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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Alumni Board Vacancies

passion led us here

Since 2022, the OCU Alumni Board has re-emerged as an active organization promoting alumni events throughout the year. Alumni Board members plan and promote events like the Homecoming gathering and the Alumni Luncheon and serve as hosts in the President’s Tent at football games.  The Alumni Board also works on events for campus and looks…

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OCU Students, Faculty, Staff on Break

Celebrating this Christian holiday season and properly replenishing one’s energies, OCU has structured Winter Break for students, faculty, and staff to spend time with their families and friends and reflect on 2023 before starting 2024 anew.    Starting Wednesday, December 13, the offices, and classrooms will be closed.  Some exceptions apply to faculty members who will…

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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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Embracing the Digital Era

QR Codes for Viewbook

To keep up with an increasingly digital landscape, the admissions office has gone digital with its ever-present college fair staple- the viewbook. This new, innovative tool will offer a myriad of benefits and a fresh perspective for both prospective students and our cherished alumni. With a new modern spin and a fun digital flair, you…

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First Responder Appreciation at Football Game

First Responders with Oakie

On October 28th, 2023 The final home football game for the Mighty Oaks took place at Wood Memorial High School in Oakland City. The GameDay Experience was dedicated to our local first responders. Many fun activities took place including exploring fire trucks, a fire safety smokehouse, and a rock-climbing wall. All local first responders were…

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New Campus Store Merch

OCU Campus Store Merch

The OCU campus store is geared up with all the newest football swag.  We have added lots of new items to support our team.  We have custom jerseys, rally towels, foam fingers, and more.  The newest addition to our line-up is mini helmets.  These tiny replica helmets will make great gifts for all the football…

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What’s New in the Campus Store

Campus store merch

The OCU campus store is geared up with all the newest football swag.  We have added lots of new items to support our team.  We have custom jerseys, rally towels, foam fingers, and more. The newest addition to our line-up is mini helmets.  These tiny replica helmets will make great gifts for all the football…

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