The 2018 Homecoming Weekend celebrates the 70th anniversary of the school with alumni of Ohio Christian University (Mount of Praise Bible College 1948-1954, Circleville Bible College 1954-2006).
Our “A Future with a History” theme highlights the importance of recognizing who we are and acknowledging from where we come.
The gathering, supported by the Alumni Association and Student Government Association, builds on our evolving traditions. Highlights include:
Follow runners, leading the Torch Run and Parade, carrying a trailblazing torch that represents the Light that God through Christ brings into the world.
Participate in the Scholarship Golf Tournament and support student scholars through an 18-hole scramble with lunch and prizes.
Catch up with former players and classmates at the Men's and Women’s Alumni Basketball Games.
Join the Josias Rodriguez 5K Run and Walk to raise money for the Josias Rodriguez Ministry Scholarship Fund.
Breakfast with Departments is for networking and hearing alumni share their accomplishments, expertise, and advice.
Attend the Legacy Chapel worship service with alumnus and new CCCU General Superintendent Mike Holbrook.
Watch the Soccer Games and Crowning Homecoming King and Queen where the Trailblazers face Carlow University’s Celtics and the Student Government Association crowns Homecoming King and Queen.
Attend the Presidential Awards ceremony where President Kulaga presents new awards for Alumni of the Year, Young Alumni of the Year, Ministry Impact, and Faculty Member of the Year. Three alumni and one celebrated faculty member are being recognized. They are being singled out for their accomplishments in supporting the University’s mission of preparing students to serve effectively in the church and society.
Awardees met these criteria: 1) successful in their field, 2) respected and influential among peers, and 3) give back in time, talents, or treasure. They are:
Alumni of the Year - Mike Tipton ’04
Young Alumni of the Year – Taylor Prusinksi ’14
Ministry Impact Award - TBD
Faculty Award – Dr. Jim Smith
For the Events Schedule and to Register for events, click here.
Articles of Interest
Homecoming Celebration Hosts Warm Reception Despite Cold Day
Published: October 16, 2019
Ohio Christian University’s Homecoming and Family Day 2019 welcomed over
400 alumni and their family members home on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was warm
and lively despite the chilly fall weather that forced many of the events
inside.
The day started early with 74 participants shrugging off temperatures in the
mid-40’s as they ran or walked in the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k
Run/Walk. The event is held in memory of a much-loved ministry student who
tragically lost his life in a hiking accident. Josias Rodriguez’s mom spoke
briefly at the start of the race with his dad firing the
Ohio Christian University’s Homecoming and Family Day 2019 welcomed over
400 alumni and their family members home on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was warm
and lively despite the chilly fall weather that forced many of the events
inside.
The day started early with 74 participants shrugging off temperatures in the
mid-40’s as they ran or walked in the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k
Run/Walk. The
Ohio Christian University’s Homecoming and Family Day 2019 welcomed over
400 alumni and their family members home on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was warm
and lively despite the chilly fall weather 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
Mark Lee Performs on Campus
Published: October 16, 2019
Mark Lee caught the attention of Ohio Christian University and the
surrounding community with his witty sense of humor and passion for sharing
Christ with others. Lee is a founding member and guitarist for popular
Christian band Third Day. During his “An Evening with Mark Lee” concert
on Sept. 16, Lee shared his music as well as stories from his own life.
During the concert, Lee shared a part of his testimony from his recent book
“Hurt Road.” Lee told the audience how his leg was badly injured as a
result of an accident with a truck. It was during this down time as his leg
was healing
Mark Lee caught the attention of Ohio Christian University and the
surrounding community with his witty sense of humor and passion for sharing
Christ with others. Lee is a founding member and guitarist for popular
Christian band Third Day. During his “An Evening with Mark Lee” concert
on Sept. 16, Lee shared his music as well as stories from his own life.
During the concert, Lee shared a
Mark Lee caught the attention of Ohio Christian University and the
surrounding community with his witty sense of humor and passion for sharing
Christ with others. Lee is a founding member and
University to Hold 7th Annual Josias Rodriguez 5K
Published: October 16, 2019
Ohio Christian University will host the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k
Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event is held in honor of Josias
Rodriguez, a student who tragically lost his life in a hiking incident.
Josias was known for his passion for Christ and for how he inspired the
people around him.
“Today, Josias’ example is one that has laid the foundation for future
students to pursue their dreams of being in ministry and an example that
reminds us of the race that we must also finish,” said Nancy Wilcox, a
close friend of Josias. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Josias
Ohio Christian University will host the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k
Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event is held in honor of Josias
Rodriguez, a student who tragically lost his life in a hiking incident.
Josias was known for his passion for Christ and for how he inspired the
people around him.
“Today, Josias’ example is one that has laid the foundation for future
students to pursue
Ohio Christian University will host the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k
Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event is held in honor of Josias
Rodriguez, a student who tragically lost his life in a
Carrollton To Perform at Ohio Christian
Published: October 16, 2019
Carrollton will perform a concert in Ohio Christian University’s Ministry
Carrollton will perform a concert in Ohio Christian University’s Ministry
Carrollton will perform a concert in Ohio Christian University’s Ministry
Archived Articles of Interest
2018 Leadership Forum Offers Keen Insights
Published: May 8, 2018
President Jon S. Kulaga opened the University's annual Leadership Forum by
welcoming the many attendees in the new Ministry and Performing Arts
Center.
Underscoring the importance of character in leaders, Kulaga noted that the
University strives to inculcate three habits in students through its
Christ-centered higher education: 1) spiritual growth through practicing
inner devotion, or holiness, 2) intellectual development through academic
learning, and 3) keeping faith alive through community service—habits of
the heart, head, and hands. Then he introduced this year's three keynote
President Jon S. Kulaga opened the University's annual Leadership Forum by
welcoming the many attendees in the new Ministry and Performing Arts
Center.
Underscoring the importance of character in leaders, Kulaga noted that the
University strives to inculcate three habits in students through its
Christ-centered higher education: 1) spiritual growth through practicing
inner devotion, or
President Jon S. Kulaga opened the University's annual Leadership Forum by
welcoming the many attendees in the new Ministry and Performing Arts
Center.
Underscoring the importance of character in
2018 Scholarship Awardees Focus on Virtue, Faith, and Freedom
Published: April 17, 2018
On Thursday, April 12, sixty-nine students attended Ohio Christian
University’s annual Scholarship Banquet. Vice President for Advancement
Bill Pugh hosted the event. President Jon S. Kulaga presented scholarship
awards.
Scholarship recipients Kiirsten Truex, Samuel Church, and Samantha Roberts
gave testimonials. President Kulaga made remarks, posed for pictures with
the scholarship recipients, and closed the ceremony.
Kiirsten expressed her intention to continue into ministry. Samuel noted
the importance of Romans 12:1: Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters,
in view of
On Thursday, April 12, sixty-nine students attended Ohio Christian
University’s annual Scholarship Banquet. Vice President for Advancement
Bill Pugh hosted the event. President Jon S. Kulaga presented scholarship
awards.
Scholarship recipients Kiirsten Truex, Samuel Church, and Samantha Roberts
gave testimonials. President Kulaga made remarks, posed for pictures with
the scholarship
On Thursday, April 12, sixty-nine students attended Ohio Christian
University’s annual Scholarship Banquet. Vice President for Advancement
Bill Pugh hosted the event. President Jon S. Kulaga
2018 Community Action Day Delivers a Win-Win!
Published: April 13, 2018
Ohio Christian University students practiced service-above-self on their
Ralph C. Starkey Community Action Day (CAD) again this year, vitalizing the
University’s mission of benefiting others through acts of service that
build and strengthen character.
Students contributed their time and energy in 26 projects ranging from
singing in nursing homes to clearing a golf course after the Scioto River
flooded many of its fairways and holes.
Student teams cleaned front yards, beatified parks and downtown streets,
washed windows, mulched yards and flowerbeds, and cleaned out barns, creating
a
Ohio Christian University students practiced service-above-self on their
Ralph C. Starkey Community Action Day (CAD) again this year, vitalizing the
University’s mission of benefiting others through acts of service that
build and strengthen character.
Students contributed their time and energy in 26 projects ranging from
singing in nursing homes to clearing a golf course after the Scioto
Ohio Christian University students practiced service-above-self on their
Ralph C. Starkey Community Action Day (CAD) again this year, vitalizing the
University’s mission of benefiting others
Hollyn Concert Fills MPAC To Capacity
Published: December 19, 2017
Ohio Christian University hosted a capacity crowd that came to see Christian
music artist Hollyn in their new Ministry
Ohio Christian University hosted a capacity crowd that came to see Christian
music artist Hollyn in their new Ministry
Ohio Christian University hosted a capacity crowd that came to see Christian
music artist Hollyn in their new Ministry
2017 Festival of Carols Performed in New Ministry and Performing Arts Center
Published: December 3, 2017
Over 950 Christmas celebrants attended Ohio Christian University’s 2017
Festival of Carols performed for the first time on December 2nd and 3rd in
the University’s new Ministry and Performing Arts Center! In the future,
the Center will be used for the community as well as OCU events.
Produced as a gift to the community, the University Chorale, Chamber Singers,
Circleville Community Choral Society, and Festival Orchestra beautifully
realized this year’s What Can I Give? theme. Instead of focusing on what we
receive in this Christmas season, Dr. Bennett focused on paying forward with
Over 950 Christmas celebrants attended Ohio Christian University’s 2017
Festival of Carols performed for the first time on December 2nd and 3rd in
the University’s new Ministry and Performing Arts Center! In the future,
the Center will be used for the community as well as OCU events.
Produced as a gift to the community, the University Chorale, Chamber Singers,
Circleville Community Choral
Over 950 Christmas celebrants attended Ohio Christian University’s 2017
Festival of Carols performed for the first time on December 2nd and 3rd in
the University’s new Ministry and Performing Arts
