Ohio Christian University graduates celebrated their Commencement on Saturday, April 7, at Divine Faith Church in Jonesboro, Georgia.
One hundred and thirty-three graduates received their degrees from President Jon S. Kulaga and Vice President Bradford Sample.
Georgia Senator Emanuel Jones spoke about how Jesus is the ‘game changer’ and challenged graduates to seek to be like Him.
Jones represents Georgia's 10th District, sitting on the Banking and Financial Institutions, Economic Development and Tourism, Interstate Cooperation, Special Judiciary and Retirement Committees. He holds his MBA from Columbia University, BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, and was class valedictorian at Atlanta’s West Fulton High School.
Memorable moments of the ceremony include students dancing across the stage and newly-graduated George Wright ‘face timing’ the event on his smart phone while crossing the stage to receive his diploma from Drs. Kulaga and Sample. The commencement was filled with such expressions of hope and joy from all those participating. Many graduates donated to the new Blue Cord Campaign.
Friday evening’s reception provided the opportunity for graduates William Cooper and Paula Mason to share stories of how they nearly gave up during their programs but pushed through as the Lord sustained them. The graduates very much enjoyed one-on-one conversations with Dr. Kulaga during the reception.
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File the FAFSA in just 22 minutes
Published: February 3, 2021
Filing the FAFSA isn’t as complicated or time-consuming as it seems – you
only need about 6 documents and 22 minutes! In the time it takes you to catch
up on your social media feed, you can take the critical first step in getting
the money you need to attend college.
Here’s a checklist of everything you need:
An FSA ID. Your FSA ID allows you to log in to your account, sign the FAFSA
and make changes or add schools. You and your parent must create separate FSA
IDs. Create this first!
You and your parent’s Social Security or Alien Registration number.
Here’s what to do if your
Filing the FAFSA isn’t as complicated or time-consuming as it seems – you
only need about 6 documents and 22 minutes! In the time it takes you to catch
up on your social media feed, you can take the critical first step in getting
the money you need to attend college.
Here’s a checklist of everything you need:
An FSA ID. Your FSA ID allows you to log in to your account, sign the FAFSA
and
Filing the FAFSA isn’t as complicated or time-consuming as it seems – you
only need about 6 documents and 22 minutes! In the time it takes you to catch
up on your social media feed, you can take
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 Ranked Among Best Online Logistics Management Programs
Published: October 16, 2019
Ohio Christian University was recently ranked as offering one of the best
online baccalaureate programs in Logistics Management. The university was
ranked 8th out of 15 by the Online Schools Report (OSR), which serves as a
resource for students pursuing online programs.
According to OSR, their rankings are based on six data points: three
schoolwide and three program-specific. For schoolwide, OSR uses student
satisfaction, admission rates, and the number of programs the school offers
online. For program-specific, OSR checks the median debt of graduates from
that program, how many
Ohio Christian University was recently ranked as offering one of the best
online baccalaureate programs in Logistics Management. The university was
ranked 8th out of 15 by the Online Schools Report (OSR), which serves as a
resource for students pursuing online programs.
According to OSR, their rankings are based on six data points: three
schoolwide and three program-specific. For schoolwide
Ohio Christian University was recently ranked as offering one of the best
online baccalaureate programs in Logistics Management. The university was
ranked 8th out of 15 by the Online Schools Report
Trailblazers in Reading
Published: August 12, 2019
Submitted by Professor Scott Barr
American author Henry David Thoreau wrote, “How many a man has dated a new
era in his life from the reading of a book.” This holds true for many of
the young men and women in Professor Anita Conkel and Professor Scott
Barr’s English composition classes. On April 15, students marked their
participation in “The Great American Read” with a celebration sponsored
by the English Department and hosted by the Maxwell Library staff.
“The Great American Read” is a nationwide event started by the Public
Broadcast System (PBS) in 2018. One hundred influential and
Submitted by Professor Scott Barr
American author Henry David Thoreau wrote, “How many a man has dated a new
era in his life from the reading of a book.” This holds true for many of
the young men and women in Professor Anita Conkel and Professor Scott
Barr’s English composition classes. On April 15, students marked their
participation in “The Great American Read” with a celebration sponsored
Submitted by Professor Scott Barr
American author Henry David Thoreau wrote, “How many a man has dated a new
era in his life from the reading of a book.” This holds true for many of
the young men
On-Campus College or Online College: Which Fits You?
Published: April 26, 2019
by Dr. Lynn Lease, Director of OCUOnline Plus
Long gone are the days of being limited to simply deciding which college to
attend. Today’s incoming college freshmen have the choice of an on-campus
program, an online program, or a combination of the two. But which option
best fits you?
In order to choose what fits you best, there are important considerations for
each option.
Location and Setting
When you consider going away to college, it is important to not only consider
the qualities of the school but also the location and the setting. How far
away from home is optimal? Do you want
by Dr. Lynn Lease, Director of OCUOnline Plus
Long gone are the days of being limited to simply deciding which college to
attend. Today’s incoming college freshmen have the choice of an on-campus
program, an online program, or a combination of the two. But which option
best fits you?
In order to choose what fits you best, there are important considerations for
each option.
Location and
by Dr. Lynn Lease, Director of OCUOnline Plus
Long gone are the days of being limited to simply deciding which college to
attend. Today’s incoming college freshmen have the choice of an on-campus
Archived Articles of Interest
Academic Presentation: The Effect of Tenure on Perceived Leader Integrity and Implicit Leadership Perception
Published: March 11, 2013
On March 6, Heidi Frederick, Assistant Vice President and Dean of the College
of Adult and Graduate Studies, provided an academic presentation on “The
Effect of Tenure on Perceived Leader Integrity and Implicit Leadership
Perception.” The presentation was attended by OCU faculty, students and
members of the community.Frederick’s presentation focused on a study she
conducted in which participants scored their current supervisor according to
items of perceived integrity and implicit leader characteristics such as:
sensitivity, dedication, tyranny, charisma, and intelligence. The survey
On March 6, Heidi Frederick, Assistant Vice President and Dean of the College
of Adult and Graduate Studies, provided an academic presentation on “The
Effect of Tenure on Perceived Leader Integrity and Implicit Leadership
Perception.” The presentation was attended by OCU faculty, students and
members of the community.Frederick’s presentation focused on a study she
conducted in which
On March 6, Heidi Frederick, Assistant Vice President and Dean of the College
of Adult and Graduate Studies, provided an academic presentation on “The
Effect of Tenure on Perceived Leader Integrity
OCU Faculty Members Earn Doctorates
Published: March 7, 2013
Ohio Christian University seek qualified faculty of the highest caliber. In
the fall semester, two OCU faculty earned doctorates. These faculty lead the
way in demonstrating life-long learning for their students. Dr. Rick
Christman serves as the Vice President for Student Development and faculty
member for OCU. He has been an integral part of the university since 2008.
Christman earned his Doctor of Education degree in Organizational Leadership
from Indiana Wesleyan University. He also holds a Master of Arts in Ministry
and Master of Arts in Advanced Leadership Studies from Indiana
Ohio Christian University seek qualified faculty of the highest caliber. In
the fall semester, two OCU faculty earned doctorates. These faculty lead the
way in demonstrating life-long learning for their students. Dr. Rick
Christman serves as the Vice President for Student Development and faculty
member for OCU. He has been an integral part of the university since 2008.
Christman earned his
Ohio Christian University seek qualified faculty of the highest caliber. In
the fall semester, two OCU faculty earned doctorates. These faculty lead the
way in demonstrating life-long learning for
Academic Presentation: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Chronic Headache Pain
Published: March 1, 2013
On February 20, OCU Assistant Professor of Psychology Matthew Decker provided
an academic presentation on “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for
Chronic Headache Pain.” The presentation was attended by OCU faculty,
students and members of the community. The ACT treatment involves being in
the moment and making sure your actions match your values.“For me, ACT and
other ‘third wave’ treatments are improvements on the older treatments,
but many of them are still being validated for various problems and
disorders,” Decker said.Professor Decker led a study in which participants
who
On February 20, OCU Assistant Professor of Psychology Matthew Decker provided
an academic presentation on “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for
Chronic Headache Pain.” The presentation was attended by OCU faculty,
students and members of the community. The ACT treatment involves being in
the moment and making sure your actions match your values.“For me, ACT and
other ‘third wave’
On February 20, OCU Assistant Professor of Psychology Matthew Decker provided
an academic presentation on “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for
Chronic Headache Pain.” The presentation was
OCU Faculty Provide Monthly Academic Presentations
Published: December 3, 2012
Ohio Christian University faculty have begun monthly presentations to enhance
the academic quality and engagement of faculty, students, and community
members. These events are also being made available live through video
conferencing so that faculty and students in online programs are able to
participate.On December 5th, Prof. Thad Hicks will present on the topic of
Managing Compassion Fatigue. Prof. Hicks serves as Assistant Professor of
Disaster Management and is working on a Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies.
Compassion Fatigue, or secondary traumatic stress disorder, is a condition
Ohio Christian University faculty have begun monthly presentations to enhance
the academic quality and engagement of faculty, students, and community
members. These events are also being made available live through video
conferencing so that faculty and students in online programs are able to
participate.On December 5th, Prof. Thad Hicks will present on the topic of
Managing Compassion
Ohio Christian University faculty have begun monthly presentations to enhance
the academic quality and engagement of faculty, students, and community
members. These events are also being made
Ohio Christian University to Celebrate a Record Number of Graduates on May 5, 2012
Published: April 30, 2012
President Mark A. Smith will preside over the largest graduation ceremony in
the history of Ohio Christian University this coming Saturday, May 5, 2012,
with 386 graduates.This year's graduation includes the conference of 141
associate's degrees and 235 bachelor's degrees. OCU also celebrates its
first conference of master's degrees with 10 students earning the Master of
Arts in Ministry.Graduation practice (required for all graduating students)
begins a 1 p.m. on Friday, May 4. The graduation ceremony begins at 10 a.m.
on Saturday, May 5 in the OCU Maxwell Center.
President Mark A. Smith will preside over the largest graduation ceremony in
the history of Ohio Christian University this coming Saturday, May 5, 2012,
with 386 graduates.This year's graduation includes the conference of 141
associate's degrees and 235 bachelor's degrees. OCU also celebrates its
first conference of master's degrees with 10 students earning the Master of
Arts in Ministry.
President Mark A. Smith will preside over the largest graduation ceremony in
the history of Ohio Christian University this coming Saturday, May 5, 2012,
with 386 graduates.This year's graduation
