“My mom was killed in the OKC Bombing, so it is a very personal event to my entire family,” Arthur said. “The marathon has become a family event—we have almost 30 family and friends who participate with us. We have t-shirts made every year, and we have dinner together the evening before and share wonderful memories of my mother.”
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After a semester of studying abroad and exploring Europe, Dean of the College of Biblical Studies Charles Rix and a group of Oklahoma Christian University returned to the Oklahoma Christian campus for the spring semester. Seeing firsthand the history of Europe from such a “unique perspective,” being back in the U.S. and at Oklahoma Christian has been a readjustment to some.
“There were really three things that Amy said to us before she passed,” Luke said. ““One, you are not allowed to be mad at God that I am sick, or if I die. He did not cause this. You cannot blame God. Two, I just want this to glorify Him. If I can bless someone or if someone comes to know him from me, then it is worth it,’—and she lived it out. And the third was she didn’t say goodbye. She said, ‘see you soon,’ so we say, ‘See you soon.’”
As students begin another semester at Oklahoma Christian University this week, memories from the three-week Christmas break are still fresh in the minds of students on campus. From educational experiences in New Orleans, cruises from New York, to a visit to Rwanda, students reflect on the memories they made in between semesters.
In recognition of their work and dedication to both the Edmond and Public Relations communities, two Oklahoma Christian University Mass Communications alums, Jonathon Johnson and Skye Latimer, recently received the Edmond Business Times’ 20 Under 40 Award and the Oklahoma City Gazette’s 40 Under 40 Award, respectively
Oklahoma Christian alumni create T&S Online Marketing, which offers lower prices to nonprofit organizations.
Students in college often experience both personal growth and challenges during their time on campus. For some students, however, unique circumstances present them with the…
“It is a very rewarding profession, but it is also just a profession,” Cail said. “You can’t lose sight of your family and faith. Enjoy your youth and experience at Oklahoma Christian. It equips you well to serve others on a grand scale if you use those gifts wisely.”