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The Ohio Christian University Department of Music is holding a Performing Arts Audition Day following Scholars Day on February 29th to allow prospective students to audition for a Performing Arts Scholarship.
High school seniors and juniors and incoming transfer students planning to major in one of the Music programs or those who just plan to participate in Band, Orchestra, Choir and/or Theater are all invited to audition.
“We are proud to offer significant scholarships to music and worship leadership majors, and to any student who participates in our performing arts activities,” said Music Department Chair Dr. Brent Nolte.
After a student signs up, he or she will be contacted regarding the audition requirements and the exact time of the audition(s). Auditions will take place between 1-4 p.m.
Register for the Performing Arts Audition Day
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Columbus Symphony to Perform in Ministry & Performing Arts Center
Published: November 19, 2021
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
Since 1951, the Columbus Symphony (CSO) has been proud to serve as central
Ohio’s flagship music performance organization. The CSO’s musicians,
conductors, chorus, and world-renowned guest artists
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the
Drama Team Presents Fall Production: Dark Road
Published: September 27, 2021
Ohio Christian University’s Drama Team is honored to present this year’s
fall production, Dark Road, written by Laura Lundgren Smith, on Friday, Nov.
12th at 7:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center’s auditorium.
Admission is free and open to the public. This play may not be suitable for
some younger audiences who may find the subject matter disturbing. Parental
discretion is advised.
The play focuses on the story of a female concentration camp guard, Greta,
who has been given a death sentence for her crimes committed under the Nazi
regime. Given one last chance to tell
Ohio Christian University’s Drama Team is honored to present this year’s
fall production, Dark Road, written by Laura Lundgren Smith, on Friday, Nov.
12th at 7:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center’s auditorium.
Admission is free and open to the public. This play may not be suitable for
some younger audiences who may find the subject matter disturbing. Parental
discretion is
Ohio Christian University’s Drama Team is honored to present this year’s
fall production, Dark Road, written by Laura Lundgren Smith, on Friday, Nov.
12th at 7:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing
30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Raises Over $40,000 for Students
Published: July 1, 2021
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is one of our major fundraising events for
student scholarships – and is also a great way to connect with donors who
love golf and love our students", explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga.
"With over
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising
Music Department Revamps Music Education Degree
Published: October 30, 2020
The Ohio Christian University Music Department is pleased to announce that
campus students can major in a newly revamped Bachelor of Science in Music
Education. The new program began with the start of the Fall 2020 Semester and
is a state-approved program leading to initial licensure with the Ohio
Department of Education to teach K-12 Music Education. It has been
streamlined to prioritize courses that Music Education majors need to be
successful in their careers.
Students in the Music Education Program can choose an Instrumental or
Vocal/Choral Concentration and will hone their skills
The Ohio Christian University Music Department is pleased to announce that
campus students can major in a newly revamped Bachelor of Science in Music
Education. The new program began with the start of the Fall 2020 Semester and
is a state-approved program leading to initial licensure with the Ohio
Department of Education to teach K-12 Music Education. It has been
streamlined to prioritize
The Ohio Christian University Music Department is pleased to announce that
campus students can major in a newly revamped Bachelor of Science in Music
Education. The new program began with the start
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Scholars Day 2020 Has Big Winners!
Published: March 27, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s 3rd annual Scholar’s Day Competition took
place on Saturday, Feb. 29th and brought in 36 qualifying participants to
compete for our $50,000 scholarships and full-tuition Distinguished
Trailblazer Scholarship.
Ohio Christian awards six $50,000 scholarships, which include paid internship
opportunities on campus. These scholarships, named the Creative Communities,
Homeschool Excellence, and Ohio’s Future Scholarships, focus on three
different areas: small population high school students, homeschool students,
and students of diversity. The Distinguished
Ohio Christian University’s 3rd annual Scholar’s Day Competition took
place on Saturday, Feb. 29th and brought in 36 qualifying participants to
compete for our $50,000 scholarships and full-tuition Distinguished
Trailblazer Scholarship.
Ohio Christian awards six $50,000 scholarships, which include paid internship
opportunities on campus. These scholarships, named the Creative Communities,
Ohio Christian University’s 3rd annual Scholar’s Day Competition took
place on Saturday, Feb. 29th and brought in 36 qualifying participants to
compete for our $50,000 scholarships and full-tuition
Jazz Ambassadors Concert CANCELED (due to COVID-19 concerns)
Published: February 28, 2020
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has canceled the April 4 Jazz
Ambassadors concert that was scheduled in the Ministry & Performing Arts
center on campus.
To ensure that information provided to all staff, faculty, students, family
members, and community members be the most up to date, Ohio Christian
University launched a Center for Coronavirus Updates on the university
website.
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has canceled the April 4 Jazz
Ambassadors concert that was scheduled in the Ministry
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more than
100 people, Ohio Christian University has canceled
Incoming Students to Compete for Top Scholarships during Scholars Day
Published: January 17, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s Scholars Day is an annual competition for
incoming students to the Campus Undergraduate Program. The university will be
awarding more than $300,000 in scholarships to the academic competitors this
day.
All the scholarships are based on the following criteria:
Academics: Minimum qualification of 22 ACT (or SAT equivalent) and 3.3 GPA
Character, service and leadership activities including a recommendation
letter
Interview with the scholarship committee
Only available for new students enrolling in the Undergraduate Campus
Program for the Fall 2020 Semester
Ohio Christian University’s Scholars Day is an annual competition for
incoming students to the Campus Undergraduate Program. The university will be
awarding more than $300,000 in scholarships to the academic competitors this
day.
All the scholarships are based on the following criteria:
Academics: Minimum qualification of 22 ACT (or SAT equivalent) and 3.3 GPA
Character, service and
Ohio Christian University’s Scholars Day is an annual competition for
incoming students to the Campus Undergraduate Program. The university will be
awarding more than $300,000 in scholarships to
Festival of Carols Shares Message of Christ
Published: December 10, 2019
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to audiences of almost 500 on both Dec.
7 and 8 in the Ministry
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to audiences of almost 500 on both Dec.
7 and 8 in the Ministry
The Ohio Christian University Music Department shared an impactful message of
Christ’s birth in its annual Christmas concert, Festival of Carols. The
concert presented this story of glory to
Band and Vocal Students Among the 'Stars and the Moon'
Published: November 8, 2019
In 1969, Apollo 11 launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida,
carrying what would soon be the first men to ever set foot on the Moon. Ohio
Christian University will celebrate this historic event with a concert titled
Stars and the Moon, featuring Ohio Christian’s band and vocal students. The
show will lift off on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Ministry
In 1969, Apollo 11 launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida,
carrying what would soon be the first men to ever set foot on the Moon. Ohio
Christian University will celebrate this historic event with a concert titled
Stars and the Moon, featuring Ohio Christian’s band and vocal students. The
show will lift off on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Ministry
In 1969, Apollo 11 launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida,
carrying what would soon be the first men to ever set foot on the Moon. Ohio
Christian University will celebrate this
