Ohio Christian University was pleased to welcome 69 students to Orientation Day 2019 on June 14. Incoming students started the morning doing activities together where they had the opportunity to meet their fellow classmates.
After the students settled down, OCU Provost, Dr. Bradford Sample and Dr. Valerie Jones, Teacher Education Department Chair, encouraged the new students to pursue academic excellence and to, above all, grow in Christ.
Jones also gave a warm welcome to the students saying, “We here are family, and your faculty members here truly care about you the student and parents, your children.”
Later, students and their parents were guided to the various locations they needed to be for registration, financial aid and photographs. The Maxwell Center was bustling with the excited chatter of new students as they lined up for photos while their parents flocked to the bookstore to show their OCU pride.
Incoming student Nana Sharpong, a business major and soccer player from Columbus, OH, said he liked how peaceful and calm the campus was and all the happy faces. His father, Paul Sharpong, said “bringing up children to a Christian life is very important and I’m happy with that priority here. I love this college for my child.”
Molly Taylor, an incoming early education major from Lucasville, OH, was also excited as both her parents are alumni. “[OCU] just kind of felt more like a home to me, the people were so welcoming to me, it just felt like a good fit for me. I wasn’t worried about anything else; it was mainly about making myself happy and doing what God has called me to do.”
Orientation Day 2019 was made successful by the dedicated admissions team who organized the event and showed servant-hearted leadership as they directed everyone to where they needed to be.
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Ohio Christian Prepares for Students Return
Published: August 8, 2019
With just three days before athletes move in to the dorms and the remainder
of students coming a week later, resident assistants (RA) had an active first
day on campus. The RA’s moved back into the dorms on Aug 7 and immediately
got to know one another through team building activities.
For the male RAs this began with a “Wild West” name learning game
complete with finger six-shooters. After demonstrating who had the fastest
name learning skills in the west, Resident Director Kasey Summerer led them
to the disc golf course for a friendly game. The group of guys bonded as they
“brushed
With just three days before athletes move in to the dorms and the remainder
of students coming a week later, resident assistants (RA) had an active first
day on campus. The RA’s moved back into the dorms on Aug 7 and immediately
got to know one another through team building activities.
For the male RAs this began with a “Wild West” name learning game
complete with finger six-shooters. After
With just three days before athletes move in to the dorms and the remainder
of students coming a week later, resident assistants (RA) had an active first
day on campus. The RA’s moved back into the
Ohio Christian to Host Fifth Annual Forge Leadership Summit
Published: July 19, 2019
Ohio Christian University will host the fifth annual Forge Leadership Summit
on July 23-27. The five-day conference is the Forge Leadership Network’s
foundational event that on-ramps students into their yearlong mentorship
academy to develop the next generation of conservative leaders. Forge will
welcome 75-80 young adults to the summit where they will participate in
dynamic trainings, professional development programs and listen to over two
dozen renowned speakers on current issues.
“Forge is raising up a farm system for the conservative movement in the
state [of Ohio],” said Co-
Ohio Christian University will host the fifth annual Forge Leadership Summit
on July 23-27. The five-day conference is the Forge Leadership Network’s
foundational event that on-ramps students into their yearlong mentorship
academy to develop the next generation of conservative leaders. Forge will
welcome 75-80 young adults to the summit where they will participate in
dynamic trainings,
Ohio Christian University will host the fifth annual Forge Leadership Summit
on July 23-27. The five-day conference is the Forge Leadership Network’s
foundational event that on-ramps students into
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
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
President and co-founder of the World Alliance for the Volunteer Economy or
WAVE. As a survivor of human trafficking, Muzzy spoke about God’s love and
the plan He had for her trials in bringing her closer to Him. In her early
life, she felt like the
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
President and co-founder of the World Alliance for the
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
Community Action Day - It was a GREAT Day!
Published: April 18, 2019
April 11th proved to not just be a nice day to be outside, but a great day to
serve the community of Circleville and surrounding areas. In its 20thyear,
Community Action Day brought out over 400 students to serve residents and
businesses who were in need. A tradition at Ohio Christian University,
classes were canceled, and students were able to go into the public and
implement the service attitude taught at OCU.
With help from Volunteer Economy and RPHF Solid Waste District, students were
equipped to effectively serve and feel prepared to do so. Students served in
various capacities
April 11th proved to not just be a nice day to be outside, but a great day to
serve the community of Circleville and surrounding areas. In its 20thyear,
Community Action Day brought out over 400 students to serve residents and
businesses who were in need. A tradition at Ohio Christian University,
classes were canceled, and students were able to go into the public and
implement the service
April 11th proved to not just be a nice day to be outside, but a great day to
serve the community of Circleville and surrounding areas. In its 20thyear,
Community Action Day brought out over 400
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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 Now Offering English and History majors
Published: October 14, 2016
Ohio Christian University students can now major or minor in English or
History. The programs were created because OCU is awaiting approval to
offer a Bachelor of Science in Education in Adolescence to Young Adult
Education (high school teacher education program) with majors in integrated
language arts, math, science, and social studies. The courses were already
created and the decision was made to offer these as stand-alone degrees. The
degrees are available to students in the Adult and Graduate Studies Program
or Residential Undergraduate Program.
About the English Program
OCU's
Ohio Christian University students can now major or minor in English or
History. The programs were created because OCU is awaiting approval to
offer a Bachelor of Science in Education in Adolescence to Young Adult
Education (high school teacher education program) with majors in integrated
language arts, math, science, and social studies. The courses were already
created and the decision was
Ohio Christian University students can now major or minor in English or
History. The programs were created because OCU is awaiting approval to
offer a Bachelor of Science in Education in
OCU's Ablaze and Tenth Avenue North Rock Ross County Fair
Published: August 12, 2016
CHILLICOTHE - The fair board took a gamble that appeared to pay off.
Thursday night's concert at the Ross County Fair was something the fair board
had never tried before. With the help of Ohio Christian University, it
brought two contemporary Christian bands, OCU's Ablaze and headliner Tenth
Avenue North, to the grandstand.
The grandstand was packed with more than 500 people of all ages cheering,
clapping and even at times dancing along to the music. The high-energy lead
singer of Tenth Avenue North ran up and down into the crowds, jumping and
dancing along with them. The longer the
CHILLICOTHE - The fair board took a gamble that appeared to pay off.
Thursday night's concert at the Ross County Fair was something the fair board
had never tried before. With the help of Ohio Christian University, it
brought two contemporary Christian bands, OCU's Ablaze and headliner Tenth
Avenue North, to the grandstand.
The grandstand was packed with more than 500 people of all ages
CHILLICOTHE - The fair board took a gamble that appeared to pay off.
Thursday night's concert at the Ross County Fair was something the fair board
had never tried before. With the help of Ohio
OCU's Ablaze to open for Tenth Avenue North on August 11th
Published: August 4, 2016
On August 11th, Ohio Christian University's traveling music ministry group
Ablaze will open for Tenth Avenue North at the Ross County Fair in
Chillicothe, Ohio.The student group travels the region bringing its
distinctive sound to churches, schools, youth events and more. Their
masterful vocals and instrumental arrangements blend the foundations of
contemporary worship with genuine, timeless lyrics as they spread the gospel
of Jesus Christ.
"We get to travel to lots of different places and meet a lot of people," said
Caitlyn McCrary, an Ablaze member and OCU Junior. "There have been
On August 11th, Ohio Christian University's traveling music ministry group
Ablaze will open for Tenth Avenue North at the Ross County Fair in
Chillicothe, Ohio.The student group travels the region bringing its
distinctive sound to churches, schools, youth events and more. Their
masterful vocals and instrumental arrangements blend the foundations of
contemporary worship with genuine, timeless
On August 11th, Ohio Christian University's traveling music ministry group
Ablaze will open for Tenth Avenue North at the Ross County Fair in
Chillicothe, Ohio.The student group travels the region
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
