Posts by James Wilder
Scholarship for Oaks
Imagine being part of an effort to provide financial assistance that will challenge a generation of students and inspire them for the rest of their lives. For 139 years, Oakland City has ignited a passion for learning that alums believe has lasted a lifetime. Participating in the Scholarships for Oaks Campaign ensures that deserving students…
Read MorePresident’s Convocation
On Tuesday, August 13th, Oakland City University held the annual fall convocation. The convocation is an assembly of members of the college community who come together to celebrate OCU’s new students’ entry into higher education. This tradition started at Oxford University in the year 1096. At exactly 11:00 am, the Bell Tower Plaza bell tolled…
Read More2024 Organization Day
As new and returning students arrived on campus, the Student Life team at Oakland City University held Organization Day. This traditional event connects new and returning students to student-run campus clubs, local businesses, churches, and other organizations. Organization Day has always been popular with the campus community due to its fun atmosphere and many free…
Read MorePassing of Rae Murray
The Oakland City University community was shaken to find out that the former first lady of OCU, Rae Murray, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024. Rae’s obituary reads as follows: Rae Arliss Murray, age 89, of Fosston, MN, passed away on Friday, April 26th, at Cornerstone Living in Fosston. A funeral service was held…
Read More2024 Honors Day
On April 24th 2024, Oakland City University hosted its annual Honors Day Ceremony. The Honors Day Ceremony is a special day for students as honorary rewards and specific scholarships are awarded to a lucky pool of recipients. The awards ceremony honored the following awards to their respective recipients: Alumni Scholarships – Dax Bailey, Gentry…
Read MoreBelltower Plaza Update
The OCU Development Team is hard at work tackling renovations to the Belltower Brick Plaza. The Development Team is excited to announce that a Brick map is coming soon to help owners locate their brick. The map will be posted on the main campus website. The Belltower Plaza boasts having sold over 450 bricks by…
Read More2024 Alumni Luncheon & Awards
The Alumni Board invites you to the annual Alumni Luncheon on Saturday, June 1st 2024 in the student life center cafeteria at 11:00 am CT. This year’s luncheon honors the classes of 1999 and 1974. All OCU/OCC alumni are invited to attend this special luncheon dedicated to our alumni. RSVP Now by May 18th by…
Read MoreHonoring Mike Atkinson
The OCU Biology Department is creating a bulletin board to honor Dr. Mike Atkinson, a professor who started his career at Oakland City College in January 1989. In May 2022, Dr. Atkinson retired and recently passed away in October 2023. He was a “constant” on the campus and in the department for which he is…
Read MoreCommunity Garden Receives Grant
Oakland City University is proud to announce the winning of a $3,000.00 community enhancement award from The Community Foundation of Gibson County. OCU will be adding new features to the Community Garden this spring. The Community Garden will be all-abuzz with winged insects known for their role in pollination; yes, you guessed it, we will…
Read MoreALICE Training on Campus
On January 4th 2024, The Oakland City University Police Department held an ALICE training session on campus. ALICE is an extensive training program that prepares participants and emergency responders on how to react and handle an active shooter situation. ALICE stands for the steps on how to react to an active shooter situation such as: …
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