On March 31st the School of Business and Government hosted Dr. Jay Richards and Dr. Anne Bradley as a part of the Distinguished Speaker Series.Dr. Anne Rathbone Bradley is the Vice President of Economic Initiatives at the Institute, where she develops and commissions research toward a systematic biblical theology of economic freedom. She is a visiting professor at Georgetown University, and also teaches at The Institute for World Politics and George Mason University. She is an editor of and contributing author to IFWE’s recently released book, For the Least of These: A Biblical Answer to Poverty. In her chapter, Dr. Rathbone Bradley examines income inequality from both an economic and biblical perspective and provides guidance to Christians on how to respond, particularly through our vocations. Dr. Rathbone Bradley received her Ph.D. in Economics from George Mason University in 2006, during which time she was a James M. Buchanan Scholar.Dr. Jay Richards, who has been a guest on the Faith & Liberty Talk Show twice now, is an Assistant Research Professor in the School of Business and Economics at The Catholic University of America, a Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute, and executive editor of The Stream. He is author of many books including the New York Times bestsellers Infiltrated (2013), and Indivisible (2012), co-authored with James Robison. He is also the author of Money, Greed, and God, winner of a 2010 Templeton Enterprise Award; and co-author of The Privileged Planet with astronomer Guillermo Gonzalez. His most recent book, co-authored with Jonathan Witt, is The Hobbit Party: The Vision of Freedom that J.R.R. Tolkien Got and the West Forgot. He has a Ph.D., with honors, in philosophy and theology from Princeton Theological Seminary.The Distinguished Speakers Series Event began at 10:45 AM and both Anne & Jay were given 25-30 minutes to speak to the School of Business & Government students, followed by a panel discussion led by Dean Garrison. Students had the opportunity to engage in the discussion as well. After the session, there was a luncheon for Anne & Jay including selected business & government students who are members of OCU’s Sigma Beta Delta chapter. Sigma Beta Delta is an international honor’s society for business students.
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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
The School of Business
State Representative Rick Carfagna Visits Campus
Published: March 11, 2019
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing, entrepreneurship and workforce development for regional
incumbent industry.
Rep. Carfagna received a campus tour from OCU students, then ended his time
on campus with a meeting in the Robert W. Plaster Free
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing,
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr.
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SB Roundtable Preps Students for Business Plan Competition
Published: December 13, 2017
Ohio Christian University’s School of Business & Government® hosted its
seventh annual Small Business Round Table on Tuesday, November 14th, 2017.
Over eighty OCU students and five business executives, most of whom own small
businesses, discussed what it takes to start and manage a small business and
how to stay successful.
Discussants on this year’s roundtable included Mike Cessna, owner of My
Auto Care; Chris Farrell, owner of Farrell Fit; Jim Cook, owner of Cooks
Creek Golf Club; and Megan VanBuskirk and Ana Purpero, owners of Paper City
Coffee.
Students engaged with these
Ohio Christian University’s School of Business
Ohio Christian University’s School of Business
Prof. Monty Lobb Speaks at Ukrainian Celebration of Reformation
Published: November 17, 2017
Professor Monty Lobb traveled to Kiev, Ukraine to speak at the 500th
anniversary celebration of the Reformation in early November. In greeting to
assembly, he spoke about the importance of integrating Christian character
into personal relationships to build better community. He also presented on
the value of a Christian education in a program session.
For two days Ukrainians listened to pastors, members of parliament, cabinet
ministers, and foreign guests share and worshipped, led by praise bands from
across Ukraine and the Ukrainian National Symphony and Chorus.
The Association of
Professor Monty Lobb traveled to Kiev, Ukraine to speak at the 500th
anniversary celebration of the Reformation in early November. In greeting to
assembly, he spoke about the importance of integrating Christian character
into personal relationships to build better community. He also presented on
the value of a Christian education in a program session.
For two days Ukrainians listened to
Professor Monty Lobb traveled to Kiev, Ukraine to speak at the 500th
anniversary celebration of the Reformation in early November. In greeting to
assembly, he spoke about the importance of
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
Published: November 9, 2016
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
A group of Ohio Christian University (OCU) Business and Government students
visited Wall Street, Bloomberg Headquarters, the United Nations, and Mizuho
Securities this fall. Students attended a Financial Crisis Tour where they
learned firsthand what happens inside the New York Stock Exchange. The tour
was led by Wall Street veterans who explained the difference between a CDO
and a CDS, investment strategies which they said contributed to the economic
collapse in 2008. Students also saw the New York Stock Exchange, Federal
Hall,
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
A group of Ohio Christian University (OCU) Business and Government students
visited Wall Street, Bloomberg Headquarters, the United Nations, and Mizuho
Securities this fall. Students attended a Financial Crisis Tour where they
learned firsthand what happens inside the New York Stock Exchange. The tour
was led by Wall Street veterans who
OCU Business Students Visit the New York Stock Exchange
A group of Ohio Christian University (OCU) Business and Government students
visited Wall Street, Bloomberg Headquarters, the United Nations,
Lobb Named New Dean of School of Business and Government at OCU
Published: June 1, 2016
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that
Dr. Monty Lobb will assume the duties of Dean of the School of Business and
Government on June 1, 2016, upon Dr. Dave Garrison’s retirement. Dr.
Garrison will now become Dean Emeritus, which is a lifelong appointment.
Dr. Monty Lobb, OCU professor since 2012 and former Assistant Secretary of
State of Ohio, holds his J.D. from University of Dayton School of Law, his
B.A. from Olivet Nazarene University, and he also earned undergraduate
credits from New College at the University of Oxford. Dr. Lobb is president
of
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that
Dr. Monty Lobb will assume the duties of Dean of the School of Business and
Government on June 1, 2016, upon Dr. Dave Garrison’s retirement. Dr.
Garrison will now become Dean Emeritus, which is a lifelong appointment.
Dr. Monty Lobb, OCU professor since 2012 and former Assistant Secretary of
State of Ohio, holds his J.
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Ohio Christian University is pleased to announce that
Dr. Monty Lobb will assume the duties of Dean of the School of Business and
Government on June 1, 2016, upon Dr. Dave
Student Learn Valuable Business Skills at Annual Roundtable
Published: April 15, 2016
Students of Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
had the opportunity to speak with various community leaders at the annual
Corporate Roundtable. A panel of five experienced businessmen and women were
on the panel, offering advice to upcoming graduates looking to succeed in the
corporate world.
“Patience is one of the largest derailments I’ve seen people struggle
with” said M.J. Clark, on when asked about her position as an executive
recruiter. “It takes time, patience, and hard work to move up. It’s not
about what you must do, but who you must be”.
The panel
Students of Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
had the opportunity to speak with various community leaders at the annual
Corporate Roundtable. A panel of five experienced businessmen and women were
on the panel, offering advice to upcoming graduates looking to succeed in the
corporate world.
“Patience is one of the largest derailments I’ve seen people struggle
Students of Ohio Christian University’s School of Business and Government
had the opportunity to speak with various community leaders at the annual
Corporate Roundtable. A panel of five experienced
