Vision - Spring 2017 by Oklahoma Christian University

ISION OC IS HOME

OC GROWS

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VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS

STUDENT PROJECT BLESSES MAN WITH ALS

IN GOOD HANDS

MILLICAN PASSES CHAIRMAN TORCH TO BREWER

DECADE OF GRATITUDE

OC, RWANDA CELEBRATE 10-YEAR PARTNERSHIP

OC IS MISSION

SPRING 2017

FROM THE

PRESIDENT

READ MORE FROM JOHN AT WWW.OC.EDU/PRESIDENT

Dear Alumni and Friends, This is an exciting time at OC. Just in the past few weeks, we had two students named among the best in the United States for their scholarship and leadership. Cody Milner was named a Newman Civic Scholar. And Parker LaMascus is OC’s first-ever student to be named a Goldwater Scholar. A few weeks ago, our aircraft design team placed fifth at an international contest. Of course, we don’t even offer Aeronautical Engineering, but we beat the University of Michigan and the University of Texas. But, who’s keeping score? The Princeton Review again honored OC’s gaming and animation program as one of the top programs in the nation. Again, I’m not keeping track, but we beat out Texas A&M, MIT, North Carolina State, Purdue, Cornell, Case Western Reserve, and the University of Tulsa. Our ethics team again placed in the top 10 nationally after winning its fifth straight state championship competing against the likes of OU and OSU. And our own Tau Sigma was named the best history chapter in the nation for the 21st straight year! Speaking of history, our annual History Speaks event in February welcomed Diane Nash, one of the foremost civil rights leaders from the turbulent 60s. And another sellout crowd packed Hardeman Auditorium to hear famous travel writer Rick Steves inspire us to experience other cultures. Current Oklahoma governor Mary Fallin and former Governor and First Lady Frank and Cathy Keating joined us at our recent Associates Gala, where we honored the Green Family of Hobby Lobby fame with the Lee Allan Smith Spirit of Oklahoma Award. We’ve been blessed to feature remarkable items from The Green Collection collection of biblical artifacts here on campus, and we’re excited to see the Greens open the magnificent new Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., this fall. Our spring commencement ceremonies gave us the chance to honor Don Millican for his 15 years of service chairing OC’s

Board of Trustees. He and his wife Donna have helped transform OC in so many positive ways, and I’m grateful they’re not going anywhere. Don will continue to serve on the board and they’ll be hanging out at this place they call home quite a bit. And home’s getting better thanks to the smashing success of our Thrive! campaign. We’re meeting needs with new academic programs. Our campus dining experience is getting a dramatic makeover with great new options like Alfredo’s, Chick-fil-A, and the new Brew coffee shop. Hartman Place. Das Millicanhaus. The Citizens Bank Finance Lab. Cail Auditorium. The Eckhart Nursing Classroom. The Ethos Spiritual Life Program. Our alumni and friends are making our students’ college life – and learning – better than ever. And we thank you. There are so many ways our students are touching and changing lives, and I hope you’re blessed by our cover story on page 12. For this competitive president, I’m proud that story tells of our students winning the Love’s Entrepreneur’s Cup statewide contest (formerly known as the Governor’s Cup) in only our second year competing! But the trophy and accolades pale in comparison to the impact these young people are making. Thanks to the heartfelt passion of one of our graduate engineering students, the help of faculty mentors, and the inspired determination of six OC undergrads, a man with ALS who’s lost the ability to speak can tell his wife, “I love you.” The eye-tracking system our very own students developed has given Carl Phelps a new lease on life, and it promises to do the same for many others down the road. This is just one example of how OC is Home for Life Changers. Thank you for changing lives in the ways God has called you. Thank you for pouring into and praying for your university. We look forward to seeing you on campus soon.

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On The Cover: OC’s VisuALS team with Carl and Janice Phelps.

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Blessings flow both ways as OC engineering and business students form bond with man with ALS.

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16 DECADE OF GRATITUDE

OC, Rwanda celebrate 10-year anniversary of higher ed partnership.

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Summary of recent highlights and accomplishments at OC.

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38 HONOR ROLL OF DONORS

Wilburn builds on OC graduate education to touch lives in Tulsa.

Comings and goings of your former classmates.

Alumni, students, and friends help “Complete Campaign” surpass fundraising goal.

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20 MORE THAN A VIRTUAL REALITY

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Q&A with past and present board chairs Don Millican and Mark Brewer.

Cutting-edge Gaming and Animation program prepares students for industry.

Former Olympian inducted into Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.

OC recognizes generous givers.

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VISION Alumni Magazine of Oklahoma Christian University (USPS 405-420) Volume 167, No. 1, Spring 2017 POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VISION Box 11000, Oklahoma City, OK 73136-1100

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Gamma Rho turned OC into a tropical paradise at the annual Homecoming Parade. Honorary Alumni Sonya and Scott Young at the Homecoming Parade. A big flock of Eagles turned out for the 2016 Homecoming Parade. 2015 Homecoming King Jake Whiteley presents the 2016 crown to Tate Plumb, standing in for winner Jonathan Juarez. Tate Plumb with 2016 Homecoming Queen Abby deSteiguer. First Lady Darla deSteiguer (left) and President John deSteiguer (right) with Distinguished Alumnus Chris Young (00), his wife Sarah (English 99), and their children. The deSteiguers with Honorary Alumni Scott and Sonya Young. The deSteiguers with Distinguished Young Alumnus Scott Filleman (05) and his wife Dara (Gallegos 05). The deSteiguers with Missions Award honorees (left to right) David Gregerson (75), Bob Wheeler (80), Linda (Leftwich 79) Wheeler, Barbara (McFarland 50) Kee, Windle Kee, Judi (Williams 76) Lashley, and Aubrie (Lashley 04) Ross.

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Monica (Baggett 06) and Ben Thompson (03) with their daughter, Evangaline. Club Penny War jars illuminated by the holiday lights. Freede Centennial Tower lit up by the annual Lighting of the Commons fireworks show. Jessica (Parker 17) and Zeth McNeal (11) with their son, Ezra. Anna (Markle 07) and Nathan McBroom (06) with their daughters, Emery and MaKinzie. (Front) Ben Thornton (06), Eleanor Maloney, Hiroka Thornton, and Joshua Thornton; (Back) Daniel Maloney (09), Tim and Karen (Carter 03) Driskill, Jason (11) and Heather (Driskill 11) Perry, and Jameson Perry. Landon (05) and Leigh (Brown 06) Cobb with their sons, Bryson and Brooklyn.

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Iota Kappa Phi captured its first-ever Spring Sing championship with its “Beauty and the Beast” show. Phi Omega Nu’s “Mulan” show captured third place. Kendall (Haliburton 17) Allen sparkled in her second Spring Sing host appearance. Delta Gamma Sigma showed to “Air” is human with its “Space Jam” show. Kappa Sigma Tau answered the call with a second-place finish as “Jokers and Riddlers” from Batman. Gamma Rho was spot on with its “101 Dalmatians” show. Psi Epsilon went big with a “Jurassic Park” theme. Spring Sing hosts Josiah Tie, Faith Fugar, Andrea Ochoa, Kendall Allen, Lane Wheeler, and Peter Miller walked down memory lane with hits from the 90s. Peter Miller did his best Weezer impression with the rockin’ “Buddy Holly.” 3

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OC’s annual “History Speaks” event welcomed civil rights pioneer Diane Nash, who co-founded the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), helped make Nashville the first southern city to desegregate lunch counters, and led one of the early Freedom Rides to protest segregation. OC’s “Ethos Presents” series brought Christian author Jen Hatmaker to campus in January to speak to two capacity crowds in Hardeman Auditorium. Popular recording artist Ben Rector played to thousands of people in the Thelma Gaylord Forum in December.

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Famed author and television host Rick Steves made a return visit to OC to give European travel tips to a full house in Hardeman Auditorium. Biblical scholar Pete Enns discussed faith and science at OC’s McGaw Lecture in April. Gabe Lyons, founder of Q Ideas, addresses the crowd at OC’s Intergenerational Faith Center Dialogues in February. Barna Group president David Kinnaman, who co-authored unChristian and Good Faith with Lyons, speaks during the IFC Dialogues. At the 2017 Associates Gala, President John deSteiguer and Lee Allan Smith present OC’s “Spirit of Oklahoma” Award to the Green family, the Christian entrepreneurs behind Hobby Lobby, Mardel, Hemispheres, and the Museum of the Bible, Left to right: Jackie Green, Steve Green, Lauren Green McAfee, Michael McAfee, Erica Green, and Derek Green. Lee Allan Smith speaks at OC’s Associates Gala in April. Dr. Heath Jones (94) and the OC Jazz Ensemble provided outstanding dinner entertainment at the Associates Gala. John and Darla deSteiguer with Charles and Jeanene Bare in the Eagle Society Reception prior to the Associates Gala.

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VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS OC STUDENT PROJECT GIVES MAN WITH ALS A LIFT IN LIFE

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For patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease), losing the ability to speak is devastating. Students at Oklahoma Christian realized the eyes are the key to giving people with ALS a voice again. A team of OC engineering students has developed VisuALS, which features eye-tracking technology and textto-speech functionality that allows patients to communicate. The project originated a few years ago when OC graduate engineering student Ash Srinivas wanted to help a friend with ALS; his friend had lost control of his voice and muscles. Ash and Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Steve Maher developed the beginnings of a prototype, and Ash’s friend provided invaluable feedback before he passed away. Several OC undergraduate engineers made the project their mission and made improvements over the next couple of years, setting the stage for a demonstration to an ALS support group in January. A man named Carl Phelps used the system for 45 minutes to audibly speak for the first time in months. The first thing he said to his wife, Janice, was “I love you.” Carl’s health had deteriorated quickly. ALS had taken away his ability to speak or eat. He was losing five pounds a week, and he desperately wanted to communicate with his loved ones. Janice implored the team to act fast. “Carl will be counting the days until he hears from you,” she said. The VisuALS software was still in development and wasn’t stable yet, but Maher encouraged the team to develop a

solution to Carl’s urgent need. “When finished, VisuALS will allow a user to e-mail, browse the web, keep a journal, control lights and sound an alarm, in addition to the text-to-speech functionality,” said OC entrepreneur-inresidence Russ McGuire (MBA 16), the team’s coach and mentor. “But all Carl

wanted was text-to-speech. Professor Maher reminded the team they had an extra eye-tracking bar, and they confirmed that Carl’s existing tablet could run the software.” In late January, the team installed the software and configured the hardware in Carl’s home in Chickasha, Oklahoma. “Carl’s lively and witty personality was able to shine through thanks to the VisuALS app, giving him the freedom to converse with us as he wished,” said Aubrey Gonzalez, a senior electrical and computer engineering major. “The visit ended in happy tears, with Carl and Janice saying a prayer for our future success in this endeavor.” Using VisuALS to “type” his thoughts, Carl said, “This literally gave me a lift in life. It was a lifesaver. I love this class and I thank God for them.” Janice said OC’s system was a timely, precious gift after Carl lost the ability to use other communication aids. “We’re just thankful for what all it can do right now, and I don’t know what we would have done without it,” Janice said.

“I’m just really grateful for OC. There are no words to tell you how much we appreciate it.” Armed with this life-changing system and an innovative business plan, OC’s students won the 2017 Love’s Entrepreneur’s Cup competition. It was yet another challenge met by the VisuALS team, comprised of Aubrey and fellow ECE majors Josh Bilello, Preston Kemp, and Tyler Sriver, plus accounting major Jevon Seaman and marketing major Kevin McGuire. “Winning first place is a testament to the hard work and dedication of these great students,” Maher said. “They met every challenge head-on, and they wouldn’t take ‘no’ for an answer. I know their work will improve the quality of life for ALS patients.” Just as multiple OC students brought VisuALS to where it is today, more students will take up the cause to take it into the future. With Russ’ guidance, Jevon and other young entrepreneurs hope to take VisuALS to market at a $3,000 price point, just a fraction of the $20,000 cost for existing systems. The business plan also features crowdfunding assistance, which will make VisuALS even more affordable and accessible to people in need. For now, though, the VisuALS system has given Carl his voice back, and he’s helped identify ways to make it better for future patients. “This relationship gave the team realworld feedback and helped a precious child of God reconnect with his family,” Russ said. By Josh Watson & Wes McKinzie (98) WATCH A VIDEO ABOUT HOW OC’S STUDENTS AND THE PHELPS HAVE BLESSED EACH OTHER. WWW.OC.EDU/VISION

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IN GOOD HANDS MILLICAN PASSES TORCH TO BREWER AFTER 15 YEARS AS OC BOARD CHAIR

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After a distinguished 15-year tenure chairing OC’s Board of Trustees, Don Millican passed the torch to Mark Brewer in April. (Read more about Don and Mark’s noteworthy accomplishments on page 28 in Vision News). As Mark moves into the chairman role and Don continues to serve as a trustee, they reflected on their board service, talked about this place we call home, and shared their hopes and dreams for OC. HOW DID YOU FIRST GET INVOLVED WITH OC? DON: When we moved to Oklahoma City in 1975, we went to church with many who either worked for OC or had graduated from OC. In 1978, Howard Leftwich asked me to teach income tax on an adjunct basis, which I did several times in the ensuing years. MARK: I was asked by Mike O’Neal at Alfred Branch’s suggestion to join the board. I think I had only been on the campus two or three times prior to that first conversation. WHAT SKILLS FROM YOUR CAREER DO YOU LEAN ON MOST AS A TRUSTEE? DON: Edwin Friedman coined a term called “non-anxious presence.” His point was that a key element of leadership is a calm and steady hand in the midst of turmoil, and to be visible and present during those times. In the financial world, you encounter a great deal of stress and turmoil over the years. Perhaps that experience has helped me face some difficult times on the board. MARK: Operational experiences in manufacturing and IT have helped me a lot in my thinking as a board member. Getting things done, collaboration experiences, and working across geographies, cultures and the like all have helped shape how I think about problems and opportunities at OC. WHAT SHOULD PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES? DON: I could not be more proud of the talent and energy of the members of our board – many different backgrounds and expertise, each person dedicated to the success of the school. During my tenure as chair, I encouraged open debate and celebrated non-unanimous votes. There was no rubberstamping. These dedicated servants expressed their strong and informed opinions, voices were heard, and then a vote taken. Then we all supported the decision. WHAT MOTIVATES YOUR DESIRE TO CHAMPION ETHOS AND SIMILAR STUDENT SERVICES? MARK: I think students today have it harder than when I was going to school. There is pressure to fit in, look like someone else, succeed, and do it all. It’s overwhelming. So I’m interested in services like Ethos and U!Shine and others that are here to help students find their way. WHY SHOULD STUDENTS CHOOSE OC AS THEIR COLLEGE HOME? DON: The integration of faith and learning is the most

important reason in my book. But it is also crucial for students and parents to understand that the quality of education is superior to state schools (and I went to a state school). Nothing can match having full professors teaching the majority of the undergraduate classes. MARK: I’ve come to realize the importance of an education with a Christian worldview. There are a lot of confusing and conflicting views out there; some are based on well-developed thinking, but many others are not. Having a framework to knit everything together is very much needed. Caring and concerned faculty and staff make a difference, too. Go to OC, be taught with a Christian worldview by great people, be surrounded by other good people who are trying to do the same. That is why you should go to OC. WHAT DO YOU HOPE STUDENTS TAKE AWAY FROM OC? MARK: God created this universe and stepped into it 2,000 years ago. Despite all the trouble and confusion, there is a story unfolding and there is a part to play by all of us. Getting a solid education with a Christian worldview can make all the difference in people’s lives across a lifetime. DON: A deeper and more resilient faith, a lifelong love of learning, an understanding that truth is not fragile, and an understanding that faith and academics are not incompatible. WHAT INITIAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES DO YOU HAVE AS CHAIR? MARK: I’d like to see us raise enrollment by a meaningful amount. That means: 1) new programs and services; 2) more recruiting of high school students; and 3) more services to retain those who choose to come here. I think we can do all these things. WHAT MUST OC REMAIN COMMITTED TO MOVING FORWARD? DON: I often say the world does not need another secular liberal arts university. There are plenty of those. What the Dying of the Light (Burtchaell) and Quality with Soul (Benne) tell us is that a series of small decisions made over time pave the way from faith-based education to relativism to secularism. They tell us we must think through every decision to assess what it will mean to spiritual mission 20 and 30 years from now, together with decisions already made and those that may be made later as a result of the decision at hand. WHAT IS YOUR DREAM FOR OC? MARK: I’d like for OC to be a destination school where we are recognized in the United States as a great university with great academic teaching within a solid Christian worldview. DON: I believe it is possible for OC to be the absolute best in the country at integrating faith with learning. That does not mean we have learning, then have spiritual activities separately. It means we become the best at teaching academics within a Christian worldview. There is no reason we can’t claim that flag. No one else has claimed it.

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TEN YEARS OF GRATITUDE OC, RWANDA CELEBRATE PARTNERSHIP, COMMIT TO SERVING MORE STUDENTS

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Kagame praised OC’s alumni for working hard despite some Paul Kagame hailed the decade-long partnership between of their struggles to catch up academically and linguistically. Rwanda and Oklahoma Christian, terming it a valuable lesson Their success, he said, was more than an individual feat as it on the power of human relationships and shared values to has opened doors for more beneficiaries in the country and is drive change and sustain ambitions. set to further benefit more people. The Rwandan president spoke at a recent dinner reception “It is important to understand how crucial this is in our in Rwanda celebrating the 10-year partnership with OC. The country’s context. Success is never just about the individual dinner was also attended by First Lady Jeanette Kagame. The who achieves it. When each of us performs at our best, we Kagames are both honorary OC alumni. create new possibilities for others that may not otherwise exist. President Kagame called the 10-year partnership one of the By showing that Rwandans could not only compete but excel, most meaningful and productive Rwanda has enjoyed with a you showed that opportunities you enjoyed would multiply higher learning institution around the world. and continue to be available in the future,” he said. “The relationship with Oklahoma Christian University is without doubt among Going forward, the most productive and Kagame said the meaningful that we enjoy government would with institutions of higher do its best to ensure learning around the the partnership’s world,” Kagame said. “In productivity. our view, that strength “The story is a valuable comes from the shared lesson on the power of character traits and human relationships positive mindsets that we and shared values to recognized in each other drive change and sustain from the onset and which ambitions,” he said. “One (Left) Rwandan President Paul Kagame addresses the crowd at the celebration of we seek to instill in our Rwanda’s 10-year partnership with Oklahoma Christian. (Above) President Kagame and of the traits we share is young people.” First Lady Jeanette Kagame flanked by OC President and First Lady John and Darla tenacity in the traits of deSteiguer and former OC President and First Lady Mike and Nancy O’Neal. They are Over the 10-year joined by OC students and other Rwandan dignitaries. adversity, our respective period, 421 Rwandan experience has taught us that you can come from Rwanda, students have had access to education from OC. Out of the Oklahoma, or anywhere else and strive to be among the best. total, 201 have studied in Oklahoma City while 220 students That is why it is important for us to continue on this journey were enrolled in OC’s MBA program in Kigali, Rwanda. together for years to come.” The two parties developed close ties and partnership in 2004 O’Neal, who now serves as chancellor for the University following a visit by an OC team composed of university trustee of Rwanda, said OC’s choice of Rwanda as a partner was Richard Lawson and then-president Mike O’Neal. From the visit, university officials learned the course Rwanda informed by multiple shared traits – including resilience, was taking and devised ways to make a sustainable and longambition, and determination. term contribution. He said the university was driven to make a positive “They saw what we were trying to do in Rwanda and how contribution given the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and the Oklahoma Christian University could make a real difference. country’s zeal to progress in multiple fronts. Most importantly, they understood that our approach was He challenged OC’s alumni to put into practice their lessons fundamentally value-based, much like Oklahoma Christian’s from the institution to solve the country’s challenges and educational philosophy. It was therefore a meeting of both facilitate development both in the private and public sectors. minds and hearts and under Mike’s leadership, Oklahoma Speaking on behalf of her fellow OC alumni, Aline Kabanda, Christian took immediate action,” Kagame said. managing director of Akilah Women’s Institute, said the In 2006, OC launched a scholarship program that brought partnership had opened an opportunity for hundreds of young the first 10 Rwandan students to Oklahoma. This initial batch people to access education and serve their country. went on to build a strong bond between the country and the Graduates from the university serve across multiple fields in Oklahoma community, as they were hosted by host families. Rwanda, including ICT, management, media, creative industry, “The first Rwandans who went to Oklahoma Christian did water and sanitation health, and aviation. not just live in dormitories; they stayed with host families and By Collins Mwai, The New Times became part of a home. Over time, we saw these families had come to love their children as their own. Thank you to all of the Oklahoma family,” Kagame said.

WATCH A VIDEO TESTIMONIAL ABOUT THE OC-RWANDA PARTNERSHIP. WWW.OC.EDU/VISION

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THRIVE CAMPAIGN TOPS FUNDRAISING GOAL The Brew coffee shop (top and right) opened in April.

In June 2014, we launched a fundraising campaign unlike any we knew, Thrive. It was a bizarre animal in two major ways: it was fast (three years) and it was transparent (open goals and communication from start to finish). Today, as we’re set to close the formal campaign portion of Thrive, we’ve discovered this unique mix of ambition and authenticity can be difficult to manage. But, we’ve also discovered the “Thrive model,” hard or not, resonates unlike almost anything we’ve attempted before.

9,000 GIVERS MAKE OC BETTER FOR STUDENTS

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Here are a few facts worth celebrating: • You’ve helped us complete 15 named projects. From Cail Auditorium in DAH, to Das Millicanhaus in Vienna, to our state-of-the-art gaming labs, to our deliciously tempting Chick-Fil-A, our students are living and working in vibrant new spaces that simply would not be without Thrive. • Beyond these 15, you invested more than $7.5 million in 250 other projects. Your fingerprints are on nearly every Kingdom-building work we do here. • We’ve taken you behind the curtain more than 60 times at oc.edu/thriveblog. We’ve explained how we fundraise, how we budget, and how we feel. • More than 9,100 different people and organizations have invested in Thrive.

On average, that’s more than four people (who aren’t parents or professors) lifting up every one of our undergrads. • Finally, you’ve given more than $32,275,000 to Thrive. That’s more than $20 a minute for three years. On a gifts-perdonor basis, those are the most successful fundraising minutes in OC’s history. You know by now that Thrive’s goal was $30 million, which means (drumroll) we did it ... and more! As we celebrate the campaign’s end, we’re also excited to tell you the Thrive model isn’t going anywhere just yet. We’ve committed to tackling the unfinished projects on our Thrive menu right now – and we want you in the know and plugged in with us for every twist and turn. So please join us in celebrating an historic win with Thrive and look forward to more candid stories from the fundraising front this next year. It’s going to be good! By Will Blanchard (07)

CREATING DYNAMIC COLLEGES THAT WORK College of Engineering & Computer Science $1,005,795.00

College of Natural & Health Sciences Citizens Bank of Edmond president Jill Castilla (third from left) joins OC representatives for the Citizens Bank Finance Lab groundbreaking.

$1,030,934.00

Strategic Planning Fund $250,000.00

INVESTING IN COMMUNITY & NURTURING SPIRITS Campus Café Reboot $5,096,000.00

The Brew Coffee Shop $551,000.00

Ethos Spiritual Life Program $615,766.53

ENHANCING THE FACILITIES WHERE WE LIVE & LEARN Delta Gamma Sigma had the best alumni giving percentage among OC social service clubs in this year’s “Homeward Pride” competition.

Cail Auditorium $500,901.00

Gaming & Animation Labs $415,000.00

Das Millicanhaus $350,000.00

CAMPUS-WIDE Fitness Equipment Overhaul $325,833.55

Apartment Refresh $250,020.00

Hardeman HIGH-DEF DIGITAL PROJECTION $64,020.00 Chick-fil-A Express and Alfredo’s Express opened this year, providing the OC community with exciting new campus dining options.

EMBRACING EAGLES NEAR & FAR General Scholarship Fund (multiple project years) $11,057,802.02

Various “Off-Menu” Gifts $7,395,272.52

THRIVE! BY THE NUMBERS 15 PROJECTS FUNDED $32,275,000 RAISED 9,166 GIVERS Gaming and Animation program enhancements include the Advanced Visualization Lab, featuring motion capture and virtual reality equipment.

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SUCCESS IN MOTION CUTTING-EDGE ANIMATION PROGRAM EARNS INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM 20 VI SI O NSPRIN G2 017

Only in its seventh year, one of Oklahoma Christian said. “Each program is better in its own way.” University’s youngest academic programs is attracting OC gaming and animation students develop skills such as attention both domestically and internationally. texturing, unwrapping, animating, 3D modeling, and game OC’s gaming and animation program once again landed on level design during their time in the program. a global list of the best undergraduate game design programs, Also, with OC’s new Advanced Visualization Lab, students earning a No. 31 ranking from Princeton Review and PC Gamer. are exposed to advanced technology such as augmented reality, OC is the highest-ranked Oklahoma university and virtual reality, and motion tracking. ranks above institutions such as the Massachusetts Institute “We have really great facilities for students to come and of Technology work,” Art and and Texas A&M Design chair Jeff University. Price said. “We Schools were have all the latest chosen based on technology a lot a survey of 150 of schools aren’t domestic and even doing yet. international Our students learn universities offering programs to enhance game design degree programs. The survey gathered data on “We have all the latest technology a lot of schools each institution’s aren’t even doing yet ... Our students come out game design with a broad understanding of what it truly takes academic opportunities, to make art.” Jeff Price lab facilities, starting salaries for graduates, and graduate career achievements. their artwork and creativity, which allows them to incorporate Oklahoma Christian also was recognized as one of the top 10 artistry, technology, and creativity.” universities in the southwest by Animation Career Review. Not only do advanced facilities help gaming and animation Since its start, OC’s gaming and animation program has students cultivate their skills, but according to Parker, these grown from 15 to 85 students. developments allow students from different departments to Recent graduates are now active in successful careers grow as well. ranging from movie production and architectural visualization “It opens up the field for people with different skills,” Parker to design education. said. “For instance, if an actor wanted to be a model, they could Junior Daniel Lawrence said he’s dreamed of being part of come into the lab, put on a suit, and do their thing.” OC’s gaming and animation program since high school. Daniel said exposure to OC’s technological advancements After dedicating a few years to serving his country after gives students tools to put them ahead of students at high school graduation, Daniel was finally able to make his competing universities. dream come true. “It’s mind-blowing,” Daniel said. “There are four companies “I came from the military as a police officer, and I originally right now that would hire anybody who knows this program – wanted to come here back in 2010 for their gaming and just in Oklahoma City. The capabilities we can get from this just animation program, but went off to the military,” Lawrence opens the job market up so much.” said. “I’ve wanted it since I graduated high school.” Price said OC’s gaming and animation program offers a Fellow classmate, freshman Parker Cannefax, said he unique perspective to provide students the skills they need to knew he wanted to study gaming and animation at OC when develop successful careers. he noticed its top rankings and reviews compared to other “We focus on the whole artist,” Price said. “It isn’t just a universities. tech program. We look at innovation, traditional media and Parker said gaming and animation at OC offers an array of traditional technique, and weave them together. Our students programs for students to learn, unlike other institutions. come out with a broad understanding of what it truly takes to “They really stress keeping a wide range of programs in make art.” your pocket to use for anything, and it really helps,” Parker By Hannah Brewster

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ENGINEERED FOR SUCCESS MASTER’S DEGREE PROPELS WOOD TO NEW HEIGHTS

“Diligent discipline and a lot of caffeine.” That’s what got James Wood through OC’s Master of Science in Engineering program. And that MSE degree in engineering management, earned in 2015, helped get him a promotion … plus recognition as “Engineer of the Year” at Tinker Air Force Base. “Getting a master’s degree has become almost mandatory to move past a certain point in your career,” said James, now Tinker’s lead avionics engineer on the B-2 Bomber. “It helped me reengage some of those skills I hadn’t touched in a while. It helped me do better and understand more. And frankly, having the degree means something. It gave me that extra edge.” James is a double graduate of Oklahoma Christian; he earned his bachelor’s degree in 1995. But after almost 20 years in the industry, James realized he’d benefit from a return to the classroom. The benefits of OC’s small class sizes and the rhythm of eight-week classes helped James as he navigated through the MSE program. OC’s night class format, uncommon for graduate engineering programs, was crucial in helping him balance school, work, and family obligations. He also loved the personal touch of regular access to his professors - the ability to email, call, or drop by the office to get questions answered. “Whenever you’re trying to get something done, you want to be able to talk to someone,” James said. “It was nice being able to do that.”

James said three classes in particular nail what he’s doing at Tinker, and gave him the tools to solve everyday problems - Systems Engineering, Systems Management, and Failure Analysis. And in the final analysis, James says getting an MSE degree is a no-brainer for engineers who want to succeed. “I’ve been approached by students who want to know whether they should go to work after they get their undergrad or keep going and pursue their master’s degree,” James said. “It isn’t an easy decision to make, but I really recommend you go for the master’s now. It will make a difference in your career path overall and help you reach goals you may not know you have. Most people get to the point where they wish they had done it. Do it now.” By Wes McKinzie (98) WATCH VIDEO TESTIMONIALS FROM OC GRADUATE STUDENTS AND ALUMNI. WWW.OC.EDU/VISION

BUILDING FAITH IN COMMUNITY Since receiving a master’s degree in ministry from OC’s Graduate School of Theology in 2005, Mitch Wilburn has used his studies to help navigate life-changing experiences. Mitch first heard the call of ministry growing up at Highland Oaks Church of Christ in Dallas. After serving as a youth minister at Park Plaza Church of Christ in Tulsa for 10 years, Mitch began to feel the call of God towards pulpit ministry. The Abilene Christian University grad was drawn to Oklahoma Christian to further his education. “The professors at OC do more than just disperse information. They really do care about you, and it’s through those relationships where the mentor-mentee relationship is formed,” Mitch said. “OC was also very practical. They go deep with intellectual thought and understanding the deepest parts of theology.” Upon his graduation from OC, Mitch became the preaching minister at Park Plaza. He has played a key role in numerous

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initiatives, including community outreach programs and the addition of three new branches of the congregation. Mitch, whose wife Shannon is on OC’s Board of Trustees and whose son Jake is an OC senior, prioritizes community involvement both at Park Plaza and in his personal life. While he hopes people can show the love of Christ through serving at the food bank or Park Plaza’s clothing closet, he believes faith should be especially evident in the ordinary day-to-day. “The resurrection of Jesus brings about his resurrection in our lives, and so we now go and do what he did, and what through the Holy Spirit he is continuing to do through us,” Mitch said. “Through these efforts to do good, we hold out the Gospel of Christ to the world. We do it through our daily lives. Everything we do is about pointing the way to Jesus and being his disciples.” Although Mitch has seen success in Park Plaza’s continuing growth, he has also endured harsh realities.

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MERCY VP GROWS IN HER SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE WITH OC MBA Laurie Weathers is right where she wanted to be. With 30 years of healthcare administration experience, she has a dream job as vice president of business operations for Mercy Clinic. But despite her background and expertise, Laurie didn’t have an advanced degree like her peers did. She knew a master’s degree would be required if she ever wanted to move into another role. The cost and convenience of OC’s Master of Business Administration program was just what the doctor ordered. “Several things stood out to me about OC. My faith is very important to me so I felt I needed to find a school that would complement my faith and my beliefs,” she said. “With the proximity of where my home and my work are, and with the ways OC caters to a working executive, this program fit perfect for me.” The diversity of OC’s MBA program is distinctive. There are nine elective tracks to choose from in addition to a general degree, allowing professionals to get the skills and knowledge most relevant to their careers. OC’s Health Services Management concentration gave Laurie the chance to pursue more than a degree. “I was so excited to get back in and learn more about what’s changed about my particular field. There are things about leadership like emotional intelligence that we didn’t learn about 30 years ago. And there’s brand new technology we need to stay right up to the minute on in our field,” Laurie said. “It’s like training for a marathon; you have to do the training, you have to do the discipline to get to the finish.”

Laurie’s spiritual training started in our own backyard; her first church experience as a child was Vacation Bible School at Memorial Road Church of Christ. She’s made a lot of OC connections through the years. Laurie made two trips to Rwanda with former OC president Mike O’Neal and other representatives from Mercy and Oklahoma Christian. She’s gotten to know many OC graduates from Rwanda, and even attended the university’s first commencement ceremony in Kigali in 2014. And when Laurie began her journey toward that diploma, she found OC felt like … home. “All my classes are in one building. I park in one place. I can be here one evening a week and finish in a short time,” she said. “I wanted the camaraderie of the classroom. I really wanted stimulation with other professionals in similar fields and in similar places in their life. It’s been a really rewarding experience.” By Wes McKinzie (98)

WILBURN SHINES THROUGH JOY & PAIN Two years ago, Mitch fought and won a battle with cancer. But the battle wasn’t over. In December, he was diagnosed with Myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune neuromuscular disease. Although the illness has created new challenges, Mitch continues to press on, encouraged by Philippians 2:12-18. “The passage talks about shining like stars,” he said. “Stars shine because they’re on a backdrop of darkness. If everything is bright around you, you’re not going to shine that much, but if your context is trial, shadow, or darkness, you have that much more opportunity to shine and rejoice while you do it.” Mitch has used his battles to cultivate a platform for his ministry and to bless both his congregation and community. “Whatever trial comes your way can be your springboard to be a stronger witness of what God can do in the midst of that trial,” Mitch said. “What was meant for harm God uses for good.” By Hannah Brewster

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Cheryl (Novak 68) Ginnings has written a new book: It Takes Courage To Be A Caregiver. It was written for those acting as a caregiver to a child, parent, or spouse with special needs. cherylginnings@gmail.com

Steven (77) and Karen (Ulmer 77) Brown are celebrating their 25th anniversary with New Egypt Church of Christ in New Egypt, NJ. In addition to his work at the New Egypt congregation, Steven does taxes for H&R Block to supplement his income. Karen has taught in the Lawrenceville, NJ, public school system for 20 years.

Jonathan (04) and Jaret (Jacks 02) Henry announce the birth of their son, Cord Henry. He joins big brother Cullen and big sister Jessalyn.

Josh (06) and Barbie Sloan announce the birth of their son, Guthrie Sloan, on September 18, 2015.

1984 Eric Tooley (84) received his master of arts in professional counseling from Amberton University in Garland, TX. Eric is now a licensed professional counselor intern in Texas. In addition to the sexual addiction/pornography/infidelity counseling he does for the non-profit Noble Choices, Eric is a counselor at The Marriage Place in Richardson, TX.

1972 Aaron Sayles, Sr. (72) received the Southwestern Christian College Distinguished Alumni Award at the 79th Annual Southwestern Christian College National Lectureship on November 22, 2016.

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Matthew (04) and Sarah (Gogarty 09) Boydstun announce the birth of Niko Everett Boydstun on January 9, 2017.

2009 Phillip (09) and Heather (Peterson 10) Aske announce the birth of their son, Leo Allen, on September 12, 2016.

1991 Wade (91) and Landa (Bode 92) Lawrence are now stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base in Shreveport, LA. Wade is a colonel in the Air Force; he commands a detachment that supports the nation’s bomber and nuclear force. Leo Allen Aske Niko Everett Boydstun

Kris (04) and Angela (Scherf 06) announce the birth of Jayna Piersall on October 6, 2015. She joins big brother Alexander.

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Bob and Donna (Buchanan 73) Carpenter are proud first-time grandparents. Lucas Carpenter Gomes was born September 27, 2016. He was 8 lb., 6 oz., and 19 inches long. His parents, Cris and Franciney, serve as missionaries with a church of Christ in Natal, Brazil.

1996 Jon and Amy (Olsen 96) Hamilton were married August 6, 2016, in McKinney, TX. They are celebrating with daughters, Kinsey Herbel (14) and Sarah Hamilton (12), and son, Michael Hamilton (17).

Jake (05) and Stacy (Hull 07) Jarrell announce the birth of their second child, Everett Elden Jarrell, on January 2, 2017. He joins big brother Luke (4). They live in Flower Mound, TX.

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1974 Steve Turkish (74) was promoted to senior vice president and director of Crestmark’s Trade Services division from first vice president and director of trade services.

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After 10 years as a senior human resources manager with Computer Task Group based out of Buffalo, NY, Cristina (Hays 99) Coffee has joined the Dallas office of Ernst and Young as assistant director of human resources, people consultant services. crishays77@yahoo. com.

Aaron and Megan (Collier 09) Gunderson announce the birth of their second child, Henry Vale Pamiauq Gunderson, on August 14, 2016. Henry was born in Anchorage while en route from Oklahoma to their new home in Dillingham, AK.

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Jed (09) and Shiloh (Martin 09) Lovejoy announce the birth of Asher Ralph Lovejoy on January 1, 2015. Jed serves as a worship leader and children’s minister in Paducah, KY.

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Kyle (12) and Kayla (Sharp 12) Hudson announce the births of their children: Michael on November 10, 2014, and Ellie on August 23, 2016.

Billy Davis (13) was promoted to associate vice president and private banking relationship manager at US Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management.

Brandon (15) and Lauren Keck announce the birth of their son, Desmond L. Keck, on August 21, 2016. He joins big brother Emmitt L. Keck (3). The proud grandparents are Barry and Tonda (Schinnerer 79) and Brent (MBA 09) and Mary (Smith 79) Keck.

Trey (15) and Hayley (Everett 15) Payne were married August 20, 2016, in Oklahoma City. They met at OC and graduated together in 2015. Trey just passed his certified public accountant exams.

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Brice and Kelsey (Kelly 09) Carter announce the birth of their son, Griffin Carter.

Brock (09) and Meagan (Branch 11) Lytton announce the birth of their first child, Crawford Lee Lytton, on September 13, 2016. The proud grandparents are Alfred (84) and Judy (Lovejoy 85) Branch and Shawn and Sandy Lytton.

William (11) and Adrienne (Perrey 11) Robertson announce the birth of their son, Elliot James Robertson, on June 19, 2016. He joins big brother Harvey.

Dalton (09) and Sandra (Darmstadt 09) Vanhooser announce the birth of their daughter Audrey on May 9, 2016.

OC PRESENTS ALUMNI WITH ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS OC’s five academic colleges and Honors Program recognized outstanding alumni during our annual Homecoming festivities. The College of Biblical Studies named Ronnie White as its distinguished alumnus in preaching and ministry, Ken Hysten as its distinguished alumnus in missions, and Dave Blanchard as its distinguished alumnus in youth and ministry. Ron Bruner was honored with the Adam Langford Christian Service Award. The College of Business Administration honored David Shupe as outstanding alumnus from OC’s Graduate School of Business, Kim Spencer from the Department

of Management and Marketing, and Kari Boyd from the Department of Accounting and Finance. OC’s College of Engineering and Computer Science recognized Ryan Jones from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Tim Priebe from the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, and Bill Hall from the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The College of Natural and Health Sciences honored Jeanie Tryggestad from the Department of Biological Sciences, Steve Brookman from the Department of Chemistry and Physics, and Rebecca Mitchell from the School of Nursing.

OC’s College of Liberal Arts honored eight graduates: Dr. Tommy W. Stringer (History and Political Science), Dr. April Stephens Sholty (Music), Samantha Marshall (Education), Dr. Paul House (Sports, Wellness and Recreation Management), Dr. James Hallmark (Communication), Jacqueline Johnson (Art and Design), Dr. Kristina Riggs Booker (Language and Literature), and Dr. Holly Osburn (Psychology and Family Studies). The Honors Program recognized Michael O’Neal, who graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science degree in liberal arts.

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DR. JASON LASHLEY (06)

Dr. Buntley passed away January 29 after a brief and valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 72. He married his wife of 50 years, Jane Hendrix Buntley, at Oklahoma Christian. In addition to Jane, David is survived by his three daughters, Tami and Jon Fennel, Traci and Mike Thatcher, and Tara and Ben Bruner, plus grandchildren McKenzie Fennel, Emma Fennel, Bella Thatcher, Kate Bruner, and Hudson Bruner, and other family and friends. David served in the Army for nine years, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He ultimately started his own medical practice and served in many leadership capacities at Duncan Regional Hospital in Oklahoma.

Dr. Lashley passed away January 28 at the age of 38. At OC, he participated in the Vienna Studies program and was a member of the Summer Singers. He went on to an accomplished music career, touring the globe as lead guitarist for Jami Smith. He went on to pursue medical school, becoming a skilled surgeon who pioneering new techniques and procedures. He is survived by his children, Chloe, Stella, and Emmett, and scores of family and friends.

JOHN DAUGHERITY (99) John passed away in November 2016. He was a designer for PSINet, Texas A&M University, Securities Industry Association in New York, Marvel, and NBC. He wrote and recorded music as Cezanne. John is survived by his parents, Ralph (70) and Doris Daugherity of McKinney, TX, and his sister Amy. facebook.com/groups/ johndaugherity

DR. JIMMY RAY HERNDON (73) Dr. Herndon passed away February 16 in a tragic car accident. He was 64. After many years running a family medicine practice in Sallisaw, OK, he followed his calling to work in the St. Edward’s/Mercy emergency room. His devotion to medicine, and his love and respect for veterans, led him to serve at Fort Smith Veterans Administration Clinic in Arkansas. He is survived by his father, Jim Herndon, Sr.; his three children, Dr. Rachel McKinzie (03), son Michael Herndon, and daughter Anna Wood; four siblings, including OC graduates Deborah Phillips (71) and Dr. Mike Herndon (80); six grandchildren; and a host of other family members, friends, and former patients.

GENE HUMPHREY Gene, a member of OC’s Board of Trustees, passed away February 13, 2017, after a long and hard-fought struggle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Diana and their two children, Allison and Clayton, as well as by Allison’s husband Brian and their three sons, Joshua, Jacob, and Caleb. Gene was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a former executive for Citibank and Enron. He was an elder at Memorial Church of Christ in Houston, and served with Diana on the development board of Lifeline Chaplaincy, a ministry that serves patients at the Texas Medical Center.

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STANLEY MORRIS (63) Stanley passed away February 4 at the age of 76. He was the owner of International Bible Translator, Inc., and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Sheila; children Mary Beth, Kathryn, Robert, Erin Mistretta, Emily Daniel, and Rebecca Garcia; six grandchildren; and other family and friends.

RILDA RENICK Rilda passed away March 25 at age 75. She attended Oklahoma Christian before graduating from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Education and East Central University with an MS in Counseling. She attended Yukon Church of Christ, where she was involved in local prison ministry work. She taught school in Oklahoma City and Marietta Middle School, where she worked with nine national champions in the National History Day competitions. She is survived by her children, Tinsley Todd Hicks and wife Shelly; William Toby Hicks, and Holly Hicks Black and husband Tyler; as well by her brother Rayford, sister Sandra, three grandchildren, and other family and friends.

DEBRA JOE (EXENDINE 74) WILLIAMS Debra passed away on November 23, 2016, at age 63. She completed her BA degree in History with a minor in Bible from Oklahoma Christian University, her BS in Nursing from Texas Woman’s University, and her master’s degree in Nursing from St. Louis University. She was deeply committed to her career in psychiatric nursing and was a devoted, full-time volunteer for the American Red Cross.

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NAME: TERRY CROCKETT (83) HOMETOWN: Richmond, Texas CURRENT JOB: Vice President of NewFirst National Bank CHILDHOOD AMBITION: To become a professional baseball player. FONDEST MEMORY: My wife speaking to me after our first date when I thought I had no chance. Also, passing the CPA exam. WILDEST DREAMS: Retirement and driving around town in a restored 1956 Chevy pickup. ALARM CLOCK: 7:00am FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: Philippians 4:6 PROUDEST MOMENT: When my three daughters were baptized and the birth of my two grandsons. BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Knowing when to give advice. INDULGENCE: Watching FOX News, Shark Tank and American Pickers. INSPIRATION: My parents, who quietly sacrificed in order for me to attend Harding Academy High School and Oklahoma Christian College. MY LIFE: Striving to put others first, to help those in need, and attempting to be a good example to all that I meet. MY SCHOOL: OC was the best place for me to spend my college years. I was very blessed in meeting my wife of 33 years as well as one of my daughters meeting her husband at OC. It was truly a blessing that all three of my daughters freely chose to attend Oklahoma Christian.

NAME: MANDY (HOOPER 13) NEVIUS HOMETOWN: Edmond, Oklahoma CURRENT JOB: I’m staying at home with our newborn baby! CHILDHOOD AMBITION: It varied throughout my childhood: an astronaut, a famous author, a U.S. president, a Rockette, a WNBA star. Even as a young child, however, I was more concerned about doing my best in whatever I was involved in at the time than fantasizing about ambitions. FONDEST MEMORY: Last year, my husband Drew and I traveled around Europe for a month. I will always treasure the time we spent together and all that we experienced on our trip. WILDEST DREAMS: I hope to write a book someday. Even if it never gets published, I want to feel the satisfaction of having produced something that matters to me. ALARM CLOCK: I said goodbye to the luxury of sleeping in once our baby was born! FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: Different Bible verses speak to me at different stages of my life. During my pregnancy, I was constantly reminded of Psalm 139:13-16. PROUDEST MOMENT: More than being proud of a single moment, I am proud of the decisions – big or little, easy or tough, with certainty or uncertainty – that brought me to where I am today. BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Daring to be different. I’ve always thought of myself as different, but only now have I come to truly embrace who I really am. INDULGENCE: I often find myself dreaming about feelings I haven’t felt, knowledge I haven’t acquired, and possibilities I haven’t explored. Reading is enlivening and refreshing to me. MY LIFE: I’m overwhelmed with gratitude to God for the opportunity to enjoy the life He’s given me. MY SCHOOL: OC is a life-changing place. I was challenged to reexamine what I previously believed to be true, and it was here I first connected with a world bigger than myself. I learned how to think more deeply, love greatly, and live more boldly. I was surrounded by people who cared about my future, fueled my passions, and helped me shape my dreams. And, most importantly, it was at OC that my faith truly became my own. 27 WWW. OC. E D U

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FORMER SEAGATE EXEC SUCCEEDS MILLICAN AS OC BOARD CHAIR Dr. Mark Brewer, the outgoing senior vice president and chief information officer for Seagate Technology, became the 13th chairman of OC’s Board of Trustees in April. Brewer joined the OC board in 2003 and has served as vice chairman since 2006. He succeeds Don Millican, OC’s board chair since 2002. Millican, the chief financial Dr. Mark Brewer officer for Kaiser-Francis Oil Company, became an OC trustee in 1996 and is remaining on the board. The support of Mark and his wife Beth has been integral to OC’s campus dining enhancements, its innovative Ethos spiritual life initiative, and many other projects. “Dr. Mark Brewer has served as an OC trustee with distinction and will be a outstanding chairman,” OC president John deSteiguer said. “Wise, smart, articulate, spiritual, loyal, visionary, generous – he possesses all the attributes an ideal leader needs. Mark and Beth are dear friends, and they are, and will continue to be, a great blessing to the OC community.” Brewer recently stepped down from Seagate after leading all information technology operations worldwide for the company’s global operations. He also worked for AT&T Network Systems and AT&T Bell Laboratories. Brewer earned B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Oklahoma State University. He was recently inducted into the Hall of Fame for OSU’s College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology.

MILLICAN TESTIFIES ON CAPITOL HILL Invoking chapter 58 of Isaiah, outgoing OC board chair Don Millican spoke to the U.S. House Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies on the importance of funding early childhood programs, particularly those targeted to low-income families in March. “It tells me all of my religious practices Don Millican are worthless if I do not break the yoke of oppression. In my opinion, there is no greater yoke of oppression than that laid upon a child born in generational poverty – a child who did not choose the circumstances of his or her birth,” said Millican, chief financial officer of Kaiser-Francis Oil Company.

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One of Millican’s co-panelists before the committee was actress Jennifer Garner, representing Save the Children. Millican, who will remain on OC’s board, stepped down as chair in April after a remarkable 15 years of leadership. Highlights of his tenure include the success of the $30 million Thrive! campaign, a comprehensive $34 million student residence project, and the construction of other facilities, including Lawson Commons, McGraw Pavilion, the Freede Centennial Tower, and the Noble Science Wing. The success and growth of OC’s academic programs included new master’s degrees in accounting, computer science, divinity, engineering, and theological studies, expanded undergraduate offerings, and the university’s reaffirmation of accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission in 2006 and 2016. Enrollment surged, with the top 12 enrollment totals in OC history coming in the last 12 years. OC remained on the forefront of educational technology, enjoyed a golden age of welcoming distinguished guest speakers to campus, and expanded its global reach through missions, a partnership with Rwanda, numerous exchange and study abroad programs, and the launch of OC’s Das Millicanhaus in Vienna.

OC BOARD OF TRUSTEES EXPANDS TO 38 MEMBERS Amy (Kelly 04) Roberts, Jack Rowe, and Dr. Michelle Tucker joined the OC Board of Trustees in November, and the university added Jeff Bonney (77) in February. Roberts owns a bachelor’s degree and master of business administration degree from Oklahoma Christian. She served in OC’s Office of Student Life for 12 years, leading Freshman Experience, Earn Your Wings, and Take Flight. Rowe originally served on OC’s board of trustees from 1999 to 2010, when he became a Life Trustee. A former U.S. Navy officer, Rowe is a certified public accountant who has helped build and operate retirement facilities that have served thousands of people and families. Dr. Tucker owns and operates Castle Hills Pediatrics in Carrollton, Texas. A former assistant to the city manager in Garland, Texas, she serves as medical director for Prestoncrest Church of Christ’s mission efforts in Guatemala and also has provided medical consultations in Ghana. Bonney serves as vice president and chief financial officer for RKI Energy Resources, LLC, and Prize Royalties, LLC. An Oklahoma Christian graduate with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Bonney is an elder at Mayfair Church of Christ in Oklahoma City.

OC GRADS NAMED TO PRESIDENTIAL POSTS Lana Reynolds (81) will become president of Seminole State College this summer while Dr. Bill Pink (90) has been named president at Grand Rapids Community College in Michigan. Reynolds has served at Seminole State for more than three decades. She has worked in many roles, including English instructor, director of public relations, vice Lana Reynolds president for institutional advancement, and executive vice president. In 1991, she was selected as Seminole’s “Citizen of the Year.” In 2008, the OCPRA named her “Communicator of the Year.” She was also named as one of the Journal Record’s “50 Women Making a Difference” in the State of Oklahoma in 2000, 2012 and 2013 – bringing her into the “Circle of Excellence” for her three-time selection. Dr. Bill Pink “I hope my leadership provides our students with a strong academic background, exposure to liberal arts, and cultural experiences and opportunities to succeed in their careers and lives. I benefited from these things by attending OC,” Reynolds said. “I hope I will be able to emulate the Christian principles I witnessed at OC in my decisions and leadership of Seminole State.” After earning Scholar-Athlete honors as an OC basketball player, Pink has worked in education for more than 25 years. He held teaching, coaching, and administrative roles at York College, Cascade College, OC, the University of Oklahoma, the University of Central Oklahoma, and Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City before joining Grand Rapids as vice president and dean for workforce development in 2015. “I’m honored and humbled to be named the 10th president of Grand Rapids Community College, and I’m grateful to the institutions that played a role in my development as a person and as a leader,” Pink said. “I value my days at OC both as a student and as a faculty member. I treasure those days, and the people who blessed my life there.” Reynolds and Pink join Andy Benton (Pepperdine University), Dr. Allison Garrett (Emporia State University), Dr. Stan Helton (Alberta Bible College), and Dr. Harold Shank (Ohio Valley University) as active college or university presidents in OC’s alumni ranks.

OC ENROLLMENT RISES TO RECORD HIGH Oklahoma Christian’s fall enrollment of 2,600 students was an all-time school record. OC also surpassed last year’s record for graduate enrollment; 600 students are pursuing master’s degrees in accountancy, business administration, computer science,

engineering, Christian ministry, divinity, or theological studies. This was OC’s fifth straight year of record enrollment. The top 12 enrollment totals in OC history have come in the last 12 years. “With our commitment to affordability and the addition of even more first-class academic programs to serve students, OC has become a destination point for students and families seeking an unmatched educational experience,” President John deSteiguer said. Oklahoma Christian had seven National Merit Scholars in this year’s freshman class and 35 overall, a per capita percentage that ranks among the state’s leaders. OC’s student body comes from 43 states and 49 countries.

OC UP IN U.S. NEWS BEST COLLEGE RANKINGS OC rose in the rankings and earned additional honors from U.S. News & World Report in the “Best Colleges 2017” guidebook. OC moved up to No. 41 on the “Best Regional Universities” list for the 15-state western region. This is the 18th straight year U.S. News & World Report has honored OC, which ranks second among Oklahoma schools on the regional list. The Princeton Review also listed OC as one of top schools in the 15-state western region. In addition to being among the state’s leaders with more than 40 National Merit Scholars enrolled last year, OC earned recognition on the U.S. News list of “A+ Schools for B Students,” which identifies great colleges where scholars with high school GPAs in the B range can thrive. U.S. News also identified OC as one of the top schools for veterans. The U.S. News rankings assess seven categories: assessment of excellence, graduation and retention rates, faculty resources, student selectivity, financial resources, the difference between actual and predicted graduation rates, and alumni giving. OC’s alumni giving rate (18 percent) ranks fourth in the western region while the university’s first-year retention rate ranks in the region’s top 25.

MAYOR, STUDENTS HIGHLIGHT MENTAL HEALTH Oklahoma City mayor Mick Cornett spoke in a March Chapel as part of OC students’ Not OK is OK campaign to emphasize the signs of emotional suffering. As Fitness Magazine’s Champion of Health and Fitness and Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Champion of Oklahoma Health, Cornett has made great strides to make Oklahoma City healthier. In his recent State of the City address, he challenged Oklahomans to take mental health more seriously. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, 73 percent of college students have experienced a mental health crisis. OC’s student-run Eagle PR team led the Not OK is OK campaign in partnership with the Eagles Health Initiative and U!Shine, a mental health organization founded by OC alumna Jennifer (Allcorn 97) Winton.

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FOUR OC ALUMNI ELECTED TO STATE LEGISLATURE Mike Osburn, Mike Sanders, Tess Teague, and Dr. George Young were elected to the Oklahoma legislature in November. Teague (12) Mike Osburn Mike Sanders served as the Legislative Report Manager for the Journal Record’s Legislative Reporting Service at the Oklahoma Capitol, overseeing coverage of the entire legislative Tess Teague Dr. George Young process. She has also worked for Gov. Mary Fallin and for the Republican National Committee in Washington, D.C. Mike Osburn (90) is the new state representative in OC’s district, House District 81. He served as Gov. Frank Keating’s campaign manager and deputy chief of staff. He also served as state director for U.S. Senator Don Nickles. He now runs his own consulting firm in public affairs and event management. Sanders (97) worked on George W. Bush’s presidential campaign and has served in the Oklahoma State House since his election in 2008. His 2012 election set a state record when he received 95 percent of the vote from his district. Dr. Young (MA Ministry 98, MBA 06) retired in 2013 after serving as a pastor for 30 years. He is chief executive officer of Young Management Consulting, a mediation and nonprofit management and leadership development firm.

OC PARTNERS WITH KING FOR CHURCH RESOURCING, SERVICE Dr. Grady King’s heart for churches and his alma mater led him to a new role as a consultant helping OC serve churches. King (77) is vice president of HOPE Network, a group of ministers that mentors leaders and churches. The Oklahoma Christian graduate served in full-time preaching ministry from 1984 until his recent retirement from Dr. Grady King Mansfield Church of Christ in Texas. He is building on OC’s longtime work with churches to serve as a facilitator, visionary, and counselor to ministers, elders, and congregations.

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He hosted 75 ministers for the new kerygma preaching conference in March, coordinates on- and off-campus luncheons for church leaders, and will lead OC’s Bible Lectures in October. “Healthy leaders and healthy churches are what I am all about,” King said. “It begins with listening and engaging church leaders in conversations that matter. After 40 years of congregational ministry, I deeply value being a friend to church leaders in practical and hopeful ways.”

LAMASCUS BECOMES OC’S FIRST GOLDWATER SCHOLAR A mechanical engineering major’s wind energy research gave Oklahoma Christian its first Barry Goldwater Scholar. A student in OC’s Honors Program, Parker LaMascus, was one of just two students selected from Oklahoma and among just 240 sophomores and juniors honored nationwide. The Goldwater Scholarship is the premier undergraduate Parker LaMascus award of its type in mathematics, the natural sciences, and engineering. “We are incredibly impressed and proud of Parker’s academic accomplishments,” OC president John deSteiguer said. “His pursuit of excellence is a natural fit with his Christ-like spirit, and he serves as an inspiration to students and staff alike.”

STUDENT RECEIVES SELECTIVE NEWMAN CIVIC FELLOWSHIP OC senior Cody Milner is among 274 students nationwide and just 10 in the state to be named a Newman Civic Fellow. Presented by Campus Connect, the honor recognizes students who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country. “Cody’s community, civic, and political service made him an excellent fit for this prestigious program,” said Dr. Jim Baird, director of OC’s Honors Program. “He has already interned or worked in multiple offices of elected and appointed officials while maintaining a 4.0 GPA, holding a double-major, and taking Honors classes. We are confident Cody has a very bright future in public service.”

ETHICS TEAM PLACES IN NATIONAL TOP 10 Oklahoma Christian won its fifth straight state title on the way to a 10th-place finish at the Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl. OC has placed in the national top 10 in three of the past four years. OC’s team swept all of its matches at the state and regional tournaments before going 2-1 at nationals, defeating Millikan University and the University of Nevada-Las Vegas before losing to the U.S. Military Academy, the eventual champion. “Ethics is the favorite part of my job,” said Dr. Jeff Simmons (90), team sponsor and the dean of OC’s College of Business

Administration. “I’m always so thoroughly impressed by the students because they do a phenomenal job, and they even challenge me. It’s an honor to work with them.”

AIRPLANE DESIGN TEAM 5TH AT INTERNATIONAL CONTEST OC beat out 29 other student teams from the United States, Canada, Egypt, India, Mexico, China, and Poland to place fifth in the SAE Aero Design West competition. Students had to design and fly a radio-controlled airplane that carried 27 tennis balls and a half-pound steel plate, which represented passengers and luggage. “I could not be more proud of our OC engineering students,” said Brad Buxton, faculty sponsor and assistant professor of mechanical engineering. “We really enjoyed representing OC with a strong top-five finish.”

PROGRAMMERS PLACE FIRST AT REGIONAL SITE, 11TH OVERALL OC placed first among Oklahoma universities in a computer programming contest featuring the region’s largest schools. The OC team placed first at its site, 11th overall among universities competing in four locations, and second out of the 23 teams with undergraduate students only. OC has placed in the top three in the undergraduate category and in the top three for Oklahoma universities in four of the past five years. “It is remarkable that a school of our size can compete on an even basis with the largest universities in the region,” said David North (79), OC’s director of computer science advancement. “Our goal next year will be to win the South Central Regional and move on to the World Finals.”

FIRST MSCS, BS/MS GRADS EARN THEIR DEGREES Last fall, 37 students comprised the first graduating class for OC’s new Master of Science in Computer Science program, earning their degrees in just one year. OC also offers a two-year program that is popular among engineers at Tinker Air Force Base. In April, Olivier Tuyishime and Jean Paul Iradukunda became the first OC students to graduate with both their BS and MS degrees in computer science. The combination program allows undergraduate students to begin graduate work prior to receiving their bachelor’s degree. Students can count nine credit hours of their graduate work toward their bachelor’s degree. “Having a master’s degree in CS will open a wider range of jobs and potentially provide them a higher starting salary,” Director of Computer Science Advancement David North (79) said. “I have seen studies that show a $10,000 increase.” CNN, Money Magazine, and U.S. News and World Report list multiple computer science professions among the nation’s top 10 jobs in salary and availability.

OC EXPANDS ONLINE, MBA OFFERINGS Adult students in OC’s Graduate School of Business have new online options. Students pursuing OC’s Master of Accountancy degree can now take all 30 hours online if they choose. The MAcc degree program provides enough hours to qualify to sit for the CPA exam and equips graduates for careers in major corporations and public accounting firms. In addition to its MBA program – offered both on site and online – OC’s Master of Accountancy program is one of just two MAcc programs in the state offered completely online. “Several of our MBA and MAcc students live and work outside of the Oklahoma City metro area. Our online format gives students the same course content and connectivity, but with greater convenience and flexibility,” said Dr. Ken Johnson, chair of OC’s Graduate School of Business. OC also has added Nonprofit Organization Management as a ninth elective track in the MBA program, which graduated its 2,000th student at April’s spring commencement ceremonies. OC also offers MBA tracks in Accounting, Finance, Health Services Management, Human Resources, International Business, Leadership and Organizational Development, Marketing, and Project Management.

OC STUDENTS RAISE MONEY FOR STANLEY HUPFELD ACADEMY OC’s 49th-annual Spring Sing featured a couple of firsts: the first championship for women’s club Iota Kappa Phi and the start of a philanthropic effort OC students hope will become an annual tradition. A silent auction raised $7,082.55 for Stanley Hupfeld Academy at Western Village, an inner-city elementary school. Many OC students serve as mentors there, and children from the school visit campus each year during Earn Your Wings to fly kites and spend the day with OC students. “Almost everyone on campus has met a kid from Stanley Hupfeld through kite day or tutoring,” sophomore Paige Arter said. “So to have a beneficiary this close to the OC community is great because we are able to put a face with the cause.”

THERAPY DOGS FETCH PRAISE FROM OC STUDENTS OC has gone to the dogs … and students love it. TOTO (the Trained On-Campus Therapy-Dog Organization) gives students regular access to trained therapy dogs. The new initiative builds on the extensive counseling, health, and wellness resources offered by Oklahoma Christian. The TOTO program consists of six certified therapy dogs owned by volunteer OC faculty and staff members. The six therapy dogs and their owners went through an extensive sixweek training program. Along with scheduled events, the volunteers can bring their dogs to campus during the day for students.

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BENNETT ELECTED TO OKLAHOMA SPORTS HALL OF FAME Jeff Bennett (70) earned the highest athletic honor ever received by a former OC student-athlete with his induction into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. “I was kind of surprised because I figured it had been long enough that if it was going to happen, it would have happened,” Bennett said. “But it’s exciting to know you’re in the company of the best Jeff Bennett athletes in Oklahoma. There are not many track and field athletes in the Hall of Fame. I’m honored to be among that group.” Bennett won NAIA national championships in the 400-meter intermediate hurdles in 1968 and in the decathlon in 1969 and 1970. He also won the Amateur Athletic Union decathlon in 1972, then placed fourth in the event at the 1972 Summer Olympics. He was inducted into the NAIA Hall of Fame in 1976 and was a charter honoree of the OC Athletic Hall of Fame in 1991. In his post-Olympic life, he served two stints as an assistant track and field coach at OC and worked as the university’s associate dean of students for 13 years after spending spent almost three decades in public education. In 2003, he retired as a lieutenant colonel after serving for 32 years in the U.S. Army National Guard. “Jeff is extremely generous with his time in working with student-athletes,” Athletic Director David Lynn (95) said. “He is a true example of what it means to be Christ-like in everything he has done to represent OC. We are so proud that he is being recognized with this great honor.”

HAYS RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS HONOR AT FINAL FOUR Longtime OC men’s coach Dan Hays was honored in April by the National Association of Basketball Coaches with a prestigious “Guardians of the Game” award for service. CBS Sports reporter Allie LaForce presented him with the award at a special ceremony in Phoenix during the NCAA Men’s Final Four. Dan Hays The positive influence of Hays, who stepped down in February 2016 after 33 seasons at OC and 38 as a head college coach, has spread far and wide – not just through the players he coached, but also through his work at OC Cage

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Camps and USA Basketball as well as numerous community service projects, such as free clinics he and his staff conducted for underprivileged children and at juvenile facilities. “I am honored and humbled by the NABC selecting me for this award,” Hays said. “I have always tried to be more than just a basketball coach everywhere I worked. My last 33 years at Oklahoma Christian University were great. There are so many people I coached with, worked with, and taught that there is no way I could start to recognize them all.” Hays stepped down as OC’s coach in February 2016, finishing a 38-year career (which included five seasons at Northwestern Oklahoma State) with a 724-470 record. At the time he left OC, he ranked 20th among active men’s coaches in wins and tied for 42nd overall. He has won more games at an Oklahoma university than any other coach. “Coach Hays is one of the university’s icons, and he is one of those fellows who spent decades here and made this place better because he made individuals better,” President John deSteiguer said. “Coach Hays will never be forgotten here at OC.”

FINDLEY NAMED ON 2017 WBCA VICTORY CLUB LIST The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association recognized OC women’s basketball coach Stephanie Findley (82) as a Victory Club honoree. Findley recorded career win No. 600 on February 16 when the Lady Eagles rolled past Rogers State 70-45. Findley, who just completed her 32nd season as OC’s coach, became only the 65th women’s basketball Stephanie Findley coach in college hoops history to record 600 career wins. Already Oklahoma’s career leader in coaching wins, she ranks 35th nationally among active coaches. Her 600th win came in Findley’s 1,000th game coaching at her alma mater. “That’s a lot of games – a lot of wins and a lot of losses,” Findley said. “But when you get to stick around this long, they tend to add up a little bit. I’m grateful to have the opportunity and I’m excited. It’s kind of neat that 600 fell on 1,000.” Findley was inducted into OC’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 2004.

HEATH RECORDS WIN NO. 700 OC softball coach Tom Heath (71) notched another landmark win in March, earning victory No. 700 in a 5-3 extra-inning battle with Texas A&M International University.

Heath, who started OC’s program in 1995, is one of just five Oklahoma college softball coaches to win 700 games. He led the Lady Eagles to the 2002 and 2003 NAIA national tournaments. In 2014 and 2015, OC won back-to-back NCCAA regional championships and advanced to the national title game both years. He was inducted into the OC Athletic Hall of Fame in 2016.

Tom Heath

LYNN SUCCEEDS JANZ AS OC ATHLETIC DIRECTOR The university named OC Athletic Hall of Fame coach David Lynn (95) as its new athletic director in November. “Coach David Lynn is recognized as an effective leader, a successful coach, and a focused, trusted manager of people and programs,” President John deSteiguer said. “The future of OC athletics is very bright under David’s guidance.” David Lynn Lynn replaced Curtis Janz (86), who led OC’s transition from the NAIA into NCAA Division II. OC won six national titles during his tenure – three in men’s golf (NAIA 2009 and 2011, NCCAA 2012), two in men’s cross country (NAIA 2011, NCCAA 2012), and one in men’s tennis (NAIA 2012). Lynn became the Eagles’ head golf coach in 1999 and guided the men’s team until 2008, then resumed those duties in 2010. OC strung together a run of 16 straight top-four finishes in national tournament play (either the NAIA or NCCAA), a streak that began in 2000 and lasted through the 2014-15 campaign. Along with NAIA national titles in 2009 (under Kelsey Cline) and 2011, OC finished as the NAIA national runner-up in 2001, 2005, 2008, and 2012. In addition to winning the 2012 NCCAA championship, OC was the NCCAA runner-up in 2014. “I take great pride in helping young men and women develop their talents academically, socially, athletically, and spiritually. I want OC athletics to be as successful as possible on the field, in the classroom and in the community,” Lynn said.

OC ADDS SWIMMING; OLYMPIC CHAMP PICKED TO COACH Oklahoma Christian will add intercollegiate men’s and women’s swimming programs for the 2017-18 academic year, with five-time Olympic medalist Josh Davis serving as coach. OC is just the third Oklahoma university to offer intercollegiate swimming. Davis already has more than 30 student-athletes in the fold. “Competitive swimming is a great

Josh Davis

sport with great student-athletes,” President John deSteiguer said. “It is a fantastic fit for OC and our culture of discipline and excellence. Coach Davis is perfect to lead this new program. I am thrilled about what the future holds.” Davis was the U.S. flag bearer at the opening ceremony for the 1995 World University Games, then won three gold medals at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. In the 2000 Games in Sydney, he served as the U.S. swim team captain; his youngest teammate on the squad was a teenager named Michael Phelps. Davis earned two silver medals and broke the U.S. record in the 200-meter freestyle. Davis is a member of the University of Texas Hall of Honor and the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame.

OC LANDS 56 ON D2 ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT LIST Fifty-six OC student-athletes were honored on the NCAA Division II Athletics Directors Association Academic Achievement Award list in the fall. OC had more student-athletes on the list than any other Heartland Conference school, accounting for 30 percent of the league’s 184 honorees. OC also had more honorees on the list than any other Division II university in Oklahoma. Among OC’s teams, baseball had the most honorees, with 10. Percentage-wise, women’s cross country led the way, with 50 percent of its 10-person roster earning the award. At the conference level, OC placed 146 student-athletes on the Heartland’s Academic Honor Roll for the fall semester. This came on the heels of OC’s female student-athletes tallying the best grade-point average among Heartland Conference schools for the second time in three years. Three OC teams also won Heartland academic titles – softball (3.45), women’s cross country (3.65), and men’s cross country (3.52).

STANFORD, MOON RECEIVE MS. EAGLE, MR. EAGLE AWARDS Seniors John Moon and McKenzie Stanford earned the highest honors in OC athletics for the 2016-17 academic year. Stanford earned NCAA Division II and NCCAA honors in basketball and was a NCCAA All-American in track and field, making her one of just two OC females (along with Roz Hamilton) to be an All-American in two unrelated sports. Moon became OC’s first Division II basketball All-America selection in 2016. He finished atop both the Heartland Conference and OC career list for blocked shots with 237. He was second on the Heartland’s all-time rebounding list with 812 and third on the league’s career scoring list with 1,881 points. His career scoring total, highlighted by a single-game record 50 points, also ranked fifth in OC’s storied hoops history. Both Moon and Stanford earned Oklahoma’s Division II player of the year honors from OklahomaSports.net.

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ALUMNI ACTIVITIES & REWARDS We love our alumni! To thank you for being an Eagle, we offer several benefits we hope you’ll enjoy.

ALUMNI JOB NETWORK

Type in “Oklahoma Christian University Alumni” at LinkedIn.com to connect with a network of alumni professionals across the country that now numbers more than 2,000 members. This project, designed to serve new graduates and other alumni by giving them job leads and connections in their desired geographical areas, is a cooperative effort with OC’s Office of Career Services.

ALUMNI DISCOUNT CARD

Each alum receives a personalized discount card good for discounts on campus. Make sure you keep up with your card so you can use it when you come back home! For questions, contact us at alumni@oc.edu or call 405.425.5110.

LIBERTY MUTUAL DISCOUNT

OC’s Alumni Office has an agreement with Liberty Mutual to offer alumni a 10% discount on home, auto, and renter’s insurance. To find out more, go to libertymutual.com/OCalumni.

HOTEL DISCOUNTS

OC has an arrangement with Hotel Storm to save up to 55% on hotels worldwide. Go to hotelstorm.com/ oklahoma-christian-university to check it out. Contact alumni@oc.edu for the password.

VIENNA OR BUST!

Whether you were a part of the Vienna/ European Studies program as a student, or you’ve always wanted to see what you missed, we have exciting news for you! OC’s Office of Alumni Relations offers a one-week trip to OC’s own Das Millicanhaus every year or two. Dr. Ken (69) and Lindy (Scobey 69) Adams will be the trip’s official hosts this year. Bob (74) and Judi (Williams 76)

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Lashley and Kim (Bean 91) Reiter also will be on the trip. For more info on upcoming trips, contact us at alumni@oc.edu or 405.425.5110.

HOMECOMING

Make plans to attend Homecoming! It’s currently held during the first full weekend in November, which puts it on the 3rd and 4th this year. Planned by the Office of Alumni Relations, Homecoming is a perfect time for you to reunite with classmates. The weekend always features special reunion groups and activities for all. We hope you’ll come back each and every year. For more info, go to oc.edu/ homecoming.

SENIOR SENDOFF

This program takes place before graduating students officially join OC’s alumni ranks. Our hope is that new graduates become OC alumni with a strong sense of belonging, and that they know we’re grateful for their choice to attend Oklahoma Christian. Activities, funded by alumni at no cost to graduating seniors, may include dinner and an Oklahoma City Thunder basketball game (photos from this year to the right); exclusive and unlimited use of an entertainment facility like Celebration Station, Dave & Busters, or Frontier City; or a food truck picnic on campus. If you want to support this program, click the “Give Online Now” link at oc.edu/advancement, then type “Senior Sendoff” under “Giving Area” on the form.

EAGLE EXCERPTS

Our monthly online newsletter features recent stories and upcoming events. Between issues of Vision, it’s a great way to keep up with what’s happening at your

alma mater. Subscribe to Eagle Excerpts by contacting us at alumni@oc.edu.

ALUMNI CHAPTERS

We have active alumni groups in North Texas, Houston, Oklahoma City, and Tulsa. Our chapters’ objective is to unify alumni to advance OC’s work in their areas of the country. To find out how to start a chapter in your community, contact Bob Lashley at 405.425.5110 or bob.lashley@oc.edu.

NATIONAL ALUMNI COUNCIL

This group of alumni functions as a sounding board regarding alumni programs and events, and as a conduit for OC alumni with questions, thoughts, and/or concerns about our alma mater. Feel free to contact members with questions, concerns, or ideas. Their info is available at www.oc.edu/NAC.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Update your records to continue receiving information about your alma mater and alumni perks. Keep your info up to date by emailing changes to alumni@oc.edu. Watch for and join in alumni gatherings and activities in your area. Many cities host recruiting/alumni gatherings in alumni homes (Road Shows), summer sendoffs for OC students (Eagle Exits), and tailgate parties for away athletic games. Consider helping us financially when you can so current students benefit from the generosity that many passed on to us during our OC years. Even a few dollars a month by a large number of people can make a big difference. To find out how to get started, contact us at 405.425.5110 or go to www.oc.edu/ homeward.

LEGACY PROGRAM OC’s Office of Alumni Relations wants to recognize your children at key times in their development with these gifts. • Birth – Lil’ Eagle toddler shirt – Sent when you notify our office about your child’s birth. • Start of School – OC Eagle backsack – We scan our records in mid-summer for alumni children with birthdates that make them 5-6 years old. • Age of Mobility – Eagle lanyard and sunglasses – We scan our records monthly for alumni children with birthdates that make them 15-16 years old. Be sure to help us keep your records complete and up to date, including your kids and their birthdates. To update your contact info, email us at alumni@oc.edu.

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WHERE IN THE WORLD IS OC? The next time you take that vacation or mission trip to some famous or exotic location, do this! 1 Take some OC gear. 2 Take your picture with you wearing it. 3 Tell us where you are and what you’re doing. Send your photo to alumni@oc.edu and it might appear in the next Vision. We look forward to seeing those pictures!

Barry (10) and Jill (Newell 09) Kelley in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

The traveling party from the 2016 Vienna Alumni Adventure, pictured in front of OC’s Das Millicanhaus.

Ben (99) and Jaime (Elam 00) Bailey with their children – Beck, Briggs, and Jemma – at the Stevie Ray Vaughan exhibit at Bullock Museum in Austin, Texas.

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Adam Picker (02), Preston Watterson (02), Llon Clendenen (02), and Tim Wrinkle (02) on a trip to Shenandoah National Park in Virginia on the Appalachian Trail.

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AERIE ARCHIVE A BLAST FROM THE PAST

Three decades ago, in 1987, the Biblical Studies Center and the Thelma Gaylord Forum were well on their way to completion, set for dedication ceremonies that September. The Prince Engineering Center wasn’t far behind, on pace to open in 1988. 1 2 3 4

The shell of the Prince Engineering Center takes shape on the north side of campus. This photo shows the early stages of construction on PEC. Early construction photo of the Biblical Studies Center and Thelma Gaylord Forum. The Bible building, now known as the Williams-Branch Center for Biblical Studies, nears completion. 5 The two new “focal point” venues were finished and ready for use in 1987.

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