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February 12-13
March 5-6
March 12-13
April 9-10

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ORU QUEST: Experience It!

ORU QUEST: Experience It!

You're invited to Oral Roberts University! This personalized, immersive campus experience lets you see what your future could look like as a Golden Eagle.

  • Compete for a full-tuition Quest Scholarship
  • Connect with current students and make new friends
  • Dive into your academic interests during open houses, class visits, and info sessions
  • Experience ORU’s spiritual life through Chapel
  • Explore opportunities to get involved on campus
  • Get an early look at upcoming residence hall renovations
  • Stay overnight in the dorms*
  • Take a campus tour 

Parents: We have prepared special moments throughout the event where you can learn about various aspects, such as college payment options, campus safety, student support, and more.

*Overnight visits are exclusive to students admitted to Oral Roberts University. Submit your application today!

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Aside from Check-In, the Lunch with ORU's President, Dr. William M. Wilson, and the Soaring Send-Off Closing Session, all sessions* are optional. Personalize your schedule with what’s most helpful to you!

*More sessions are coming soon!

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13


07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hamill Dining Hall

Breakfast (Overnight Only)

Please Note: Quest Plus guests do not need to go through Check-In again. Quest Plus parents are welcome to join breakfast (self-pay).

Meal vouchers will be provided for all students at the entrance of the cafeteria. Please show your Quest wristband to receive your voucher.
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Mabee Center, North Lobby

Event Check-In & Welcome

This is where your Quest experience begins! Swing by to check in, grab your event materials, and get all the details you’ll need for the day. Our team will be there the whole time to help with questions, next steps, or anything you need to feel ready to jump in!
08:00 AM - 09:20 AM
Media Arts Center, Design Studio (164)

Class Visit (Overnight Only)

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies
  • Ballet III/IV, Media Arts Center, Design Studio (164)

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Quest Scholarship Interviews

Welcome Center

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM by Appointment

High school seniors, recent high school graduates or transfer students considering ORU as a residential full-time student for the upcoming semester are eligible to interview. Eligible students are automatically awarded a Quest Whole Leader Scholarship upon admission, but are also granted the opportunity to be considered for 1 of our 12 full-tuition Quest Scholarships by completing each:

For additional information about our Quest Whole Leader Scholarship, please visit our webpage.
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Admissions Assistance

Welcome Center

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Stop by to connect with the New Student Relations team for personalized guidance on your admissions journey. Whether you have questions about your application, next steps, timelines, or becoming an ORU student, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
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International Admissions Assistance

Learning Resource Center, Floor 2

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Connect with our International New Student Relations team for individualized support tailored to your journey. They can answer questions about your application, immigration steps, timelines, and what to expect as you prepare to study at ORU.
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Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance

One Stop - Learning Resource Center, Floor 3

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Sit down with a member of the One Stop Office for personalized financial aid support. Whether you need help with your FAFSA, understanding your aid package, or planning for costs, our team is available to guide you through the process.
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Campus Tour

Hammer Center, Lobby

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Join a guided walking tour of Oral Roberts University to experience campus in real time. You’ll visit key academic buildings, student gathering spaces, and iconic landmarks that reflect ORU’s mission, culture, and community. Along the way, you’ll learn more about what daily life is like at ORU and how our campus supports students academically, spiritually, and socially. Tours depart every 30 minutes, with the final tour leaving at 9:30 AM.
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Specialty Campus Tour

Hammer Center, Lobby

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Pick one of three featured stops — the Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower — for a focused, guided experience that showcases key spaces shaping life at ORU. Along the way, you’ll learn how these spaces support student life, wellness, and spiritual formation. Tours depart every 30 minutes, with the final tour leaving at 10:00 AM.
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08:40 AM - 09:35 AM
Various Locations

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • American History Survey I, Graduate Center, Room 5112
  • Composition I, Graduate Center, Room 2A09
  • Composition II, Graduate Center, Room 4A36 & Room 5A31
  • Crafts, Graduate Center, Room 2B02
  • Digital Fundamentals, Graduate Center, Room 2B08
  • Graphic Design II, Graduate Center, Room 2B10
  • Hebrews & General Epistles, Graduate Center, Room 4A46
  • Elementary Spanish I, Graduate Center, Room 4116
  • US Political Leadership, Global Learning Center, Room 102
  • Wisdom of the Ancient World, Graduate Center, Room 5116
  • Young Adult Literature, Graduate Center, Room 5A30

College of Health Sciences
  • Principles of Psychology, Graduate Center, Room 5112

College of Science & Engineering
  • Biochemistry, Biological Sciences Center, Room 120
  • Heat & Thermodynamics, Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 221
  • Kinesiology & Biomechanics, Aerobics Center, Room 140
  • Machines & Mechanisms, Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
  • Principles of Psychology, Graduate Center Room 5112

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
08:40 AM - 10:45 AM
Various Locations

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • Crafts, Graduate Center, Room 2B02
  • Graphic Design II, Graduate Center, Room 2B10

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
J.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room

Parent Welcome & Resources

Join us for an informal mix-and-mingle with the Director of Parent Engagement to explore available resources, discuss your role in your student’s transition, and connect with other ORU families.

Golden Eagle Experience: Student Connect

Hammer Center, Tables by Cinnabon

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Open To: Students Only

Meet current ORU students in an informal setting designed for conversation and connection. This come-and-go session offers a chance to ask questions, hear student perspectives, and enjoy coffee and a few sweet treats.

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The ORU Veterans Experience

Welcome Center, Veterans Experience Lobby

9:00 AM - 10:35 AM

Connect with ORU’s Veterans Experience team to learn how we support student veterans and military-connected families. Led by Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Will Beck, this session provides an overview of available VA education benefits, academic credit opportunities through military experience, community-building initiatives, support services, and resources available on campus and in the local area.
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09:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Graduate Center, Room 1D29

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.


College of Science & Engineering
  • Calculus, Graduate Center, Room 1D29

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
09:50 AM - 10:45 AM
Various Locations

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • Cival War and Reconstruction, Graduate Center, Room 5A31
  • Composition I, Graduate Center, Room 2A09
  • Composition II, Graduate Center, Room 4116
  • Intermediate Spanish II, Graduate Center, Room 1B04
  • Learning from Late Middle Ages, Graduate Center, Room 5116
  • Music in World Cultures, Media Arts Center, Room 256
  • The Late Middle Ages, Graduate Center, Room 5116

College of Health Sciences
  • Pharmacology, Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 100

College of Science & Engineering
  • Aerodynamics, Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 205
  • Digital Systems Design, Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 218
  • General Chemistry I Lecture, Biological Sciences Center, Room 112
  • Intro to Leisure, Aerobics Center, Room 109
  • Nutrition, Biological Sciences Center, Room 122

College of Theology & Ministry
  • Youth Culture & Faith Dev., Graduate Center, Room 4A37

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Graduate Center, Floor 5

Academic Open House: College of Education

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Christ's Chapel, Kennedy Chapel

Campus Resources: Student Support

Learn about the comprehensive support available to students at ORU. Representatives from Student Success, ADA Services, Counseling, and the Care Team will share resources and services designed to help students thrive academically, personally, and holistically throughout their ORU journey.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Hammer Center, Fenimore Room

Transfer Pathways at ORU

Let us help you take your next steps as a transfer student. Join the New Student Relations and Registrar teams as they walk through transcript evaluations, credit review, and answer your questions about moving forward in the ORU transfer process.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
J.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room

Parent Resources Panel

Join the Director of Parent Engagement and ORU parents for an interactive Q&A panel as they share experiences, insights, and ways families stay connected and supported throughout their student’s journey.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Christ's Chapel

Chapel

We have reserved seats for you in Section C.
 

12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Mabee Center, Arena

Lunch with ORU's President, Dr. William M. Wilson

Enjoy a catered lunch while hearing directly from ORU’s President. This is a special opportunity to learn more about his vision for the university and connect over a shared meal with other future Golden Eagles.

Marketplace 77 - Valentines Edition

Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 261

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Marketplace 77 is an innovative on-campus activation that platforms and empowers student entrepreneurs who are building their ideas into real businesses, right now. During the Marketplace, we host a variety of product and service businesses, ranging from high quality Beef Tallow Skin Care to Custom Fashion Lines, to Portraiture and Photography. This time around, we are putting a Valentines spin on things, and will also be including some bouquets and Valentines offerings as well!

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01:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Christ's Chapel, Holy Spirit Room

Admissions 101

Join us for an overview of the ORU admissions process. This session will help families understand application steps, key deadlines, and how to successfully navigate the journey from interest to enrollment.
01:15 PM - 02:10 PM
Various Locations

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • Composition I, Graduate Center, Room 5112
  • Composition II, Graduate Center, Room 4A47
  • Critical Reading & Writing, Graduate Center, Room 5A33
  • Modern Western Civilizations, Graduate Center, Room 4A38
  • Worship Ministry Leadership, Media Arts Center, Room 254

College of Business
  • Principles of Management, Graduate Center, Room 3114

College of Science & Engineering
  • Abnormal Psychology, Graduate Center, Room 5114
  • Child Psychology, Graduate Center, Room 2114
  • Developmental Biology, Biological Sciences Center, Room 122
  • Software Engineering, Graduate Center, Room 1D19
  • Survey of Non-Western Art, Learning Resource Center, Room 232A
  • The Late Middle Ages, Graduate Center, Room 4114 & 5116

College of Theology & Ministry
  • Parables of Jesus, Graduate Center, Room 4A43

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
01:15 PM - 03:55 PM
Media Arts Center, Room 175

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.


College of Arts & Cultural Studies
  • Advanced Filmmaking, Media Arts Center, Room 175

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Media Arts Center, Zellmer Hall

Academic Open House: College of Arts & Cultural Studies, Music Department

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Learning Resource Center, Floor 2, Culture Lab

Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways at ORU

Learn about ORU’s Fast-Track and Graduate Pathways, where students can accelerate their education by earning both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in an expanded but streamlined timeline. This session also highlights graduate program opportunities and next steps for continuing your education at ORU.
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Hammer Center, Floor 2

The Leadership Experience

Explore leadership opportunities at ORU and how students develop the skills and experience to lead with purpose. Hear from campus leaders and current students during an informative session and Q&A.

Quest Scholarship Interviews

Welcome Center

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM by Appointment

High school seniors, recent high school graduates or transfer students considering ORU as a residential full-time student for the upcoming semester are eligible to interview. Eligible students are automatically awarded a Quest Whole Leader Scholarship upon admission, but are also granted the opportunity to be considered for 1 of our 12 full-tuition Quest Scholarships by completing each:

For additional information about our Quest Whole Leader Scholarship, please visit our webpage.
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Admissions Assistance

New Student Relations - Welcome Center

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Stop by to connect with the New Student Relations team for personalized guidance on your admissions journey. Whether you have questions about your application, next steps, timelines, or becoming an ORU student, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
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International Admissions Assistance

International Student Relations - Learning Resource Center, Floor 2

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Connect with our International New Student Relations team for individualized support tailored to your journey. They can answer questions about your application, immigration steps, timelines, and what to expect as you prepare to study at ORU.
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Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance

One Stop - Learning Resource Center, Floor 3

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Sit down with a member of the One Stop Office for personalized financial aid support. Whether you need help with your FAFSA, understanding your aid package, or planning for costs, our team is available to guide you through the process.
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Campus Tour

Hammer Center, Lobby

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Join a guided walking tour of Oral Roberts University to experience campus in real time. You’ll visit key academic buildings, student gathering spaces, and iconic landmarks that reflect ORU’s mission, culture, and community. Along the way, you’ll learn more about what daily life is like at ORU and how our campus supports students academically, spiritually, and socially. Tours depart every 30 minutes, with the final tour leaving at 3:30 PM.
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Specialty Campus Tour

Hammer Center, Lobby

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Pick one of three featured stops — the Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower — for a focused, guided experience that showcases key spaces shaping life at ORU. Along the way, you’ll learn how these spaces support student life, wellness, and spiritual formation. Tours depart every 30 minutes, with the final tour leaving at 3:00 PM.
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Explore Study Abroad

Graduate Center, Floor 4

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Learn how you can take your education beyond the classroom through study abroad opportunities at ORU. This come-and-go session highlights global programs, locations, and how international experiences fit into your academic journey.

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Secure Your Space: Housing Selection

Welcome Center, Presentation Room

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Ready to secure your housing? Stop by the Welcome Center to connect with the Concierge & Residential Services team to select your room and meal plan for the 2026-2027 academic year. Students must be admitted and have paid their enrollment fee to be eligible for selection.
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02:20 PM - 03:25 PM
Graduate Center, Room 1A07

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.


College of Science & Engineering
  • Internet of Things, Graduate Center, Room 1A07

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
02:25 PM - 03:20 PM
Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202

Academic Open House: College of Science & Engineering, Engineering Department

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
02:25 PM - 03:20 PM
Aerobics Center, Room 109

Academic Open House: College of Science & Engineering, Health, Leisure & Sports Science Department

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
02:25 PM - 03:20 PM
Various Locations

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • Composition II, Graduate Center, Room 5112
  • Music in World Cultures, Media Arts Center, Room 108
  • Performing Arts, Media Arts Center, Design Studio (164)
  • Wisdom of the Ancient World, Graduate Center, Room 4116

College of Science & Engineering
  • Criminology, Graduate Center, Room 4114
  • Electronics II, Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 205
  • Principles of Psychology, Graduate Center, Room 5114

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
02:25 PM - 04:30 PM
Graduate Center, Room 2B10

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • Graphic Design Studio, Graduate Center, Room 2B10

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Learning Resource Center, Floor 3

Academic Open House: College of Arts & Cultural Studies, Comm., Public Affairs, & Liberal Arts Dept.

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Media Arts Center

Academic Open House: College of Arts & Cultural Studies, Worship, Media, & Performing Arts Dept.

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 150

Academic Open House: Health Sciences

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Graduate Center, Floor 4

Academic Open House: College of Theology & Ministry

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Graduate Center, Floor 3

Academic Open House: Fenimore & Fisher College of Business

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
02:30 PM - 03:20 PM
Media Arts Center, Studio A (239)

Making Music in the 21st Century

Join us for a live music presentation.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Hammer Center, Fenimore Room

The Leadership Experience

Explore leadership opportunities at ORU and how students develop the skills and experience to lead with purpose. Hear from campus leaders and current students during an informative session and Q&A.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Christ's Chapel, Holy Spirit Room

Ways to Pay for College

See how ORU partners with families to make college financially manageable. This session walks through FAFSA, ORU scholarships, outside funding opportunities, and key financial aid resources.
02:35 PM - 03:55 PM
Media Arts Center, Room 201

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • Worship Lab, Media Arts Center, Room 201

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Various Residence Halls

Academic Open House: College of Science & Engineering, Biology & Chemistry Department

A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your academic and career goals.
03:35 PM - 04:30 PM
Various Locations

Class Visit

Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand—sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students in an authentic classroom setting. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome to attend if space allows.

College of Arts & Cultural Studies

  • Dance Seminar, Media Arts Center, Design Studio (164)

College of Science & Engineering
  • Heat Transfer, Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 221

**Please note: Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Global Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium

Soaring Send-Off

Join our team for a celebratory closing session to wrap up your Quest experience! We’ll recap the highlights of your time on campus, share next steps, and send you off with some fun giveaways and parting surprises.
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Various Residence Halls

Dorm Check-Out (Overnight Only)

Be sure to gather all personal belongings and return any provided items. Guests are welcome to park in Lot G to retrieve their items. We’re so glad you joined us and hope you’re leaving excited about what’s ahead at ORU!

 

 

Prospective Parent
Prospective Parent

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What an amazing experience as a parent and future student. I loved the whole experience from the Leadership experience to chapel to next steps. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing students stories- they were genuine, heart warming and impactful. I’m overjoyed the Lord has led my daughter to ORU, it’s going to be a great journey!

High School Senior
High School Senior

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It was AMAZING to be on campus, you could feel the presence of the Lord there! I attend a private Christian school that acknowledges the spirit, but does not fully walk in the gifts of the spirit and it was so good to experience a community of peers like that. I am leader at school, but I often feel isolated and out of place there, but I did not feel that while I was here. I know ORU will position me where I won't have to always pour out, but constantly be poured into as well.

Transfer Student
Transfer Student

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My mother and I were ready to give up on finding a good college and we didn’t know much about ORU but weren’t gonna get our hopes up, but it was amazing! Everyone was so kind and we really felt the presence of the Holy Spirit the whole time and we felt a peace the whole time. We really feel that ORU is the place for me. I can’t wait to start!

Coming Soon: New Dining Hall

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Explore The Renovated Learning Resources Center

Explore The New J.D. McKean Library

Shop In The New Barnes & Noble College Bookstore

Try A Sweet Treat From The New Dolce Sweet Shoppe

Grab Coffee At Ethne, ORU's Newest Coffee Shop

Discover The New Media Arts Center

Grab A Snack At The New Panera Bread

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Joe Sims Director of New Student Relations
Joe Sims

Director of New Student Relations

Rhonda Cregor Associate Director of New Student Relations
Rhonda Cregor

Associate Director of New Student Relations