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Ohio Christian University alumni, their family and friends are invited to Reunion2022: an all-day event on Saturday, June 25. Through alumni athletic games, class reunions, our Trailblazer Celebration and dinner, our goal is to build and cultivate stronger alumni engagement and relationships throughout the OCU community. The evening will culminate with OCU Night at Mount of Praise followed by our annual Ice Cream Social.
“This is always an exciting event, where alumni and their friends get to celebrate the accomplishments and valuable contributions of Ohio Christian’s own. We’ve missed seeing each other face to face and are excited to be together again,” said Michelle Blanton, Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving.
During the reunion, two distinguished retiring faculty members (and their families), Dr. David Case and Dr. Larry Olson, will be recognized for their more than 80+ years of service to Ohio Christian University and the kingdom. Alumni worldwide are encouraged to join in the excitement of the Trailblazer Celebration and OCU Night from around the world. These virtual events will be available through social media.
The event is free of charge, and all alumni are welcome to attend. Attendees are asked to register in advance at https://www.ohiochristian.edu/event/reunion.
More than 90 percent of all Ohio Christian University receive financial aid. Leading up to Reunion2022, the Office of Alumni Engagement will be fundraising for the Alumni Scholarship Fund. This fund is awarded during the annual scholarship banquet to a current student. Alumni and community members wishing to donate to the Alumni Scholarship Fund can do so at www.ohiochristian.edu/give.
For more information, contact Michelle Blanton at (740)-477-4506 or e-mail at mblanton@ohiochristian.edu.
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OCU School of Education Earns 7 Year CAEP Accreditation
Published: January 18, 2023
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation has granted 7 years
of accreditation to the Teacher Education Program at Ohio Christian
University, the highest award the organization allows. The current
Accreditation has been granted at the initial-licensure level for all major
concentrations OCU offers at the undergraduate level for Teacher Education
Preparation.
CAEP Accreditation is granted when the Accreditation Council determines that
an Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) meets all CAEP Standards, even if
areas for improvement (AFIs) are identified in the final
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation has granted 7 years
of accreditation to the Teacher Education Program at Ohio Christian
University, the highest award the organization allows. The current
Accreditation has been granted at the initial-licensure level for all major
concentrations OCU offers at the undergraduate level for Teacher Education
Preparation.
CAEP
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation has granted 7 years
of accreditation to the Teacher Education Program at Ohio Christian
University, the highest award the organization
Peter Pan Record-Breaking Production
Published: November 14, 2022
Ohio Christian University closed on their production, Peter Pan, Saturday,
November 5th, and it was a record-breaking fall show for the OCU performing
arts team. With 585 tickets sold, this magical show brought in lots of
families and audience members of all ages. Needless to say, it was a big hit
with the youngest members in the audience as they were transported to
Neverland. Some even came to the show in their own costumes!
Ohio Christian’s very own Brandon Benner took on the role of Peter Pan as a
freshman and a first-time performer. Hallie Graf (Little Women, Dark Road)
played
Ohio Christian University closed on their production, Peter Pan, Saturday,
November 5th, and it was a record-breaking fall show for the OCU performing
arts team. With 585 tickets sold, this magical show brought in lots of
families and audience members of all ages. Needless to say, it was a big hit
with the youngest members in the audience as they were transported to
Neverland. Some even came
Ohio Christian University closed on their production, Peter Pan, Saturday,
November 5th, and it was a record-breaking fall show for the OCU performing
arts team. With 585 tickets sold, this magical
31st Annual Golf Scholarship Tournament A Success
Published: May 27, 2022
Ohio Christian University’s (OCU) 31st Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Monday, May 16th at Pinnacle Golf Club in Grove City, Ohio.
Twenty-four four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $50,000 to
fund scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament is one of our major fund-raising events for student
scholarships," explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga. "The engagement and
generosity of each of the golfers is critical to our ability to assist
Ohio Christian University’s (OCU) 31st Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Monday, May 16th at Pinnacle Golf Club in Grove City, Ohio.
Twenty-four four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $50,000 to
fund scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament
Ohio Christian University’s (OCU) 31st Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Monday, May 16th at Pinnacle Golf Club in Grove City, Ohio.
Twenty-four four-person teams enjoyed a round of
First Musical Theater Performance a Success
Published: April 25, 2022
Ohio Christian University closed on their first musical, The Hunchback of
Notre Dame, Saturday, April 9th and the OCU family couldn’t be prouder of
the cast, crew, patrons, and supporters. With about 800 tickets sold, the
first OCU musical production brought in families and community members, with
a special dessert reception by Hallmark in the Ministry and Performing Arts
Center lobby for opening night.
Ohio Christian’s very own Nathan Strawser delivered a stellar Quasimodo
performance Friday and Saturday night, and Mac Callahan, community member and
OCU friend, also gave an excellent
Ohio Christian University closed on their first musical, The Hunchback of
Notre Dame, Saturday, April 9th and the OCU family couldn’t be prouder of
the cast, crew, patrons, and supporters. With about 800 tickets sold, the
first OCU musical production brought in families and community members, with
a special dessert reception by Hallmark in the Ministry and Performing Arts
Center lobby for
Ohio Christian University closed on their first musical, The Hunchback of
Notre Dame, Saturday, April 9th and the OCU family couldn’t be prouder of
the cast, crew, patrons, and supporters. With
C.S. Lewis is Coming to Ohio Christian University
Published: December 22, 2021
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel Hill, and many other esteemed institutions of
higher learning. Using C.S. Lewis’ own words, award-winning actor Max
McLean brings the brilliant Oxford fellow to life, taking us on his
extraordinary
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing Arts Center
(MPAC). This Fellowship for Performing Arts production has toured the United
States from New York to California and played on campuses such as Princeton,
Vanderbilt, Wheaton, UNC-Chapel
Ohio Christian University is excited to bring “The Most Reluctant
Convert” to its Circleville Campus. There will be one show only, on
January 15, 2022, at 1:00 PM in the Ministry and Performing
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29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Raises $30,000 for Students
Published: November 13, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $30,000 to fund
scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament is one our major fund-raising events for student
scholarships,” explained OCU President Dr. Jon Kulaga. “The engagement
and generosity of each of the golfers is critical to our ability to assist
OCU students with
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $30,000 to fund
scholarships for current students. These OCU Scholarships are awarded to
current campus students each spring at the Annual Scholarship Banquet.
"The golf tournament is one our major
Ohio Christian University’s 29th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
occurred on Friday, October 2nd at the Pickaway Golf Course. Twenty-five
four-person teams enjoyed a round of golf raising over $
Incoming Campus Students Attend Summer Orientation
Published: July 13, 2020
On July 10th, Ohio Christian University welcomed 62 incoming students to
campus for the first Orientation Day of the summer. Orientation Days are
for incoming students to the Undergraduate Campus Program to register for
classes and prepare for their first semester on campus.
OCU had several COVID-19 procedures in place including taking temperatures,
requiring masks, social distancing guidelines, and hand sanitizing stations
to help ensure the safety of everyone on campus.
OCU President Dr. Jon S. Kulaga welcomed the students and encouraged them to
be part of God’s story. Students and
On July 10th, Ohio Christian University welcomed 62 incoming students to
campus for the first Orientation Day of the summer. Orientation Days are
for incoming students to the Undergraduate Campus Program to register for
classes and prepare for their first semester on campus.
OCU had several COVID-19 procedures in place including taking temperatures,
requiring masks, social distancing
On July 10th, Ohio Christian University welcomed 62 incoming students to
campus for the first Orientation Day of the summer. Orientation Days are
for incoming students to the Undergraduate Campus
Prospective Students Have Many Options to Experience Campus this Summer
Published: June 4, 2020
Ohio Christian University is excited to offer several options to connect with
prospective students of our Undergraduate Campus Program over the summer
and help them experience OCU:
Option 1: Individual Campus Visits
Ohio Christian University is now open for prospective students to visit
campus. The university has social distancing procedures in place to help
everyone on campus stay safe. Learn more.
Option 2: Virtual Preview Day
Join us for a Virtual Preview Day on Friday, June 26th! Learn why students
choose OCU, ask our panelists questions, virtually tour campus, win prizes,
Ohio Christian University is excited to offer several options to connect with
prospective students of our Undergraduate Campus Program over the summer
and help them experience OCU:
Option 1: Individual Campus Visits
Ohio Christian University is now open for prospective students to visit
campus. The university has social distancing procedures in place to help
everyone on campus stay safe.
Ohio Christian University is excited to offer several options to connect with
prospective students of our Undergraduate Campus Program over the summer
and help them experience OCU:
Option 1:
Alumni Spotlight: Lauren Ray
Published: April 26, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management graduate of OCU,
currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Life – Housing and
Discipline, a role she took over earlier this year. Lady Trailblazer
Volleyball fans will remember Lauren as a key member of the program, playing
for the team for three seasons (2015-17). Originally from Canal Winchester,
OH, Lauren transferred into OCU following her freshman year at Ohio
University,
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management graduate of OCU,
currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Life – Housing and
Discipline, a role she took over earlier this year. Lady Trailblazer
Volleyball fans will remember Lauren
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management
Online Emergency & Disaster Management Program Ranked #2 in the Country
Published: March 18, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Emergency
Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Emergency
Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Emergency