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OCU Improves Retention Through Persistence and Completion Academy
Published: July 18, 2019
Ohio Christian University has participated in the Higher Learning
Commission’s Persistence and Completion Academy for the past two years.
This group of around 20 institutions collaborate on ideas to improve
retention and graduation rates. Through this collaboration, Ohio Christian
has worked on several initiatives for both the Adult
Ohio Christian University has participated in the Higher Learning
Commission’s Persistence and Completion Academy for the past two years.
This group of around 20 institutions collaborate on ideas to improve
retention and graduation rates. Through this collaboration, Ohio Christian
has worked on several initiatives for both the Adult
Ohio Christian University has participated in the Higher Learning
Commission’s Persistence and Completion Academy for the past two years.
This group of around 20 institutions collaborate on ideas
Atlanta Site Honored by the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce
Published: July 16, 2019
Last week, Ohio Christian University’s Atlanta site in Georgia was awarded
Member of the Week by the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce for outstanding
commitment and service to the community. President of the Chamber Monica
Colbert presented the award with two other members of the chamber to the
campus. The Atlanta site has been a member of the Chamber for four years and
has worked hard to impact the surrounding community, which boast over 6000
businesses.
In an effort serve their community, the Atlanta site has opened up their
chapel for community events, including several job fairs
Last week, Ohio Christian University’s Atlanta site in Georgia was awarded
Member of the Week by the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce for outstanding
commitment and service to the community. President of the Chamber Monica
Colbert presented the award with two other members of the chamber to the
campus. The Atlanta site has been a member of the Chamber for four years and
has worked hard to
Last week, Ohio Christian University’s Atlanta site in Georgia was awarded
Member of the Week by the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce for outstanding
commitment and service to the community.
Remembering D-Day 75 Years Later
Published: June 6, 2019
On June 6th 1944, more than 160,000 Allied troops landed on the shores of
Normandy to fight Nazi Germany. General Dwight D. Eisenhower described the
operation as a crusade in which “we will accept nothing less than full
victory.” The bravery and strength shown on this day allowed soldiers to
infiltrate Europe and work to combat Adolf Hitler. D-Day commemorates the
first day of the Normandy landings and is still honored and remembered 75
years later.
Still the largest seaborne invasion in history, D-Day serves as a solemn
reminder of the sacrifices of soldiers and the international
On June 6th 1944, more than 160,000 Allied troops landed on the shores of
Normandy to fight Nazi Germany. General Dwight D. Eisenhower described the
operation as a crusade in which “we will accept nothing less than full
victory.” The bravery and strength shown on this day allowed soldiers to
infiltrate Europe and work to combat Adolf Hitler. D-Day commemorates the
first day of the Normandy
On June 6th 1944, more than 160,000 Allied troops landed on the shores of
Normandy to fight Nazi Germany. General Dwight D. Eisenhower described the
operation as a crusade in which “we will accept
Memorial Day
Published: May 22, 2019
By Dave Hirschler, Director of Brand Identity
Ohio Christian University is grateful for those who paid the ultimate price
for our freedom. It is with appreciation that we celebrate with our fellow
Americans in observing Memorial Day. Previously known as Decoration Day,
Memorial Day is a federal holiday for remembering and honoring persons who
have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
On a personal level, I love history and all things patriotic, as does my
wife. As such, our family has developed a tradition of attending a Memorial
Day service each year. We generally
By Dave Hirschler, Director of Brand Identity
Ohio Christian University is grateful for those who paid the ultimate price
for our freedom. It is with appreciation that we celebrate with our fellow
Americans in observing Memorial Day. Previously known as Decoration Day,
Memorial Day is a federal holiday for remembering and honoring persons who
have died while serving in the United States
By Dave Hirschler, Director of Brand Identity
Ohio Christian University is grateful for those who paid the ultimate price
for our freedom. It is with appreciation that we celebrate with our fellow
Remembering Sarah Dorsey
Published: May 10, 2019
The wife of Rev. Morton Dorsey, Ohio Christian University’s 5th president,
Sarah Dorsey, passed away at Fox Run Manor in Findlay, Ohio on Monday, May
6th, 2019. Rev. Dorsey served as the president from 1959-1964. During
Dorsey's years at Ohio Christian University, the Ohio Board of Education
awarded the University its first State Charter.
Sarah became very involved with the University while her husband was
president. She taught music and was the choir director during their time
here. We are grateful for everything Sarah and Rev. Morton Dorsey did for
Ohio Christian University. Our
The wife of Rev. Morton Dorsey, Ohio Christian University’s 5th president,
Sarah Dorsey, passed away at Fox Run Manor in Findlay, Ohio on Monday, May
6th, 2019. Rev. Dorsey served as the president from 1959-1964. During
Dorsey's years at Ohio Christian University, the Ohio Board of Education
awarded the University its first State Charter.
Sarah became very involved with the University while
The wife of Rev. Morton Dorsey, Ohio Christian University’s 5th president,
Sarah Dorsey, passed away at Fox Run Manor in Findlay, Ohio on Monday, May
6th, 2019. Rev. Dorsey served as the president
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Student Profile: Amber Ginter on “What No One Tells You About Coming to OCU”
Published: August 27, 2019
As a senior, I often hear excited, uncertain freshmen asking: "Excuse me, do
you know where Room CE201 is?”, "Have you ever had Professor X?", "Is she
as intimidating as everyone says?", "How do I know what to major in?", "Why
doesn't this guy who seems perfect for me text me back?" My answers,
respectively, are: “Yes, yes, and yes. But, she's awesome. Don't worry.
You will figure it out. I am not one to give ‘guy advice’, but maybe God
is telling you he isn't ‘the one’?”
Such questions go on and on. One thing remains: No matter what your class at
the start of a new school year,
As a senior, I often hear excited, uncertain freshmen asking: "Excuse me, do
you know where Room CE201 is?”, "Have you ever had Professor X?", "Is she
as intimidating as everyone says?", "How do I know what to major in?", "Why
doesn't this guy who seems perfect for me text me back?" My answers,
respectively, are: “Yes, yes, and yes. But, she's awesome. Don't worry.
You will figure it out. I
As a senior, I often hear excited, uncertain freshmen asking: "Excuse me, do
you know where Room CE201 is?”, "Have you ever had Professor X?", "Is she
as intimidating as everyone says?", "How do I
OCU Named Top Military Friendly University
Published: July 31, 2016
Ohio Christian University remains in the top 20 percent of colleges,
universities, and trade schools that are dedicated to serving those who
serve. For the sixth year in a row, Ohio Christian University was named a Top
Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, the premier resource for military
personnel transitioning into civilian life.
G.I. Jobs’ mission is to simplify the military transition experience using
education and employment tools and resources to guide military service
members to a successful civilian career. The annual military friendly schools
list honors the institutions
Ohio Christian University remains in the top 20 percent of colleges,
universities, and trade schools that are dedicated to serving those who
serve. For the sixth year in a row, Ohio Christian University was named a Top
Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, the premier resource for military
personnel transitioning into civilian life.
G.I. Jobs’ mission is to simplify the military transition
Ohio Christian University remains in the top 20 percent of colleges,
universities, and trade schools that are dedicated to serving those who
serve. For the sixth year in a row, Ohio Christian
Record 810 Graduates Celebrate Commencement
Published: May 26, 2016
On Saturday, April 30, 2016, Ohio Christian University held its 66th
Commencement Ceremonies at the university’s main campus in Circleville,
Ohio. A record 810 associate, bachelor, and master level graduates
participated a total of four ceremonies: three in Ohio and one in Georgia
earlier this month.
Kelvin J. Cochran of Atlanta, Georgia, was the 2016 Commencement speaker.
Originally from Shreveport, Louisiana, Cochran followed his childhood dream
and became a firefighter in 1981. Working his way through the ranks, he was
appointed Fire Chief of the Shreveport Fire Department in 1999
On Saturday, April 30, 2016, Ohio Christian University held its 66th
Commencement Ceremonies at the university’s main campus in Circleville,
Ohio. A record 810 associate, bachelor, and master level graduates
participated a total of four ceremonies: three in Ohio and one in Georgia
earlier this month.
Kelvin J. Cochran of Atlanta, Georgia, was the 2016 Commencement speaker.
Originally from
On Saturday, April 30, 2016, Ohio Christian University held its 66th
Commencement Ceremonies at the university’s main campus in Circleville,
Ohio. A record 810 associate, bachelor, and master level
Local D.A.R.E. Officer receives new Hummer
Published: May 11, 2016
Ohio Christian University had the honor of standing by the Pickaway County
Sheriff's Office today as Deputy Dale Thomas received an award for the
D.A.R.E program — a new D.A.R.E Hummer with a slick, patriotic paint job
— from local nonprofit Hetty’s Hopes and Dreams.
The event was held in the Pickaway County Fairgrounds Colosseum — a
warehouse-like space filled with more than 400 students, dozens of local law
enforcement, and Deputy Thomas’ family.
Seven bus loads brought more than 400 students, filling the Colosseum
bleachers. The excited students could barely contain their
Ohio Christian University had the honor of standing by the Pickaway County
Sheriff's Office today as Deputy Dale Thomas received an award for the
D.A.R.E program — a new D.A.R.E Hummer with a slick, patriotic paint job
— from local nonprofit Hetty’s Hopes and Dreams.
The event was held in the Pickaway County Fairgrounds Colosseum — a
warehouse-like space filled with more than 400 students,
Ohio Christian University had the honor of standing by the Pickaway County
Sheriff's Office today as Deputy Dale Thomas received an award for the
D.A.R.E program — a new D.A.R.E Hummer with a slick
A Leader's Legacy - by Dr. John Maxwell
Published: April 6, 2016
Legacies that matter are connected with people. A hundred years from now all
that will matter is the people that you connected with in such a way that you
added value and meaning to their lives. Political commentator Walter Lippmann
said, “The final test of a leader is that he leaves behind in others the
conviction and will to carry on.” Ultimately, if your people can’t do it
without you, you haven’t been successful in raising up other leaders.
We have all heard that “when the student is ready, the teacher appears.”
I also believe that when the teacher is ready, the student appears.
Legacies that matter are connected with people. A hundred years from now all
that will matter is the people that you connected with in such a way that you
added value and meaning to their lives. Political commentator Walter Lippmann
said, “The final test of a leader is that he leaves behind in others the
conviction and will to carry on.” Ultimately, if your people can’t do it
without you,
Legacies that matter are connected with people. A hundred years from now all
that will matter is the people that you connected with in such a way that you
added value and meaning to their lives.
