Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government welcomed Michael Berry to campus as a guest speaker last month. Berry spoke on the topic of religious freedom in relation to his work with First Liberty Institute (formerly known as Liberty Institute).
OCU believes that exposing students to a depth of knowledge and experience is a vital component in creating a firm foundation for their future. Each semester, dozens of honored guests are welcomed to campus so that students may engage in an open dialogue about the issues of today with some of the brightest minds in their respective fields.
According to First Liberty, more than 1,200 instances of “religious hostility” have occurred between 2013 and 2016. Berry expressed the urgency of deterioration religious liberty in America, saying, "religious freedom is our first liberty.”
Berry was featured as part of the School of Business and Government’s Distinguished Speaker Series. He is Senior Counsel & Director of Military Affairs for First Liberty Institute, where he focuses on cases involving religious liberty within the armed forces. Berry also served in the Marine Corps for nearly 8 years, and still remains in reserve. A graduate of Moritz College of Law at The Ohio State University, Berry uses his experiences to represent clients of all backgrounds. He currently resides in Dallas, Texas with his wife and four children.
Articles of Interest
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
Ohio Christian Offers New Concentrations for Online Business Program
Published: July 18, 2019
Ohio Christian University recently announced two new concentrations in the
Bachelor of Arts in Business degree for students in the Adult
Ohio Christian University recently announced two new concentrations in the
Bachelor of Arts in Business degree for students in the Adult
Ohio Christian University recently announced two new concentrations in the
Bachelor of Arts in Business degree for students in the Adult
Happy Independence Day – Praise God for our Freedom!
Published: July 1, 2019
By Dr. Bradford Sample
On July 4, 1776 the Second Continental Congress adopted Thomas Jefferson’s
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
By Dr. Bradford Sample
On July 4, 1776 the Second Continental Congress adopted Thomas Jefferson’s
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
By Dr. Bradford Sample
On July 4, 1776 the Second Continental Congress adopted Thomas Jefferson’s
draft of “The Unanimous Declaration of the Thirteen United States of
America” after about one
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.
After visiting the United States Sports Academy, Ohio Christian University
students were featured in a publication for The United States Sports Academy
titled, “The Academy.” The feature briefly touched on what
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.
After visiting the
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
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Tom Minnery Named 2019 Faith & Liberty Award Recipient
Published: April 30, 2019
On Thursday April 18th, Ohio Christian University School of Business and
Government presented Tom Minnery with its annual Faith
On Thursday April 18th, Ohio Christian University School of Business and
Government presented Tom Minnery with its annual Faith
On Thursday April 18th, Ohio Christian University School of Business and
Government presented Tom Minnery with its annual Faith
Internet Safety Advocate Speaks On Campus
Published: April 17, 2019
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President and CEO of Enough Is Enough and
has been working since 1994 as a pioneering leader on the frontlines of U.S.
efforts to make the Internet safer for children and families. Her
three-pronged strategy connects the technology industry, the public, and the
legal community in helping protect children online. She was awarded the 2013
Women In Technology Award for Social Impact as well as the 2014
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President and CEO of Enough Is Enough and
has been working since 1994 as a pioneering leader on the frontlines of U.S.
efforts to make the Internet safer for children and families. Her
three-pronged
Ohio Christian University was happy to host Donna Rice Hughes Monday, April
15th in both chapel and as a Distinguished Speaker in the School of Business
and Government. Rice Hughes is the President
2019 Business Competition Gives Students Real World Experience
Published: April 15, 2019
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded recognition as well as cash awards
for their business plans. This annual competition gives Business students a
chance to put into practice what they are being taught in classrooms. Its
purpose is to give students a real-world opportunity to develop a business
plan and present it to a panel of distinguished businesspersons.
This year’s first-round competition judges were Dr. Monty Lobb, Dean, and
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded recognition as well as cash awards
for their business plans. This annual competition gives Business students a
chance to put into practice what they are being taught in classrooms. Its
purpose is to give
On April 9th, Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
hosted the annual awards banquet for its Business Plan Competition. Five
finalists in the competition were awarded
Faith and Work Seminar a First on Campus
Published: April 10, 2019
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
On Saturday March 23rd, Ohio Christian University hosted the Faith
2019 Annual Business Plan Competition
Published: April 5, 2019
The School of Business
The School of Business
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