Ohio Christian University recently announced two new concentrations in the Bachelor of Arts in Business degree for students in the Adult & Graduate Studies program. The new concentrations are in Health Information Technology (HIT) and Digital Multi-Media Production (DMM).
The new HIT concentration prepares students for a role in healthcare that bridges the gap between clinical providers and patients. The concentration consists of four courses including an introductory course on health information systems, laws and ethics pertaining to HIT, the fundamentals of the IDC coding system, and a course on electronic health records. Students pursuing this course work will be exposed to technology used and maintained in the health industry and learn how to medically code diagnosis’s and procedures.
Adjunct Professor Jenny Evans, the primary writer for the concentration said, “This discipline allows the student to have many options to find their niche within healthcare without having to be in direct patient care.”
For those who would prefer to stay out of the medical field, the DMM concentration may be a better fit. This concentration prepares students to be business and media professionals with skills needed to advance in an increasingly digital world. The concentration consists of four courses including graphic design, audio production, video production, and web design. Students in these courses will be trained to use “industry standard” software such as Adobe, including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Jon Tomlinson, the Director of Business Programs emphasized the benefits of the concentration saying, “digital multi-media is certainly a growing field, both in the number of job opportunities and in the areas where graduates can now find positions.”
The career flexibility and versatility of both of these programs, combined with a quality education taught from a Christian worldview, prepares Ohio Christian students to be competent professionals in their desired field.
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Published: July 1, 2019
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draft of “The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen United States of
America” after about one month of writing, review, and debate. Members of
Congress did not argue over the philosophy or basic tenets of the document.
Among its most powerful and well-remembered phrases are “We hold these
truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are
endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these
are Life, liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” This
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draft of “The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen United States of
America” after about one month of writing, review, and debate. Members of
Congress did not argue over the philosophy or basic tenets of the document.
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Emergency Management Degree Now Offered Online
Published: June 17, 2019
A bachelor’s degree in Emergency and Disaster Management is now available
through Ohio Christian University's Adult
A bachelor’s degree in Emergency and Disaster Management is now available
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Students Travel to Alabama, Gaining Sports Business Experience
Published: May 13, 2019
The Ohio Christian University athletic department and School of Business and
Government recently took a trip to Alabama to learn about careers in the
sports business field, and network with professionals in the industry. Just a
few of the businesses that students had the opportunity to visit were The
United States Sports Academy, SEC headquarters, and Reese’s Senior Bowl.
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The Ohio Christian University athletic department and School of Business and
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sports business field, and network with professionals in the industry. Just a
few of the businesses that students had the opportunity to visit were The
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2019 Graduates Celebrate Commencement
Published: May 5, 2019
On Saturday, May 4, 2019, Ohio Christian University held its 70th-year
Commencement Ceremonies at the university’s main campus in Circleville,
Ohio. There were 664 associate, bachelor, and master level graduates invited
to the Ohio ceremony that earned their degrees.
Kristen Muzzy was the 2019 Commencement Address speaker. Muzzy is the
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Commencement Ceremonies at the university’s main campus in Circleville,
Ohio. There were 664 associate, bachelor, and master level graduates invited
to the Ohio ceremony that earned their degrees.
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Published: April 30, 2019
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Published: November 1, 2018
By Emily Bench, Staff reporter, Columbus Business First
John Kulaga sees Ohio Christian University as an important partner in
Pickaway County’s educational and economic development efforts.
Kulaga, president of the Circleville school since last year, said to reach
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Christian last August launched the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center.
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said.
"The 22,000-square-foot, collaborative space is very much community
endeavor," Kulaga said
By Emily Bench, Staff reporter, Columbus Business First
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Pickaway County’s educational and economic development efforts.
Kulaga, president of the Circleville school since last year, said to reach
not only the school's business students but also the community at large, Ohio
Christian last August launched the Robert W.
By Emily Bench, Staff reporter, Columbus Business First
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AGS Faculty Profile: Dr. Joe Perez
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resource development. His MBA is in finance, and he is an American Economic
Association member and reviews journal articles for the International
Leadership Association. He recently published ‘An Exploration of Global
Leadership: Culture, Ethics, and Conflict Management’ in the Journal of
Leadership, Accountability, and Ethics where he discusses challenges to
leading in a global environment and the characteristics and practices needed
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Tony Perkins Keynotes OCU Chapel Service
Published: October 23, 2018
Anthony R. Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, a conservative
policy and lobbying organization based in Washington, D.C., gave the message
at Ohio Christian University’s Chapel Service on Monday, October 22.
His visit was a stop on the Council’s “For the Sake of America: Stand
Strong in the Lord” national road tour and part of the University’s
School and Business and Government annual Distinguished Speaker Series.
Perkins addressed the need for Christians in America to show courage in the
face of threats to the tenets of the faith. The keystone of his message is
Anthony R. Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, a conservative
policy and lobbying organization based in Washington, D.C., gave the message
at Ohio Christian University’s Chapel Service on Monday, October 22.
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Strong in the Lord” national road tour and part of the University’s
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Anthony R. Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, a conservative
policy and lobbying organization based in Washington, D.C., gave the message
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College Credit Plus Roundtable Workshops - Join Us!
Published: October 12, 2018
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discussions for High Schools on Friday, October 26th.
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practices for CCP programs. Special guests from ODHE/ODE will address
questions, offer insights, and provide CCP policy clarification. Network with
other schools and get your questions answered!
Private High School Roundtable
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roundtable discussion and present the funding application and awarding
process. Dr. Larisa Harper
Ohio Christian University is hosting College Credit Plus roundtable
discussions for High Schools on Friday, October 26th.
Learn how schools are implementing policy changes and formulating best
practices for CCP programs. Special guests from ODHE/ODE will address
questions, offer insights, and provide CCP policy clarification. Network with
other schools and get your questions answered!
Ohio Christian University is hosting College Credit Plus roundtable
discussions for High Schools on Friday, October 26th.
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Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Opens!
Published: October 11, 2018
Ohio Christian University (OCU) and the College of Adult
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Ohio Christian University (OCU) and the College of Adult
