History & Traditions

On the first day of the first full week of classes each fall semester, the OC campus family comes together in The Nest for First Chapel. Faculty enters dressed in full academic regalia illustrating the gravity of academic responsibility. The university president inspires all of campus to the highest levels of accomplishment and encourages students in the new year.

During Monday chapel in Baugh Auditorium, students and employees sing the Alma Mater together, celebrating the university where they work and learn. "Hail to Oklahoma Christian," written by Dr. Harold Fletcher, a founding leader and professor, is a song imprinted on the hearts of thousands of OC alumni.

Spring Sing highlights OC’s annual Spring Visit weekend, which brings hundreds of students and alumni from around the globe to campus. One of OC's biggest events, Spring Sing is a student-run production with themed musical performances. Hosts and hostesses also perform backed by a live band.

OC family is welcomed home for homecoming. Alumni and students reunite for food, a parade, a musical and basketball games! Reunion groups gather across campus, academic departments celebrate alumni achievements and the university honors alumni at a formal banquet. Join the fun the 1st weekend in November.