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    USC Aiken: More than just a coach  Nov 14, 2008
    "He's just got winning all over him," said Win Case, who coached Alexander at Oklahoma Baptist University and is a current assistant at Middle Tennessee ... " ALEXANDER SAID HIS forgiving nature stems from his strong relationship with God. He grew up a regular churchgoer, but his faith grew stronger after he met Anita at Oklahoma Baptist University in the late 1980s. Several of Anita's family members, including her father and brother, are ordained pastors. Case said Alexander, who played point... (The Augusta Chronicle)

    OBU Production In Regional Competition  Nov 5, 2008
    For the first time in Oklahoma Baptist University theatre history, a production by the theatre department has been recommended to advance to Regional Competition in The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. Final results will be announced in December. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Politics, Religion Engage Shawnee Hopefuls  Oct 24, 2008
    The unusual event was hosted by Calvary Baptist Church, 214 W. Farrall, and featured a panel made up of Shawnee mayoral candidates Linda Agee and Linda Peterson along with Oklahoma Baptist University Interim President John Parrish and St. Gregory's University President David Wagie. About 15 people were in the audience. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    OBU Welcomes Its Fifteenth President  Oct 17, 2008
    David W. Whitlock, a Baptist college administrator, has been named as Oklahoma Baptist University's 15th president, Dr. Alton Fannin, chairman of the OBU board of trustees, announced Friday, Oct. 10. David Whitlock knew 15 years ago that he would someday be at Oklahoma Baptist University. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Shawnee School Board Considers Methods To Pay For New Track  Oct 15, 2008
    An agreement with Oklahoma Baptist University to use their swimming pool. Organization sanctioning of Shawnee Early Childhood Center PTA, Sequoyah Parents Association, and Shawnee Middle School PTO.. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Former SE professor named Oklahoma Baptist University president  Oct 13, 2008
    Published: Saturday, October 11, 2008 3:02 PM CDT SHAWNEE A former Southeastern Oklahoma State University business professor has been named the president of Oklahoma Baptist University. David W. Whitlock, a Baptist college administrator, was named OBUs 15th president, Dr. Alton Fannin, chairman of the OBU board of trustees, announced Friday. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Forum Set Monday For Candidates In Five Local Races`  Oct 10, 2008
    PAVE has also been working with Gordon Cooper Technology Center, Oklahoma Baptist University and St. Gregory's University on Get Out The Vote campaigns. Members are manning tables to assist in voter registration, according to PAVE president Marilyn Bradford. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    THS Runners Place Second In Own Meet  Oct 5, 2008
    On Sept. 27 Tecumseh competed in another meet, this time at Oklahoma Baptist University. Medals were given to the top 20 runners and Cary Cody was the only Savage runner to medal. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Shawnee Commission Agenda  Sep 13, 2008
    Presentation to Oklahoma Baptist University in appreciation of ADA accessibility to new buildings. 6. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Blackstone Wins Art Award  Jul 30, 2008
    Julie Blackstone, Oklahoma Baptist University instructor of art, won the Rachel Valliere Award for Best Original Handwoven Work at Oklahoma City's 30th annual fiber art exhibition Fiberworks in June. The Fiberworks exhibition provides Oklahoma artists with the opportunity to showcase their pieces in weaving, needlework, basketry, art quilting, soft sculpture, knitting, crocheting, felt and paper. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    T-Bones stifled in 5-1 loss  Jul 16, 2008
    Garner pitched collegiately at Oklahoma Baptist University for two seasons after beginning his college career at Cerro Coso Community College in Ridgecrest, Calif. Garner made his debut Sunday in an 8-0 loss to the Gary Southshore Railcats. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)

    The Durant Board of Education approved the hiring of Dr. Jason Simeroth as the the new superintendent of the Durant Independent School District Thursday at noon. Before the brief meeting, Simeroth and his family, son Dawson Jae, 7, wife Julie Anne Simeroth and daughter Summer Nicole, 11, await the official announcement.  Jul 4, 2008
    School board president Dan England said Simeroth was a good fit for the superintendent position, which became available after former superintendent Dr. Terry James resigned and accepted a teaching position at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee to be closer to his family. James was superintendent of Durant schools for four years. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Track and Field: Cepero Notebook  Jun 30, 2008
    Gilliland will continue his track career at Oklahoma Baptist University in the fall. The other scholarship was awarded to Amarillo resident Brittany Hemphill, who is headed to Wichita State next year to compete in the long jump, the triple jump, and possibly both the 100 and 200. (Odessa American, TX)

    Superintendent search continues  Jun 29, 2008
    He accepted a teaching position at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee to be closer to his family, according to James. Dan England, president of the Durant Board of Education, said a meeting was held Friday morning to discuss the applicants and determine if they have found the right candidate or if they need to continue looking. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Search for new Durant schools superintendent under way  Jun 27, 2008
    He has accepted a position teaching undergraduates majoring in education at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee. James cited his family as a reason for accepting the position. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Allen Hired As Assistant Coach  May 22, 2008
    Allen played one season at Tomball College in Tomball, TX, before transferring to Oklahoma Baptist University. Allen helped Tomball to a ninth place finish at the NIRSA Collegiate Volleyball Championships and served as a player/coach for the Oklahoma Baptist club team. (Hawkeyesports.com)

    Power: Fifth Grade Girls Lunch With "Heroes" Learn Line Dancing, Build Confidence  May 16, 2008
    The women who shared lunch with the young ladies were Laureen Maxwell, an OGperson; dentist Dr. Renalla Ellis; Carol Diamond, a pharmacist; Dr, Cindy Hanchey, a science professor at Oklahoma Baptist University; and Leslie Daugherty, human resources at Exxon Mobil. "The workshops were designed to heighten awareness about health issues and build self-confidence," Jan Tipton of Gateway to Prevention said. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Retirement party planned for Urioste at Bruno-Pyatt  May 10, 2008
    in 1964, "Mrs. U," attended Oklahoma Baptist University. She graduated, cum laud in 1968. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)

    James resigns from school district  May 8, 2008
    James had already confirmed earlier in the day that he was resigning to accept a teaching position at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee. James cited being closer to family and more time with a new grandchild as reasons for accepting the new position. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Durant superintendent to announce resignation  May 6, 2008
    James, who has been superintendent of Durant Independent School District for four years, has accepted a position teaching undergraduates majoring in education at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee. The effective date for his resignation will be June 30, or a date mutually agreed upon by the school board, James said this morning. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Mr. Blue Won't Be In The Halls  May 2, 2008
    Although Deborah is the academic vice president at Oklahoma Baptist University and a member of the state school board, she and Blue plan to do some traveling. "We've been invited to go to Turkey with an educational group, but I'm not sure if we're going to do that," he said. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Clark earns pair of golds  Apr 23, 2008
    Sparked by Clark, Dewey scored 120 points to dust off the other 14 teams at the Oklahoma Baptist University high school meet, in Shawnee. We had a great day, Dewey coach Dan Close said about the squad s championship. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    AHS Choir wins sweepstakes award at state  Apr 22, 2008
    State vocal contest this year was held at Oklahoma Baptist University. All of the judges come from out of state and are either high school or college music instructors. (Alva Review Courier, OK)

    Hoops and music are in rhythm for Gray  Apr 20, 2008
    Lambuth advanced to the second round of the NAIA national tournament in Kansas City before losing to Oklahoma Baptist University in the second round. The wins were the most in school history. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)

    Beverly Ride to benefit children  Apr 9, 2008
    then went on to attend college at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee. Beverly entered the Air Force in 1968 and during his service tenure; they lived in Mississippi, Texas and Oklahoma. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)

    Sea Dogs Opening Day Roster: Pitchers  Apr 1, 2008
    34 ERA and 16 saves in 49 games at Single-A Lancaster last yearRanked 43rd in Diehards 2008 prospect guideSigned by the Sox as an undrafted free agent out of Oklahoma Baptist University in 2006Will wear uniform number 15. Went 9-7 with a 3. (Boston, TheInsiders.com)

    Tuesday Forum Moved To City Hall  Mar 23, 2008
    Mathis had originally scheduled a Town Hall meeting on the issue for the same night at Oklahoma Baptist University, but has cancelled that to participate in PAVE's forum, which will also include questions for candidates for the Ward 4 seat on the City Commission. Only one of those of candidates may be present, however. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Former Shawnee Police Officer To Challenge Shirey For Sheriff  Mar 15, 2008
    He and his wife Stephanie Jo, who works at Oklahoma Baptist University, have six children, two of whom are still at home. Reader Feedback. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Queens can’t overcome Lady Bison’s tough ‘D’ 03-09-2008  Mar 9, 2008
    If the old adage defense wins championships hold true, then the Lady Bison of Oklahoma Baptist University are on their way to hoisting another trophy. Oklahoma Baptist held the Wayland Baptist Flying Queens to 32 percent shooting from the floor in the Lady Bison s 67-51 win in the quarterfinals of the Sooner Athletic Conference Women s Basketball Tournament here Friday afternoon. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Lady Pioneers look to win indoor track title 03-06-2008  Mar 7, 2008
    Azusa Pacific and Simon Fraser will be really tough, and you can t count out OBU (Oklahoma Baptist University, the defending national champion), but I really like our chances this year. Ten Wayland women will be competing in 12 events at the national meet. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Pioneers suffer first loss, but win 2 more 03-02-2008  Mar 4, 2008
    The Pioneers return home this weekend for a three-game conference series against Oklahoma Baptist University beginning with a doubleheader at 4 p.m. Friday. Plainview Daily Herald 2008. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Concerto-Aria  Feb 14, 2008
    Pottawatomie Online: Tecumseh County Wide News ee Sun: Breaking News. Published: Wednesday, February 13, 2008. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Pastors, laymen to gather Feb. 18-19  Feb 10, 2008
    Bolerjack began a career in concert ministry in 1998 shortly after graduating from Oklahoma Baptist University. He first toured with The Continental Singers in the summer of 1998, singing backup for Greg Long. He has since toured with Living Proof, Primary Focus, Youth Quest and The Master s Hand Quartet. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    District Boy Scouts Hold Annual Awards Banquet  Jan 25, 2008
    The guest speaker was Dr. Rich Rudebock, Dean of Business at Oklahoma Baptist University. District Chairman Randy Smith and District Executive Shane Pate were the Masters of Ceremonies. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    ONEOK and ONEOK Partners Announce Officer Appointments  Jan 18, 2008
    Allen holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Oklahoma Baptist University and a juris doctorate degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law. McCormick joined ONEOK in 2003 in his current position as managing attorney with Oklahoma Natural Gas, one of ONEOK's three natural gas distribution companies. (PR Newswire)

    Wooldridge to leave WBU for College of the S’west position 12-11-2007  Dec 12, 2007
    A former All-Sooner Athletic Conference player and 1999 graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University, Wooldridge is the No. 3 scorer in Bison history with 1,885 points. He holds OBU season and career records for most three-pointers made and attempted. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Jean Carroll Robertson , 66, of Pleasant View  Nov 25, 2007
    Two years later she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education from Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee, Okla. She spent the next 28 years as a kindergarten and first grade teacher, the first five years in Bergman and the next 23 years with Pleasant View Public Schools. (Buffalo Reflex, MO)

    Storey reaches milestone as Pioneers trip WTAMU 11-21-2007  Nov 25, 2007
    The Pioneers (3-3) now have nine days off to prepare for Sooner Athletic Conference play, which begins next Thursday on the road at Oklahoma Baptist University. WAYLAND BAPT. 86, W. TEXAS A>Buffaloes FG 3-Pt FT R PF TP. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Church thankful for gift of music  Nov 19, 2007
    Patterson graduated from Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee with a major in philosophy. I was not an organ student, I just took it as an elective, he said. (Alva Review Courier, OK)

    Central runners make a run at state title  Oct 25, 2007
    "I felt like I ran bad. I know I could have done better than that but I just didn't feel good. It just wasn't my day," said Tarin, who had previously run his fastest time of the year (17:36) on the same course in a meet hosted by Oklahoma Baptist University. Tarin said he benefitted from running with Kutil. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)

    Calera's Eidson knew he had it in him to win  Oct 24, 2007
    CALERA Cale Eidson had a lot of motivation heading into last week's Class A State Cross County Meet at Oklahoma Baptist University. He knew he could perform there, running a personal best 17-flat in an earlier meet. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Three Caddo Cross Country seniors make All-State  Oct 23, 2007
    The event was hosted by Oklahoma Baptist University at Shawnee. The temperature stood at 80 degrees which would take a toll on the runners, and a strong south wind would prove to be a boon and also a bane. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    Still Flying, Still Proud, Still Oklahoma's  Aug 17, 2007
    Upon her return to Shawnee, she attended Oklahoma Baptist University and became engaged to fellow Shawnee High School graduate, George Fluke. When the state flag contest was announced, Louise didn't immediately begin sketching. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Homecoming Treasurer Returning To ‘Roots'  Aug 10, 2007
    Treiber was valedictorian at Shawnee High School in 1972 and a magna cum laude three-year graduate at Oklahoma Baptist University in 1975 so she's really returning to her roots. A CPA (certified public accountant) for 20 years or more, Treiber comes to Shawnee from Colorado Springs where she was assistant director of fiscal services for School District 11, a system with more than 29,000 students. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Hudlow To Join Legends In Musical Hall Of Fame  Aug 3, 2007
    I came to Shawnee in 1952 to go to Oklahoma Baptist University and I met this sweet little ol gal and, well, the rest is history, Hudlow said. The history of the Hudlow family is two sons, two daughters, nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and another on the way. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Social Scene  Jul 6, 2007
    Lillie is a 2001 graduate of Oklahoma Bible Academy and a 2005 graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, Okla. She is currently studying for a dual masters in marriage and family therapy and community counseling at John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Ark. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)

    OBU Offers Preparatory Course For Graduate Management Admission  Jun 29, 2007
    As business professionals consider getting an MBA degree, Oklahoma Baptist University is seeking to help them prepare for a required graduate exam. OBU's International Graduate School is offering preparatory workshops for the Graduate Management Admissions Test in July. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    WBU finishes high in final U.S. Sports Academy Director’s Cup standings  Jun 19, 2007
    Oklahoma Baptist University recorded 639 1/2 points to finish fifth overall and lead all SAC schools. Azusa Pacific University (Calif. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Former Baptist Leader Dies In Central Texas  Jun 13, 2007
    He became the president of Oklahoma Baptist University in September 1971 and spent five years at the Shawnee school. After that, he spent ten years in Atlanta as the president of the Southern Baptist Convention's Home Mission Board, which is now called the North American Mission Board. (KWTX.com, TX)

    More of this story  Jun 12, 2007
    Moore played this season for the Oklahoma Baptist University s women s golf team. Her scholarship helped make this opportunity possible. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    Elyria Christian School honors achievements of Class of 2007  May 30, 2007
    Katherine Unruh -- Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, Okla. Presidential Scholarship; Elks Scholarship; Sam Walton Scholarship; Kansas State Curriculum Completer; Kansas State Scholar; Governor's Scholar; National Honor Society; Co-Valedictorian. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)

    Chamber Seeks New Members With June Drive  May 18, 2007
    e're looking at a theme related to the Old West and the Centennial, said Marty O'Gwynn, associate vice president for Oklahoma Baptist University communications ... The board also approved hosting appreciation events for Oklahoma Baptist University and St. Gregory's University. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    ‘Future Focus' Takes First Steps In Effort To Chart City's Path  May 11, 2007
    Invitees included two former City Commission members, a school board member and a judge, as well as City Manager Jim Collard, the presidents of St. Gregory's and Oklahoma Baptist University and Shawnee Schools Superintendent Marilyn Bradford. he whole deal is, let's be positive about Shawnee, said Ford, who explained that discussion with The News-Star about a progress edition stimulated the idea. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Patterson signs with OBU  Apr 27, 2007
    WEBB CITY The Webb City Lady Cardinals track and field team has had several talented athletes over the years, and now Sarah Patterson will join that list as she signed a letter of intent to run track next year at Oklahoma Baptist University. Sarah has been a real important part of our team, girls head coach Jeremy Butler said. (Carthage Press, MO)

    Man killed in shooting at Johnson Space Center was an Oklahoman  Apr 24, 2007
    Beverly graduated from Broken Arrow High School in Oklahoma and attended Oklahoma Baptist University before earning a bachelor's degree in electronics technology from Oklahoma State. He was an engineer for NASA.. (KSLA.com, LA)

    Acupuncture Comes To Broadway  Apr 13, 2007
    Tecumseh High School and Oklahoma Baptist University graduate Cheri LeAnne Tate, MSAOM, L.Ac. has hung her nationally certified Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) shingle in downtown Tecumseh, 107 N. Broadway. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Wayland gets new track, volleyball coaches 04-11-2007  Apr 12, 2007
    A 2001 graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University, Whitlock was named the Sooner Athletic Conference and Region VI Men s Cross Country Coach of the Year in 2005 and was the 2006 Women s Coach of the Year. He took the Pioneer men s team to the NAIA Cross Country Championships in 2005 and 06 and the women s team in 2006. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Wednesday Back in Time 04-04-2007  Apr 5, 2007
    Bruce and Gene Owen, who are attending Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee, Okla. are here to spend the holidays with their parents, the Rev. and Mrs. A. Hope Owen. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Friday Back in Time 03-29-2007  Mar 30, 2007
    John W. Raley, president of Oklahoma Baptist University, will speak on Apply Christianity at the Willson lectures at Wayland. The endowed lectureship is given by Mr. and Mrs. Jim Willson of Floydada. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Cragin Quits As City Treasurer  Mar 23, 2007
    Previously, she served for five years as controller at Oklahoma Baptist University and held other posts at OBU for the nine years preceding that. Cragin said she gave her resignation to City Manager Jim Collard Tuesday morning. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Soulforce is asked to stay off LDS land  Mar 20, 2007
    on Wednesday when they attempted to attend a church service on the campus of Oklahoma Baptist University. They had been warned they would be arrested if they entered the campus. (Deseret News)

    Soulforce group meets resistance  Mar 19, 2007
    The group was at Oklahoma Baptist University as part of the Soulforce Equality Ride, a nationwide journey of 50 young adults visiting conservative Christian colleges to challenge policies against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students. Genth is a mentor and facilitator for the eastbound bus on the eight-week ride which began last week. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Pioneers drop two of three to OBU 03-18-2007  Mar 18, 2007
    The Wayland Baptist University Pioneers wrapped up a week-long road trip by dropping two of three to the Oklahoma Baptist University Bison. The teams split Friday, with Wayland taking the first game, 6-5, and OBU taking the second, 6-3. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    WBU track coach counting points during close call 03-18-2007  Mar 18, 2007
    They did make the top five, and, even better, finished second behind conference rival Oklahoma Baptist University by a mere 1. 333 points. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    Bob Jones University says gay activist group plans campus visit  Mar 17, 2007
    Several Soulforce Equality Riders were arrested this week at a similar protest at Oklahoma Baptist University, which expels openly gay students. According to Soulforce's Web site, part of its mission is to try to change religious leaders' opposition to homosexuality. (FOX Carolina, SC)

    Wayland drops game to Sul Ross 03-13-2007  Mar 15, 2007
    with a three-game Sooner Athletic Conference series against Oklahoma Baptist University. Sul Ross 8, Wayland 2. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    History By The (Library) Book  Mar 9, 2007
    Joyce Aldridge and Rhetta Hudson, both Oklahoma Baptist University professors, portrayed Trimmier Sloan Funk, Shawnee s early and longtime head librarian, and Etta Ray Beard, one of the city s first settlers and a library board member. Hudson s portrayal of Beard recalled the land run which settled the county, the construction of the Beard cabin which is still standing, and some of the challenges faced by the early settlers. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)

    Pioneers end regular season with win over OCU 02-25-2007  Feb 25, 2007
    The Pioneers (12-16, 6-12) had to defeat OCU and hope for an Oklahoma Baptist University victory over Science on Saturday night. OBU (18-9, 11-6) is sitting third in the conference race, while USAO (5-12, 5-19) is a game behind the Pioneers. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    WBU Queens, Pioneers shoot for consistency tonight 01-25-2007  Jan 26, 2007
    Over the weekend in Oklahoma, where the Flying Queens dropped a 62-37 conference game to Oklahoma Baptist University, Flemons said he witnessed a team just going through the motions. I saw Jekyll from this last road trip, Flemons added. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)

    WBU splits with John Brown 01-19-2007  Jan 21, 2007
    Both WBU teams return to conference action at 1 and 3 p.m. Saturday at Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee. Plainview Daily Herald 2007. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)


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