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Carrollton will perform a concert in Ohio Christian University’s Ministry & Performing Arts Center on Oct. 11. The concert will be a celebration of Ohio Christian’s Homecoming & Family Day.
Carrollton is a Christian rock band that has produced a number of hit songs including “Tell Me” (2016), which peaked at No. 22 on Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart in 2017 with 19 weeks on the chart. Their more recent hit song, “Shelter” peaked at No. 24 in 2018 with 20 weeks on Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart.
The concert will start at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30. Tickets can be purchased at ohiochristian.edu/homecoming for $10.
Homecoming will be a great family event with games on the lawn, free Buffalo Wild Wings, and alumni games. Cheer on returning and current players as the Women’s and Men’s basketball teams face-off against alumni. The games will take place on Saturday the 12th at 3:00 and 5:00pm respectively. Women’s Volleyball will also be playing at home against Carlow University at noon in the Maxwell Center.
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Reunion 2022 to Culminate with OCU Night at Mount of Praise
Published: May 24, 2022
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer Celebration and dinner, our goal is to
build and cultivate stronger alumni engagement and relationships throughout
the OCU community. The evening will culminate with OCU Night at Mount of
Praise followed by our annual Ice Cream Social.
“This is always an exciting event, where alumni and their friends get to
celebrate the accomplishments and valuable contributions of Ohio
Christian’s own. We’ve
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer Celebration and dinner, our goal is to
build and cultivate stronger alumni engagement and relationships throughout
the OCU community. The evening will culminate with OCU Night at Mount of
Praise followed
Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to
Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic
games, class reunions, our Trailblazer
C.S. Lewis is Coming to Ohio Christian University
Published: December 22, 2021
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel Hill, and many other esteemed institutions of
higher learning. Using C.S. Lewis’ own words, award-winning actor Max
McLean brings the brilliant Oxford fellow to life, taking us on his
extraordinary
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing
Columbus Symphony to Perform in Ministry & Performing Arts Center
Published: November 19, 2021
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
Since 1951, the Columbus Symphony (CSO) has been proud to serve as central
Ohio’s flagship music performance organization. The CSO’s musicians,
conductors, chorus, and world-renowned guest artists
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the Columbus Symphony in
performances of “Winter Wonderland,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,”
“Sleigh Ride,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and many more.
About The Columbus Symphony Orchestra:
The beloved Columbus Symphony holiday tradition of Holiday Pops returns in
2021 with spectacular performances of popular holiday songs and classic
carols. Conductor Ron Jenkins will lead the
2021 Summer Celebration Picnic
Published: August 6, 2021
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
OCU’s on-site dining service, Simply Delicious by Hallmark, provided a
wonderful picnic dinner, while guests enjoyed the music ministry of The Lore
Family (Portsmouth, OH) and Richard Jordan (Nashville, TN).
University faculty and staff members also stayed for the evening event.
Worship
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
OCU’s on-site dining service, Simply Delicious by Hallmark, provided a
wonderful picnic
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food
30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Raises Over $40,000 for Students
Published: July 1, 2021
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is one of our major fundraising events for
student scholarships – and is also a great way to connect with donors who
love golf and love our students", explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga.
"With over
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising over $40,000 to fund scholarships for
current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to current campus
students each year at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The annual OCU golf tournament is
Ohio Christian University's 30th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament was held
on Saturday, June 19th, at the Pickaway Country Club Golf Course. Four-person
teams enjoyed a round of golf, raising
Archived Articles of Interest
Dr. Ben Carson - Highly Acclaimed Speaker
Published: February 6, 2014
National Prayer Breakfast Address Captured Nations AttentionDr. Ben Carson
delivered the keynote address at the 2013 National Prayer Breakfast. The
highly publicized speech catapulted him into the national spotlight as one
who speaks for many. Click here to view his speech.“If we acknowledge our
need for God, he will help us.” Ben Carson, Think Big: Unleashing Your
Potential for Excellence Dr. Carson will be featured at Ohio Christian
University's 2014 Leadership Forum on April 21, 2014.Seating is limited so
get your tickets today at www.OhioChristian.edu!
National Prayer Breakfast Address Captured Nations AttentionDr. Ben Carson
delivered the keynote address at the 2013 National Prayer Breakfast. The
highly publicized speech catapulted him into the national spotlight as one
who speaks for many. Click here to view his speech.“If we acknowledge our
need for God, he will help us.” Ben Carson, Think Big: Unleashing Your
Potential for Excellence
National Prayer Breakfast Address Captured Nations AttentionDr. Ben Carson
delivered the keynote address at the 2013 National Prayer Breakfast. The
highly publicized speech catapulted him into the
Dr. Ben Carson - Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient
Published: January 30, 2014
In 2008, Dr. Ben Carson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by
President George W. Bush. The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor
and is awarded to those individuals who have made "an especially meritorious
contribution to the security or national interests of the United States,
world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors"
(Executive Order 9586, signed July 6, 1945; Federal Register 10 FR 8523, July
10, 1945).“If we make every attempt to increase our knowledge in order to
use it for human good, it will make a difference in us and in our
In 2008, Dr. Ben Carson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by
President George W. Bush. The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor
and is awarded to those individuals who have made "an especially meritorious
contribution to the security or national interests of the United States,
world peace, cultural or other significant public or private endeavors"
(Executive Order 9586,
In 2008, Dr. Ben Carson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by
President George W. Bush. The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor
and is awarded to those individuals who have
Dr. Ben Carson - Scholar and Research Scientist
Published: January 28, 2014
Dr. Ben Carson is one of the world’s leading research scientists. A
"voracious reader of the medical and scientific literature," he has written
more than 120 major scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals, 38
books and book chapters, and been the recipient of many grant awards. His
achievements have earned him more than 60 honorary doctorates, including
those from Yale and Columbia Universities.“Knowledge is the key that
unlocks all the doors. You can be green-skinned with yellow polka dots and
come from Mars, but if you have knowledge that people need, instead of
beating you
Dr. Ben Carson is one of the world’s leading research scientists. A
"voracious reader of the medical and scientific literature," he has written
more than 120 major scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals, 38
books and book chapters, and been the recipient of many grant awards. His
achievements have earned him more than 60 honorary doctorates, including
those from Yale and Columbia
Dr. Ben Carson is one of the world’s leading research scientists. A
"voracious reader of the medical and scientific literature," he has written
more than 120 major scientific publications in peer-
Dr. Ben Carson - From Tough, Urban Beginnings to World Renowned Surgeon
Published: January 22, 2014
The son of a single mother growing up in a tough, inner-city, Detroit
neighborhood, Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., had a childhood dream of
becoming a physician. Challenges such as dire poverty, a single parent home,
poor grades, and low self-esteem, appeared to preclude the realization of
that dream. Yet his mother, with only a third-grade education, challenged her
sons to strive for excellence. Young Ben persevered and became a full
professor of neurosurgery, oncology, plastic surgery, and pediatrics at the
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where he directed pediatric neurosurgery at
The son of a single mother growing up in a tough, inner-city, Detroit
neighborhood, Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., had a childhood dream of
becoming a physician. Challenges such as dire poverty, a single parent home,
poor grades, and low self-esteem, appeared to preclude the realization of
that dream. Yet his mother, with only a third-grade education, challenged her
sons to strive for
The son of a single mother growing up in a tough, inner-city, Detroit
neighborhood, Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., had a childhood dream of
becoming a physician. Challenges such as dire poverty, a
OCU's 8th Annual Christmas Program ~ A Gift to the Community
Published: December 11, 2013
Ohio Christian University hosted its eighth Annual Festival of Carols and
Messiah on Saturday, December 7, at 7:00 pm, in the beautifully decorated
Maxwell Center. Guests were treated to the artistry of the OCU Chorale,
joined by members of the Circleville Community Choir and an excellent
40-piece orchestra including OCU students, faculty members and area
musicians. In the spirit of season, the Festival was the university’s gift
to the community with one request. Guests were asked to bring canned food
items to share with local ministries who support needy families in the
area.Dr.
Ohio Christian University hosted its eighth Annual Festival of Carols and
Messiah on Saturday, December 7, at 7:00 pm, in the beautifully decorated
Maxwell Center. Guests were treated to the artistry of the OCU Chorale,
joined by members of the Circleville Community Choir and an excellent
40-piece orchestra including OCU students, faculty members and area
musicians. In the spirit of season
Ohio Christian University hosted its eighth Annual Festival of Carols and
Messiah on Saturday, December 7, at 7:00 pm, in the beautifully decorated
Maxwell Center. Guests were treated to the