![LTC Kristin Heck: 2023 One Another Award](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Heck-Thumbnail-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
LTC Kristin Heck: 2023 One Another Award
For LTC Kristin Heck, the 2023 recipient of OKWU’s One Another Award, service is more than a buzzword. It’s a lifestyle.
![Ken & Marilyn Blake: 2023 Hall of Faith Award](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Blake-Thumbnail-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Ken & Marilyn Blake: 2023 Hall of Faith Award
Dr. Ken and Marilyn Blake have served in ministry for over 50 years, including decades as missionaries overseas.
![Joshua Klumb: 2023 Young Alumnus of the Year](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Klumb-Thumbnail-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Joshua Klumb: 2023 Young Alumnus of the Year
OKWU’s 2023 Young Alumnus of the Year serves his community in local politics, ministry, and farming.
![On Wall Crawling, Doubt, and Dogmatism: Ministry Profs Publish New Work](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/New-Website-Feature-Image-3-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
On Wall Crawling, Doubt, and Dogmatism: Ministry Profs Publish New Work
Professors in OKWU’s School of Ministry and Christian Thought don’t just stay in the classroom – they’re writing on the forefront of a number of topics, from the issues facing American evangelicalism to a theological study of Marvel’s famous web-slinger.
![Living Out Her Calling](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/MicrosoftTeams-image-12-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Living Out Her Calling
Emily Balliviero always wanted to be a nurse. Oklahoma Wesleyan University gave her the opportunities she needed to learn, grow, and launch into her career, and now she lives out her mission every day.
![OKWU Professor Fighting for Life Through Local Ministry](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/New-Website-Feature-Image-7-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
OKWU Professor Fighting for Life Through Local Ministry
Five years ago, Professor Becky Le Thompson co-founded The Cottage for Life, a pro-life ministry for mothers in need. They’ve served over 600 women since then, and they’re not stopping now.
![Five Questions You Should Ask on Your Next College Visit](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/New-Website-Feature-Image-6-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Five Questions You Should Ask on Your Next College Visit
The college-choice process can be a lot. We get it. To help, we asked our Admissions Team to come up with five of the best questions they receive from students and parents on OKWU’s campus. No matter where you end up attending, be sure to ask these questions the next time you’re on a college visit.
![OKWU Takes Part in Wesleyan Day of Service](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/New-Website-Feature-Image-5-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
OKWU Takes Part in Wesleyan Day of Service
During Serve Sunday, OKWU faculty, staff, students, and alumni came together as one to serve the Bartlesville community.
![OKWU Student Battling Cancer to be Honored with Color Run](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/MicrosoftTeams-image-54-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
OKWU Student Battling Cancer to be Honored with Color Run
Last year, Mackenzie Smith was diagnosed with stage four melanoma. Through the ups and downs of an arduous treatment process, her story is a shining testimony to God’s faithfulness in times of trouble.
![Lacy and Walker Families Receive President’s Award](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/New-Website-Feature-Image-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Lacy and Walker Families Receive President’s Award
At last week’s Foster Bonanza celebration, President Dunn honored the Lacy and Walker families with OKWU’s highest honor.
![Alumni Award Winner Builds on OKWU Legacy](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/anna-ammons-1-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Alumni Award Winner Builds on OKWU Legacy
Congratulations to Anna Ammons, the winner of the 2021 Endowed Alumni Scholarship.
![Meet Your OKWU Prof: Sandra Lynn](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sandy-lynn-2-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Meet Your OKWU Prof: Sandra Lynn
“I always hope that a student walks away from one of my classes realizing ways that they can fulfill the two greatest commandments: to love God and to love others. Through communication and Emotional Intelligence, I try to give them tools to accomplish that.”
![OKWU Invites Students to Engage with Christian Education](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/21-Dalene-engage-1-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
OKWU Invites Students to Engage with Christian Education
No matter how many college visits a student goes on, it can be difficult to get a genuine taste of the academic experience on a given campus. That’s where OKWU’s brand-new...
![Six Ways You Can Make the Most of Your First Year](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/New-Website-Feature-Image-1-1080x675.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Six Ways You Can Make the Most of Your First Year
Follow these tips from the OKWU family to make sure you’re hitting the ground running. It’s going to be a great year!
![New Professor Prepared to Make an Impact](https://b66384.smushcdn.com/66384/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/New-Website-Feature-Image-9-1080x675.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
New Professor Prepared to Make an Impact
After years in the medical field, Ackrion Mangimela has taken a unique path to OKWU’s campus. Through it all, he’s been prepared to impact the lives of students.
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