BECOMING U

HAS ANYONE EVER ASKED YOU, “WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS?”We know. It’s a difficult question, mainly because it’s about the future.

But imagine there are no obstacles to your dream life or dream job.

The usual deal-breakers (time, money, relationships) don’t apply. Now

ask yourself again, “If I could do anything in the world, what would

it be?”

Don’t be afraid to dream big—identifying what you want to “be” when

you “grow up” is really the answer to a much larger question: “Who do

U want to become?” It’s really a question about the present, because

God has already given you special gifts and passions. And those gifts

and passions are as unique as His purpose for your life.

So this book is not just about OBU. It’s about you. It is your story—

the story of how you came to be U by discovering your interests,

imagining the possibilities and becoming the person God intends.

For the past 100 years, OBU has been helping individuals just like

you become the people God created them to be. Last year, almost

1,800 students from more than 40 states and 20 countries chose

OBU as the place to start their journey of becoming. They were drawn

to OBU’s integrated approach to learning that helps students view

different subjects through a Christian lens. They found their passions

addressed by our 84 programs of academic study.

CONTENTS 6-7 CAMPUS LIFE

8-9 THE RAWC

10-11 ATHLETICS

12-13 IMAGINING U

14-15 FACULTY & BISON PLEDGE

16 COLLEGE OF NURSING

17 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

18 COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS

19 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE & MATH

20 COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES

21 COLLEGE OF THEOLOGY & MINISTRY

22-23 PROFILES & MAJORS

24-25 BECOMING GLOBALLY ENGAGED

26-27 CAMPUS MINISTRY

28-29 OBU TRADITIONS & CAMPUS

30-31 CAMPUS MAP & SHAWNEE

32-33 BECOMING CONNECTED

34-35 ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID

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DAVID W. WHITLOCKPresident, Oklahoma Baptist University

FROM THE PRESIDENTOur story begins in 1907 when the Baptist General Convention of

Oklahoma appointed an education commission to establish a Baptist

university. Those pioneers envisioned a university grounded in the

liberal arts—preparing students to integrate their Christian faith

and disciplines as educators, doctors, lawyers, artists, musicians,

missionaries, pastors, entrepreneurs, writers, poets, actors and

economists.

You might be wondering how your story aligns with ours. We want to

help you become the person God intends. We will prepare you to think

critically about worldviews, values and truth by equipping you to do the

following:

» Pursue academic excellence

» Integrate faith with all areas of knowledge

» Engage a diverse world

» Live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ

Our master plan, OBU 2020, calls for the implementation of several

strategic initiatives which will lead us to become a nationally and

internationally recognized center of excellence. These initiatives are

focused on helping students, like yourself, become what God intends.

Let us join you in your journey—become U at OBU.

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I AM A COMMUNICATOR. I am interested in engaging different ideas and worldviews,

ministering to people around me, using my imagination, inspiring others, learning new

languages, reading great books and expressing myself through writing.

BECOMING U

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WHO ARE U?

I AM A SERVANT. I am interested in digging deeper into

God’s Word, helping others experience the love of Christ,

learning about the history of my faith, exploring other

cultures and continents and serving in my church.

CITIZEN SERVANT ARTIST MUSICIAN EXPLORER ORGANIZER PEACEMAKER THINKER FAN ATHLETE COMMUNICATOR ORGANIZER

At OBU, we believe faith and knowledge work together to shape you.

Our core curriculum and encouraging faculty will help you develop

strong communication skills, global awareness and the ability to think

critically and creatively.

Choosing a college is not just about choosing a future career path.

It is an exhilarating and challenging journey of personal growth and

preparation that begins right now. So whether you dream of being a

hero, an artist, a healer, a thinker, a servant, a life changer, a community

leader or just your personal best—at OBU, we help you become U.

BECOME U AT OBU. YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE.

At OBU, you can choose from 10 bachelor’s degrees and 84 different

majors. Most tracks are flexible and can be tailored to your strengths

and interests. The identity profiles on page 22 will help you consider

your areas of interest and suggest a few majors for you.

For a complete listing of OBU’s

academic offerings, visit us online

at okbu.edu/majors. I AM A PEACEMAKER. I am interested in getting

involved in my community, helping others heal

from past hurts, bringing peace to families in

crisis, solving problems, going on mission trips

and making a difference in people’s lives.

I AM AN ARTIST. I am interested in being

creative, expressing myself through design and

illustration, working with my hands, learning

new technology and techniques and finding

beauty in ordinary things.

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CAMPUS LIFEYour journey to becoming U is not a solo

trip. Discovering how to connect your

God-given gifts with classroom training

occurs best in the context of family

and friends. OBU offers you a campus

life rich with meaningful friendships

and encouraging mentors. The friends

and faculty you meet on Bison Hill will

become your family away from home.

You can connect with your peers and

professors in more than 110 student

organizations focused on the

following areas:

» Academics

» Student Government

» Music Performance

» Social Clubs

» Campus Activities

» Intramural Sports

» Volunteer Service

» Honor Societies

» Student Recruitment

» Professional Organizations

» Campus Ministry and Outreach (see

page 26 for more information about

campus ministry opportunities)

… STARTS HERE

CAMPUS ORGANIZATIONSWant to connect with others who share your interests? Check out the

100-plus campus organizations. Some are academic in nature, some

are committed to meeting human needs, some are devoted to spiritual

development and some even involve an overseas adventure!

Create a moment. Create some memories. Get involved!

Everyone needs a group to provide support when the going gets

tough. Everyone needs friends who challenge us to reach higher.

Engaging in community provides you with opportunities to work

on a team toward a common goal, develop leadership and create

lifelong relationships because of shared experiences.

INTRAMURALSHow do you meet students who aren’t in your classes?

Get involved in intramurals! There is a variety of sports

from which to choose including your traditional flag

football, racquetball, tennis, basketball and softball

plus crazy contests in Ultimate Frisbee, miniature golf,

futsal and Gotcha.

STUDENT GOVERNMENTInterested in being an advocate for your peers and

leaving your legacy on Bison Hill? Put your leadership

skills into action by running for a class office or filling

a Senate seat.

RESIDENTIAL LIFEThere are 30 other students on your hall. So how do

you get acquainted with your neighbors? The people

you live with are the easiest friends to make! You see

them every day, play video games, watch your favorite

television program, catch up on the latest campus

news and, sometimes, even study together.

BECOMING ENGAGED IN COMMUNITY …

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The RAWC (Recreation and Wellness Center) is one of the newest and most popular

buildings on campus. This state-of-the-art facility was built specifically with OBU

students in mind.

You will find the RAWC is more than just a gym—it’s a community of sports fanatics,

health enthusiasts and life adventurers.

You can join forces with these individuals by participating in group fitness classes and

intramural sports programs, and in learning how to stay healthy.

THE RAWC: RECREATION AND WELLNESS CENTER

RAWC ACTIVITIESYou’ll find everything you need at the RAWC for a

hard-core workout. We have treadmills, incline and

elliptical trainers and FreeMotion™ weight machines.

We have rowers, recumbent and upright bikes, epic

strength and cross cable machines. We also have a

great range of free fitness classes that give you the

chance to try something new. Check out a few of the

options:

» Indoor Cycling

» Boot Camp

» Cardio Kickboxing

» Self-defense

» Abs and Core

» Water Fitness

» Pilates

If you’re new to the gym, don’t worry! The RAWC

staff will help you learn your way around the facility

and help you decide if you’d rather learn the ropes of

rock climbing, try your hand at racquetball or improve

your endurance with a swim.

At OBU you can push your physical self to become

stronger, faster and healthier. However, it’s not all

about cardio boot camp. Ever heard of wallyball?

Gather up your friends and hit the court to have a

great time while burning a few calories and relieving

some of that college stress.

The facility includes:

» 50 free-standing cardio and weight machines

» 29-foot rock climbing wall

» Indoor running track

» Three basketball/volleyball courts

» Three racquetball courts

» Junior Olympic indoor pool and locker rooms

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BECOMING A BISONBecoming U at OBU also means you

become a Bison. That’s an invitation

to join a community of sports lovers, a

world-class coaching staff and committed

athletes. So whether you want to scream

like a maniac from the stands or stretch

your athletic ability, OBU has a place for

you on the team.

We offer 17 varsity sports and eight junior

varsity-level sports programs. By 2013,

OBU will offer 21 varsity sports, making it

one of the largest programs in the NAIA.

We added men’s and women’s swimming

in 2011 and will begin women’s lacrosse

competition in the spring of 2013.

Currently, OBU offers the only varsity

college swim team in Oklahoma. We’re

also returning to our football roots by

adding a varsity team in the fall of 2013.

Our athletes have claimed 51

All-American recognitions. When you

join OBU athletics, you’re joining good

company—the company of champions.

Become a fan. Become part of the team.

Become a Bison.

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SPORTS ACHIEVEMENTS » Our indoor track and field Lady Bison

won the 2010 and 2011 NAIA titles.

» The men’s basketball team

captured the 2010 NAIA Division I

Championship.

» Bobby Cox, the Bison’s Head Baseball

Coach, was inducted into the NAIA

Hall of Fame in 2011.

» Track Coach Ford Mastin is a four-time

NAIA National Coach of the Year.

» The Bison played in the 2011 NAIA

College World Series. Three players

were drafted by major league teams.

» Women’s volleyball, men’s soccer,

and men’s and women’s track all

claimed Sooner Athletic Conference

Championships in 2010-2011.

Off the field…

» OBU athletes are consistently named

NAIA Scholar Athletes.

» Our baseball team raised more than

$2,000 for the Susan G. Komen for the

Cure Foundation.

» The Lady Bison volleyball team

supported Soles4Souls by collecting

more than one ton of shoes!

OBU TRADITION: KA-RIP

Ka-Rip is OBU’s competition-confounding school yell. When you

become a Bison, one of your first assignments will be to learn

Ka-Rip. You can start practicing now if you’d like, but you will

have plenty of opportunities to learn it during Welcome Week.

Ka-rip Ka-rap Ka-riplo typlo tap

Oh! Oh! Rincto lincto hio-totimus

Hopula scipula copula gotimus

Chink-to-lack Chink-to-lee

Ka-willa, Ka-walla, Ka Victory Oh! Oh!

Hoogula choogula choogula can.

Ragula tagula melican man

Let’er go rip, let’er go ruse

Tingula Tangula, turn’em a-loose

Zip! Bang! OBU! BECOMING U @ OBU

MEN’S VARSITY » Baseball

» Basketball

» Cross Country

» Football

» Golf

» Indoor Track & Field

» Outdoor Track & Field

» Soccer

» Swimming/Diving

» Tennis

WOMEN’S VARSITY » Basketball

» Cross Country

» Golf

» Indoor Track & Field

» Lacrosse

» Outdoor Track & Field

» Soccer

» Softball

» Swimming/Diving

» Tennis

» Volleyball

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IMAGINING UYOUR STORYWe know God is working in your life to transform you. We want to

join you on the journey of becoming U.

The Student Success Center was created to help you perform to

your very best abilities in the classroom. The Success Center staff

will help you develop successful study skills and better understand

your courses. They provide support for all core subjects as well as

discipline-specific courses. You can find a study group or meet one-

on-one with a peer mentor.

Our Honors Program will enhance your classroom learning by

allowing you to pursue special interests and participate in hands-on

learning and service experiences. An honors thesis is an option that

will take you outside the classroom and broaden your experience

through an intensive research experience.

When you leave OBU you will be equipped to lead and serve.

THEIR STORYThroughout the years, OBU has helped thousands of men and women, just like you,

discover and tell the stories of their lives. Today, almost 23,000 OBU alums are impacting

the world with their skills and faith. They are authors, teachers, ministers, musicians, artists,

journalists, biologists, veterinarians, chemists, entrepreneurs, community servants, nurses,

athletes, government officials, attorneys and more. Consider this:

» OBU GRADUATES HAVE A 90+ PERCENT ACCEPTANCE RATE TO MEDICAL SCHOOL.

» OBU BUSINESS GRADS HAVE SCORED IN THE TOP 10 PERCENT IN THE NATION ON THEIR MAJOR FIELD EXAMS.

» RECENT OBU TEACHER EDUCATION STUDENTS PASSED THEIR COMPETENCY EXAMS AT A RATE OF 97 PERCENT, AND 99 PERCENT ARE TEACHING FULL TIME.

» OBU MUSIC EDUCATION GRADS HAVE RECENTLY ENJOYED 100 PERCENT JOB PLACEMENT.

» OBU HAS MORE GRADUATES SERVING AS MISSIONARIES WITH THE SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION’S INTERNATIONAL MISSION BOARD THAN ANY OTHER UNIVERSITY.

» OBU GRADUATES HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED INTO GRADUATE PROGRAMS AT PRINCETON UNIVERSITY, DUKE UNIVERSITY, THE MAYO CLINIC AND GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, AMONG MANY OTHERS.

OUR STORYOBU academics integrate faith into all fields. You’ll hear a Christian

worldview in business classes just as you will in religion classes.

We’ve remained faithful to our founders’ vision of providing students

with an interdisciplinary approach to education. Every OBU degree

program features a common core of classes designed to provide a solid

foundation of knowledge.

As a Christian liberal arts university, OBU transforms lives by equipping students to:

» PURSUE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE,

» INTEGRATE FAITH WITH ALL AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE,

» ENGAGE A DIVERSE WORLD, AND

» LIVE WORTHY OF THE HIGH CALLING OF GOD IN CHRIST.

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THE BISON PLEDGEMore than half of all college students take

six years to earn their “four-year” degree.

We pledge to actively collaborate with

you and help you graduate in four years,

allowing you to begin graduate studies or

secure your dream job sooner. This is The

Bison Pledge.

OBU will offer all required courses

necessary for you to complete an

undergraduate degree and graduate

with a single major within four years.

OBU will provide a qualified faculty

advisor to assist you in scheduling

your classes and keeping you on track

to graduate within four years.

OBU will provide academic support

services to assist you in successfully

completing your degree and

graduating within four years.

If you keep your part of The Bison

Pledge and you are unable to

complete your degree within four

years, OBU will provide the additional

course(s) you need to complete your

degree at no tuition cost or offer

acceptable substitute courses.

Learn more about the

Bison Pledge and what

we expect of you:

LEARNING COMMUNITIES A Learning Community is a group of approximately 20 students who share at least three classes. They help lay the groundwork for long-

term collegiate success. Participating students connect with peers and professors outside the classroom, in community service, during study

groups and through social interaction.

HELPING U BECOME UOBU faculty members are more than professors. They are visionaries helping you imagine who and what you could become. They will challenge you

to discover your gifts and help you align your God-given passions with world-class instruction and training in a variety of fields.

WE HAVE 118 FACULTY MEMBERS WHO ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN FAITH AND COMMUNITY. OUR STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO IS 12:1—YOU WILL KNOW YOUR PROFESSORS, AND THEY WILL KNOW YOU.

Dr. Albert Chen, Professor of Physics

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You’ll meet Dr. Jeanne

Akin (professor of teacher

education), who thinks

Social Studies is much more

interesting when

experienced in 3-D.

You’ll meet Dr. Rich Rudebock

(associate professor of

business), who can turn any

current event into a relevant

business discussion.

You’ll meet Corey Fuller

(assistant professor of graphic

design), who competed in

OBU’s intramural ping pong

competition.

You’ll meet Dr. Ben Myers

(associate professor of English),

a poet who received accolades

for his first published volume,

Elegy for Trains.

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NURSINGOBU was the first university in the state

to offer the Bachelor of Science degree in

nursing. When you study in the College

of Nursing at OBU, you will benefit from

more than 50 years of experience in

training nurses. OBU nursing graduates

are in high demand by major healthcare

systems and community hospitals alike.

Why should you study nursing at OBU?

» Nursing at a four-year liberal arts

university will provide you a much

broader and deeper education than

you will receive at other institutions.

» 90+ percent of OBU nursing graduates

pass the NCLEX.

» You will take your first nursing class in

your first semester at OBU.

» You will interact with actual patients

during your second year.

» There is no “split-campus approach.”

You can start and finish all of your

coursework on our campus.

» You can experience your rotations in

major hospitals.

» If you begin in the College of Nursing

and maintain an acceptable grade

point average, you are guaranteed a

spot in the nursing program.

Are you becoming a nurse? If so, OBU is definitely the place for you. Although our nursing

heritage is rich, we believe our best days are ahead. Architects have already submitted

initial renderings of a new nursing building, fundraising is underway, and we fully expect

to break ground in the very near future.

For a complete list of majors, see page 23.

BECOMING INSPIREDAs a student in the College of Business, you will learn from Dr. Renita Murimi, assistant

professor of computer information science, who is using common technology to battle

a global health risk. Murimi received a $100,000 grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates

Foundation to fund a low-cost cell phone application targeting mosquitoes that spread

yellow and dengue fever. The innovative research will develop a cell phone application

which plays sound waves that Murimi believes will interfere with the Aedes aegypti

mosquito’s navigation system, preventing them from feeding and spreading disease.

IMAGINE BECOMING …

A LEADERIMAGINE BECOMING …

A HEALER

BUSINESSForecasters predict that degrees in

accounting, finance, computer science

and business administration will be

among the top five bachelor’s degrees

demanded by employers. Can you

imagine having one of the most sought-

after degrees upon graduation? After

graduating from OBU’s Paul Dickinson

College of Business, not only will you

be sought by employers, you will also

be equipped to make a difference in the

world. In fact, you’ll make a difference

while you are pursuing your degree.

Accounting majors earn up to 12

hours of credit for accounting work

in an actual firm. Students majoring

in finance manage portfolios and

provide investment analyses for off-

campus clients. International business

majors complete market research for

companies seeking to expand their

business markets in places such as Brazil,

Dubai and Malaysia. You’ll also learn

to connect your skills with community

service opportunities. Recently, students

conducted employability workshops for

residents of a women’s shelter.

Business graduates from OBU become

more than the next generation of

professionals. They become innovators.

For a complete list of majors, see page 23.

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SCIENCE & MATHGod is a God of order, not chaos, and

nowhere is that more evident than in the

disciplines of science and mathematics.

OBU professors in the James E. Hurley

College of Science and Mathematics

teach from a Christian worldview. They

prepare you to change the world by

challenging you to think critically and

integrate your faith with what you learn.

Imagine transforming the world by

researching cures for disease. Imagine

discovering unidentified species. Imagine

investing your life in the explorers of the

future.

OBU’s science and mathematics program

offers you training in natural science,

biochemistry, biology, chemistry, physics

and mathematics. OBU can help you

make a difference in the world as an

explorer, a visionary and a critical thinker.

Far from staying cooped up in the

laboratory, our students participate

in regional conferences and perform

independent senior research projects. For

example, you will have the opportunity to

complete field research around volcanoes

in Costa Rica and Hawaii.

You’ll be mentored by Dr. Dale Utt, an

entomologist who focuses on tropical

and marine ecosystems.

You’ll study under experts in aerospace engineering, entomology, genetics and forensics.

You’ll study with Dr. Brad Jett, a microbiologist specializing in pathogenic bacteriology.

Dr. Jett is widely known for preparing pre-med students who are the cream of the crop

(OBU pre-med graduates enjoy a pass rate of 90+ percent on the MCAT, nearly twice the

national average).

And between classes, you might find Dr. Albert Chen, a computational physicist with ties

to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, available for an impromptu Q&A.

For a complete list of majors, see page 23.

IMAGINE BECOMING …

A CRITICAL THINKERFINE ARTSStudying in the Warren M. Angell College of

Fine Arts, you will learn to express your God-

given gifts and reflect His glory through the

arts. Our unique studio space in the Division

of Art and Design is equipped for ceramics,

stained glass, weaving, printmaking and

painting.

Graphic art students make use of the most

current design tools. Recently, the artwork

produced by an OBU student was selected

by Starbucks Coffee to represent its 40th

Anniversary “Red River Blend” in the North

Texas and Oklahoma region.

A typical art student at OBU meets nationally

known artists through the professional

networks of our faculty, obtains internships

at high-profile corporations, and builds a

strong portfolio for the first job interview or

application for graduate school.

The OBU Division of Music develops artists

and scholars uniquely positioned to thrive in

the 21st century by integrating exceptional

performance, academic and service

opportunities with a solid Christian liberal

arts foundation.

The instructors are committed to fulfill this

mission by stretching your abilities and

providing performance opportunities on

campus and on tour. Perform operas such as

“The Marriage of Figaro,” tour internationally

with The Bison Jazz Orchestra or be prepared

to continue the heritage begun by other OBU

music graduates doing post-graduate work at

renowned programs such as Eastman School

of Music, The University of North Texas,

Boston Conservatory, and Indiana University.

Take a class or major in theater, digital

media, journalism, public relations or

applied communication in the Division of

Communication Arts. The most recent

Oklahoma Broadcast Education Association

annual competition included 200 entries

from universities across the state, including

the state’s largest universities. OBU students

placed first in six of the 20 categories: TV

feature story, TV entertainment short, TV

video essay, radio entertainment narrative,

radio PSA and radio entertainment short.

Join a community of artists eager to become

what God intends. Expand your imagination.

Study the arts at OBU.

For a complete list of majors, see page 23.

IMAGINE BECOMING…

A STRONG COMMUNICATOR

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THEOLOGY & MINISTRYGod intends for all of us to serve our fellow

man as followers of Christ, but some He calls

to serve in a ministry vocation. The faculty of

the Herschel H. Hobbs College of Theology

and Ministry will help you deepen your faith,

explore your calling and prepare for a life of

service.

Dr. Mark McClellan leads a faculty of scholars,

theologians, trailblazers and visionaries

who have dedicated their lives to bringing

the nations to Christ. Dr. McClellan’s career

includes extensive missionary service in

Central America and among U.S. Spanish-

speaking congregations.

Dr. Alan Bandy, assistant professor of

New Testament, is a rising star among

New Testament theologians and is quickly

becoming recognized as an authority on the

Book of Revelation. He frequently leads teams

of students on mission to places such as the

Amazon Jungle in Peru.

Dr. Scott Pace served as teaching pastor and

administrator for the First Baptist Church of

Daytona Beach, Florida, before joining the

OBU faculty as assistant professor of applied

ministry in 2010.

Dr. Bruce Carlton, the newest member of the

Hobbs faculty, has been engaged in cross-

cultural ministry for more than 24 years in

Hong Kong, Cambodia and South Asia as

well as the United States. He is a recognized

missiologist and also serves as director of the

Avery T. Willis Center for Global Outreach

located on OBU’s campus.

These godly leaders and their fellow

professors in the Hobbs College not only know

the Word of God, they live it on a daily basis.

They don’t just talk about ministry. They do it.

For a complete list of majors, see page 23.

BECOME INSPIRED » OBU is the first Southern Baptist

undergraduate institution to offer a

full program in orality studies.

» OBU adopted the Kai people group

(2.8 million) of South Asia. Through

the Avery T. Willis Center for Global

Outreach, OBU students are sharing

the Gospel and planting churches

among the Kai until 2025.

IMAGINE BECOMING …

A CHANGE AGENTIMAGINE BECOMING …

A SERVANT HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCESGod desires to change your life and,

through you, change the lives of others.

Whether encouraging an individual through

the implementation of your psychology

degree, influencing future generations in

an elementary classroom, or improving

someone’s quality of life as a physical

therapist, the College of Humanities and

Social Sciences will prepare you for life as a

change agent.

Regardless of your major, you will engage

pressing social issues in global contexts

through your studies and the teaching

approach will equip you to view ideas

through the lens of your faith.

The College contains four divisions of study:

» Division of Language and Literature

» Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences

» Division of Kinesiology and Leisure Studies

» Division of Teacher Education

One of our fastest growing areas of academic

study is the Division of Kinesiology and

Leisure Studies (KALS). Students are being

prepared for careers as physical therapists,

wellness instructors and personal trainers.

Some are focusing on sharpening their

leadership skills through the study of camp

administration and sports management while

others are earning their coaching certificates.

OBU is also home to the National Sports

and Recreation Ministry Center, led by

Dr. Bill Buchanan, arguably the nation’s

leading expert in the field. Imagine learning

from the best!

The Division of Teacher Education takes

a back seat to no one. Professor and chair

Dr. John Farris serves on state and national

education organizations. What does this mean

for you? Once again, you can learn from a

nationally respected leader in the field.

Our Psychology program can either prepare

you for graduate work or move you further

toward the goal of licensed counseling.

Political Science students gain experience

in OBU’s Model Arab League. Anthropology

majors often study overseas in places such as

Israel and Thailand.

For a complete list of majors, see page 23.

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WHO ARE U?At OBU, you can choose from 10 bachelor’s degrees and 84 different majors. Most tracks are flexible and can be tailored to your strengths and

interests. These identity profiles will help you consider your areas of interest. For a complete listing of OBU’s academic offerings, visit us online

at okbu.edu/majors.

WHO ARE U?At OBU, you can choose from 10 bachelor’s degrees and 84 different majors. Most tracks are flexible and can be tailored to your strengths and

interests. These identity profiles will help you consider your areas of interest. For a complete listing of OBU’s academic offerings, visit us online

at okbu.edu/majors.

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I AM AN ORGANIZER. I am interested in

details, being challenged, entrepreneurship,

creating value, problem solving, technology

and Web development, influencing others

and building relationships.

I AM A CHANGE AGENT. I am interested

in how people think, engaging different

cultures, being an agent of change,

thinking critically and missions.

I AM A HELPER. I am interested in helping

others, meeting needs, making a difference,

instilling character in children, reading and

writing, research and hands-on learning

methods.

I AM A THINKER. I am interested in

understanding worldviews and interpreting

ideas, advanced studies, research and

analysis, reading, creative and technical

writing, learning new languages and

missions.

I AM A SERVANT. I am interested in digging

deeper into God’s Word, helping others

connect biblical truths to daily life, the

development of Christianity, reading and

writing, exploring other cultures and

continents, serving the local church and

planting new ones.

I AM A COMMUNICATOR. I am interested

in engaging worldviews and ideas in the

public sphere, ministering to others, being

imaginative, inspiring others, innovation,

learning new languages, writing and

research, law and bringing peace out of

crisis.

I AM A PEACEMAKER. I am interested in

helping others find physical and emotional

healing, bringing peace to homes in

crisis, listening to and solving problems,

understanding society, missions, law

and law enforcement, and working with

children and community groups.

I AM AN ARTIST. I am interested in self-

expression and creativity, design and

illustration, working with my hands,

learning new technology, photography

and art history.

I AM AN EXPLORER. I am interested

in exploration and discovery, using

technology, preserving ecosystems,

advanced studies and research and

solving problems.

I AM A MUSICIAN. I am interested in being

creative, leading worship, playing in a band,

singing and composing, learning to play

new instruments and helping others learn

to enjoy and understand music.

I AM A SPORTS FAN. I am interested in

promoting health and wellness, working

with and managing a team, encouraging

and coaching others, rehabilitating injuries,

sports medicine and sports ministry.

FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF OBU’S ACADEMIC OFFERINGS, VISIT US ONLINE AT OKBU.EDU/MAJORS

MAJORSBUSINESS

» Accounting

» Accounting -

Interdisciplinary Emphasis

» Computer Information Systems

» Computer Science

» Data Management Emphasis

» Interdisciplinary Emphasis

» Finance

» International Business

» Management

» Marketing

COMMUNICATIONS » Applied Communication

» Digital Media Arts

» News & Information (Journalism)

» Strategic Communication

(Public Relations)

EDUCATION » Early Childhood Education

» Elementary Education

» English Education, Secondary

» Health & Physical

Education, P-12

» Instrumental Certificate, P-12

» Mathematics Education,

Secondary

» Science Education, Secondary

» Social Sciences Education,

Secondary

» Special Education, P-12

» Vocal Certificate, P-12

NURSING » LPN Option

» RN Option

FINE ARTS » Art

» Church Music

» Graphic Design

» Music

» Music Composition

» Musical Arts

» Piano Performance

» Piano Performance -

Pedagogy Emphasis

» Studio Art

» Theatre

» Vocal Performance

» Worship Arts

LANGUAGE & LITERATURE » English

» Multilingual Communication

» Spanish

THEOLOGY & MINISTRY » Applied Ministry

» Children’s Ministry Emphasis

» Cross-Cultural Ministry

(Missions) Emphasis

» Educational Ministry Emphasis

» Pastoral Ministry Emphasis

» Youth Ministry Emphasis

» Christian Studies

» Orality Studies

» Philosophy

» Religion

» Religion - Biblical Languages

Emphasis

RECREATION & EXERCISE SCIENCE » Athletic Coaching Certificate

» Exercise & Sports Science

» Exercise Physiology

& Wellness Emphasis

» Personal Training/Strength

& Conditioning Emphasis

» Pre-Allied Health &

Rehabilitation Services

Emphasis

» Leisure Services Management

» Camp Administration

Emphasis

» Sports & Recreation

Management Emphasis

» Sports Ministry Emphasis

SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS » Biochemistry

» Biology

» Biology - Forensic

Emphasis

» Chemistry

» Chemistry - Forensic Emphasis

» Mathematics

» Natural Science

» Physics

SOCIAL SCIENCES » Anthropology

» Family & Community Services -

Community Services Track

» Family & Community Services -

Family Life Track

» History

» Political Science

» Political Science - International

Relations Emphasis

» Psychology

» Psychology - Pre-Counseling

» Sociology

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS » Pre-Dentistry

» Pre-Engineering

» Pre-Law

» Pre-Medicine

» Pre-Occupational Therapy

» Pre-Physical Therapy

CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS, THEN REVIEW THE LIST OF POSSIBLE MAJORS ON THE FACING PAGE. SEE IF ANY OF THEM FIT YOUR INTERESTS.

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“OBU HAS ENCOURAGED ME, AS WELL AS OTHERS, TO STEP OUT OF OUR LITTLE BOXES IN ORDER TO A SEE A WORLD THAT IS IN NEED OF THE LOVE THAT JESUS CHRIST HAS TO OFFER. I FEEL AS THOUGH I WAS ENCOURAGED TO ACCEPT THE CALLING THAT GOD PUT IN MY LIFE AND NOT JUST DREAM ABOUT IT, BUT ACT UPON IT.” –Lauren Smith, Applied Communications major, Greenwood, Ark.

BECOMING GLOBALLY ENGAGED Whatever career you choose, God desires you to reach out to others and engage the world. Your journey to becoming the person God intends will

include fulfilling the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. Becoming U at OBU means we equip you to make disciples of all nations—

no matter if you are a minister or an artist.

You do not have to look far to find ways to engage a diverse world while you are at OBU. Your classmates will come from 40 states and 20

nations. You’ll be surrounded by opportunities to interact with people from near and far and experience other cultures.

The Avery T. Willis Center for Global Outreach is named after former missionary and OBU alum, the late Dr. Avery T. Willis. The center provides

you with opportunities to reach out to people around the globe with the Gospel message and empowers you to integrate your faith and

education through cross-cultural experiences.IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A MORE INTENSE INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE, YOU MIGHT CONSIDER OUR STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS.Imagine soaking up world history in Germany, Switzerland and Austria. Imagine practicing your Italian over

authentic pizza and cappuccinos in Italy’s patio cafés. Imagine absorbing C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity or The

Chronicles of Narnia on the literary giant’s home turf in Belfast and Oxford. Imagine catching the sights and

sounds of London on an iconic double decker bus while experiencing British culture.

World discovery and cultural engagement fall squarely in line with OBU’s commitment to engaging a diverse

world. Our Study Abroad program gives you real-life tools to integrate your faith with knowledge.

Personal growth is not the only result of our Study Abroad programs. Studying overseas will also enhance your

career opportunities. Reports indicate employers look for graduates who have international study experience.

Employers know that international experience often contributes to personal growth, deeper intellectual

development, a greater sense of direction and the ability to adapt to challenging situations.

Dare to imagine. Imagine who you could become while discovering world cultures through a Christ-centered

perspective. The possibilities are endless. Find out more about becoming globally engaged through OBU’s

Study Abroad program by visiting okbu.edu/academics/studyabroad.

GO TRIPSThrough the Global Outreach Center you can participate in exciting GO Trips that combine hands-on missions experience with your course of

study. Imagine traveling to Europe, Brazil, Japan, Asia, or Africa to lead Bible studies, teach English, conduct Vacation Bible Schools or provide

medical care.

On previous GO Trips, OBU students have:

» ENGAGED THE KAI PEOPLE OF SOUTHEAST ASIA (OBU’S ADOPTED PEOPLE GROUP)

» ESTABLISHED RELATIONSHIPS WITH SOUTH AMERICANS IN THE AMAZON BASIN

» CONDUCTED ENGLISH-AS-A-SECOND-LANGUAGE CLASSES WITH COLLEGE STUDENTS IN EAST ASIA

» PROVIDED MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IN MEXICAN VILLAGES AND THE MIDDLE EAST

Are you ready to become globally engaged? Find out more about GO Trips and

how to receive academic credit for your missions experiences by visiting okbu.edu/go.

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WORSHIPOUTREACHCOMMUNITY

CAMPUS MINISTRYOn your journey to becoming U at OBU,

you will find a network of encouraging

mentors among our faculty, staff and

upperclassmen. The Campus Ministry

Office at OBU presents you with an array

of opportunities to worship, serve and

engage the local community and

the world.

God is calling you to a deeper relationship

with Him. Through Campus Ministry

you will be challenged to grow in your

understanding of Scripture and to put it

into action. Within the first few weeks of

your arrival on campus you will have the

chance to join a small discipleship group

and begin a semester-long discussion

about leadership, relationships, social

responsibility, conflict resolution and

other real-life topics.

You’ll also find community at OBU

through service projects and worship

experiences. In fact, finding community

at OBU won’t be the hard part—deciding

where to plug in first will.

SOME CAMPUS MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES AT OBU 9 Network – Discover your God–given gifts and passions while connecting with others in their walk with Christ.

9 905 – Grow spiritually through discipleship, worship and campus–oriented service.

9 Refuge – This time of worship and Bible study for women is a special place where you can focus on the Lord and be accepted as

yourself.

9 Noonday – Don’t miss this free lunch and devotion event sponsored by a local church each week.

9 Chapel Services – This is a mid–week time of inspiring worship and biblical instruction for faculty, staff and students.

9 Canterbury – This is a downtown Shawnee worship event incorporating creative arts and community outreach.

9 Age2Age – Bridge the age–gap by providing nursing home residents with opportunities to worship and fellowship.

9 Philos – Engage new cultures each week while

helping international students assimilate to the U.S.

9 Hope House – Hang out with high–risk youth at a

Shawnee youth shelter.

9 Mission Center – Share hope with Oklahoma City

children through games and Bible stories.

9 Spero Project – Help refugees adjust to the U.S.

by teaching conversational English and basic

American life skills.

LEARN MORETake a closer look at your campus

ministry opportunities online at

okbu.edu/campuslife/ministry.

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OUR CAMPUSOur campus, known as Bison Hill, covers 200 acres. We have the usual residential halls, apartments, academic buildings, athletic facilities, library,

and administration building. The campus also has features unique to OBU such as Stubblefield Chapel. It was in this small wood-frame church

that the idea of Oklahoma Baptist University was born in 1907. The campus, though beautiful and functional, will be even more spectacular in

the years ahead. In November 2010 the OBU Board of Trustees adopted a new Master Plan for campus expansion that provides for continued

enrollment growth and the strengthening of our academic programs.

The Geiger Center is our student union building. Students enjoy friendly games of ping pong, great conversation, and TV time on the big screen.

It is also home to the dining hall, the Geiger Counter (a fast food grill) and Java City coffee shop as well as the university bookstore.

TECHNOLOGYWe are continually making strides to keep campus

technology updated. Wireless connections are found

throughout campus, including the residence halls. The

university also provides free Microsoft Office and McAffee

Anti-Virus software to students. Enrolled students also have

access to our Dell education discount to purchase a laptop

or any other Dell merchandise.

CAMPUS SAFETYKeeping you safe so you can enjoy your OBU learning

experience is a top priority. We maintain a University Police

Department whose officers conduct campus patrols on

foot and by vehicle 24 hours a day. Officers also staff the

registration desks located just inside the main entrances of

residence halls from 11 p.m. until 7 a.m., providing protection

for residents throughout the night.

OBU TRADITIONSTHE BISON

Before OBU was established, Bison Hill was well-

known bison territory. Bison provided food and

clothing to the Native Americans. OBU chose the

bison as its mascot, in the hope graduates would

also help meet the world’s needs.

THE WALK

The Walk represents a student’s full journey at

OBU. Conducted the night before your first day

of classes and the day you graduate, it begins at

the Oval and ends at Raley Chapel.

THE GREEN & GOLD

In the early days, Oklahoma wildflowers provided

a sea of green and gold on Bison Hill when they

bloomed in the spring. Thus, green and gold

were adopted as the official school colors.

THE BEANIE

The freshman beanie, worn during Welcome

Week, bonds past and present generations at

OBU.

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SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMALocated in the heart of Oklahoma, Shawnee is a great place for you to call home. You get the best of both worlds here—

a small-town feel with access to metropolitan areas. Shawnee is just 35 miles from Oklahoma City, 90 miles from Tulsa and

200 miles from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. So there’s much to explore in town and in the surrounding areas.

In Shawnee, grab some friends and check out a movie at the $1.50 theatre downtown or at one of two multiplex theaters. Get

a snow cone at Janie’s or play Ultimate Frisbee at a local park. Shawnee businesses prepare for your arrival to campus each

year. During the first week of school, local businesses host Spotlight on Shawnee to welcome students to the city. It’s really a

big downtown block party, and they give away great free stuff!

Choosing OBU means you have plenty of space to roam. So head down the road to Oklahoma City where you can cheer on

the Thunder as they battle NBA foes. Visit one of the museums, catch a Broadway show, enjoy a RedHawks baseball game

or eat at some of the popular restaurants in Bricktown. Plan a weekend road trip to the Wichita Mountains to hike, camp and

climb, or head to another corner of the state and float the river with some friends. You’ll find the nearby urban areas are close

enough to enjoy cultural events or to complete an internship.

OBU CAMPUS MAP1. Shawnee Hall

2. Thurmond Hall

3. W.P. Wood Science Building

4. Art Department

5. Art Annex

6. Ford Music Hall

7. Bailey Business Center

8. Montgomery Hall

9. WMU Residence Center

10. Owens Hall

11. Mabee Learning Center

12. President’s House

13. Sarkeys Telecomm. Center

14. Geiger Center

15. Kerr Residence Hall

16. Stubblefield Chapel

17. Midland Apartments

18. Campus Safety

19. Burns/Cobbs Apartments

20. Devereaux East Apartments

21. Devereaux West Apartments

22. Howard Residence Complex

23. Raley Chapel

Potter Auditorium

(Upper Level)

Yarborough Auditorium

(Lower Level)

24. Jent Alumni Center

25. Taylor Residence Center

26. Millennium Park

27. Faculty Housing

28. Soccer Complex

29. Bison Field at Ford Park

30. Coates Baseball/Softball Building

31. Lady Bison Softball Park

32. MacArthur Drive Apartments

33. Agee Residence Center

34. Athletic Administration Offices

(Baxter Lower Level)

35. Noble Complex for Athletics

36. West University Apartments

37. Tennis Courts

38. Recreation and Wellness Center

39. Intramural Fields

40. Hurt Memorial Track Complex

41. J. P. Chance Track Building

42. Facilities Management

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WELCOME WEEKWelcome Week is designed to get you acclimated to your new

environment. We promise that our Tri-Ws will make you feel at home

at OBU by the end of the week.

Tri-Ws (Welcome Week Workers) are upperclassmen who return to

campus early just to show you the ropes. You’ll feel welcomed from

the moment you pull onto Bison Hill as they descend on your car,

unload all your earthly possessions and carry it all to your new room.

Your parents will be particularly glad about that!

For the next four days you’ll be engaged in high-energy activities

and meaningful experiences that will teach you everything from how

to “go with Ka-Rip,” and how to serve Shawnee, to how to pursue

scholarship through a Christian worldview.

Welcome Week is where your journey to becoming U truly begins. It’s

fun. It’s crazy. It’s challenging. And, well … it’s welcoming! Check out a

sample Welcome Week schedule and a slideshow at okbu.edu.

Are you ready to begin your journey of

becoming U at OBU?

There are multiple ways you can connect with

OBU even before you become a student.

Our Fall, Winter, and Spring Preview Days

give you a real taste of the OBU experience.

Take a campus tour, investigate our academic

programs and learn about scholarships and

financial aid. You and your parents can meet

professors and current students and visit with

your admissions counselor.

After you’ve been accepted to OBU, come

to Be-A-Bison Day. This day is specifically for

high school seniors who want a closer look

at student life. You’ll get to spend a day on

campus hanging out with a current student,

attend a chapel service, sit in on a class,

grab lunch in the dining hall and explore the

residence halls. If you want even more out of

your campus visit experience, consider coming

to Night on the Hill.

BECOMING CONNECTED

Find OBU on FacebookOklahoma Baptist University

Follow OBU on Twitter@OBUNews

Sign up online or contact

the OBU admissions office

OKBU.EDU | 800.654.3285

JANUARY TERM (J-TERM)A three-week mini-term is offered in January, right before

the spring semester begins. J-term is mandatory for new

freshmen, but you would want to take it anyway. Housing is

free if you lived in a residence hall during the fall semester, and

some J-term courses are tuition-free. OBU provides unique

course offerings, and there is still plenty of activity on campus.

Continue building the relationships you established in the fall,

and maintain progress on your degree.

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BECOMING U @ OBUIn this book, we’ve challenged you to dig deep and dream big. We’ve asked you to examine your God-given gifts

and asked “Who are U?” We’ve also asked you to imagine utilizing your gifts and interests in a specific field by

asking “What are U passionate about?” We’ve asked these questions for a reason. We want you to discover God’s

plan for your life.

You are unique, and God is calling you to a unique future. In fact, even before you were born, God designed a plan

to shape you into the person He intends. We see great potential in you and a big future ahead of you. We can help

you become U. Let’s review:

OBU CONSISTENTLY TAKES TOP HONORS IN NATIONAL COLLEGE RANKINGS:

» FOR THE 17TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR, OBU WAS OKLAHOMA’S HIGHEST-RATED BACCALAUREATE COLLEGE IN U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT’S ANNUAL RANKING OF “AMERICA’S BEST COLLEGES.” AND IN THE 2011 RATINGS, WE RANKED SECOND IN THE WEST. OBU HAS MADE THE NEWS MAGAZINE’S “TOP 10” IN ITS CATEGORY FOR 19 CONSECUTIVE YEARS.

» FOR THE SIXTH STRAIGHT YEAR, OBU WAS NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COLLEGES IN THE WESTERN UNITED STATES BY THE PRINCETON REVIEW. OBU WAS RECOMMENDED AS ONE OF THE “BEST IN THE WEST” IN THEIR REVIEW OF “2011 BEST COLLEGES: REGION BY REGION.”

» FOR THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW, OBU IS THE HIGHEST-RANKED UNIVERSITY IN OKLAHOMA IN THE FORBES.COM LISTING OF “AMERICA’S BEST COLLEGES.”

ADMISSIONS 101: START HEREReady to begin your journey of becoming the person

God intends? These are your first steps:

» Apply for admission online beginning June 1 after

your junior year in high school (okbu.edu/apply).

» Ask your guidance counselor to send us a copy of

your transcript (with your ACT or SAT scores).

Fax it to 405.878.2068.

» Schedule a campus visit. You can do this online

(okbu.edu/visit).

Our admissions counselors will guide you through the

journey. Give us a call.

FINANCIAL AID 101: DREAMING BIG DOESN’T MEAN A BIG PRICE TAGWe think you will be surprised at how affordable OBU

truly is. In fact, 99 percent of our students receive

some form of financial aid. This year, we provided

$12.9 million in scholarships to individuals just like

you. We offer grants based on financial need and

academic, athletic and talent scholarships.

Check out the online academic scholarship calculator

(okbu.edu/scholarships). Just plug in your high school

GPA and ACT/SAT test score, then see what pops up!

Learn about additional opportunities for scholarships

and financial aid on our website.

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