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115 years strong! In 1910, our charter vowed "to encourage, support, provide, and maintain Christian education." Today, OBU equips future shapers to live all of life for Jesus—and with the Shape the Future Campaign, we’re investing in what’s next. Join us in this mission:

115 years strong! In 1910, our charter vowed "to encourage, support, provide, and maintain Christian education." Today, OBU equips future shapers to live all of life for Jesus—and with the Shape the Future Campaign, we’re investing in what’s next.

Join us in this mission:
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This week’s Senior Spotlight is Ryleigh Andrews, a passionate musician and worship leader whose time at OBU has been shaped by deep friendships and faith. One of Ryleigh’s most cherished experiences was leading worship during her junior year’s first Canterbury service in

This week’s Senior Spotlight is Ryleigh Andrews, a passionate musician and worship leader whose time at OBU has been shaped by deep friendships and faith.

One of Ryleigh’s most cherished experiences was leading worship during her junior year’s first Canterbury service in
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"If you want to be anonymous in class, OBU is not for you." On the latest All of Life Podcast, we talk small class sizes, big dreams, and what it takes to master your craft. Listen now: okbu.cc/3BZEcQL #ShapeTheFuture #OBU

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Friends, we’re launching an M.Div. at Hobbs School of Theology and Ministry @ OBU and OBU! 72 hours in person or online, plus a 5-year BA/MDiv program. Affordable, flexible, comprehensive, no fluff. This coincides with a revamp of our undergraduate programs into a new core degree: B.A. Theology & Ministry.

Friends, we’re launching an M.Div. at <a href="/HobbsOBU/">Hobbs School of Theology and Ministry @ OBU</a> and <a href="/obunews/">OBU</a>!

72 hours in person or online, plus a 5-year BA/MDiv program. Affordable, flexible, comprehensive, no fluff.

This coincides with a revamp of our undergraduate programs into a new core degree: B.A. Theology &amp; Ministry.
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BIG news! OBU is launching a Master of Divinity (MDiv) in Summer 2025. In-person, online, and 5-year BA/MDiv options available! Ready to shape the future of ministry? Learn more: okbu.cc/418Yv78 #FaithForward #FutureShapers

BIG news! OBU is launching a Master of Divinity (MDiv) in Summer 2025. In-person, online, and 5-year BA/MDiv options available! Ready to shape the future of ministry? Learn more: okbu.cc/418Yv78

#FaithForward #FutureShapers
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OBU Engineering is growing! A $300K investment from Pottawatomie County will fund new equipment and facility upgrades—helping students get hands-on experience for careers in Oklahoma and beyond. #OBUEngineering Read more: okbu.cc/3XjSjIi

OBU Engineering is growing! A $300K investment from Pottawatomie County will fund new equipment and facility upgrades—helping students get hands-on experience for careers in Oklahoma and beyond. #OBUEngineering

Read more:
okbu.cc/3XjSjIi
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How should Christians think about justice? Trial lawyer & author Matthew Martens is coming to OBU on March 28 to explore the intersection of faith & law. Join us at 4 p.m. in Stavros Hall! #FaithAndJustice Read more: okbu.cc/3XjoCHG

How should Christians think about justice? Trial lawyer &amp; author Matthew Martens is coming to OBU on March 28 to explore the intersection of faith &amp; law. Join us at 4 p.m. in Stavros Hall! #FaithAndJustice

Read more:
okbu.cc/3XjoCHG
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Save the Date for Heartland Worship Conference 2025! Join us on September 26–27, 2025 at Together We Church in Yukon, OK, for a gathering of Heartland artists, ministry leaders, musicians, and experience designers. One weekend to energize your calling! Refresh your spirit,

Save the Date for Heartland Worship Conference 2025!

Join us on September 26–27, 2025 at Together We Church in Yukon, OK, for a gathering of Heartland artists, ministry leaders, musicians, and experience designers.

One weekend to energize your calling! Refresh your spirit,
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We're a little more than a day away from our quarterfinal matchup with Henderson State. Have a read with our GAC Tournament Preview âŹ‡ïž #OnToVictory obubison.com/news/2025/3/6/


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It's National Employee Appreciation Day! Today, we pause to recognize and celebrate our incredible employees whose dedication and hard work contribute to the success of OBU. Thank you to all of our employees for everything you do!

It's National Employee Appreciation Day! Today, we pause to recognize and celebrate our incredible employees whose dedication and hard work contribute to the success of OBU. Thank you to all of our employees for everything you do!
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OBU was honored to host an incredible OKC Bison Connections event featuring Kari Watkins, CEO & President of the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum. In a powerful conversation led by Bryan Painter, Kari shared how hope and resilience emerged from the darkness of the April

OBU was honored to host an incredible OKC Bison Connections event featuring Kari Watkins, CEO &amp; President of the Oklahoma City National Memorial &amp; Museum.

In a powerful conversation led by Bryan Painter, Kari shared how hope and resilience emerged from the darkness of the April
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Old Testament professors: the newest volume in our ‘Reading Christian Scripture’ series is out, and it’s all about the Old Testament! If you’re looking for a new survey of the OT, check out what this book has to offer and request an exam copy here: bakeracademic.com/p/Reading-the-


Old Testament professors: the newest volume in our ‘Reading Christian Scripture’ series is out, and it’s all about the Old Testament! 
If you’re looking for a new survey of the OT, check out what this book has to offer and request an exam copy here: bakeracademic.com/p/Reading-the-

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Tickets sold out for OBU’s 10th Green and Gold Gala on April 1, 2025. Thank you for your incredible support! Learn more about how you can still get involved: okbu.cc/4hOR1Na

Tickets sold out for OBU’s 10th Green and Gold Gala on April 1, 2025. Thank you for your incredible support!

Learn more about how you can still get involved:
okbu.cc/4hOR1Na
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Empower generosity that goes beyond the ordinary. Instead of asking “How much is enough?”, step into the legacy of giving—just as Jesus modeled. This #OBUGivingDay, we’re not checking boxes—we’re pushing boundaries. Whether you’re an alumnus, friend, or staff member, your gift

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MORE GOOD NEWS FOR GIVING DAY! Another generous donor has stepped up with a $4,500 gift to keep the momentum going! This 1:1 match (up to $250 per donor) is on the table through the weekend—but only if we extend Giving Day! That means more time to give, more time to double your

MORE GOOD NEWS FOR GIVING DAY! Another generous donor has stepped up with a $4,500 gift to keep the momentum going! This 1:1 match (up to $250 per donor) is on the table through the weekend—but only if we extend Giving Day! That means more time to give, more time to double your
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OBU Theatre took home three national awards at the Kennedy Center Festival for “Dreamers,” an original musical written by student Elena Streett. Learn more: okbu.cc/3FqiWFP

OBU Theatre took home three national awards at the Kennedy Center Festival for “Dreamers,” an original musical written by student Elena Streett.

Learn more:
okbu.cc/3FqiWFP
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The Shape the Future campaign is more than a vision—it’s a movement. And the All of Life Podcast is where you’ll hear it in action. 🎧 Start listening now: okbu.cc/4dA5xYn #ShapeTheFuture #OBUStories #FaithInAction

The Shape the Future campaign is more than a vision—it’s a movement.
And the All of Life Podcast is where you’ll hear it in action.

🎧 Start listening now: okbu.cc/4dA5xYn

#ShapeTheFuture #OBUStories #FaithInAction
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An unforgettable evening connecting with friends and sharing stories at AT&T Stadium. Over 700 alumni, friends and prospective students joined this event thanks to our partnership with Oklahoma Baptist and WatersEdge. Thank you to everyone who joined us—your presence made it

An unforgettable evening connecting with friends and sharing stories at AT&amp;T Stadium. Over 700 alumni, friends and prospective students joined this event thanks to our partnership with Oklahoma Baptist and WatersEdge. Thank you to everyone who joined us—your presence made it