The Association for Christians in Student Development (ACSD) honored Ohio Christian University’s Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students, Joe Wuest, M.A., with the 2018 Ruth Bamford Award. Dr. Edee Schulze, ACSD’s president, explains the award’s significance:
“The Ruth Bamford award is presented annually to individuals who have served in the field of student development less than 15 years, who have provided outstanding leadership and service to ACSD and their home institution, as well as contributed significantly to the field of student affairs. Especially important is demonstrated ability to integrate faith and learning in their professional lives and practice.
“Joe is known for possessing a deeply-committed heart both for the Lord and for Christian higher education. He invests into his institution and has been heard on several occasions to articulate his desire for his colleagues and students to grow deeper in their relationships with Christ, as he actively cultivates his own spiritual growth."
Reflecting on this recognition, Dean Wuest shares how rewarding his participation in ACSD has been:
“I am blessed to have a Student Development team who is passionate about challenging and supporting our students well. I am honored by this recognition, but many mentors in the field, my staff, and my family played a big part in this achievement, and I am incredibly thankful. I will continue to keep fixed on Christ and ‘pivot’ as needed, knowing the students we serve are changing. Student Development needs to balance being malleable with the truth of the Gospel."
Articles of Interest
Faculty Profile: Dr. Darren M. Johnson
Published: November 16, 2018
Dr. Darren M. Johnson joined Ohio Christian University’s Psychology
Department as an Associate Professor of Psychology and Chemical Dependency
Counseling. He is currently teaching Abnormal Psychology, Introduction to
Substance Abuse Counseling, Diversity Issues in Counseling, Principles of
Counseling, and Physiological Psychology.
In 2017, ProQuest published Johnson’s “The Experience of Being an Atheist
in the United States,” a report on his study of interviews with twelve
atheists. He has presented on Coping with Stress in the Workplace, Good
Grief: How Grieving Properly Can Be
Dr. Darren M. Johnson joined Ohio Christian University’s Psychology
Department as an Associate Professor of Psychology and Chemical Dependency
Counseling. He is currently teaching Abnormal Psychology, Introduction to
Substance Abuse Counseling, Diversity Issues in Counseling, Principles of
Counseling, and Physiological Psychology.
In 2017, ProQuest published Johnson’s “The Experience of
Dr. Darren M. Johnson joined Ohio Christian University’s Psychology
Department as an Associate Professor of Psychology and Chemical Dependency
Counseling. He is currently teaching Abnormal
OCU Develops Future Teacher's Skills in Educating 'Whole Child'
Published: November 16, 2018
By Steven Collins, Senior Reporter, Circleville Herald
Photo by Nancy Radcliff, Chief Photographer, Circleville Herald
Circleville Herald, November 15, 2018
The Ohio Christian University’s Teacher Education program is guiding the
next generation of teachers into modern day teaching.
Valarie Jones, chair of the education department, said they’re teaching
their education students about trauma-informed educating, a way to teach
students who have been affected by trauma to their maximum potential.
“Everything we do has the idea to love the kids first and then everything
else comes after
By Steven Collins, Senior Reporter, Circleville Herald
Photo by Nancy Radcliff, Chief Photographer, Circleville Herald
Circleville Herald, November 15, 2018
The Ohio Christian University’s Teacher Education program is guiding the
next generation of teachers into modern day teaching.
Valarie Jones, chair of the education department, said they’re teaching
their education students about trauma
By Steven Collins, Senior Reporter, Circleville Herald
Photo by Nancy Radcliff, Chief Photographer, Circleville Herald
Circleville Herald, November 15, 2018
The Ohio Christian University’s Teacher
Faculty Profile: Dr. Caleb Friedeman
Published: November 1, 2018
Dr. Caleb T. Friedeman recently joined Ohio Christian University’s Religion
Department as Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies. A disciple of Jesus
Christ with a passion to serve the Church as a pastor-theologian, Friedeman
brings to the department the heart of a pastor and the mind of a scholar.
Friedeman holds a B.A. in Ancient Languages from Asbury University, an M.A.
in Biblical Literature from Wesley Biblical Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Biblical
Theology (New Testament) from Wheaton College. His doctoral dissertation
focused on the Christology of Luke chapters 1 and 2 and its
Dr. Caleb T. Friedeman recently joined Ohio Christian University’s Religion
Department as Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies. A disciple of Jesus
Christ with a passion to serve the Church as a pastor-theologian, Friedeman
brings to the department the heart of a pastor and the mind of a scholar.
Friedeman holds a B.A. in Ancient Languages from Asbury University, an M.A.
in Biblical
Dr. Caleb T. Friedeman recently joined Ohio Christian University’s Religion
Department as Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies. A disciple of Jesus
Christ with a passion to serve the Church as a
Archived Articles of Interest
Former OCU President's Tribute to OCU Grad Dr. Stan Toler
Published: December 13, 2017
By Doug Carter, OCU President 1980-1989
Forty-seven years ago (1970) at the Taylor County Camp Meeting in Central
Georgia on a hot July day, my wife and I were the missionary speakers
representing our ministry to Native Americans in Arizona with World Gospel
Mission. There was a quartet singing in the service–a group of young
preacher boys representing Circleville Bible College (now Ohio Christian
University). One of the lads was very small in size with a gracious smile and
a perfect haircut. When the offering was received, he pledged to give $5.00
monthly to our support in spite of
By Doug Carter, OCU President 1980-1989
Forty-seven years ago (1970) at the Taylor County Camp Meeting in Central
Georgia on a hot July day, my wife and I were the missionary speakers
representing our ministry to Native Americans in Arizona with World Gospel
Mission. There was a quartet singing in the service–a group of young
preacher boys representing Circleville Bible College (now Ohio
By Doug Carter, OCU President 1980-1989
Forty-seven years ago (1970) at the Taylor County Camp Meeting in Central
Georgia on a hot July day, my wife and I were the missionary speakers
representing
Christmas in the Wesleyan Tradition
Published: December 6, 2017
An Interview with Prof. Larry Olson, Chair, Department of Psychology
Q: Thanks for taking time to discuss how studying theories of personality
helps us better understand human behavior and society, especially from a
Christian perspective where faith in Christ transforms personality. Now, as
we celebrate Christmas and the new year, can you explain how studying
psychology illuminates and inspires the individual in society, the human
condition?
LO: Sure. Great question! In our Integration of Faith and Psychology
course, we talk about personality theories. Why do we need them?
An Interview with Prof. Larry Olson, Chair, Department of Psychology
Q: Thanks for taking time to discuss how studying theories of personality
helps us better understand human behavior and society, especially from a
Christian perspective where faith in Christ transforms personality. Now, as
we celebrate Christmas and the new year, can you explain how studying
psychology illuminates and
An Interview with Prof. Larry Olson, Chair, Department of Psychology
Q: Thanks for taking time to discuss how studying theories of personality
helps us better understand human behavior and society
Hope Springs Anew–OCU Responds to Opioid Crisis
Published: November 28, 2017
As the tragic effects of opioid addiction continue to grip the nation, in
Ohio efforts to address them are well underway through initiatives by
organizations such as Propel Ohio and Ohio Christian University.
On Nov. 17, Teacher Education Professors Valerie Jones and Angela Flowers,
along with student majors Maddy McCain and Emily Morton, attended Propel
Ohio’s Collegiate Leadership Conference on the effect of poverty and the
opioid crisis on Ohio youth. They joined some 600 attendees in the
University of Akron’s historic Quaker Station conference center to hear
Ohio Senators Sherrod
As the tragic effects of opioid addiction continue to grip the nation, in
Ohio efforts to address them are well underway through initiatives by
organizations such as Propel Ohio and Ohio Christian University.
On Nov. 17, Teacher Education Professors Valerie Jones and Angela Flowers,
along with student majors Maddy McCain and Emily Morton, attended Propel
Ohio’s Collegiate Leadership
As the tragic effects of opioid addiction continue to grip the nation, in
Ohio efforts to address them are well underway through initiatives by
organizations such as Propel Ohio and Ohio Christian
Dean on Generosity - Kicking Off Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign
Published: November 22, 2017
"How to do the most good?" On Nov. 14, Rev. David Dean, Director of Church
Relations for Ohio Christian University, addressed this question to Fairfield
County business leaders assembled at Lancaster Country Club to kick off this
season's Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign.
Reminding participants that altruism—thoughtfulness of the well-being of
and generosity to others—means giving, Dean explained, “Studies show the
happiest people are the most generous." He elaborated on this theme,
explaining that the “Generosity Factor” is a characteristic of people who
give generously: Those
"How to do the most good?" On Nov. 14, Rev. David Dean, Director of Church
Relations for Ohio Christian University, addressed this question to Fairfield
County business leaders assembled at Lancaster Country Club to kick off this
season's Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign.
Reminding participants that altruism—thoughtfulness of the well-being of
and generosity to others—means giving, Dean
"How to do the most good?" On Nov. 14, Rev. David Dean, Director of Church
Relations for Ohio Christian University, addressed this question to Fairfield
County business leaders assembled at
OCU Online Pastoral Counseling Master’s Program Is 8th in Top 20!
Published: November 16, 2017
TopCounselingSchools.org has ranked OCU’s online Master Degree in Pastoral
Counseling 8th among the top 20 best programs available!
According to Top Counseling Schools’ evaluation: OCU’s program is
“One of the most affordable pastoral counseling master’s programs online
on our list is the online master’s in ministry from Ohio Christian
University. This 34-credit hour program is designed to equip students to
analyze situations and choose proper interventions to help others cope with
crises, exploring pastoral care and counseling topics. Some of the classes
offered include history of
TopCounselingSchools.org has ranked OCU’s online Master Degree in Pastoral
Counseling 8th among the top 20 best programs available!
According to Top Counseling Schools’ evaluation: OCU’s program is
“One of the most affordable pastoral counseling master’s programs online
on our list is the online master’s in ministry from Ohio Christian
University. This 34-credit hour program is designed to
TopCounselingSchools.org has ranked OCU’s online Master Degree in Pastoral
Counseling 8th among the top 20 best programs available!
According to Top Counseling Schools’ evaluation: OCU’s program
