In the past year, Oklahoma Christian University emphasized “OC is Home” as a key theme to begin John deSteiguer’s tenure as president. This summer, more than 120 students, staff and faculty are leaving the comforts of home to serve and spread the Gospel in around 20 countries, showing that “OC is Mission,” too. “We are motivated and encouraged by the pure hearts for service that so many OC students have,” deSteiguer said. “We commend them, as ...
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Oklahoma Christian University has announced the addition of Curt Shumard, Dr. Michael Walker and Shannon Wilburn to its Board of Trustees. “We are incredibly honored to add the combined wisdom, leadership and spiritual vision of these three accomplished executives to our Board of Trustees,” OC president John deSteiguer said. “Each of them has impressive experience leading organizations through growth while excelling in their service to clients and ...
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – A photograph of Christian college students from 1929 is vying to be one of the “Top Ten Most Endangered Artifacts” in a program sponsored by the Oklahoma Cultural Heritage Trust. The 25 finalists were announced at the State Capitol on May 1 during the “May Day: Saving Oklahoma Treasures” event. The program is a campaign to raise awareness of Oklahoma’s collecting organizations that hold important items in need of preservation and care....
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Members of the Oklahoma Christian family gathered Thursday to dedicate the new “front door” of the university. Oklahoma Christian officially unveiled the Lou Phillips Welcome Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by OC board members, faculty, staff, alumni and friends. The new facility, located in the lobby of the Garvey Center, will serve as a beginning point for campus guests – including future students and parents touring the university. ...
By Mark SchlachtenhaufenCourtesy of the Edmond Sun Thursday evening, Charles Kaczorowski returned to a familiar and ultra-meaningful site. Oklahoma Christian University is the only place in the world outside of New York City to have survivor trees from the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building and the World Trade Center growing side by side. For the eighth year in a row, guests from New York have come on April 18 to commemorate the Oklahoma City bombing. For Kaczorowski, the pilgrimage to the sacred...
Inspired by Kid President, Oklahoma Christian University students are coming together Monday night in the Thelma Gaylord Forum to help raise funds for a 2-year-old overcoming liver cancer. Gabbi Cook's parents were missionaries in Peru and planned a quick visit to the U.S. in August. Unexpectedly, doctors found cancer in Gabbi's liver and her parents have had to give up their missionary calling. Luckily, Gabbi received a new liver right before Christmas, but her family has incurred numerous ...
Oklahoma Christian University students in Symphonic Band and Jazz Band will perform their annual Spring Band Concert April 7, followed by the Chamber Orchestra Concert April 14.Both concerts will begin at 2:30 p.m. in Hardeman Auditorium, located in the Garvey Center on the Oklahoma Christian campus. Admission to each performance is free.The Symphonic Band and Jazz Bands are currently traveling across Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas as part of their annual tour. The concert will feature select pieces...
Oklahoma Christian University student Abbie Kritz had an interesting experience recently after she had her wisdom teeth removed. The "Murdered My Wisdom Teeth" video of her dental adventure (above) went viral on YouTube, and she's been interviewed by ABC's Good Morning America and Jimmy Kimmel Live! Watch her interview with Jimmy Kimmel here: Here's her appearance on GMA Live!: Unfortunately your browser does not support IFrames. Abbie is a sophomore family studies major from Coffeyville, ...
More than 150 Oklahoma Christian University students spent their Spring Break serving others. Ben Langford, director of OC’s Center for Global Missions, said each of the mission opportunities gave students incredible experiences in the mission field and helped deepen their faith. “These mission projects help form students into the image of God,” Langford said. “Even though students are serving and influencing those they serve for the Kingdom of God, these projects form...
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Fifty top high school students from across the country will be chosen to participate in the General Tommy Franks Four Star Leadership summer program July 14-20 in Oklahoma City. The 50 selected students will meet with authors, politicians and global thought leaders, such as Karl Rove, former presidential adviser, author and FOX News commentator. Oklahoma Christian is the primary host for the all-inclusive program (tuition, room, board, travel and fees), which is free to...
