Ohio Christian University’s Homecoming and Family Day 2019 welcomed over 400 alumni and their family members home on Oct. 12. The atmosphere was warm and lively despite the chilly fall weather that forced many of the events inside.
The day started early with 74 participants shrugging off temperatures in the mid-40’s as they ran or walked in the 7th annual Josias Rodriguez 5k Run/Walk. The event is held in memory of a much-loved ministry student who tragically lost his life in a hiking accident. Josias Rodriguez’s mom spoke briefly at the start of the race with his dad firing the starting pistol.
Following the 5k, hundreds of alumni flocked to the Ministry & Performing Arts for the main event, the Trailblazer Celebration, formerly known as Legacy Chapel. The event provided a time of worship, heartfelt reflection of years past, and a recognition of the 2019 Alumni Awardees. This year’s awardees were Brenda (Mason) Young (’74), Alumna of the Year; Anthony Wilson (’10), Online Alumnus of the Year; and Tim Moore, Ministry Alumnus of the Year.
After the Celebration, guests enjoyed free Buffalo Wild Wings in Ohio Christian’s beautiful cafeteria and a tasty treat from Kingdom Realty Sno-Cones. The day was also filled with activities for visitors of all ages. While some alumni preferred to sit at The Blaze as they remembered old times over a cup of coffee or tea, those with children enjoyed games of cornhole as their kids squealed with delight as they jumped around in the bounce houses. Many alumni also cheered on the Lady Trailblazers volleyball team as they played a home game against Carlow University, winning in a straight sweep.
The 2019 Homecoming was a wonderful time of celebration and reminiscing as the returning alumni reconnected with old friends and remembered days long past but not forgotten. Ohio Christian University is eager to welcome OCU family members home once more in 2020 on Oct. 2 & 3 for next year’s Homecoming.
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Campus Hosting 26th Annual Quilt Show
Published: July 25, 2019
Ohio Christian University is delighted to welcome the Goodtime Quilters Guild
to campus for the fourth year in a row. The guild will be holding their 26th
annual Quilt Show in the Maxwell Center on August 1-3. One of the organizers
and president of the guild Judy Clifton expects the show to attract over
1,300 guests.
“The quilt show is something we do to be an entertainment and to show what
we do,” Clifton said. “We’ll hang 180 to 200 quilts. The talent of
these ladies is just phenomenal, they just do fabulous work.”
The show is the 145-member guild’s biggest event of the year. It
Ohio Christian University is delighted to welcome the Goodtime Quilters Guild
to campus for the fourth year in a row. The guild will be holding their 26th
annual Quilt Show in the Maxwell Center on August 1-3. One of the organizers
and president of the guild Judy Clifton expects the show to attract over
1,300 guests.
“The quilt show is something we do to be an entertainment and to show what
Ohio Christian University is delighted to welcome the Goodtime Quilters Guild
to campus for the fourth year in a row. The guild will be holding their 26th
annual Quilt Show in the Maxwell Center on
Engage Conference 2019
Published: April 12, 2019
Engage: Evangelism at the Intersection of Faith
Engage: Evangelism at the Intersection of Faith
Engage: Evangelism at the Intersection of Faith
Second Annual Youth Leadership Conference
Published: April 5, 2019
Over fifty youth leaders from more than thirty churches and organizations
converged on the Ohio Christian University campus for the second annual Youth
Leadership Conference. Anticipation for the conference was met with engaging
and relevant information applicable to those in attendance. The subject
of the day was the importance of actively engaging youth with the reality of
Biblical Truth in these formative years. Dr. Walt Mueller, expert in youth
culture and President of the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding, began the
conference with a dive into youth culture and practical ways
Over fifty youth leaders from more than thirty churches and organizations
converged on the Ohio Christian University campus for the second annual Youth
Leadership Conference. Anticipation for the conference was met with engaging
and relevant information applicable to those in attendance. The subject
of the day was the importance of actively engaging youth with the reality of
Biblical Truth
Over fifty youth leaders from more than thirty churches and organizations
converged on the Ohio Christian University campus for the second annual Youth
Leadership Conference. Anticipation for the
Annual Scholarship Banquet a Success
Published: March 28, 2019
Ohio Christian University (OCU) hosted its annual Scholarship Banquet on
Tuesday, March 26th where donors were celebrated and thanked for their
contributions to the students of OCU. Over $100,000 in scholarships from 68
separate donors were awarded to students in attendance. Parents of recipients
were encouraged to attend the banquet and meet the donors supporting their
children’s education. Students Hannah Reager (’20), Davi Da Silva
(’19), and Marissa McCrary (’20) all shared with those in attendance the
impact that the donors had on them individually. Each student at Ohio
Christian
Ohio Christian University (OCU) hosted its annual Scholarship Banquet on
Tuesday, March 26th where donors were celebrated and thanked for their
contributions to the students of OCU. Over $100,000 in scholarships from 68
separate donors were awarded to students in attendance. Parents of recipients
were encouraged to attend the banquet and meet the donors supporting their
children’s education
Ohio Christian University (OCU) hosted its annual Scholarship Banquet on
Tuesday, March 26th where donors were celebrated and thanked for their
contributions to the students of OCU. Over $100,000
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OCU Spring Dinner Concert Raised Support for Scholarship Fund
Published: March 27, 2014
The annual Ohio Christian University Spring Dinner Concert was held on
Saturday, March 22, 2014. More than 400 Southern Gospel Music fans enjoyed a
wonderful meal, and an additional 300 guests joined for a delightful night of
gospel music featuring The Guardians and The Booth Brothers. The proceeds of
the annual dinner concert support the Dean and Diana Hickman Scholarship
Fund. Our gratitude is extended to all who contributed financially to make it
possible for students to attend Ohio Christian University.Upcoming concerts
include the Homecoming Gospel Concert with The Talleys,
The annual Ohio Christian University Spring Dinner Concert was held on
Saturday, March 22, 2014. More than 400 Southern Gospel Music fans enjoyed a
wonderful meal, and an additional 300 guests joined for a delightful night of
gospel music featuring The Guardians and The Booth Brothers. The proceeds of
the annual dinner concert support the Dean and Diana Hickman Scholarship
Fund. Our
The annual Ohio Christian University Spring Dinner Concert was held on
Saturday, March 22, 2014. More than 400 Southern Gospel Music fans enjoyed a
wonderful meal, and an additional 300 guests
Dr. Ben Carson - Gifted Hands
Published: March 20, 2014
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story starring Cuba Gooding Jr. and Kimberly
Elise is a Johnson and Johson Spotlight Presentation movie inspired by the
life story of world-renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson. The movie covers
his life from 1961 to 1987 and premiered on TNT on Saturday, February 7,
2009.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!
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story starring Cuba Gooding Jr. and Kimberly
Elise is a Johnson and Johson Spotlight Presentation movie inspired by the
life story of world-renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson. The movie covers
his life from 1961 to 1987 and premiered on TNT on Saturday, February 7,
2009.Dr. Carson will be featured at Ohio Christian University's 2014
Leadership Forum on April 21
Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story starring Cuba Gooding Jr. and Kimberly
Elise is a Johnson and Johson Spotlight Presentation movie inspired by the
life story of world-renowned neurosurgeon Dr.
Dr. Ben Carson - Co-founder of Carson Scholars Fund Benefitting Thousands
Published: March 18, 2014
Dr. Ben Carson and his wife started the Carson Scholars Fund in 1994, which
gives scholarships to students in grades 4–11 for "academic excellence and
humanitarian qualities." More than 5,700 scholarships have been awarded to
students in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Carson Scholarship
winners have attended more than 450 colleges and universities, and have
received more than $3 million in scholarship funds to help finance their
education."After being named a Carson Scholar, I have set a goal for myself
to keep on helping others and working hard, not just through college,
Dr. Ben Carson and his wife started the Carson Scholars Fund in 1994, which
gives scholarships to students in grades 4–11 for "academic excellence and
humanitarian qualities." More than 5,700 scholarships have been awarded to
students in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Carson Scholarship
winners have attended more than 450 colleges and universities, and have
received more than $3
Dr. Ben Carson and his wife started the Carson Scholars Fund in 1994, which
gives scholarships to students in grades 4–11 for "academic excellence and
humanitarian qualities." More than 5,700
Dr. Ben Carson - A Christian, First and Foremost
Published: March 11, 2014
Dr. Ben Carson puts the greatest value on his relationship with God."The most
important thing for me is having a relationship with God. To know that the
owner, the creator of the universe loves you, sent His Son to die for your
sins; that's very empowering. Knowing Him and knowing that He loves me gives
me encouragement and confidence to move forward.”― Ben Carson 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! The 700 Club talks to the world-renowned
neurosurgeon
Dr. Ben Carson puts the greatest value on his relationship with God."The most
important thing for me is having a relationship with God. To know that the
owner, the creator of the universe loves you, sent His Son to die for your
sins; that's very empowering. Knowing Him and knowing that He loves me gives
me encouragement and confidence to move forward.”― Ben Carson Dr.
Carson will be
Dr. Ben Carson puts the greatest value on his relationship with God."The most
important thing for me is having a relationship with God. To know that the
owner, the creator of the universe loves you
Dr. Ben Carson - Columnist, Commentator, Contributor
Published: March 6, 2014
Weekly columnist for the Washington Times and Fox News contributor, Dr. Ben
Carson is a nationally acclaimed speaker and best-selling author. He was one
of the top guests appearing on the Shawn Hannity Show for 2013. Then last
October Fox News hired the renowned neurosurgeon to be a contributor.“Dr.
Carson is a brilliant neurosurgeon who has dedicated his life to healing
others,” Roger Ailes, chairman and CEO of Fox News said in a statement
regarding the hire. “He also has a broad perspective on what’s going on
in the country and his wisdom and provocative viewpoints will make a major
Weekly columnist for the Washington Times and Fox News contributor, Dr. Ben
Carson is a nationally acclaimed speaker and best-selling author. He was one
of the top guests appearing on the Shawn Hannity Show for 2013. Then last
October Fox News hired the renowned neurosurgeon to be a contributor.“Dr.
Carson is a brilliant neurosurgeon who has dedicated his life to healing
others,” Roger Ailes
Weekly columnist for the Washington Times and Fox News contributor, Dr. Ben
Carson is a nationally acclaimed speaker and best-selling author. He was one
of the top guests appearing on the Shawn
