Oak Love

An old wives’ tale on campus is that if you kiss someone under the well, you will marry that person one day.  Whether that is true or not, only the well knows for sure.  But we know that many people attend OCU and meet the love of their lives. We asked alums and current students…

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OCU Appoints Dr. Cathy Robb to Provost

Dr. Cathy Robb

After a nationwide search, Dr. Cathy Robb has been named Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Oakland City University.  President Ron D. Dempsey announced her appointment at an assembly of faculty members earlier this month.  Dempsey stated, “Dr. Cathy Robb has been an inspiring educator and leader since she stepped onto the campus…

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Homecoming 2024

MR. & Mrs. OCU 2024

On Saturday, January 13th, Oakland City hosted the inaugural homecoming ceremony. The court was made up of students who were nominated by coaches, faculty and staff. These students were nominated based off being a well-rounded individual who makes the campus a brighter place.  The women that were nominated: Abby Mathany, Hannah Wissel, Jolea Kennedy, Marta…

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Staff Christmas Party

On December 8th, the staff got together for the annual Christmas party. The afternoon was full of laughter, good food, and fun games. The offices were closed for two hours while everyone enjoyed themselves with fellow co-workers. The celebration took place in the cafeteria which is in The Student Life Center. Sanders Catering in Jasper…

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Save the Date for Homecoming

Come one, come all to the 2024 Mighty Oaks Homecoming! January 13th 2024 will be the inaugural homecoming event at Oakland City University. The day will consist of crowning of the next Mr. and Mrs. OCU, Hall of Fame induction, Alumni VIP Room, and more. The women tip off at 1PM CST and the men…

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2023 Health Fair in Review

The annual Health & Wellness Event took place at OCU on October 31st in the Johnson Center. Local health and medical vendors lined the floor of the gym to hand out items and educational information regarding healthy lifestyles and medical resources to our students and faculty/staff. From orthopedics, health care coverage, vaccinations, crisis help resources,…

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