CIRCLEVILLE, OH – After graduating from Ohio Christian in 2018, Zach Mason was still unsure the plan God had for him. A four year member of the Trailblazer baseball program, Mason graduated with a bachelor's in psychology, but would soon be called to a different opportunity.
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Dr. Melvin Maxwell Graduates to Glory
Published: July 4, 2020
Melvin Maxwell was known as a powerful man of God and prayer warrior by those
who knew him. On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Dr. Maxwell graduated from this life
to his eternal home and was united with his Savior whom he loved. He was born
in Georgetown, Ohio, on November 15, 1921, and grew up during the Great
Depression. Though his mother died at an early age, his father was a godly
man and raised him and his brother Millard to follow Christ no matter how
hard the situation.
On August 25, 1942, Maxwell married his wife, Laura. They had three children
together: Lawrence (Larry), John, and
Melvin Maxwell was known as a powerful man of God and prayer warrior by those
who knew him. On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Dr. Maxwell graduated from this life
to his eternal home and was united with his Savior whom he loved. He was born
in Georgetown, Ohio, on November 15, 1921, and grew up during the Great
Depression. Though his mother died at an early age, his father was a godly
man and
Melvin Maxwell was known as a powerful man of God and prayer warrior by those
who knew him. On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Dr. Maxwell graduated from this life
to his eternal home and was united with
Trailblazer Baseball Hosts Local Student Battling Cancer
Published: April 8, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Back in February, the Ohio Christian Baseball team helped
host a local student battling cancer in the community. Sam, who currenlty has
spinal ependymoma, came to campus on February 24th to hang out with the team
and experience a practice.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Back in February, the Ohio Christian Baseball team helped
host a local student battling cancer in the community. Sam, who currenlty has
spinal ependymoma, came to campus on February 24th to hang out with the team
and experience a practice.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Back in February, the Ohio Christian Baseball team helped
host a local student battling cancer in the community. Sam, who currenlty has
spinal ependymoma, came to campus on
Casey Coons Inducted Into Taylor University Hall of Fame
Published: October 16, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Ohio Christian University Head Men's Basketball Coach Casey
Coons was inducted into the Taylor University Athletics Hall of Fame this
past Saturday, joining the Class of 2019 that also included Molly Currens,
Tanya Crevier, Rick Atkinson, and Tyler Beachler. Coons was a member of the
Trojan's basketball team as a player from 2009-2013 and later served as an
assistant coach for the program.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Ohio Christian University Head Men's Basketball Coach Casey
Coons was inducted into the Taylor University Athletics Hall of Fame this
past Saturday, joining the Class of 2019 that also included Molly Currens,
Tanya Crevier, Rick Atkinson, and Tyler Beachler. Coons was a member of the
Trojan's basketball team as a player from 2009-2013 and later served as an
assistant coach
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Ohio Christian University Head Men's Basketball Coach Casey
Coons was inducted into the Taylor University Athletics Hall of Fame this
past Saturday, joining the Class of 2019 that
Alumni Return to Play at Homecoming
Published: October 16, 2019
Ohio Christian University is excited to host their annual Men’s and
Women’s Alumni Basketball games during Homecoming
Ohio Christian University is excited to host their annual Men’s and
Women’s Alumni Basketball games during Homecoming
Ohio Christian University is excited to host their annual Men’s and
Women’s Alumni Basketball games during Homecoming
Ohio Christian to Recognize Alumni at Trailblazer Celebration
Published: October 16, 2019
As part of Ohio Christian University Homecoming
As part of Ohio Christian University Homecoming
As part of Ohio Christian University Homecoming
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Former OCU President's Tribute to OCU Grad Dr. Stan Toler
Published: December 13, 2017
By Doug Carter, OCU President 1980-1989
Forty-seven years ago (1970) at the Taylor County Camp Meeting in Central
Georgia on a hot July day, my wife and I were the missionary speakers
representing our ministry to Native Americans in Arizona with World Gospel
Mission. There was a quartet singing in the service–a group of young
preacher boys representing Circleville Bible College (now Ohio Christian
University). One of the lads was very small in size with a gracious smile and
a perfect haircut. When the offering was received, he pledged to give $5.00
monthly to our support in spite of
By Doug Carter, OCU President 1980-1989
Forty-seven years ago (1970) at the Taylor County Camp Meeting in Central
Georgia on a hot July day, my wife and I were the missionary speakers
representing our ministry to Native Americans in Arizona with World Gospel
Mission. There was a quartet singing in the service–a group of young
preacher boys representing Circleville Bible College (now Ohio
By Doug Carter, OCU President 1980-1989
Forty-seven years ago (1970) at the Taylor County Camp Meeting in Central
Georgia on a hot July day, my wife and I were the missionary speakers
representing
Student Profile: John Flaugher Charts Course to Global Ministry
Published: August 27, 2019
A senior Ministry major, John Flaugher was attracted to OCU by its
affordability and an opportunity to join its track team. He discovered OCU
through a Bible study in Springfield, Ohio led by the father of OCU
All-American soccer player Aubri Paugh who encouraged him to apply.
OCU was among several top schools that John considered. As he explains, “I
came to OCU’s main campus for an over-night stay event where I met many
students and experienced the strong community atmosphere. I quickly felt at
home and part of the ‘family’ which effected my perspective. I saw
student life
A senior Ministry major, John Flaugher was attracted to OCU by its
affordability and an opportunity to join its track team. He discovered OCU
through a Bible study in Springfield, Ohio led by the father of OCU
All-American soccer player Aubri Paugh who encouraged him to apply.
OCU was among several top schools that John considered. As he explains, “I
came to OCU’s main campus for an over-
A senior Ministry major, John Flaugher was attracted to OCU by its
affordability and an opportunity to join its track team. He discovered OCU
through a Bible study in Springfield, Ohio led by the
Graduate Profiles: Ethan Allen and Dustin Hube Serve Where Disaster Strikes
Published: August 27, 2019
The devastation of communities from natural disasters has piled on lately.
Hurricanes alone account for many billions of dollars in property loss. The
tragedy of lost loved ones and cherished family possessions is beyond
measure. In the midst of these far-reaching calamities, two OCU graduates
have been working diligently to preserve and protect those affected most by
Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria.
Ethan Allen, a 2015 OCU graduate in Emergency Management, has first-hand
experience of such mega-disasters. Working with The Salvation Army in Ft.
Myers, Ethan assisted with the
The devastation of communities from natural disasters has piled on lately.
Hurricanes alone account for many billions of dollars in property loss. The
tragedy of lost loved ones and cherished family possessions is beyond
measure. In the midst of these far-reaching calamities, two OCU graduates
have been working diligently to preserve and protect those affected most by
Hurricanes Harvey,
The devastation of communities from natural disasters has piled on lately.
Hurricanes alone account for many billions of dollars in property loss. The
tragedy of lost loved ones and cherished
Student Profile: Caitlyn McCrary Is Asking Big Questions
Published: August 27, 2019
Caitlyn McCrary is a senior psychology major in OCU’s Residential
Undergraduate program.
Growing up, Caitlyn felt she had been hiding in the shadow of her
musically-talented family. Questions like “What about me? What am I good
at?” echoed in her head regularly.
Being a student at OCU helped her realize her God-given potential. Her
personal growth is affecting every area of her life. Recently, Caitlyn made
this testimonial video about her exploration to answer her big questions:
If you’re like Caitlyn, wondering about your future and asking your own big
questions, why not
Caitlyn McCrary is a senior psychology major in OCU’s Residential
Undergraduate program.
Growing up, Caitlyn felt she had been hiding in the shadow of her
musically-talented family. Questions like “What about me? What am I good
at?” echoed in her head regularly.
Being a student at OCU helped her realize her God-given potential. Her
personal growth is affecting every area of her life.
Caitlyn McCrary is a senior psychology major in OCU’s Residential
Undergraduate program.
Growing up, Caitlyn felt she had been hiding in the shadow of her
musically-talented family. Questions like
Graduate Profile: Sam Bussey Served in Houston
Published: August 27, 2019
When Samantha “Sam” Bussey graduated from Ohio Christian University in
2017 she never imagined her major in Emergency and Disaster Management would
lead her so quickly to life-changing and impactful recovery work generated by
Hurricane Harvey.
Recently, with Encompass World Partners—a faith-based organization that
sends missionaries worldwide in crisis response—Sam was stationed in the
heart of Houston, Texas, helping restore the Harvey-ravaged community.
At Encompass, Sam was a member of a team that is helping hurricane victims in
Houston. Traveling to such areas, she assists in
When Samantha “Sam” Bussey graduated from Ohio Christian University in
2017 she never imagined her major in Emergency and Disaster Management would
lead her so quickly to life-changing and impactful recovery work generated by
Hurricane Harvey.
Recently, with Encompass World Partners—a faith-based organization that
sends missionaries worldwide in crisis response—Sam was stationed in the
When Samantha “Sam” Bussey graduated from Ohio Christian University in
2017 she never imagined her major in Emergency and Disaster Management would
lead her so quickly to life-changing and
