Clarissa Crowley, one of the first Adolescence to Young Adult Education (AYA) Mathematics majors at Ohio Christian University, set her sights high when she decided to major in STEM education to transform young lives.
Serving as a ‘guinea pig’ for the new AYA curriculum with its advanced, yet enticing, and rigorous materials, Crowley’s goal for herself is not only propelling her into the future, but also enabling her to demonstrate faith-based leadership to her peers.
Becoming a servant leader wasn’t always in the cards for Crowley. Higher education seemed unobtainable to her until a former OCU president arrived to vacation in Pigeon Forge, TN, Crowley’s hometown.
“Until I encountered OCU’s former president who shared about the university, I never imagined attending college was within my reach. I felt driven to succeed, but I wasn’t sure what steps to take. With a scholarship obtained through guidance of OCU’s Financial Aid Office, I am acquiring a quality higher education. It was God’s will that I discovered here is where to earn my teaching degree.”
Many students like Crowley struggle with unknowns in finding their way to and through college. However, as her story demonstrates, God enables us to succeed, especially when we align with His will and calling for us. “After OCU’s president heard my testimony at our church, he introduced himself and told me about OCU, and, through prayer and trusting God, I decided to come.”
In her junior year now, Crowley feels OCU’s AYA Teacher Education program is phenomenal: “It is preparing me to be highly equipped in the classroom. I have no doubt I will continue and become an inspiration to others. OCU has taught me to take chances. Through Christ, we can do anything.”
Articles of Interest
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
OCU Kappa Delta Pi Chapter Inducts 28 New Members
Published: April 26, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OHIO—Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society
in Education, is pleased to announce that 28 preservice educators have been
invited and inducted into its membership through the Alpha Iota Sigma Chapter
of Ohio Christian University.
The initiation ceremony took place on April 9, 2019 at The Ministry and
Performing Arts Center. The ceremony opened with Dr. Hank Kelly, Provost at
Ohio Christian University, giving the welcome and prayer. Dr. Ann Shelly, of
Kappa Delta Pi, installed the new members, the Alpha Iota Sigma Chapter and
the officers. Mr. Jonathan Davis,
CIRCLEVILLE, OHIO—Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society
in Education, is pleased to announce that 28 preservice educators have been
invited and inducted into its membership through the Alpha Iota Sigma Chapter
of Ohio Christian University.
The initiation ceremony took place on April 9, 2019 at The Ministry and
Performing Arts Center. The ceremony opened with Dr. Hank Kelly, Provost at
CIRCLEVILLE, OHIO—Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society
in Education, is pleased to announce that 28 preservice educators have been
invited and inducted into its membership through the Alpha
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
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Archived Articles of Interest
Faculty Profile: Dr. Jeanne R. Bruce Joins Teacher Education Department
Published: November 1, 2018
Dr. Jeanne R. Bruce, who recently joined Ohio Christian University’s
Teacher Education Department, creates positive environments where students
thrive and succeed. Experienced in applying strategies for success in
teaching, she is well-versed in classroom management, online instruction, and
student support.
Recognized for her communication and relationship-building skills, Professor
Bruce teaches a spectrum of courses, including Educational Psychology, Math
Methods, Cultures of Children, Instructional Strategies for Adolescents and
Young Adults, Fundamentals of Communication, and
Dr. Jeanne R. Bruce, who recently joined Ohio Christian University’s
Teacher Education Department, creates positive environments where students
thrive and succeed. Experienced in applying strategies for success in
teaching, she is well-versed in classroom management, online instruction, and
student support.
Recognized for her communication and relationship-building skills, Professor
Bruce
Dr. Jeanne R. Bruce, who recently joined Ohio Christian University’s
Teacher Education Department, creates positive environments where students
thrive and succeed. Experienced in applying
Writing Center Success Highlighted at Conference for Writing Program Administrators
Published: October 8, 2018
English Professor Krista Stonerock, Writing Center Director at Ohio Christian
University (OCU), recently presented “Connecting the University Writing
Center to the First-Year Experience” at the Conference for Writing Program
Administrators in Sacramento, California.
Dr. Stonerock described how the OCU Writing Center serves as a critical
resource for at-risk students during their first year at the
university. Citing reflective logs of peer tutors and surveys of first-year
students that illuminate the concerns and successes of the Writing Center,
she described how the center is poised
English Professor Krista Stonerock, Writing Center Director at Ohio Christian
University (OCU), recently presented “Connecting the University Writing
Center to the First-Year Experience” at the Conference for Writing Program
Administrators in Sacramento, California.
Dr. Stonerock described how the OCU Writing Center serves as a critical
resource for at-risk students during their first year
English Professor Krista Stonerock, Writing Center Director at Ohio Christian
University (OCU), recently presented “Connecting the University Writing
Center to the First-Year Experience” at the
Summer Adventures into Central Ohio History
Published: September 14, 2018
By Amber Ginter, ‘19
Every summer, Ohio Christian University offers monthly on-campus and online
courses ranging from Math Systems to Music Fundamentals, Psychology, and Ohio
History. The courses carry college credit and exciting field adventures.
In teaching central Ohio history, Professor Michael Burchett provides
hands-on activities. Most students are teacher education majors, interested
in local history for creating more effective and interactive lessons.
Trips to Logan's Elm, Adena Mansion and Gardens, The Ohio History Connection,
and Tecumseh bring the subject to life, and the
By Amber Ginter, ‘19
Every summer, Ohio Christian University offers monthly on-campus and online
courses ranging from Math Systems to Music Fundamentals, Psychology, and Ohio
History. The courses carry college credit and exciting field adventures.
In teaching central Ohio history, Professor Michael Burchett provides
hands-on activities. Most students are teacher education majors, interested
By Amber Ginter, ‘19
Every summer, Ohio Christian University offers monthly on-campus and online
courses ranging from Math Systems to Music Fundamentals, Psychology, and Ohio
History. The courses
Professor Scott Barr: Fruits of Summer Labor
Published: September 14, 2018
By Amber Ginter ‘19
English Professor Scott Barr, after over four decades of teaching, is no
stranger to being productive during Central Ohio's long, hot summers.
Investing in summer projects this year, Barr found his activities refreshing
and fruitful.
In May, Barr became lead writer for Ohio Christian University’s (OCU)
accreditation report for the Higher Learning Commission. In preparing for the
Commission’s 2019 visit, he is examining all aspects of OCU’s
effectiveness. Barr met with the audit preparation team to discuss five main
areas within 21 sub-components. These included
By Amber Ginter ‘19
English Professor Scott Barr, after over four decades of teaching, is no
stranger to being productive during Central Ohio's long, hot summers.
Investing in summer projects this year, Barr found his activities refreshing
and fruitful.
In May, Barr became lead writer for Ohio Christian University’s (OCU)
accreditation report for the Higher Learning Commission. In preparing
By Amber Ginter ‘19
English Professor Scott Barr, after over four decades of teaching, is no
stranger to being productive during Central Ohio's long, hot summers.
Investing in summer projects this
Secretary of State Husted Shares Plan to Innovate and Invest
Published: September 10, 2018
Secretary of State Jon A. Husted met with Ohio Christian University (OCU),
Circleville, and Pickaway County officials at the Robert W. Plaster Free
Enterprise Center to discuss Attorney General Mike DeWine’s and his “Ohio
Prosperity Plan” that they will implement if elected Ohio Governor and Lt.
Governor.
The Plan provides for training to give Ohioans 21st-century technology job
skills through funding completion of 10,000 training certificates for skills
such as basic computer software coding and data analytics. Short courses will
cost around $600 each, offered by the likes of the
Secretary of State Jon A. Husted met with Ohio Christian University (OCU),
Circleville, and Pickaway County officials at the Robert W. Plaster Free
Enterprise Center to discuss Attorney General Mike DeWine’s and his “Ohio
Prosperity Plan” that they will implement if elected Ohio Governor and Lt.
Governor.
The Plan provides for training to give Ohioans 21st-century technology job
skills
Secretary of State Jon A. Husted met with Ohio Christian University (OCU),
Circleville, and Pickaway County officials at the Robert W. Plaster Free
Enterprise Center to discuss Attorney General
