Former Major League baseball great Darryl Strawberry and his wife Tracy joined Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine at Ohio Christian University in Circleville, Monday, February 26 in the new Ministry & Performing Arts Center to share their stories of hope for those struggling with drug addictions.
DeWine shared about his office’s outreach program that is engaging faith and law enforcement communities across Ohio, encouraging them to collaborate in combating the opioid epidemic that is harming Ohio residents.
The Strawberrys who are ordained Christian ministers and recovering drug addicts spoke about how faith was central to their recovery. Both addressed how the "faith community" can play a vital role in solving the addiction crisis particularly by providing discipleship to those who are recovering.
Representatives from several faith-based recovery ministries participated in a panel discussion led by Rev. David Dean. Attending church leaders learned about government and private service agencies with whom they can share in the efforts to restore residents suffering from additions and in recovery.
Attorney General DeWine emphasized that the faith community’s participation is vital to ensuring recovery. Ohio desires their support in achieving recovery from the crises.
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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
Tree of Life Assists Displaced Students
Published: March 19, 2020
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to surge, Ohio Christian University has
transitioned to all online courses through the end of the semester. In the
midst of these trying times, many businesses have found ways to support those
impacted by the repercussions of the measures taken to slow down the spread
of the virus.
During this disruptive time for the university, Tree of Life worked hard to
contribute in a way that ensures that students have access to the materials
they need to succeed in their courses. This is especially important with the
transition to online learning. The company
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to surge, Ohio Christian University has
transitioned to all online courses through the end of the semester. In the
midst of these trying times, many businesses have found ways to support those
impacted by the repercussions of the measures taken to slow down the spread
of the virus.
During this disruptive time for the university, Tree of Life worked hard to
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to surge, Ohio Christian University has
transitioned to all online courses through the end of the semester. In the
midst of these trying times, many businesses
Ohio Christian Hosts A New Leaf Inc. For Afternoon of Fun
Published: December 17, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - On December 8th, Ohio Christian University hosted an
afternoon of games and inflatables in the Maxwell Center gymnasium for A New
Leaf Inc., a local foster care center. In total, 400 kids attended the annual
holiday party.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - On December 8th, Ohio Christian University hosted an
afternoon of games and inflatables in the Maxwell Center gymnasium for A New
Leaf Inc., a local foster care center. In total, 400 kids attended the annual
holiday party.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - On December 8th, Ohio Christian University hosted an
afternoon of games and inflatables in the Maxwell Center gymnasium for A New
Leaf Inc., a local foster care center. In total,
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
Trailblazers Send Love Overseas For Christmas Season
Published: December 10, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - The Ohio Christian University Athletic Department spent the
month of November gathering supplies to show the love of Christ this holiday
season, packing 20 boxes to be sent overseas as a part of Operation Christmas
Child.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - The Ohio Christian University Athletic Department spent the
month of November gathering supplies to show the love of Christ this holiday
season, packing 20 boxes to be sent overseas as a part of Operation Christmas
Child.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - The Ohio Christian University Athletic Department spent the
month of November gathering supplies to show the love of Christ this holiday
season, packing 20 boxes to be sent
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Ohio Christian University Ranks #3 of Online Emergency Management Programs!
Published: August 6, 2018
Best Schools has ranked Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program #3 among the top 15 programs based on its quality and
courses provided, as well as the school’s other awards, rankings, and
reputation.
OCU's Emergency and Disaster Management program trains students to lead
during disasters. Graduates contribute during every stage of disaster
management and recovery, including providing immediate relief and rebuilding
and redeveloping communities.
Student Lesli Holt, Operations Manager for Warren County Ohio's Office of
Emergency Management, comments that “
Best Schools has ranked Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program #3 among the top 15 programs based on its quality and
courses provided, as well as the school’s other awards, rankings, and
reputation.
OCU's Emergency and Disaster Management program trains students to lead
during disasters. Graduates contribute during every stage of disaster
management and
Best Schools has ranked Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program #3 among the top 15 programs based on its quality and
courses provided, as well as the school’s other
Dean Joe Wuest Recognized with 2018 Ruth Bamford Award
Published: July 30, 2018
The Association for Christians in Student Development (ACSD) honored Ohio
Christian University’s Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students, Joe
Wuest, M.A., with the 2018 Ruth Bamford Award. Dr. Edee Schulze, ACSD’s
president, explains the award’s significance:
“The Ruth Bamford award is presented annually to individuals who have
served in the field of student development less than 15 years, who have
provided outstanding leadership and service to ACSD and their home
institution, as well as contributed significantly to the field of student
affairs. Especially important is
The Association for Christians in Student Development (ACSD) honored Ohio
Christian University’s Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students, Joe
Wuest, M.A., with the 2018 Ruth Bamford Award. Dr. Edee Schulze, ACSD’s
president, explains the award’s significance:
“The Ruth Bamford award is presented annually to individuals who have
served in the field of student development less than 15
The Association for Christians in Student Development (ACSD) honored Ohio
Christian University’s Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students, Joe
Wuest, M.A., with the 2018 Ruth Bamford Award.
#14 Best Organizational Leadership Program Nationwide
Published: July 30, 2018
Ohio Christian University has been ranked as offering among the best
Organizational Leadership programs in the country.
This ranking from College Choice, a leading authority in college and
university rankings and resources, puts Ohio Christian University in 14th
place for Best Organizational Leadership Degrees. The complete ranking list
is available here.
According to College Choice, the rankings are based on institutional
reputation, graduation rates, selectivity, and faculty resources. Data for
ranking comes from the National Center for Education Statistics’ IPEDS
database, U.S.
Ohio Christian University has been ranked as offering among the best
Organizational Leadership programs in the country.
This ranking from College Choice, a leading authority in college and
university rankings and resources, puts Ohio Christian University in 14th
place for Best Organizational Leadership Degrees. The complete ranking list
is available here.
According to College Choice, the
Ohio Christian University has been ranked as offering among the best
Organizational Leadership programs in the country.
This ranking from College Choice, a leading authority in college and
New K-12 Needs Intervention Specialist Degree Program Open for Enrollment
Published: July 17, 2018
The Ohio Department of Education recently recognized that OCU’s
Mild/Moderate Needs Intervention Specialist (K-12) bachelor’s program meets
the Chancellor’s requirements and State Board of Education standards for
bachelor degree programs that prepare graduates for Mild/Moderate Needs
Intervention Specialist (K-12) licensure. Enrollment into the new program
is now open.
Dr. Valerie Jones, Teacher Education Department chair explains, “We train
teachers who have a Christ-like calling to educate all children, including
those with special needs. With the opioid and poverty crises
The Ohio Department of Education recently recognized that OCU’s
Mild/Moderate Needs Intervention Specialist (K-12) bachelor’s program meets
the Chancellor’s requirements and State Board of Education standards for
bachelor degree programs that prepare graduates for Mild/Moderate Needs
Intervention Specialist (K-12) licensure. Enrollment into the new program
is now open.
Dr. Valerie Jones
The Ohio Department of Education recently recognized that OCU’s
Mild/Moderate Needs Intervention Specialist (K-12) bachelor’s program meets
the Chancellor’s requirements and State Board of
School of Business & Government Israel Tour Creates Lasting Impressions
Published: June 20, 2018
Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government traveled to
Israel May 23 through June 3, 2018.
Thirteen students toured the Holy Land with Passages Israel, a program
sponsored by Philos Project and the Museum of the Bible Foundation.
Passages specialize in providing Christian college students with leadership
potential a fresh and innovative approach to experiencing the Holy Land.
The OCU students encountered the historic landscape of their Christian faith
and modern-day Israel. Significant sites visited were Jerusalem, the Sea of
Galilee, the Dead Sea, Nazareth,
Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government traveled to
Israel May 23 through June 3, 2018.
Thirteen students toured the Holy Land with Passages Israel, a program
sponsored by Philos Project and the Museum of the Bible Foundation.
Passages specialize in providing Christian college students with leadership
potential a fresh and innovative approach to experiencing the
Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government traveled to
Israel May 23 through June 3, 2018.
Thirteen students toured the Holy Land with Passages Israel, a program
sponsored by
