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Tickets Now on Sale to Hear John C. Maxwell at OBU’s Green and Gold Gala
November 1, 2024
John C. Maxwell, #1 New York Times bestselling author, world-renowned speaker, leadership expert and founder of Maxwell Leadership, will be the keynote speaker at Oklahoma Baptist University’s 10th Green and Gold Gala on April 1, 2025…
OBU Theatre Presents “HOPE, a New Works Festival”
October 30, 2024
OBU’s Theatre Department is set to premiere “HOPE, a New Works Festival,” a unique collection of student-written plays inspired by the Lynn Institute’s research on The Science of Hope. This festival,…
Students of OBU’s Henry F. McCabe Family School of Education Bring History to Life
October 28, 2024
Oklahoma Baptist University hosted an interactive social studies museum for local fifth-grade students on Oct. 25, at the Geiger Center on OBU’s campus in Shawnee. This semester’s theme, “The Westward Movement: A…
OBU Announces Special Olympics Unified College Program
October 24, 2024
A kickoff event celebrating a new partnership between OBU and Special Olympics Oklahoma creating OBU's Special Olympics Unified College program will be held on Oct. 29 from 7:30 to 8 p.m. at the OBU Recreation and Wellness Center. Preceding the…
OBU School of Education Offering a November 12 “Discover Teaching” Event for High School Students
October 22, 2024
OBU’s “Discover Teaching” event isn’t just about a profession, it’s about people – students. The Henry F. McCabe Family School of Education’s gathering for ninth through…
2024 OBU Women of Vision Select Annual Project During Meeting Oct. 17
October 22, 2024
The OBU Women of Vision held their annual meeting and dinner on Oct. 17 in the backyard of the Cargill Advancement and Alumni Center on the OBU campus in Shawnee. With 140 women in attendance, the event was held to generate support and…
Campus Construction Updates
October 21, 2024
As we head into fall, we wanted to take a moment to provide the OBU community with updates on several construction projects happening around campus.
Alumni Honored During 2024 OBU Harvest Dinner
October 21, 2024
OBU recognized outstanding alumni with special awards during its annual Harvest Dinner on Friday, Oct. 18. The event occurred during The Weekend, the University’s homecoming celebration at OBU’s campus in Shawnee. Multiple…
OBU Crowns Harvest Court During Homecoming Halftime Oct. 19
October 19, 2024
OBU announced the 2024 Harvest Court winners during halftime of its Oct. 19 football game against Southwestern Oklahoma State University. The game kicked off at 6 p.m. inside Crain Family Stadium at the Hurt Complex. The events took place…
OBU President Announces Launch of “Shape the Future” Campaign
October 18, 2024
OBU officially launched the ambitious “Shape the Future” campaign during a well-attended public kickoff event at The Weekend celebration, marking a pivotal moment in the university’s storied history. With…
OBU Harvest Court Candidates Announced
October 16, 2024
The 2024 OBU Harvest Court candidates were recently announced. The senior men and women will be recognized during the annual Harvest Court ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 19, at halftime of the Bison football game against Southwestern Oklahoma State…
OBU Faculty Hall of Fame Induction Honors Legacy of Excellence during The Weekend on Oct. 18
October 15, 2024
OBU will honor two esteemed faculty members during the 2024 Faculty Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Oct. 18 during The Weekend. This year's inductees, Dr. James Woodward and Dr. Norris Russell are being recognized for their profound impact…