The Ohio Christian University’s Intercultural Department was pleased to have VISTA (Volunteers In Service to America) facilitate The Poverty Simulation on last month. The Poverty Simulation is intended to be an “immersive experience that helps participants increase their knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of poverty.”
According to their website, “The Poverty Simulation is a unique, enlightening experience that helps individuals begin to understand what life is like with a shortage of money and an abundance of stress. It moves people to think about the harsh realities of poverty and to talk about how communities can address the problem collectively.”
Participants were given an alter-ego, complete with a full bio and demographics. They were then told to act accordingly, and attempt to make their limited funding stretch throughout the entire simulation. One student commented on the challenges, saying, “I’ve never thought about poverty like this before. I didn’t realize life could be so hard!” Participants were faced with difficult real-world situations, such as choosing between feeding their family and paying their rent.
VISTA was founded in 1965 as a national service program to fight poverty in America. In 1993, VISTA was incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs.
http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/americorps-vista
Articles of Interest
Students Serve Alongside WGM in Uganda
Published: October 16, 2019
At the end of May, a team from Ohio Christian University traveled to Uganda
to serve alongside World Gospel Mission missionaries already working in the
area. This trip would best be described as a vision trip rather than the
typical mission work some may think of. The team got to see many different
ministries the missionaries are working with as well as support them through
fellowship and prayer.
During the two weeks the team was abroad, they worked with a wide range of
ministries, one of which is known as the Dignity project, providing women and
girls with reusable feminine products
At the end of May, a team from Ohio Christian University traveled to Uganda
to serve alongside World Gospel Mission missionaries already working in the
area. This trip would best be described as a vision trip rather than the
typical mission work some may think of. The team got to see many different
ministries the missionaries are working with as well as support them through
fellowship and
At the end of May, a team from Ohio Christian University traveled to Uganda
to serve alongside World Gospel Mission missionaries already working in the
area. This trip would best be described as a
Gerald Murphy Encourages Revival
Published: October 16, 2019
Gerald Murphy (’13) had one goal in mind for the campus of Ohio Christian
University as he spoke during Fall 2019 Revival Week, and that was to have an
encounter with Christ.
Murphy, a graduate of Ohio Christian, encouraged students to let go of their
former selves and take on their new identity as sons and daughters of God. In
order to take on this new identity, Murphy said that one must first stop
self-identifying as a sinner saved by grace. “If you continue to call
yourself a sinner,” he said, “you’re going to keep acting like one.”
Next, one must stop relying on their own actions
Gerald Murphy (’13) had one goal in mind for the campus of Ohio Christian
University as he spoke during Fall 2019 Revival Week, and that was to have an
encounter with Christ.
Murphy, a graduate of Ohio Christian, encouraged students to let go of their
former selves and take on their new identity as sons and daughters of God. In
order to take on this new identity, Murphy said that one must
Gerald Murphy (’13) had one goal in mind for the campus of Ohio Christian
University as he spoke during Fall 2019 Revival Week, and that was to have an
encounter with Christ.
Murphy, a graduate of
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
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
Archived Articles of Interest
Youth Leadership Conference Focuses on Engaging Youth Culture
Published: January 11, 2019
On Thursday, March 7th, Ohio Christian University is hosting an all-day Youth
Leadership Conference focusing on Engaging Youth Culture.
The program is ideal for all church pastors and youth pastors. Focused
breakout sessions will cover these key topics:
- Mental Health and Suicide
- Refreshing your Ministry
- Developing World Changers by Partnering with Non-Profits
- How Media is Shaping your Students
- Working with Church Leadership
Keynote speaker Dr. Walt Mueller is an authority on youth culture and family
issues.
Mueller is the founder of the Center for Parent/Youth
On Thursday, March 7th, Ohio Christian University is hosting an all-day Youth
Leadership Conference focusing on Engaging Youth Culture.
The program is ideal for all church pastors and youth pastors. Focused
breakout sessions will cover these key topics:
- Mental Health and Suicide
- Refreshing your Ministry
- Developing World Changers by Partnering with Non-Profits
- How Media is Shaping
On Thursday, March 7th, Ohio Christian University is hosting an all-day Youth
Leadership Conference focusing on Engaging Youth Culture.
The program is ideal for all church pastors and youth pastors
Students Serve Refugees in Spain over Christmas Break
Published: January 2, 2019
By Amber Ginter ‘19 / Natasha Grimmett, Director of Student Involvement
Instead of relaxing over Christmas break, eight Ohio Christian University
(OCU) students and staff took a mission trip to Spain to serve. Devoting
their time in service to others for ten days, the students made Barcelona,
Spain their new home for the week, adapting to its culture, environment, and
surroundings, as Jesus did when He traveled from place to place to serve
others.
Through Ohio Christian University’s partnership with World Gospel Mission
(WGM), Taryn Goble, Victoria Henley, Crystal Bethel, Adina
By Amber Ginter ‘19 / Natasha Grimmett, Director of Student Involvement
Instead of relaxing over Christmas break, eight Ohio Christian University
(OCU) students and staff took a mission trip to Spain to serve. Devoting
their time in service to others for ten days, the students made Barcelona,
Spain their new home for the week, adapting to its culture, environment, and
surroundings, as Jesus
By Amber Ginter ‘19 / Natasha Grimmett, Director of Student Involvement
Instead of relaxing over Christmas break, eight Ohio Christian University
(OCU) students and staff took a mission trip to
A Christmas Message
Published: December 14, 2018
Mary, did you know that your baby boy is Lord of all creation?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy would one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby boy is heaven's perfect lamb?
That sleeping child you're holding is the great I AM.
G. K. Chesterton wrote that “the believers in miracles accept them (rightly
or wrongly) because they have evidence for them. The disbelievers in miracles
deny them (rightly or wrongly) because they have a doctrine against them.”
As we celebrate Christmas–and the miracle of God becoming
incarnate–Christians around the globe accept this
Mary, did you know that your baby boy is Lord of all creation?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy would one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby boy is heaven's perfect lamb?
That sleeping child you're holding is the great I AM.
G. K. Chesterton wrote that “the believers in miracles accept them (rightly
or wrongly) because they have evidence for them. The disbelievers
Mary, did you know that your baby boy is Lord of all creation?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy would one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby boy is heaven's perfect lamb?
Master of Arts in Leadership Adds Value
Published: December 6, 2018
The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) graduate degree at Ohio Christian
University prepares professionals to lead organizations effectively. The
program emphasizes acquiring proficiency and skill in critical and strategic
thinking, ethics, and the application of leadership philosophy all while
integrating Christian principles in management planning and leadership
execution.
Students apply leadership in teams and learn processes to benefit for-profit
and not-for-profit organizations, and discover how to evaluate enterprises,
understand group dynamics, and improve performance. Jobs in
The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) graduate degree at Ohio Christian
University prepares professionals to lead organizations effectively. The
program emphasizes acquiring proficiency and skill in critical and strategic
thinking, ethics, and the application of leadership philosophy all while
integrating Christian principles in management planning and leadership
execution.
Students apply
The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) graduate degree at Ohio Christian
University prepares professionals to lead organizations effectively. The
program emphasizes acquiring proficiency and skill
Student Profile: Heather Tucker
Published: December 7, 2018
By Amber Ginter ‘19
Serving others, loving children, and seeking to have a heart like Jesus is
how Heather Tucker describes her passion for becoming an Intervention
Specialist through Ohio Christian University’s Teacher Education program.
With her focus on special needs, Heather seeks opportunities to serve on
campus and in the community.
Tuckers’ key accomplishments and inspiration have been in the Special
Olympics. She helps in training and competition of children and adults with
intellectual disabilities. She has been involved in helping these individuals
develop their fitness
By Amber Ginter ‘19
Serving others, loving children, and seeking to have a heart like Jesus is
how Heather Tucker describes her passion for becoming an Intervention
Specialist through Ohio Christian University’s Teacher Education program.
With her focus on special needs, Heather seeks opportunities to serve on
campus and in the community.
Tuckers’ key accomplishments and inspiration have
By Amber Ginter ‘19
Serving others, loving children, and seeking to have a heart like Jesus is
how Heather Tucker describes her passion for becoming an Intervention
Specialist through Ohio
