Lauren (Bivens) Sisley & Sam Sisley started at OCU the same year and quickly found each other. Both were in the Teacher Education - Middle Childhood program with concentrations in Social Studies and Reading/Language Arts and graduated in May 2011. They were married June 4, 2011, a month later.
Since Sam was born and raised in England, they have made many trips there to enjoy the land and culture of Sam's heritage.
Lauren was able to procure a job at Teays Valley School District in Pickaway County the summer following her graduation. If interviewing is not nerve-wracking enough, Lauren was asked to teach a lesson to the Board of Education.
Currently, Sam is employed at Metro Early College (STEM school) teaching English and History in the Middle School. He has been there since August of 2013.
In September 2012, they were blessed with an adorable daughter, Arianna Elizabeth Sisley, to add to their family. She is such a joy to them and enjoys her share of international communication and travel to visit her grandparents in England.
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Summer Institute Courses
Published: May 10, 2019
This summer, Ohio Christian University is offering summer courses that will
help K-12 and undergraduate instructors work towards a graduate degree. The
institute gives instructors the opportunity to earn degrees and gain
knowledge in a shorter period of time.
Each course lasts for six weeks and counts as three credit hours. There will
be two separate six-week terms throughout the summer. The cost of these
graduate level classes is $990 per course. There is a simple application and
approval process for the program.
The University will also be offering special topic classes that count
This summer, Ohio Christian University is offering summer courses that will
help K-12 and undergraduate instructors work towards a graduate degree. The
institute gives instructors the opportunity to earn degrees and gain
knowledge in a shorter period of time.
Each course lasts for six weeks and counts as three credit hours. There will
be two separate six-week terms throughout the summer. The
This summer, Ohio Christian University is offering summer courses that will
help K-12 and undergraduate instructors work towards a graduate degree. The
institute gives instructors the opportunity
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
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Spirit of Thanksgiving Prospers at Ohio Christian University!
Published: November 21, 2017
One OCU student, Clarissa Crowley, has taken initiative to organize a
Thanksgiving dinner and remembrance celebration for students remaining on
campus over the holiday.
Crowley plans a 'ceremonial' observance of this traditional holiday that
includes passing a thanksgiving card to each person at the table. Each
participant holding the card will describe a person, place, and experience
from the past year for which they are particularly thankful. This practice
is a Crowley family tradition. After sharing their thankfulness, the diners
will pause for prayer before enjoying the feast.
One OCU student, Clarissa Crowley, has taken initiative to organize a
Thanksgiving dinner and remembrance celebration for students remaining on
campus over the holiday.
Crowley plans a 'ceremonial' observance of this traditional holiday that
includes passing a thanksgiving card to each person at the table. Each
participant holding the card will describe a person, place, and experience
from
One OCU student, Clarissa Crowley, has taken initiative to organize a
Thanksgiving dinner and remembrance celebration for students remaining on
campus over the holiday.
Crowley plans a 'ceremonial
Student Profile: John Flaugher Charts Course to Global Ministry
Published: August 27, 2019
A senior Ministry major, John Flaugher was attracted to OCU by its
affordability and an opportunity to join its track team. He discovered OCU
through a Bible study in Springfield, Ohio led by the father of OCU
All-American soccer player Aubri Paugh who encouraged him to apply.
OCU was among several top schools that John considered. As he explains, “I
came to OCU’s main campus for an over-night stay event where I met many
students and experienced the strong community atmosphere. I quickly felt at
home and part of the ‘family’ which effected my perspective. I saw
student life
A senior Ministry major, John Flaugher was attracted to OCU by its
affordability and an opportunity to join its track team. He discovered OCU
through a Bible study in Springfield, Ohio led by the father of OCU
All-American soccer player Aubri Paugh who encouraged him to apply.
OCU was among several top schools that John considered. As he explains, “I
came to OCU’s main campus for an over-
A senior Ministry major, John Flaugher was attracted to OCU by its
affordability and an opportunity to join its track team. He discovered OCU
through a Bible study in Springfield, Ohio led by the
OCU Graduate Update - Allyson Jones
Published: October 24, 2016
Allyson is a 2016 graduate, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood
Education (PreK-3). Allyson is now a 2nd grade teacher at the International
School of Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and loving every minute of it! Allyson
completed her student teaching at IST as part of our new Student Teaching
Abroad program. IST is a private Christian school in the capitol city.
Allyson lives with other teachers and spends many of her weekends going on
exciting trips in the rainforests, waterfalls, and to the beach as well as
all the normal things like shopping and going to the movies and, of
Allyson is a 2016 graduate, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood
Education (PreK-3). Allyson is now a 2nd grade teacher at the International
School of Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and loving every minute of it! Allyson
completed her student teaching at IST as part of our new Student Teaching
Abroad program. IST is a private Christian school in the capitol city.
Allyson lives with
Allyson is a 2016 graduate, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood
Education (PreK-3). Allyson is now a 2nd grade teacher at the International
School of Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and loving
OCU Graduate Update - Justin Hamilton
Published: October 24, 2016
Justin is a 2016 graduate, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Middle Childhood
Education (grades 4-9) with concentrations in English Language Arts and
Social Studies. Justin has obtained his license and is now serving as a
substitute for all of Pickaway County, schools in Ross County, such as Unioto
and Zane Trace, and also Teays Valley School District. Aside from subbing,
Justin is working and just finished a collection of H.P. Lovecraft novels. He
has enjoyed having more time for family and his church as well. Keep up the
good work Justin!
Justin is a 2016 graduate, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Middle Childhood
Education (grades 4-9) with concentrations in English Language Arts and
Social Studies. Justin has obtained his license and is now serving as a
substitute for all of Pickaway County, schools in Ross County, such as Unioto
and Zane Trace, and also Teays Valley School District. Aside from subbing,
Justin is working and
Justin is a 2016 graduate, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Middle Childhood
Education (grades 4-9) with concentrations in English Language Arts and
Social Studies. Justin has obtained his license
Teacher Education Department Meeting
Published: October 24, 2016
The Teacher Education Department had a meeting with all students Wednesday,
October 19th. Topics on the agenda were new CAEP accreditation standards,
ideas for a TE spring trip, updates on the potential AYA programs,
information about supplies and materials that are available to them.
A survey was taken concerning student retention and degree completion.
The Teacher Education Department had a meeting with all students Wednesday,
October 19th. Topics on the agenda were new CAEP accreditation standards,
ideas for a TE spring trip, updates on the potential AYA programs,
information about supplies and materials that are available to them.
A survey was taken concerning student retention and degree completion.
The Teacher Education Department had a meeting with all students Wednesday,
October 19th. Topics on the agenda were new CAEP accreditation standards,
ideas for a TE spring trip, updates on the
