2025 Athletic News National Spotlight The OKWU Men’s Basketball team delivered an unforgettable 28-8 season, finishing as the NAIA National Championship runner-up and securing their fourth consecutive KCAC Regular Season Championship, a testament to the program’s...
NOW Campaign Updates A Bright Future—Now More Than Ever For 120 years, OKWU has equipped servant leaders to impact the world for Christ. The NOW Campaign is a $68 million initiative to strengthen that legacy—investing in scholarships, faculty, facilities, and campus...
OKWU on the Move 2025 Alumni Updates 1. Jim Woodard (DNP, MBA, RN, ‘24) presented at the Colorado Emergency Management Conference, sparking discussions on future nurse training. His poster abstract was also accepted for the American Academy of Ambulatory Care...
OKWU News Fall 2024 NEWS Koesers Honored with President’s AwardWard and Joetta Koeser received the 2024 OKWU President’s Award in recognition of their faithful support and generous investment in the university’s mission. The Koesers have long championed Christian...
Overcoming Obstacles How OKWU’s Fastest-Growing Degree is Building Servant Leaders Imagine standing at the base of a towering climbing wall, mud clinging to your shoes, the cheers of teammates urging you onward. You’re in one of the favorite classrooms of Professor...
Student Stories Purpose & Passion Kylie Reif’s Academic Journey at OKWU When Kylie Reif decided to transfer to Oklahoma Wesleyan University (OKWU), it wasn’t just a change of scenery—it was a faith-driven decision to follow God’s guidance. At her previous school,...
2025 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees The Athletic Hall of Fame honors OKWU Eagles who have achieved excellence athletically, academically, and through high personal character. Inductees are graduates of OKWU, five or more years removed, who have participated on an...
2025 Alumni Awards Alumnus of the Year: This award recognizes an alumnus who advances the Kingdom of God through noteworthy, long-term accomplishments in professional endeavors, significant service to the church, and a positive impact on the lives of others. Young...
A Marvelous Act of Love: OKWU Graduate’s 26-Year Ministry Journey Jamie Prescott’s life is a testament to redemption, resilience, and servant leadership. A 1997 alumnus of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, Jamie is now the Family Pastor at Connect Church in...
Built for Impact How OKWU’s Online DBA Empowered a College President As president of a growing college, Dr. Gregory Nichols needed more than theory—OKWU’s online DBA gave him the faith-driven foundation to lead with vision and heart. When Dr. Nichols began his Doctor...
Yesterday Inspires Tomorrow: 120 Years of Sending Servant Leaders Across seven generations, Oklahoma Wesleyan University and its educational forerunners have been devoted to developing and sending servant leaders. This legacy extends into every corner of the...
President’s Letter – Sending Servant Leaders Beyond OKWU When I think about what defines Oklahoma Wesleyan University, one phrase rises above the rest: servant leadership. Jesus modeled it perfectly. He didn’t lead with flash or fame, He led with a towel...
