By Amber Ginter ‘19
Ohio Christian University (OCU) senior Kaleb Blevins has embraced a calling beyond his chosen vocation. Graduating a year early with a degree in Sports and Business Management, Blevins is dedicated to many volunteer activities. Participating and leading in faith-focused programs is his calling.
Blevins leads a Bible study at Bloom Carol’s Catalyst High School and participates in an Apprenticeship at Grace Fellowship that inform his higher education. Having a passion for youth, playing and teaching piano, coaching and playing soccer, and leading groups, Blevins finds a balance between vocation and calling. He asserts that “Who we are as Christians should permeate our calling regardless of what it is. Our calling is what Jesus wants for us. What our particular vocation is doesn’t matter without it.”
This summer Blevins volunteered at Momentum youth camp while playing for Indiana Saints’ soccer team and working, revealing ‘fruits of the spirit’ that OCU encourages. Practicing love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, and self-control, he sets an example like Jesus.
For Blevins, playing soccer as a college athlete was enjoyable. He learned not only from academic study and athletics, but also gained a “strengthening of my worldview. I want to be a good example for kids. I had that positive influence and want to be so for them. People poured into my life. It’s important to do the same for others, no matter what my vocation is.”
Blevins’ job prospects may be uncertain, but his life goal isn’t: “We should always strive and seek to love others, basing actions on how Jesus would respond.” He encourages being authentic. He strives for his Bible study groups to be full of discussion, honesty, and implementation. “God has given me an ability to serve high school and younger kids. I converse well with them. God’s given me gifts to lead and pour into their lives.”
Blevins does not yet know what his job future holds, but he does know and trust the One who does. OCU prepared him well for that greater calling.
Articles of Interest
Internet Safety Advocate Speaks On Campus
Published: April 17, 2019
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President and CEO of Enough Is Enough and
has been working since 1994 as a pioneering leader on the frontlines of U.S.
efforts to make the Internet safer for children and families. Her
three-pronged strategy connects the technology industry, the public, and the
legal community in helping protect children online. She was awarded the 2013
Women In Technology Award for Social Impact as well as the 2014
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President and CEO of Enough Is Enough and
has been working since 1994 as a pioneering leader on the frontlines of U.S.
efforts to make the Internet safer for children and families. Her
three-pronged
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President
2019 Business Competition Gives Students Real World Experience
Published: April 15, 2019
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded recognition as well as cash awards
for their business plans. This annual competition gives Business students a
chance to put into practice what they are being taught in classrooms. Its
purpose is to give students a real-world opportunity to develop a business
plan and present it to a panel of distinguished businesspersons.
This year’s first-round competition judges were Dr. Monty Lobb, Dean, and
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded recognition as well as cash awards
for their business plans. This annual competition gives Business students a
chance to put into practice what they are being taught in classrooms. Its
purpose is to give
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded
Faith and Work Seminar a First on Campus
Published: April 10, 2019
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
2019 Annual Business Plan Competition
Published: April 5, 2019
The School of Business
The School of Business
The School of Business
State Representative Rick Carfagna Visits Campus
Published: March 11, 2019
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing, entrepreneurship and workforce development for regional
incumbent industry.
Rep. Carfagna received a campus tour from OCU students, then ended his time
on campus with a meeting in the Robert W. Plaster Free
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing,
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr.
Archived Articles of Interest
Prof. Monty Lobb Speaks at Ukrainian Celebration of Reformation
Published: November 17, 2017
Professor Monty Lobb traveled to Kiev, Ukraine to speak at the 500th
anniversary celebration of the Reformation in early November. In greeting to
assembly, he spoke about the importance of integrating Christian character
into personal relationships to build better community. He also presented on
the value of a Christian education in a program session.
For two days Ukrainians listened to pastors, members of parliament, cabinet
ministers, and foreign guests share and worshipped, led by praise bands from
across Ukraine and the Ukrainian National Symphony and Chorus.
The Association of
Professor Monty Lobb traveled to Kiev, Ukraine to speak at the 500th
anniversary celebration of the Reformation in early November. In greeting to
assembly, he spoke about the importance of integrating Christian character
into personal relationships to build better community. He also presented on
the value of a Christian education in a program session.
For two days Ukrainians listened to
Professor Monty Lobb traveled to Kiev, Ukraine to speak at the 500th
anniversary celebration of the Reformation in early November. In greeting to
assembly, he spoke about the importance of
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
Published: November 9, 2016
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
A group of Ohio Christian University (OCU) Business and Government students
visited Wall Street, Bloomberg Headquarters, the United Nations, and Mizuho
Securities this fall. Students attended a Financial Crisis Tour where they
learned firsthand what happens inside the New York Stock Exchange. The tour
was led by Wall Street veterans who explained the difference between a CDO
and a CDS, investment strategies which they said contributed to the economic
collapse in 2008. Students also saw the New York Stock Exchange, Federal
Hall,
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
A group of Ohio Christian University (OCU) Business and Government students
visited Wall Street, Bloomberg Headquarters, the United Nations, and Mizuho
Securities this fall. Students attended a Financial Crisis Tour where they
learned firsthand what happens inside the New York Stock Exchange. The tour
was led by Wall Street veterans who
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
A group of Ohio Christian University (OCU) Business and Government students
visited Wall Street, Bloomberg Headquarters, the United Nations,
Lobb Named New Dean of School of Business and Government at OCU
Published: June 1, 2016
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that
Dr. Monty Lobb will assume the duties of Dean of the School of Business and
Government on June 1, 2016, upon Dr. Dave Garrison’s retirement. Dr.
Garrison will now become Dean Emeritus, which is a lifelong appointment.
Dr. Monty Lobb, OCU professor since 2012 and former Assistant Secretary of
State of Ohio, holds his J.D. from University of Dayton School of Law, his
B.A. from Olivet Nazarene University, and he also earned undergraduate
credits from New College at the University of Oxford. Dr. Lobb is president
of
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that
Dr. Monty Lobb will assume the duties of Dean of the School of Business and
Government on June 1, 2016, upon Dr. Dave Garrison’s retirement. Dr.
Garrison will now become Dean Emeritus, which is a lifelong appointment.
Dr. Monty Lobb, OCU professor since 2012 and former Assistant Secretary of
State of Ohio, holds his J.
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that
Dr. Monty Lobb will assume the duties of Dean of the School of Business and
Government on June 1, 2016, upon Dr. Dave
Student Learn Valuable Business Skills at Annual Roundtable
Published: April 15, 2016
Students of Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
had the opportunity to speak with various community leaders at the annual
Corporate Roundtable. A panel of five experienced businessmen and women were
on the panel, offering advice to upcoming graduates looking to succeed in the
corporate world.
“Patience is one of the largest derailments I’ve seen people struggle
with” said M.J. Clark, on when asked about her position as an executive
recruiter. “It takes time, patience, and hard work to move up. It’s not
about what you must do, but who you must be”.
The panel
Students of Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
had the opportunity to speak with various community leaders at the annual
Corporate Roundtable. A panel of five experienced businessmen and women were
on the panel, offering advice to upcoming graduates looking to succeed in the
corporate world.
“Patience is one of the largest derailments I’ve seen people struggle
Students of Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
had the opportunity to speak with various community leaders at the annual
Corporate Roundtable. A panel of five experienced
Students Participate in Poverty Simulation
Published: April 7, 2016
The Ohio Christian University’s Intercultural Department was pleased to
have VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) facilitate The Poverty
Simulation on last month. The Poverty Simulation is intended to be an
“immersive experience that helps participants increase their knowledge and
understanding of the dynamics of poverty.”
According to their website, “The Poverty Simulation is a unique,
enlightening experience that helps individuals begin to understand what life
is like with a shortage of money and an abundance of stress. It moves people
to think about the harsh realities of
The Ohio Christian University’s Intercultural Department was pleased to
have VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) facilitate The Poverty
Simulation on last month. The Poverty Simulation is intended to be an
“immersive experience that helps participants increase their knowledge and
understanding of the dynamics of poverty.”
According to their website, “The Poverty Simulation is a unique
The Ohio Christian University’s Intercultural Department was pleased to
have VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) facilitate The Poverty
Simulation on last month. The Poverty Simulation is
