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Ouachita's Ian Cosh Receives Honorary Doctorate From Liverpool Hope University, Kaitlyn Stoddard, Ouachita News Bureau

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Ian Cosh, vice president emeritus for community and international engagement at Ouachita Baptist University, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Education degree from Liverpool (England) Hope University in July 2022 at the university’s graduation ceremony in the United Kingdom.

Dr. Gerald Pillay, vice chancellor and rector of Hope, notified Cosh at the end of the Spring 2021 semester that he was to receive the degree in recognition of his contributions to international education and support of Hope over many years. Cosh said he was “blown away by the honor because it was totally unexpected and one of the greatest honors …

Outstanding Alumni Honored During Ouachita's Homecoming Festivities Oct. 8, Felley Lawson, Ouachita News Bureau

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Five Ouachita Baptist University graduates received the university’s Alumni Milestone Award on Saturday, Oct. 8. Based on their professional achievements, community service and dedication to their alma mater, the honorees were selected by a committee of Ouachita faculty and staff and Dr. Ben Sells, Ouachita president.

“Exemplary graduates are nominated every year for the Alumni Milestone Award,” Sells said. “Our goal is to select inductees who, by the way they live their lives, represent our amazing alumni and demonstrate the qualities that make Ouachita, Ouachita.”

Scholarship Endowed At Ouachita To Honor David Sharp, Julie Shands, Ouachita News Bureau

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An endowed athletic scholarship has been established at Ouachita Baptist University in honor of David Sharp, the university’s director of athletics, and his more than four decades of service to Ouachita.

“I’m not sure there’s a better feeling than being recognized by your teammates, peers, colleagues, fellow alumni and friends,” said Sharp. “I am so honored that all these people had a part in establishing this endowed scholarship. It’s quite humbling, and it’s good to know that we’ll be able to assist future Ouachita football players in pursuing their dream of playing college football and earning a college degree.”

Jim Heynen's Knack For Wonder-Filled Literature, James C. Schaap

The Voice

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Alumnus Eric Hoeksema: At Home In Ukraine, Sarah Moss

The Voice

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Professor Nana Quaicoe: At Home In The Classroom, James C. Schaap

The Voice

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Stepping Up For Ouachita 2022 Honorees Announced, Ouachita News Bureau

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Ouachita Baptist University’s Office of Development will host its annual Stepping Up for Ouachita luncheon Friday, Nov. 4, at Chenal Country Club in Little Rock, Ark. Simmons Bank is presenting sponsor for the 2022 luncheon, which will honor Nancy Benton of Jonesboro, Ark.; Sheila Powell Strickland of Fort Worth, Texas; Sarah Shell Teague of Fayetteville, Ark.; and Toni Thrash of Little Rock, Ark.

“Stepping up for Ouachita began with the purpose of increasing scholarship dollars for women,” said Terry Peeples, Ouachita’s vice president for development. “The honorees always represent women who love their family and their Lord. They are all …

Tolbert Named Vice President For Finance At Ouachita, Julie Shands, Ouachita News Bureau

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Jason Tolbert, formerly the chief financial officer at Ouachita Baptist University, has been named the university’s vice president for finance effective June 1.

“Jason has been a key partner in our university-wide journey to make Ouachita’s mission more viable financially,” said Dr. Ben R. Sells, Ouachita’s president. “Ouachita is financially stronger than at any time in the past two decades, and Jason’s leadership has been instrumental. His new title also reflects the additional responsibilities he’s assumed during his tenure.”

These include overseeing Ouachita’s budget and coordinating budget audits, stewarding the university’s endowment and supervising several administrative areas including business services, …

July 2022 Bulldog Alumni & Friends News, Kari Jones, Garrett King

Bulldog Alumni & Friends News

The 16th Annual Athletic Auction and Dinner is August 20 at the Pioneer Cellular Events Center. This event provides vital scholarship support for Bulldog athletes. Tickets and table sponsorships are now available.

Ms-286: Elizabeth And Elmer Mckee, Class Of 1944, Jessica A. Cromer

All Finding Aids

This collection contains over 500 letters, 17 V-Mail, and 25 additional items, including Elmer’s college transcript, military documents, and personal narrative. The bulk of the letters are written by Elmer (Chuck) to Elizabeth (Diz), but there are over 100 letters written by Elizabeth in the closing years of this collection (1945-46). These letters provide insight into the Gettysburg College experience during the early 1940’s and the daily life of men stationed in Europe during World War II. Many of the letters depict Elmer and Elizabeth navigating their personal relationship, whilst simultaneously navigating the complex time period in which they lived. …

June 2022 Bulldog Alumni & Friends News, Kari Jones, Garrett King

Bulldog Alumni & Friends News

SWOSU will be on the road this summer! Join us for a complimentary happy hour. We kick off in Oklahoma City June 23 and Tulsa on July 21. We can’t wait to see you!

Dr. Jeremy Greer Returns To Ouachita As The Next Dean Of The Pruet School Of Christian Studies, Brooke Zimny, Office Of Communications & Marketing

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Dr. Jeremy Greer, a 1998 Ouachita graduate and second generation pastor, has completed his first semester as the new dean of Ouachita’s Pruet School of Christian Studies. Greer has long ties to the university as well as Arkansas Baptists in addition to higher education experience through teaching and administrative roles.

“My overarching feeling is gratitude,” Greer said. “I am grateful to once again be an Arkansas Baptist. I am grateful to serve an institution for which I have such deep affections and appreciation. I am grateful to serve alongside faithful men and women whom God has used to transform me …

Jason Tolbert ('97) (Chief Financial Officer), Jon Merryman, Office Of Communications & Marketing

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As soon as Jason Tolbert started his college search as a high school student in Wynne, Ark., he knew if he could afford to go to Ouachita, he would. It’s not hard to believe that, even then, making the numbers work was a top priority for Tolbert, who now serves as Ouachita’s chief financial officer (CFO).

Tolbert grew up visiting Ouachita each summer for Arkansas Baptist camps like Super Summer and Music Arkansas (now Praise Works). He’d continue visiting campus more as his sister, Jennifer (Tolbert ’97) Byrd became a student; soon, Ouachita felt like home.

Robert S. Moore Jr. Given Distinguished Alumni Award, Felley Lawson, Office Of Communications & Marketing

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Arkansas Highway Commission Chairman Robert S. Moore Jr. received the Distinguished Alumni Award for Public Service to the State of Arkansas from Ouachita during an August luncheon held on campus in his honor.

The award was presented to Moore by Dr. Ben R. Sells, Ouachita president, and Taylor King, chair of the university’s Board of Trustees.

Terry Dewitt ('88) (Chair, Department Of Kinesiology, And Professor Of Kinesiology), Jon Merryman, Office Of Communications & Marketing

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As a high school senior in Gravette, Ark., Dr. Terry DeWitt didn’t have college on his radar until just before graduation. A first-generation college student, DeWitt enrolled as a freshman at the University of Central Arkansas. But he transferred after just one semester when his aunt, Nancy Hardman, encouraged him to consider Ouachita and Coach Buddy Benson offered him a work-study job as an athletic trainer.

“I knew I needed to make a change, and Ouachita was the place for me,” DeWitt said. “I also knew I needed to grow in my Christian faith and my walk, which at the …

John Barber ('99) & Becky Ellis ('08) (Helping Those Impacted By Disability), Kiki Schleiff Cherry, Office Of Communications & Marketing

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Alumni John Barber and Becky Ellis will tell you that life can lead to unexpected places.

They both work for Joni and Friends, an international ministry founded by Joni Eareckson Tada, seeking to communicate the gospel and mobilize the global church to evangelize, disciple and serve people living with disabilities.

A Reunion For Ernie Benally, James C. Schaap

The Voice

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Ouachita Dedicates Newly-Renovated Tatman Corner Apartments, Felley Lawson, Ouachita News Bureau

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Ouachita Baptist University welcomed community leaders to the newly-updated Tatman Corner student apartments April 15 for a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event honored the Tatman family’s gift to the university and celebrated additional improvements to student housing.

May 2022 Bulldog Alumni & Friends News, Kari Jones, Garrett King

Bulldog Alumni & Friends News

On April 29, Dr. Diane Lovell was inaugurated as the 18th President of Southwestern Oklahoma State University.

Black Women Students In The Ivory Tower: A Case Study Of The College Of The Holy Cross, Meah S. Austin

Psychology Department Student Scholarship

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Columns Spring 2022, Southern Adventist University

Alumni Newsletter

Features information about elder care, Southern Adventist University's arboretum, and the importance of internships.

Otterbein Towers Spring 2022, Otterbein Towers

Towers Magazine

Letter From the President; Bold Beginnings; Rewriting the Rules; A History of Striving to do Things Right; Student Life Traditions: For the Good of Our Students; Athletic Traditions: Champions On and Off the Field; We Are a Smarter Way to Learn; A History of Generosity; The Power of an Otterbein Degree; Class Notes

Dr. Justin K. Hardin Named Ouachita's Vice President For Academic Affairs, Felley Lawson, Ouachita News Bureau

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Dr. Justin K. Hardin has been named Ouachita Baptist University’s vice president for academic affairs, effective in summer 2022. He brings a strong background in teaching, scholarship and administration to his new role as the university’s chief academic officer.

Hardin succeeds Dr. Stan Poole, who is returning to the classroom as full-time professor of English after serving for 19 years as Ouachita’s VPAA.

Hardin earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and Biblical studies from Ouachita in 1998, a Master of Divinity degree from Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School in 2001 and two degrees from the University of Cambridge: …

Five Things You Should Know This Week, Georgia Southern University

A Few Things You Should Know This Week

• An Update on Additional Pay Coming for Eligible Full Time, Benefited State Employees
• Deadline is This Week to Nominate Alumni for 40 Under 40 Honor
• Volunteers Needed for Spring 2022 Commencement Ceremonies
• Vaccine Shots and Boosters are Available on Campus
• COVID-19 Testing Also Still Available on Campus

The Dark Side Of Giftedness, Philip Miller

Alumni Publications

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Ouachita's School Of Fine Arts Hosts Alumna Caitlin Secrest In Concert Feb. 22, Julie Shands, Ouachita News Bureau

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Ouachita Baptist University’s Division of Music will host vocalist Caitlin Secrest in concert Tuesday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in Mabee Fine Arts Center’s McBeth Recital Hall. Secrest’s performance is part of the university’s guest artist series. The concert is free and open to the public.

A native of Arkadelphia, Secrest graduated from Ouachita in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in vocal performance. She is in her sixth season performing in shows in Branson, Mo., including Thank You For The Music: A Modern Tribute to ABBA, Beach Boys’ California Dreamin’, Comedy Jamboree, Broadway’s Greatest Hits, Anthems of Rock and Sinatra …

Depauw University School Of Nursing Alumni Presentation, Bethany Fiechter

Library Faculty publications

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The Ouachita Circle Winter 2022, Ouachita Baptist University

The Ouachita Circle: The Alumni Magazine of Ouachita Baptist University

Momentum: Applying The Science to Our Lives: Drs. Angela and Matt Douglass bring their physics and philosophy expertise to bear on momentum.

New Student Apartments Rising for Fall 2022: Ouachita broke ground on new housing to support residential life and beautify campus.

First Cohort in M.ED. Program Begins: New online grad program emphasizes teaching as a calling alongside skill development.

Alumni Milestone Awards Announced: Alumni from the classes of 1970, '71, '80, '81, '90, '91, '00, '01, '10, & '11 were honored this fall.

Campus Update: Plans for engineering program in progress.

Faculty Profile: Dr. Terry DeWitt seeks to elevate …

Summer 2022, Southwestern Oklahoma State University Office Of Institutional Advancement And Alumni

Echoes from the Hill

Echoes from the Hill is written by the staff of the Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) Office for Institutional Advancement (OIA).

Expansion at Crowder Lake

North Family Lecture Series

SWOSU Now Home to General Thomas P. Stafford Archives

Dr. Lovell Comes Home to SWOSU

Esports

Church Scholarship for Mathematics

SWOSU Expands to Yukon

Campus Flashback

SWOSU Launches Digital Transcript Delivery

Oklahoma Research Day at the Capitol

The Johnson Family (A Ouachita Legacy From A Parent's Perspective), Jon Merryman, Office Of Communications & Marketing

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When you think of Tigers for Life, the Johnson family may have set a record – six Ouachita graduates in eight years, and one more headed for the stage in 2023. The Johnson family legacy began with Sally (Sullivan) Johnson, a 1954 graduate, and the Ouachita connections continued in the next generation. Sally’s son, Jerry G. Johnson, didn’t attend Ouachita but came to know the institution through his work and friendship with Ouachita alumnus and benefactor Frank Hickingbotham. Neither Sally nor Jerry could have guessed that all seven of Jerry’s children would one day call Ouachita home.

Jerry and his …