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."
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Ohio Christian Hosts Youth Explosion
Published: July 29, 2019
Ohio Christian University was happy to host the Youth Explosion camp on July
25 through 28. The camp was organized by the Marion Christian Center’s
Youth Ministry. The event was meant to provide the opportunity to experience
God in a real and impactful way.
“This year, the theme is that God made them special and how to discover
their gifts and talents to glorify Him” said Marion Christian Center Lead
Pastor Perry Payne.
Each day of camp kicked off with a student led devotional going over the
Beatitudes of Jesus followed by real life breakout sessions. After lunch,
students
Ohio Christian University was happy to host the Youth Explosion camp on July
25 through 28. The camp was organized by the Marion Christian Center’s
Youth Ministry. The event was meant to provide the opportunity to experience
God in a real and impactful way.
“This year, the theme is that God made them special and how to discover
their gifts and talents to glorify Him” said Marion Christian
Ohio Christian University was happy to host the Youth Explosion camp on July
25 through 28. The camp was organized by the Marion Christian Center’s
Youth Ministry. The event was meant to provide
On-Campus College or Online College: Which Fits You?
Published: April 26, 2019
by Dr. Lynn Lease, Director of OCUOnline Plus
Long gone are the days of being limited to simply deciding which college to
attend. Today’s incoming college freshmen have the choice of an on-campus
program, an online program, or a combination of the two. But which option
best fits you?
In order to choose what fits you best, there are important considerations for
each option.
Location and Setting
When you consider going away to college, it is important to not only consider
the qualities of the school but also the location and the setting. How far
away from home is optimal? Do you want
by Dr. Lynn Lease, Director of OCUOnline Plus
Long gone are the days of being limited to simply deciding which college to
attend. Today’s incoming college freshmen have the choice of an on-campus
program, an online program, or a combination of the two. But which option
best fits you?
In order to choose what fits you best, there are important considerations for
each option.
Location and
by Dr. Lynn Lease, Director of OCUOnline Plus
Long gone are the days of being limited to simply deciding which college to
attend. Today’s incoming college freshmen have the choice of an on-campus
Easter - the Extraordinary Found in the Ordinary
Published: April 18, 2019
By Rev. David Brown, Associate Professor, Religion
By Rev. David Brown, Associate Professor, Religion
By Rev. David Brown, Associate Professor, Religion
2019 Georgia Commencement
Published: April 11, 2019
On Saturday, April 6th, Ohio Christian University held its fourth
commencement ceremony in Jonesboro, Georgia at the Clayton County Performing
Arts Center. This is the first year at this location.
OCU President, Dr. Jon Kulaga welcomed the record crowd of nearly 1,300
students, family and honored guests declaring, “We are living in a time
where Christians have never been more needed-to be out there in society being
salt and light.” He further challenged them stating that “your community
needs you, your city needs you and your country needs you”.
Terence Chatmon was the commencement
On Saturday, April 6th, Ohio Christian University held its fourth
commencement ceremony in Jonesboro, Georgia at the Clayton County Performing
Arts Center. This is the first year at this location.
OCU President, Dr. Jon Kulaga welcomed the record crowd of nearly 1,300
students, family and honored guests declaring, “We are living in a time
where Christians have never been more needed-to be
On Saturday, April 6th, Ohio Christian University held its fourth
commencement ceremony in Jonesboro, Georgia at the Clayton County Performing
Arts Center. This is the first year at this location
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
Archived Articles of Interest
Experience Spring Semester 2019 in Italy!
Published: March 29, 2018
OCUOnline Plus is partnering with Saints Bible Institute (SBI) to provide
students an opportunity to spend a semester in Italy. In the spring of 2019,
the semester-long trip will enable students to achieve personal growth,
mission training, and intensive learning as they study and explore with a
community of learners.
“This semester of study in Italy will expand students’ horizons as they
interact with Italians, SBI’s faith-filled faculty, and fellow students
from across the United States. Participants will be able to walk the same
paths as Apostle Paul, sit in Leonardo da Vinci’s
OCUOnline Plus is partnering with Saints Bible Institute (SBI) to provide
students an opportunity to spend a semester in Italy. In the spring of 2019,
the semester-long trip will enable students to achieve personal growth,
mission training, and intensive learning as they study and explore with a
community of learners.
“This semester of study in Italy will expand students’ horizons as they
OCUOnline Plus is partnering with Saints Bible Institute (SBI) to provide
students an opportunity to spend a semester in Italy. In the spring of 2019,
the semester-long trip will enable students to
OCU Online BA in English Ranked #1 for Affordability
Published: March 22, 2018
SR Education Group has ranked Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor
of Arts in English the #1 program most affordable for a yearly tuition of
only $5,940.
Courses include History and Nature of the English Language, Literary
Criticism, and Studies in Shakespeare.
Learn more about SR Education Group and view its methodology.
SR Education Group has ranked Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor
of Arts in English the #1 program most affordable for a yearly tuition of
only $5,940.
Courses include History and Nature of the English Language, Literary
Criticism, and Studies in Shakespeare.
Learn more about SR Education Group and view its methodology.
SR Education Group has ranked Ohio Christian University’s online Bachelor
of Arts in English the #1 program most affordable for a yearly tuition of
only $5,940.
Courses include History and Nature
Georgia State Senator Emanuel Jones to Speak at Morrow Graduation
Published: March 12, 2018
One hundred and three OCU Morrow students will graduate at 10:00 a.m. on
Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Divine Faith Church, 9800 Tara
Blvd., Jonesboro, Georgia.
Graduation speaker is Senator Emanuel Jones who was elected to Georgia's
Senate from the 10th District in 2004 and represents southwest DeKalb and
Henry counties.
Senator Jones is chairman of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Advisory Council and
served as chairman of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus. He is a member
of the Banking and Financial Institutions, Economic Development and Tourism,
Interstate Cooperation, Special
One hundred and three OCU Morrow students will graduate at 10:00 a.m. on
Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Divine Faith Church, 9800 Tara
Blvd., Jonesboro, Georgia.
Graduation speaker is Senator Emanuel Jones who was elected to Georgia's
Senate from the 10th District in 2004 and represents southwest DeKalb and
Henry counties.
Senator Jones is chairman of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Advisory
One hundred and three OCU Morrow students will graduate at 10:00 a.m. on
Saturday, April 7, 2018, at Divine Faith Church, 9800 Tara
Blvd., Jonesboro, Georgia.
Graduation speaker is Senator Emanuel
Ohio Christian University Hosts Epidemic of Hope Event
Published: February 27, 2018
Former Major League baseball great Darryl Strawberry and his wife Tracy
joined Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine at Ohio Christian University in
Circleville, Monday, February 26 in the new Ministry
Former Major League baseball great Darryl Strawberry and his wife Tracy
joined Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine at Ohio Christian University in
Circleville, Monday, February 26 in the new Ministry
Former Major League baseball great Darryl Strawberry and his wife Tracy
joined Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine at Ohio Christian University in
Circleville, Monday, February 26 in the new Ministry
Positive Thinking Will Enhance Your Life
Published: February 26, 2018
Dr. Hank Kelly, OCU Provost
Thinking positively will greatly enhance your life and how God can use you.
Norman Vincent Peale’s The Power of Positive Thinking had a significant
impact on my life while I was in high school.
As I read this influential book, I resolved to think positively about
everything to which I put myself. I aimed to attend the U.S. Air Force
Academy. Therefore, I applied, was accepted, and graduated four years later.
My positive thinking helped me succeed!
I learned you become what you constantly think about: “Think positively,”
Peale says, “and you set in motion
Dr. Hank Kelly, OCU Provost
Thinking positively will greatly enhance your life and how God can use you.
Norman Vincent Peale’s The Power of Positive Thinking had a significant
impact on my life while I was in high school.
As I read this influential book, I resolved to think positively about
everything to which I put myself. I aimed to attend the U.S. Air Force
Academy. Therefore, I applied
Dr. Hank Kelly, OCU Provost
Thinking positively will greatly enhance your life and how God can use you.
Norman Vincent Peale’s The Power of Positive Thinking had a significant
impact on my life
