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The Columbus Foundation 2017 Big Give campaign on October 11th gave a big boost to Ohio Christian University.
Generosity of contributors enables OCU to continue supporting student success and to sustain academic programs that are creating a new generation of faith-filled leaders in many fields of endeavor that contribute to bettering society in local communities and beyond.
The Columbus Foundation amplified the campaign gifts made in support of this work. Ohio Christian raised over $252,000 through your generosity!
OCU’s faculty, staff, and administration extend our heart-felt gratefulness to each of the many contributors in Greater Columbus and central Ohio who chose to support this worthy enterprise! Thank you!
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Engage Conference 2020 POSTPONED (due to COVID-19 concerns)
Published: January 26, 2020
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS
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 postponed (Fall) the Engage
Conference that was scheduled in the Ministry
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS
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 postponed (Fall) the Engage
Conference that was scheduled in the Ministry
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS
In compliance with Governor DeWine's announcement (3/12/20) concerning
coronavirus precautions and a ban prohibiting mass gatherings of more
Ohio Christian Welcomes David Uhl
Published: January 3, 2020
Ohio Christian University is pleased to introduce David Uhl (‘03) as the
incoming Assistant Vice President of Advancement. Uhl graduated from Ohio
Christian and will return to his alma mater on January 6. In his new role,
Uhl will be involved in fundraising, community engagement, and alumni and
church relations.
Uhl obtained his bachelor’s in Business and Ministry from Ohio Christian in
2003. He later obtained his master’s in Leadership for Higher Education
from Capella University in 2005 and a Ph.D in Organizational Management and
Leadership from the same institution in 2010.
“We
Ohio Christian University is pleased to introduce David Uhl (‘03) as the
incoming Assistant Vice President of Advancement. Uhl graduated from Ohio
Christian and will return to his alma mater on January 6. In his new role,
Uhl will be involved in fundraising, community engagement, and alumni and
church relations.
Uhl obtained his bachelor’s in Business and Ministry from Ohio Christian in
Ohio Christian University is pleased to introduce David Uhl (‘03) as the
incoming Assistant Vice President of Advancement. Uhl graduated from Ohio
Christian and will return to his alma mater on
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
Archived Articles of Interest
Fall Revival Week at OCU - Live Online!
Published: September 9, 2013
The OCU Fall Revival begins September 10, 2013, and live broadcasts will be
available online at www.ohiochristian.edu/live. Services will feature special
guest evangelist, Rev. Susie Shellenberger. Rev. Shellenberger created and
edited Brio, a Focus on the Family publication, for 19 years. She also
co-hosted a national weekly call-in radio show for teens called "Life on the
Edge Live" that was produced by Focus on the Family for a number of years.
Rev. Shellenberger has written over 40 books, as well as being the editor and
namesake of the magazine SUSIE.Rev. Shellenberger is an
The OCU Fall Revival begins September 10, 2013, and live broadcasts will be
available online at www.ohiochristian.edu/live. Services will feature special
guest evangelist, Rev. Susie Shellenberger. Rev. Shellenberger created and
edited Brio, a Focus on the Family publication, for 19 years. She also
co-hosted a national weekly call-in radio show for teens called "Life on the
Edge Live" that
The OCU Fall Revival begins September 10, 2013, and live broadcasts will be
available online at www.ohiochristian.edu/live. Services will feature special
guest evangelist, Rev. Susie Shellenberger
LifeTraks Students Meet Grammy Award-Winning Vocalist David Phelps
Published: July 25, 2013
Students in the LifeTraks School of Leadership had the opportunity to meet
Grammy Award-winning vocalist David Phelps in a question and answer forum
last Friday (July 19, 2013) at Indianapolis First Church of the Nazarene in
Indianapolis, IN. The night, full of distinct vocals and a high-octane live
band, was capped off by words of insight from the highly acclaimed
tenor. “If I had to give any advice for obtaining your dream, I would say
that perseverance is foundational,” said Phelps. “But when you
accomplish them, you will look back on the tougher times and know that you
were in
Students in the LifeTraks School of Leadership had the opportunity to meet
Grammy Award-winning vocalist David Phelps in a question and answer forum
last Friday (July 19, 2013) at Indianapolis First Church of the Nazarene in
Indianapolis, IN. The night, full of distinct vocals and a high-octane live
band, was capped off by words of insight from the highly acclaimed
tenor. “If I had to give
Students in the LifeTraks School of Leadership had the opportunity to meet
Grammy Award-winning vocalist David Phelps in a question and answer forum
last Friday (July 19, 2013) at Indianapolis
OCU Hosts 7th Annual Festival of Carols and Messiah
Published: November 13, 2012
Ohio Christian University will host its seventh annual “Festival of Carols
and Messiah,” Saturday, December 1, at 7:00 pm, in the beautifully
decorated Maxwell Center. Guests will enjoy the artistry of the OCU
Chorale, joined by members of the Circleville Community Choir and a live
40-piece orchestra.Dr. Rodney Sones, director of the Chorale and the
Community Choir, will lead the evening’s music – festive orchestrations
of well-loved Christmas music, beautiful acapella numbers, and Christmas
selections from Handel’s Messiah. Soloists for the evening include Dione
Bennett, Carolyn
Ohio Christian University will host its seventh annual “Festival of Carols
and Messiah,” Saturday, December 1, at 7:00 pm, in the beautifully
decorated Maxwell Center. Guests will enjoy the artistry of the OCU
Chorale, joined by members of the Circleville Community Choir and a live
40-piece orchestra.Dr. Rodney Sones, director of the Chorale and the
Community Choir, will lead the evening’s
Ohio Christian University will host its seventh annual “Festival of Carols
and Messiah,” Saturday, December 1, at 7:00 pm, in the beautifully
decorated Maxwell Center. Guests will enjoy the
Video - Inaugural Throwback Chapel at Homecoming 2012
Published: October 9, 2012
OCU was pleased to host Dr. Doug Carter, former president of Circleville
Bible College (now Ohio Christian University), as the speaker for its
inaugural Throwback Chapel on October 6, 2012.For the first time, a
Homecoming chapel service featured the OCU chorale with former music groups
and choir members. Alumni participants included Maranatha members R.D. and
Shelly Saunders, Bruce Morrison and Susan (Long) Jones.
OCU was pleased to host Dr. Doug Carter, former president of Circleville
Bible College (now Ohio Christian University), as the speaker for its
inaugural Throwback Chapel on October 6, 2012.For the first time, a
Homecoming chapel service featured the OCU chorale with former music groups
and choir members. Alumni participants included Maranatha members R.D. and
Shelly Saunders, Bruce Morrison
OCU was pleased to host Dr. Doug Carter, former president of Circleville
Bible College (now Ohio Christian University), as the speaker for its
inaugural Throwback Chapel on October 6, 2012.For the
Homecoming 2012 Kicks Off with Annual Torch Run
Published: October 5, 2012
Homecoming Festivities kicked off October 4, 2012 with a special Alumni
Chapel with guest speaker Michael Tipton ('06), followed in the evening by
the annual Torch Run, parade, and bonfire. There's still time to join the
fun and connect with former classmates! See the complete schedule for
Homecoming 2012 or email alumni@ohiochristian.edu for more information.
Homecoming Festivities kicked off October 4, 2012 with a special Alumni
Chapel with guest speaker Michael Tipton ('06), followed in the evening by
the annual Torch Run, parade, and bonfire. There's still time to join the
fun and connect with former classmates! See the complete schedule for
Homecoming 2012 or email alumni@ohiochristian.edu for more information.
Homecoming Festivities kicked off October 4, 2012 with a special Alumni
Chapel with guest speaker Michael Tipton ('06), followed in the evening by
the annual Torch Run, parade, and bonfire. There's
