
Dr. Hank Kelly
OCU Provost
A college or university education is more than just learning information. There is no neutral, nonformative education (i.e., there is no such thing as a “secular” education). Colleges and universities are forming students into something. The question is: what?
Education is formative in that not only does it impact the mind but also the heart. All the practices of a college or university form the imagination and hearts of its students—whether designed or not. If drinking and partying are accepted and even expected to “fit in,” then many students will succumb to their callings. It may be true that some students can withstand these temptations—but why risk it? Why subject yourself to this testing during the most formative years of your life?
A Christian college or university forms people who desire the kingdom of God and thus undertake their vocation as an expression of that desire. At Ohio Christian University, this is accomplished with faculty who are all strong and committed Christians, the Christian worldview is integrated in every course, and each student learns Bible and theology. This formation is also accomplished through non-academic means such as attending chapel including revival weeks; being involved in small group ministries; interacting with Christian faculty and staff outside of class; complying with standards consistent with Christian behavior; and participating in Community Action Day, Church Service Day, and Christian Service where students use their hands in the world to improve it.
Universities and colleges are forming their students into something. If you want to be formed into a Christian, attend a Christian university or college.
Articles of Interest
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Published: October 16, 2019
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Published: August 12, 2019
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Published: April 26, 2019
2019 Georgia Commencement
Published: April 11, 2019
Archived Articles of Interest
4.0 Students Recognized in Chapel Service
Published: January 23, 2019
New Year Brings Opportunity and Challenge
Published: January 2, 2019
Hands-on Teaching: OCU Professor Keeps Science 'Fun'
Published: November 19, 2018
Chapel Speaker Touts Value of Liberal Arts Education
Published: November 19, 2018
Faculty Profile: Dr. Darren M. Johnson
Published: November 16, 2018