November 2014 Stories and Features
OBU Music Preparatory Choirs to Present Christmas Concert Dec. 7
November 25, 2014
The Music Preparatory Department Choirs at Oklahoma Baptist University will present a Christmas Concert Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. in Raley Chapel's Potter Auditorium. Three choirs will be performing, including the Discovery Singers, Shawnee…
Dilbeck to Bring OBU Winter Commencement Address Dec. 12
November 25, 2014
Oklahoma Baptist University alumnus and newly elected president of the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma, Dr. Hance Dilbeck, will present OBU's Winter Commencement address during the 2 p.m. graduation ceremony Friday, Dec. 12, in Raley…
OBU to Present 77th Hanging of the Green Dec. 6
November 25, 2014
OBU will present its 77th annual Hanging of the Green Christmas program Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel's Potter Auditorium. The community is invited to attend the celebration, titled "The Many Moods of Christmas." The first OBU…
OBU Hosts Area Fifth Graders for Interactive Children's Museum
November 21, 2014
OBU teacher education students hosted OBU's biannual interactive children's museum Nov. 21 on the OBU campus in Shawnee. This semester's edition was titled "Birth of a Nation: A Historical Study from Early Settlers to Post Revolutionary War."…
Trimble and Hively Join Development Staff
November 20, 2014
OBU's Office of University Advancement recently welcomed Josh Trimble and Jim Hively as directors of development. In these roles, Trimble and Hively will be responsible for leading and directing regional development within campaigns as well as…
Band Spectacular Concert Set for Nov. 20
November 19, 2014
OBU will host the 2014 Band Spectacular concert this Thursday, Nov. 20. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel's Potter Auditorium located on the OBU campus in Shawnee. The public is invited to attend the free show. The Bison Brigade…
Former SBC President Luter Addresses Chapel Service
November 19, 2014
Dr. Fred Luter, Jr., senior pastor of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, Louisiana, delivered the chapel message at Oklahoma Baptist University Wednesday, Nov. 19, in Raley Chapel's Potter Auditorium. He preached from Romans…
OBU Named Top 10 in Lowest Debt Burden
November 18, 2014
OBU recently ranked seventh nationally on a list of "50 Christian Colleges with the Lowest Debt Burden." In an article published on www.christianuniversitiesonline.org, an independent resource informing prospective students and their families…
Francis to Share Record Setting Entrepreneurship Tips at Business Forum Nov. 21
November 18, 2014
Katie Francis, a 12-year-old record-setting girl scout from Oklahoma City, will deliver OBU's Business Forum Lecture Friday, Nov. 21, at 10 a.m. She holds the national record in Girl Scout cookie sales, having sold 21,477 boxes during the 2014…
OBU Announces Max Brattin Fine Arts Endowment Fund
November 17, 2014
The OBU Office of University Advancement recently announced the establishment of the Max Brattin Fine Arts Endowment Fund. Brattin, professor emeritus of economics at OBU, established the endowment as part of his estate. The endowment will fund…
Students Place Second at Oklahoma Ethics Competition
November 14, 2014
Sixteen OBU students competed in the Oklahoma Ethics Bowl Statewide Student Ethics Challenge. The competition was held Saturday, Nov. 1, at Rose State College in Midwest City, Oklahoma. Pictured, left to right: Dr. Rich Rudebock, professor of…
Former SBC President Luter to Lead Chapel
November 11, 2014
Dr. Fred Luter Jr., senior pastor of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, Louisiana, will bring the OBU chapel message Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 10 a.m. The event will take place in Raley Chapel's Potter Auditorium. Luter will continue…
OBU Offers Guaranteed Financial Award for All Incoming Freshmen
November 10, 2014
OBU is offering all incoming freshman a guaranteed financial award. This new initiative will guarantee all entering freshman, beginning fall 2015, a minimum financial award, making an already affordable OBU degree within reach for even more…
Binkowski to Bring Business Forum Lecture Nov. 21
November 10, 2014
Susan Binkowski, CEO and founder of Esperanza Real Estate Investments, LLC, will deliver OBU's Business Forum Lecture Friday, Nov. 21, at 10 a.m. The event will be held in the Tulsa Royalties Auditorium in Bailey Business Center on the OBU…
OBU Announces 2014 Harvest Court Winners
November 8, 2014
OBU announced winners of the 2014 Harvest Court Saturday, Nov. 8, during halftime of the OBU Bison football game versus Bacone College. The event was part of OBU's homecoming celebration happening on campus throughout the weekend. Pictured…
McElroy Honored for 25 Years as OBU Cheer Coach
November 8, 2014
Dr. Linda McElroy was honored Saturday, Nov. 8, for 25 years as cheerleading coach at Oklahoma Baptist University. A reception was held in the Mabee Suite in the Noble Complex on the OBU campus in Shawnee, during homecoming festivities. No…
Bisonettes Host 60th Anniversary Reunion Concert with 140 Voice Choir
November 8, 2014
Since 1954, the Bisonettes, OBU's Women's Glee Club, have featured talented vocalists from all over the world. This year, the group celebrated their 60th anniversary with "An Enduring Joyful Noise," a reunion concert held Saturday, Nov. 8, in…
Timberlake Receives Honorary Doctorate During Fine Arts Musical Gala
November 7, 2014
OBU conferred an Honorary Doctor of Music to Kathryne O'Bryan Timberlake Friday evening, Nov. 7, during the annual Fine Arts Musical Gala in Raley Chapel's Potter Auditorium. The event featured OBU students and alumni performing in concert…
Alumni Gather for Homecoming Worship in Stubblefield Chapel
November 7, 2014
OBU held a time of worship on campus in Stubblefield Chapel Friday, Nov. 7, during OBU's homecoming festivities. A capacity crowd of over 100 alumni and friends filled the historic chapel. The included different aspects of worship, such as…
OBU Recognizes Outstanding Alumni During Homecoming Festivities
November 7, 2014
OBU recognized outstanding alumni during the annual Harvest Dinner Friday, Nov. 7. The event took place during homecoming festivities on the OBU campus. The OBU Alumni Association recognized two Alumni Achievement Award winners at the annual…
Music Faculty to Present Recital Nov. 13 Featuring Eight-Hands on Piano
November 6, 2014
Current and retired piano faculty at OBU will present the annual Keyboard Academy Recital Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel's Yarborough Auditorium. The community is invited to attend the free recital. Performers include Dr. Ron Lewis,…
Meador, Pastor of FBC Euless, Addresses Chapel Nov. 5
November 5, 2014
John Meador, pastor of First Baptist Church of Euless, Texas, spoke during chapel services at Oklahoma Baptist University Wednesday, Nov. 5. Meador spoke on the "Parable of the Widow and Unjust Judge" from Luke 18:1-8. The theme of his message…
Homecoming Worship Fri. Nov. 7 at Stubblefield Chapel
November 4, 2014
OBU will hold a time of worship at Stubblefield Chapel this Friday, Nov. 7 at 1:30 p.m. The event is part of OBU's homecoming festivities Nov. 6-8. Stubblefield Chapel is located on the south side of University St. on the OBU campus in…
"A Salute to Veterans" Concert Nov. 11
November 3, 2014
OBU will host a special Veteran's Day event Tuesday evening, Nov. 11. The concert titled, "A Salute to Veterans," begins at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel's Yarborough Auditorium. The recital will trace American history through the music that was…
OBU to Present Annual Music Theatre Scenes Program Nov. 21-22
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November 14, 2014 OBU's Music Theatre I class will present the annual Music Theatre Scenes program, titled "An Evening of Introductions." The event takes place Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21-22, at 7:30 p.m. in Raley Chapel's Yarborough…