May 2026 Stories and Features

OBU Launches Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

May 18, 2026

Oklahoma Baptist University has announced the launch of a Doctor of Physical Therapy program, a new graduate health care degree designed to prepare students for careers as licensed physical therapists across a variety of clinical settings. The…

OBU Celebrates Graduates During Spring Commencement on Bison Hill

May 9, 2026

Oklahoma Baptist University conferred degrees upon undergraduate and graduate students during Spring Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 9. Two ceremonies were held in the Recreation and Wellness Center on the OBU…

OBU Honors Nursing Graduates During Pinning Ceremony

May 8, 2026

OBU honored its graduating nursing class during the School of Nursing’s Pinning and Lamp Lighting Ceremony held Friday, May 8, at 2 p.m. in the Geiger Center, Rooms 219-220, on the OBU campus. Dr. Stephanie Parker, chair of the OBU…

OBU celebrates the inaugural President’s Leadership Class

May 7, 2026

OBU celebrated the successful completion of its inaugural President’s Leadership Class (PLC) recently. Twenty-two freshman students concluded the program’s eight-month journey of leadership development. Each was honored at a…

OBU to Honor Graduates During Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies

May 6, 2026

Oklahoma Baptist University will host two spring commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on campus Saturday, May 9, in the Recreation and Wellness Center. Spring commencement will return to the OBU campus after events were held off campus…

Oklahoma Baptist University to host Crash Course Conference for educators June 9

May 6, 2026

Oklahoma Baptist University will host a one-day professional development event for educators to strengthen classroom effectiveness ahead of the new school year. “The Crash Course Conference: Start Strong, Teach Stronger” is…