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OBU Students Named to Honor Roll
January 21, 2026
Oklahoma Baptist University recently announced students named to the university’s academic honor roll for the fall 2025 semester. To qualify for the President’s Honor Roll, a student must have completed at least 12 semester…
Adding to history, shaping the future: OBU students return to Shawnee Hall
January 14, 2026
The sounds were familiar, but the moment was historic. Students were talking in the corridors, classroom doors were opening and professors were settling in to teach. But on this day, history met the future. For the first time since April 19,…
OBU Theatre to Host 24-Hour Theatre Fundraiser Jan. 24
January 13, 2026
OBU Theatre will present its spring 24-Hour Theatre Fundraiser on Saturday, January 24, featuring original student-produced short plays created and staged in just one day. Tickets are $1 at the door. Performances will begin at 6 p.m. Proceeds…
Nominations Sought for the Walter O. Mason, Jr. Kingdom Diversity Hall of Fame Award
January 9, 2026
OBU is continuing its new tradition of recognizing and honoring individuals whose lives are dedicated to promoting and advancing Kingdom diversity, rooted in the biblical value of people from every nation, tribe, people and language, as…
From Raley Chapel to Leadership: The OBU Moment That Redirected Jonathan Pickett’s Life
December 18, 2025
It happened in Raley Chapel. Sitting in the iconic sanctuary on commencement day in May 1999, Jonathan Pickett listened as S. Truett Cathy, the founder of Chick-fil-A, Inc., delivered the address to OBU graduates. Pickett remembers the moment…
From Lab to Launch, OBU’s Engineering Students Excel in Drone Challenge
December 16, 2025
On a snowy December day, the OBU Engineering Program launched its annual drone competition, bringing energy and innovation to the frozen soccer fields on campus. Forty-five students across nine teams tested their custom-built drones in a…
OBU Celebrates Winter Commencement; Loughridge Delivers Address
December 13, 2025
OBU conferred degrees during Winter Commencement on Dec. 13, 2025, at 2 p.m. in the Recreation and Wellness Center (RAWC) on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. The ceremony marked the first OBU commencement held on campus since the April 2023…
Campus Construction Updates
December 10, 2025
Hello Bison Nation, Here’s the latest on OBU’s ongoing construction projects and campus enhancements, including updates for Thurmond Hall, Raley Chapel, solar panel installation, Montgomery Hall, and campus tree planting.…
OBU to Honor Graduates During Winter Commencement
December 10, 2025
OBU will confer degrees upon undergraduate and graduate students during Winter Commencement at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Recreation and Wellness Center (RAWC) on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. A live stream will be available for…
OBU President Dr. Heath A. Thomas and Co-Provost Dr. Matthew Emerson Earn Prestigious Book of the Year Honors
December 5, 2025
Reflecting OBU’s commitment to shaping thoughtful Christian scholars, the Southwestern Journal of Theology has recognized two books, each co-authored separately by OBU President Dr. Heath A. Thomas and Co-Provost Dr. Matthew Emerson,…
Dr. Jeff Paul Named Dean of Traditional Undergraduate Education at OBU
December 5, 2025
OBU has announced the appointment of OBU alumnus Dr. Jeff Paul as dean of traditional undergraduate education, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The dean of traditional undergraduate education serves as the academic leader for OBU’s residential…
OBU to Celebrate Annual Hanging of the Green on December 6
November 21, 2025
The OBU Division of Music will present the annual Hanging of the Green Christmas event themed “Comfort and Joy” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, in the Recreation and Wellness Center on the OBU campus in Shawnee. Advanced…