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President’s wife to host second annual Soiree Chic

Becky Horne, wife of Ouachita Baptist University President Dr. Rex M. Horne, Jr., will host the second annual Soiree Chic in OBU’s Walker Conference Center on Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $5, and black and white evening attire is suggested but not required.

Harper and York named Rotary Ambassadorial Scholars

Ouachita Baptist University seniors Kolby Harper, a Spanish and political science double-major from Gurdon, Ark., and Amy York, a musical theatre major from Dallas, Texas, were both awarded the highly competitive Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships by Rotary International District 6170, on Saturday, Aug. 23.

Reynolds leads high school backcountry crew

Dr. Michael Reynolds, professor of kinesiology and leisure studies at Ouachita Baptist University, was selected this year by the Student Conservation Association to lead a high school backcountry crew.

Hammons Gallery to feature artist Lynnette Cox

Ouachita Baptist University’s Hammons Gallery in the Mabee Fine Arts Center will host North Little Rock artist Lynnette Cox in an exhibit, “Lynnette Cox: Selections from the Age of Wonder and American South Screen Door Series.” The exhibit will run from Sept. 8 through Oct. 8.

Ouachita officials report 4 percent enrollment gain over previous year

Initial fall enrollment figures for Ouachita Baptist University reflect a significant increase of 4 percent over last year’s enrollment.

Music faculty to present musical theatre recital

The division of music in Ouachita Baptist University’s School of Fine Arts will host “I Do, I Do,” a faculty musical theatre recital with a marriage theme, on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ouachita earns No. 1 ranking from U.S. News for second straight year

Ouachita Baptist University has been named the No. 1 Baccalaureate College in the South for 2009 by U.S. News & World Report. Ouachita also was named the No. 1 “Great Schools, Great Prices” Baccalaureate College in the South in the annual ranking.

Ouachita course featured on AETN

A Ouachita course titled “On the Ouachita” will be featured in a segment of AETN’s “Exploring Arkansas” airing Monday, August 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Pittman receives award for service in admissions counseling

Keisha Pittman, director of admissions counseling at Ouachita Baptist University, recently received the North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals 2008 Regional Service Award for the Midwest Region. This distinction is presented to a person whose “service to colleagues in the region is noted by professional contributions to this organization and the ministry of admissions,” according to the plaque she received.

Ouachita trustees approve 14 new faculty members for fall semester

Trustees of Ouachita Baptist University approved nine new faculty members for the fall 2008 semester during their June 12 board meeting. With five other faculty members approved by trustees in March, the university will welcome a total of 14 new faculty members this fall.

OBU trustees name School of Social Sciences in honor of Sutton

The name of William H. “Buddy” Sutton, a prominent Little Rock attorney, has long been associated with Ouachita Baptist University. Recent action by Ouachita’s board of trustees makes that connection official.

Moddelmog named new Tigers baseball coach

David Sharp, Ouachita Baptist University’s director of athletics, has announced the hiring of new Tigers baseball coach Chris Moddelmog from Fort Scott Community College.

McKinney begins new role as dean of Hickingbotham School of Business

Bryan McKinney, who began serving June 1 as dean of Ouachita Baptist University’s Frank D. Hickingbotham School of Business, is clear about his motivation in his new role.

Tigers end World Series run as national championship runners-up

Ouachita Baptist University’s incredible ride in the NCAA Division II College World Series fell one game short of winning a national championship.

Ouachita alums, Point of Grace, make return visit to Arkansas

Since the release of their self-titled debut album 15 years ago, Point of Grace has been one of the most successful groups in the history of contemporary Christian music.

Stark named a University Scholar

Sarah Stark, a freshman English and French double major from Arkadelphia, Ark., has been named a University Scholar by the College Society Advisory Board of Ouachita Baptist University.

Rice announces retirement as dean of school of business

After 15 years of dedicated service, Dr. Phil Rice has announced his retirement as the dean of the Frank D. Hickingbotham School of Business.

Ouachitonian, Signal earn publication awards

The Ouachitonian yearbook and The Signal newspaper of Ouachita Baptist University won a total of 22 awards at the annual meeting of the Arkansas College Media held recently in Jonesboro, Ark.

Outdoor spring commencement set for May 10

Ouachita Baptist University will begin a new campus tradition with this week’s outdoor spring commencement.

Henderson, Ouachita’s vice president for communications, earns two national awards

Trennis Henderson, vice president for communications at Ouachita Baptist University, earned two national awards from Baptist Communicators Association during BCA’s annual workshop April 16-19 in Phoenix, Ariz.

Ouachita tennis director receives national community service award

Craig Ward, the director of tennis at Ouachita Baptist University, was recently honored by the United States Tennis Association and Intercollegiate Tennis Association as the recipient of the national USTA/ITA Community Service Award.

Duvall named 2008 Ouachitonian Beauty

Junior Christian studies major Ashley Duvall from Arkadelphia was awarded the title of Ouachitonian Beauty on March 28.

Ouachita recognizes outstanding service volunteers

In an effort to highlight service at the heart of campus life, Ouachita Baptist University held its annual University Community Service Awards on April 22. The event was hosted on campus by the Ben M. Elrod Center for Family and Community.

Ouachita congratulates winners of the 31st annual Virginia Queen Piano Competition

Ouachita Baptist University would like to congratulate the student winners of the 31st Annual Virginia Queen Competition, held on Ouachita’s campus April 25.

Tiger Blast presents spring concert

Tiger Blast ensemble presents their third annual concert on Monday, April 28, at 7:30 p.m. in Jones Performing Arts Center.

DeWitt presents “A Christian Perspective on Environmental Stewardship”

Environmental scientist and author Dr. Calvin B. DeWitt visited the campus of Ouachita Baptist University on April 15. DeWitt was invited to campus as a part of the Birkett Williams Lecture Series to present “A Christian Perspective on Environmental Stewardship.”

Ouachita students serve at BeachReach

More than 800 college students from across the United States, including more than 40 from Ouachita Baptist University, participated over a three-week period in BeachReach, a ministry organized by LifeWay Christian Resources.

LaRosa to perform senior recital

Ouachita Baptist University student Jon LaRosa, a senior instrumental performance major from Texarkana, Texas, will present his senior recital on April 29 at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Wilson to perform sophomore recital

Ouachita Baptist University student Sean Wilson, a sophomore vocal performance major from Spotsylvania, Va., will present his sophomore recital on April 25 at 11:00 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

OBU Concert Choir to perform Elijah

The Ouachita Baptist University Concert Choir will perform Felix Mendelssohn’s renowned oratorio Elijah on Thursday, April 24, at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall on the campus of OBU.

Ouachita Singers to record new CD

The Ouachita Singers’ spring concert will include a special feature this year as the group plans to record the concert live for a new compact disc, according to Dr. Gary Gerber. The CD will be released at the beginning of the fall semester.

Garner delivers speech to Mississippi Presbytery

Dr. Steve Garner, assistant professor of music at Ouachita Baptist University, delivered a speech in honor of famed church musician Clarence Dickinson during a recent meeting of the Mississippi Presbytery in Laurel, Miss. The meeting of Presbyterian pastors and elders from across the state was held in conjunction with the group’s annual Kaleidoscope workshop.

English crowned Miss OBU

Ouachita Baptist University crowned Lauren English Miss OBU on March 13 in the Jones Performing Arts Center on Ouachita’s campus.

Spring Tiger Serve Day was a record-breaking success

Faculty, staff and students came together on March 29 to serve the Arkadelphia community with record-breaking numbers.

Richardson named a Pew Scholar

Seth Richardson, a Christian Studies and Theology major from Hot Springs, Ark., has been named a Pew Scholar by the Pew Advisory Board of Ouachita Baptist University.

Ouachita hosts the Virginia Queen piano competition and Dr. Joe Utterback

Ouachita Baptist University’s School of Fine Arts will host the Virginia Queen piano competition with special guest judge Dr. Joe Utterback, a nationally-known jazz pianist. The competition will be held on Friday, April 25, and Utterback will present a workshop and concert on Saturday, April 26.

Bruning presented leadership paper with diverse panel of deans

Dr. Merribeth Bruning, dean of the Huckabee School of Education and professor of education at Ouachita Baptist University, presented her paper “The Deanship: Using the Accountability Movement as a Lever for Change—A Mini-Case Study” as part of a larger panel discussion on leadership at the annual conference of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education on Feb. 8.

Huckabee visits Ouachita, offers glimpse of lessons learned on the campaign trail

Describing some aspects of his recent presidential campaign as “just incredible fun,” former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee recently paid a brief visit to his alma mater—Ouachita Baptist University.

Parrish to present sophomore recital

Samantha Parrish, a sophomore musical theatre major from Forney, Texas, will present her sophomore recital on April 11, at 11:00 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Twenty-five students earn honors for NATS auditions

Ten Ouachita Baptist University students were named finalists in the Arkansas National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) auditions, held Feb. 29 and March 1 at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro.

Rose to present senior recital

Molly Rose, a senior music education major from Keithville, La., will present her senior piano recital on April 4 at 11:00 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Environmental scientist to present Birkett Williams Lecture at OBU

Dr. Calvin DeWitt will serve as a guest lecturer at Ouachita Baptist University on Tuesday, April 15, speaking on “A Christian Perspective toward Environmental Stewardship.” His presentation is part of the university’s Birkett Williams Lecture Series.

Prize-winning poet to speak at Ouachita

Greg Brownderville, who was recently awarded the Porter Prize for poetry, will speak on the Ouachita Baptist University campus April 7 at 8:30 p.m., at the Elrod Center.

Seven Ouachita students participate in Arkansas Intercollegiate Band

Seven Ouachita Baptist University students were chosen to participate in the 2008 Arkansas Intercollegiate Band.

Four Ouachita students participate in Midwest Model United Nations

Four students from Ouachita Baptist University recently participated in the Midwest Model United Nations in St. Louis.

Ouachita Baptist University to host Ouachita Showcase in Fort Smith

Ouachita Baptist University will host a Ouachita Showcase on Friday, March 28 at 7 p.m. at Grand Avenue Baptist Church in Fort Smith.

Ouachita’s Elrod Center to host Retired Lt. Col. Steve Russell

Ouachita Baptist University's Elrod Center for Family & Community will host retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Steve Russell on Tuesday, March 25.

Ouachita trustees approve bond issue for $45 million construction project

Taking a major step toward the construction of state-of-the-art residence halls, Ouachita Baptist University's Board of Trustees approved a bond issue March 13 for the $45 million construction project.

Ouachita faculty and staff provide aid for Union University students

Ouachita faculty and staff, led by President Rex Horne, provide Wal-Mart gift cards for Union University students.

Dr. Jerald C. Foote to present as Nell Mondy lecturer

Ouachita Baptist University will host Dr. Jerald C. Foote as a part of the Nell Mondy Lecture Series on March 27, at 7:30 p.m. in Young Auditorium of Hickingbotham Hall.

Stephen Ray selected as MET Auditions finalist

Stephen Ray, a senior vocal performance major from Sherwood, Ark., was recently selected as one of nine grand finalists for the 2008 edition of the Metropolitan Opera’s National Council Auditions.

Ouachita congratulates Honor Students

Ouachita Baptist University would like to congratulate four scholarship recipients from the Carl Goodson Honors Program.

Bowen to present paper at Sigma Tau Delta International Convention

JulieAnne Bowen, a senior English major from Benton, Ark., will travel to Louisville, Ky., in March to present a paper, “‘Man Listening to Disc’: All That Jazz,” at the Sigma Tau Delta International Convention.

Ouachita congratulates winners of 10th Annual Mary Shambarger Vocal Competition

Ouachita Baptist University would like to congratulate the winners of the 10th Annual Mary Shambarger Vocal Competition that was held on Feb. 26.

Ozmun and Clark County Historical Society documentary to be aired on AETN

Dr. David Ozmun, Ouachita Baptist University professor of communications and public relations associate, in collaboration with the Clark County Historical Society recently produced a documentary titled Visit Historic Arkadelphia. The film will be televised on the Arkansas Educational Television Network (AETN) at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27.

Ouachita Baptist University presents spring musical

The School of Fine Arts at Ouachita Baptist University will present the musical Once Upon a Mattress by Mary Rodgers and Marshall Barer at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 17, through Saturday, April 19, and at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 20.

Lord to present senior recital

Christy Lord, a senior musical theater major from Rockwall, Texas, will present her senior recital on March 10, at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Carter is published in The Minister’s Manual

Dr. Terry G. Carter, the W.O. Vaught professor of Christian ministries at Ouachita Baptist University, contributed an article titled “Preaching Biblical Sermons: God’s Word for God’s World” to The Minister’s Manual.

Nine students represent Ouachita at collegiate honor choir

Nine music students were chosen to represent Ouachita Baptist University at the Southwestern American Choral Directors Association collegiate honor choir held in Kansas City, Mo., February 20-22, 2008.

Student film Figured Out to be screened at Ozark Foothills FilmFest

Figured Out, a film produced by May 2007 graduate Josh Burk while he was a senior at Ouachita Baptist University, will be screened at the Ozark Foothills FilmFest on March 29, 2008.

Pemberton is published in new study Bible

Dr. Barbara Pemberton, associate professor of Christian missions, had an article titled “Islam” published in The Apologetics Study Bible released by Broadman and Holman in 2007.

Everett elected executive director of Texas Baptists

Ouachita graduate Randel Everett was elected to lead the Baptist General Convention of Texas.

Division of Music presents tenth anniversary commemorative recital

As part of the tenth anniversary celebration for the Mary Shambarger Competition for Singers, a commemorative recital featuring nine former winners of the competition will be presented at 7:30 pm on February 26, 2008, in the McBeth Recital Hall of the Mabee Fine Arts Center on the OBU campus.

Division of Music presents tenth annual Mary Shambarger Competition for Singers

Ouachita Baptist University’s School of Fine Arts, Division of Music, presents the tenth annual Mary Shambarger Competition for Singers on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Morris presents senior recital

Sara Jo Morris, a senior music education major from Arkadelphia, Ark., will present her senior recital on February 29, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Halaby sculptures featured in Little Rock show

Sculptures by Ouachita faculty member Raouf Halaby are exhibited in an annual flower and garden show in Little Rock.

Ouachita to present Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot

Ouachita Baptist University will perform the well-known absurdist play Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett February 21-23 at 7:30 p.m. and February 24 at 2:30 p.m. All performances will take place in Verser Theatre.

Trombonist Nitzan Haroz to give guest recital and masterclass

The division of music in the School of Fine Arts at Ouachita Baptist University will host trombonist Nitzan Haroz on Sunday, February 24, at 8:00 p.m. in a guest recital in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center. Haroz will also present a masterclass on Monday, February 25, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall.

Stuart named to TRIO Hall of Fame

Nicole Stuart of Prescott, Ark., is the recipient of the Academic Enrichment Center (AEC) 2007 TRIO Hall of Fame award. She will be recognized at a banquet to be held on February 15 at Ouachita Baptist University’s Walker Conference Center.

Koiner to perform sophomore musical theater recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts at Ouachita Baptist University will host Krysteena Koiner, a sophomore musical theater major from Azle, Texas, in a musical theater recital on Friday, February 8, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Kristin Cordell presents junior piano recital

Kristin Cordell, a junior piano performance major from Fort Smith, Ark., will present her junior recital on February 22, 2008, at 11:00 a.m.

Sigma Tau Delta hosted Creative Writing Contest

The Ouachita Baptist University chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, an international English honors society, recently held their 2nd Annual Creative Writing Contest for high schools within a two-hour drive from Ouachita.

Ouachita graduate Randel Everett to be nominated as Texas Baptist leader

Randel Everett, a 1971 graduate of Ouachita, will be nominated as the new executive director of the Baptist General Convention of Texas

Taylor presented at Hawaii International Conference on Arts & Humanities

Dr. Caroline Taylor, professor of saxophone and double reeds at Ouachita Baptist University was invited to present at the 6th Annual Hawaii International Conference on Arts and Humanities.

Ray named two-time regional winner at Metropolitan Opera Auditions

For the second time in three years, Stephen Ray has been named the winner of the Mid-South Regional Metropolitan Opera Auditions. Ray is from Sherwood, AR, and a senior at Ouachita Baptist University.

Young Artists Art Show on display

The 13th annual Arkadelphia Young Artists Art Show is currently on display at Ouachita Baptist University’s Hammons Gallery.

School of Fine Arts presents faculty recital

The division of music in the School of Fine Arts at Ouachita Baptist University will feature flutist Kristin Grant with Heather Bynum, clarinet, Lee Parham, percussion, and Glenda Aldridge, piano, in a faculty instrumental music recital on Tuesday, January 29, at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Paul Bass was named Henry G. Bennett Distinguished Fellow

Paul Bass recently received the Henry G. Bennett Distinguished Fellow Award from the Oklahoma State University School of International Studies for his biography of Dr. Bennett.

Terry Griffin Peeples named vice president for development

Terry Griffin Peeples, community relations for Baptist Health Medical Center in North Little Rock, has been named to serve as vice president for development at Ouachita Baptist University.

Ouachita Names new Vice President for Communications

Trennis Henderson, editor of the Kentucky Baptist Western Recorder, has announced his resignation effective March 1 to accept a position as Vice President for Communications at Ouachita, according to Ouachita President Rex M. Horne, Jr.

Two hundred and two students named to President’s List

Two hundred and two students were named to the President’s List for the fall 2007 semester. To be named to the President’s List, a student must compile a 4.000 grade point average (out of 4.000 possible) and be classified as a full-time student, with a minimum of 12 academic hours.

Ouachita student selected as district finalist in Metropolitan Opera Auditions

Ouachita Baptist University student Stephen Ray, a senior music major from Sherwood, Ark., was chosen as a district finalist in the annual National Council Auditions held by the Metropolitan Opera National Council.

Defining Ouachita Baptist University

“What many don’t realize,” Horne added, “is that Ouachita has been educating young men and women in this part of the country since 1886. The school has a long history of providing an excellent liberal arts education and challenging students to be difference makers in our world.”

School of Fine Arts presents second annual concerto competition

The Bernice Young Jones School of Fine Arts will present its second annual instrumental concerto competition this Friday, December 7, at 3:00 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall on Ouachita’s campus.

Students present One Act Play festival

Ouachita Baptist University’s play directing class will host its annual One Act Play festival on Thursday, December 6, at 7:30 p.m. with a repeat performance on Friday, December 7, at 7:30 p.m. The festival will take place in Verser Theater on Ouachita’s campus, and is free and open to the public.

Reynolds presents at annual AEE International Conference

Dr. Mike Reynolds, associate professor kinesiology and leisure studies at Ouachita Baptist University, made two presentations at the 35th annual Association for Experiential Education (AEE) International Conference in Little Rock.

Ouachita students place in National Association of Teachers Singing (NATS) competition

Ouachita Baptist University entered forty-one students were in the 2007 Southern Regional National Association of Teachers Singing (NATS) competition held at Ole Miss University at Oxford, Miss.

School of Fine Arts presents A Service of Lessons and Carols

The Division of Music in the School of Fine Arts at Ouachita Baptist University will present “A Service of Lessons and Carols” on Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

The School of Fine Arts presents the Festival of Christmas

The School of Fine Arts at Ouachita Baptist University will present the annual Festival of Christmas musical performance on November 30-December 1 in Jones Performing Arts Center. Both performances will begin at 7:30 p.m.

Dr. Caroline Taylor invited to perform at two College Music Society events

Dr. Caroline Taylor, professor of music at Ouachita Baptist University, has been invited to perform at the 2007 Conference of the College Music Society held November 15-18 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and for the Society’s Community Engagement program.

Lewis will present junior percussion recital

The division of music education in the school of fine arts will host Lauren “Ren” Lewis in her junior percussion recital on Friday, November 16, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Katherine Adair hold book signings in El Paso

Katherine Adair, a senior from San Antonio, Texas, will be holding book signings for her book, “Saving Hollywood” at Barnes & Nobles on Sunland Park Drive in El Paso, Tex., on Saturday, November 17, from 2-4 p.m and on Sunday, November 18, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Barnes & Nobles on Viscount in El Paso, Texas.

Jazz Band presents fall concert

The Ouachita Baptist University Jazz Band will present a fall concert under the direction of Dr. Craig V. Hamilton on Monday, November 19, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. in the Jones Performing Arts Center on Ouachita’s campus.

Viser speaks at Baptist children’s ministry retreat

Dr. William “Bill” Viser, Associate Professor of Christian Ministries at Ouachita Baptist University, was invited to speak at the Arkansas Baptist Children and Family Ministry Department retreat on Oct. 3-5 at Shepherd of the Ozarks, a retreat center in northern Arkansas.

Saxophonist Kenneth Tse performs in McBeth Recital Hall

Ouachita Baptist University and Henderson State University are co-sponsoring internationally-recognized classical saxophonist Kenneth Tse who will present a master class and a recital in Arkadelphia on Tuesday, November 13, 2007.

Overbey will perform senior music education recital

The division of music education in the school of fine arts will host Sarah Beene Overbey in her senior music education recital on Friday, November 9, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Wind Ensemble presents fall concert

The Ouachita Baptist University Wind Ensemble will present a fall concert under the direction of Dr. Craig V. Hamilton on Thursday, November 8, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. in the Jones Performing Arts Center on Ouachita’s campus.

Adair holds book signing in Benton

Katherine Adair, a senior from San Antonio, Texas, will be holding a book signing for her book, “Saving Hollywood” at Hastings Books, Music, and Video in Benton on Saturday, November 10, from 1-4 p.m.

Ten inducted into English honor society

Ouachita Baptist University recently inducted ten members to Sigma Tau Delta, an International English Honor Society. The following students were welcomed into the society at a picnic on Monday, October 22.

Franklin will perform church music recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Angela Franklin in a church music recital on Friday, November 1, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ouachita to present the English comic opera Alice in Wonderland

The Ouachita Baptist University Opera Theatre will present four performances of the English comic opera Alice in Wonderland by Robert Chauls on November 15-17 at 7:30 p.m. as well as November 18 at 2:30 p.m.

Ouachita to present innovative performance of The Tempest

Ouachita Baptist University will perform William Shakespeare’s The Tempest November 2-3 and 5-6, at 7:30 p.m. and November 4, at 2:30 p.m. All performances will take place in Verser Theatre.

Brown's film receives honorable mention in Berkeley Video and Film Festival

Danny Brown's documentary about the "gutterpunks" in Austin, Texas, The Drag, received an honorable mention in the 2007 Berkeley Video and Film Festival.

Magee named homecoming queen from field of forty-one

Molly Magee from Conway, Ark., was crowned 2007 Homecoming Queen during pre-game ceremonies at A.U. Williams Field last Saturday at Ouachita Baptist University.

Woodburn will perform composition recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will present Valerie Woodburn in a composition recital, on Monday, October 15, at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Wink and Curlin to present at Arkansas Philological Association

Ouachita Baptist University professors Dr. Jay Curlin, Kathryn Maddox Professor of English, and Dr. Johnny Wink, Betty Burton Peck Professor of English, will give a presentation at the Arkansas Philological Association on Friday, October 12, in a room appropriately named the Ouachita Room of the Peabody Hotel in Little Rock. The session is at 1:00, and their presentation will begin around 1:30.

Ouachita hosts Tiger Serve Day

Almost 600 people participated in this semester’s Tiger Serve Day (TSD) at Ouachita Baptist University. The projects ranged from yard work and painting to murals on walls to picking up trash in the streets. With 60 teams and 62 projects, participants served approximately 1900 hours in the community.

Baker and Street to perform joint sophomore recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Heather Baker and Rachel Street in a joint sophomore recital on Friday, October 5 at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ouachita will be featured in a segment for “Today’s Family”

Ouachita will be featured in a segment for “Today’s Family,” an educational television series produced by New Line Media Solutions.

Roberts and Taunton selected as Rotary Ambassadorial Scholars

Ouachita seniors April Roberts, a music education major from Idabel, Okla., and Brooke Taunton, a history and political science double-major from El Dorado, Ark., were each awarded a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship on Saturday, August 25, by Rotary International District 6170.

Webster has two articles published in marketing journals

Dr. Bob Webster, professor of accounting and holder of the George Young Chair of Business, and his co-authors Dr. Kevin Hammond of the University of Tennessee at Martin and Dr. Harry Harmon of Central Missouri State University have recently had two of their articles published in marketing journals.

Huckabee lecture set for Monday

Presidential candidate and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee will speak at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia on Monday afternoon, September 24. Governor Huckabee will deliver a lecture, “Education, the Arts, and a Creative Economy,” on behalf of Ouachita’s new Center for Education and Public Policy (CEPP).

Cox Creative Center will hold Bowen book signing

Wayne H. Bowen, author and associate professor of history at Ouachita Baptist University, will speak and sign copies of his latest book, Undoing Saddam: From Occupation to Sovereignty in Northern Iraq, at noon Tuesday, September 25, at the Cox Creative Center at the Little Rock Main Library, 120 Commerce Street.

Plaque dedicated to former Ouachita professor

Ouachita Baptist University hosted a ceremony on Monday, September 11, to dedicate a plaque in honor of Bob Riley, former political figure and Ouachita professor.

Faculty recital to be held in McBeth Recital Hall

The division of music in the School of Fine Arts will host a faculty instrumental recital on Tuesday, September 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Huckabee Lecture set for Monday afternoon, September 24

Smethers named Pew Scholar

Will Smethers, a senior history and Biblical studies double major from Hot Springs, Ark., has been named a Pew Scholar by the Pew Advisory Board of Ouachita Baptist University.

Byrd completes summer internship with Denver Broncos

Ouachita Baptist University student Daniel Byrd, senior athletic training major from Arkadelphia, Arkansas, worked as an athletic training intern this summer for the Denver Broncos.

Secrest's article published in national journal

Dr. Glenda Secrest’s article, “Songs from Letters and Cowboy Songs by Libby Larsen: Two Different Approaches to Western Mythology and Western Mythological Figures” was published in the September/October edition of Journal of Singing, the official publication of the National Association of the Teachers of Singing, Inc (NATS).

LaRosa to perform junior recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Jon LaRosa in a junior recital on Friday, September 21, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ouachita to host Family Day

Ouachita Baptist University will host their annual Family Day on Saturday, September 15. Families will be welcomed on campus with a variety of events to attend. The festivities include soccer and football games, open house in the residence halls, a reception with the President Rex M. Horne, Jr., and Tiger Tailgate, a new addition to the weekend this year.

Ouachita introduces twenty-two new staff members

Brett Powell, vice president for administrative services, introduced twenty-one new staff members at the university's annual faculty-staff banquet on Thursday, August 30.

Ouachita to host Preview Day for prospective students

On Saturday, September 15, Ouachita Baptist University will open its campus to any prospective students wanting to catch a glimpse of campus life. Prospective students will be given the opportunity to tour the campus, meet professors, eat in the Ouachita Commons Dining Hall, and watch the Ouachita Tigers take on the University of Arkansas-Monticello.

Huckabee to speak at Ouachita

Presidential Candidate and Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee will visit Arkadelphia on Monday afternoon, September 24, to deliver a lecture at Ouachita Baptist University.

Gonzales to perform in Guest Young Artist Recital

The division of music in the School of Fine Arts at Ouachita Baptist University will host Rayanne Gonzales, soprano, in a Guest Young Artist Recital on Tuesday, September 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ouachita hosts reception to highlight summer research

The Carl Goodson Honors Program at Ouachita Baptist University hosted a reception to view the summer research that was conducted by Ben Elrod Scholars Jason Smith, who traveled to Brazil, and Lauren Vickroy, who traveled to South Africa.

Ouachita invites Judge Bobby Shepherd as guest lecturer for Constitution Day

Ouachita Baptist University will host the Honorable Bobby Shepherd of El Dorado, a member of the U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, to deliver a guest lecture in recognition of Constitution Day on Thursday, September 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall.

Ouachita to host navigator of the Enola Gay

The Ben M. Elrod Center for Family and Community, in collaboration with AETN, will host a luncheon for WWII veterans and community individuals featuring Dutch Van Kirk, the navigator of the Enola Gay, the B-29 that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Ouachita will also present a lecture featuring Van Kirk in the Walker Conference Center.

Bayird selected for American Psychological Association's Statistical Training program

Audra Bayird, a senior psychology major from Paragould, Arkansas, was selected to attend the American Psychological Association’s (APA) Advanced Statistical Training in Psychology (ASTP) program last summer in Washington, D.C.

Ouachita will be featured in segment for “Today’s Family”

Ouachita will be featured in a segment for “Today’s Family,” an educational television series produced by New Line Media Solutions. The university will be featured in a segment titled “Planning for Your Future” as part of the program’s education series.

Fall Convocation begins new year

The annual Fall Convocation was the first Chapel program of the year for Ouachita students, held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 28, in the Jones Performing Arts Center. President Rex M. Horne, Jr., and members of the Ouachita faculty participated in an academic procession and led a forty-minute service that highlighted the traditions of the university.

Boeving conducts primate research in Costa Rica

Emily Boeving, a senior psychology major from Sherwood, conducted research this summer at El Zota Biological field station in the province of Limon, Costa Rica, exploring behavioral lateralization and the evolution of handedness in primates.

Ouachita professors' book translated into Chinese

Grasping God’s Word, written by Dr. J. Scott Duvall and Dr. J. Daniel Hays of Ouachita Baptist University, was recently released in Chinese after becoming a best-seller this summer.

Ouachita Alumnus LTC Steve Russell speaks at Harding University

Ouachita Baptist University graduate Lt. Colonel (Ret) Steve Russell will speak at Harding University on Tuesday, September 11, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. in the Benson Auditorium. He is appearing as part of the university’s Distinguished Lecture Series. LTC Russell is noted for his achievements during service in the U.S. Army, especially commanding the U.S. Army battalion that captured Saddam Hussein.

Reynolds maps Continental Divide National Scenic Trail

Michael E. Reynolds, associate professor of Kinesiology and Leisure Studies at Ouachita Baptist University, was selected out of 2,300 or more to map the Continental Divide Trail.

Ouachita graduate speaks at SCSECS

Recent Ouachita graduate, Josh Richards will be delivering his paper, "The Eye of the Artist: Sterne, Yorick, and the Black Page," at the South Central Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies conference in New Orleans on February 21-23, 2008. His paper is an illustration of Laurence Sterne's Tristram Shandy.

Dr. Hardman graduates from Leadership Arkansas

Dr. Nancy Whitten Hardman recently graduated from the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Leadership Arkansas class, a program established to take a statewide view of the economic and political challenges that are presented to the state.

Six join Ouachita faculty for fall 2007 semester

Dr. Stan Poole, vice president for academic affairs at Ouachita Baptist University, announced the appointment of six new faculty members at Ouachita’s opening Faculty-Staff Assembly on Friday, August 17.

Secrests to give faculty recital at Ouachita

The division of music in the School of Fine Arts at Ouachita Baptist University will feature Dr. Glenda Secrest, Dr. Jon Secrest, Mrs. Cindy Fuller, and Dr. Christian Baker in a faculty recital on Thursday, September 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Halaby honored as featured artist of Arkansas artistic talent Web site

Dr Raouf Halaby, professor of English and visual arts at Ouachita Baptist University, has been given the distinction of featured artist on the Web site Arkansas Artists. The site displays the works and biographies of artists and musicians from the entire state of Arkansas.

Ouachita to host President's Community Prayer Breakfast for community leaders

The Ben M. Elrod Center will host community leaders at the eighth annual President's Community Prayer Breakfast on Friday, September 7, in the Walker Converence Center.

Ouachita ranked No. 2 “Best Value” in the South

In addition to its number one ranking by U. S. News and World Report for academic quality, Ouachita Baptist University also was notified that it is ranked the number two Baccalaureate College in the South in the “Great Schools/Great Prices” category of the magazine’s 2008 issue of “America’s Best Colleges.”

Ouachita No. 1 in Latest Rankings from US News and World Report

Ouachita Baptist University has been ranked the number one baccalaureate college in the south according to the 2008 issue of “America’s Best Colleges” by U.S. News and World Report.

Nykolaishen receives doctorate

Dr. Doug Nykolaishen, assistant professor of Biblical studies, recently received a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Hebrew and Old Testament studies from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.

Downs will conduct study of Depression-era Arkansas farmers

Dr. William D. Downs Jr. is seeking the names of farm families and their descendants who experienced the difficulties of the Great Depression.

Hewell receives doctorate

Dr. Rob Hewell, assistant professor of music and chair of the department of church music, recently received a Doctor of Ministry degree from San Francisco Theological Seminary.

Brown selected for Student Films Across America

Junior Danny Brown was recently selected to represent Dallas for Student Films Across America, a traveling student film festival.

Guthrie serves as interim Campus Ministries director

Ian Cosh, assistant to the president for community development, announced recently that James Guthrie will serve as interim director of Campus Ministries.

Carter writes article for Pastors.com

Dr. Terry G. Carter, the W.O. Vaught Professor of Christian Ministries and chair of the department of Christian ministries, recently wrote an article that was published by Pastors.com.

Pate lectures at Dead Sea Scrolls conference

Dr. C. Marvin Pate, professor of Biblical studies, delivered two lectures at a conference in connection with the showing of the Dead Sea Scrolls at Union Station in Kansas City.

Two hundred seventy-seven students named to Dean’s List

Two hundred seventy-seven students were named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2007 semester. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must compile a 3.500 grade point average and be classified as a full-time student with a minimum of 12 academic hours.

Two hundred and five students named to President’s List

Two hundred and five students were named to the President’s List for the spring 2007 semester. To be named to the President’s List, a student must compile a 4.000 grade point average and be classified as a full-time student, with a minimum of 12 academic hours.

Ouachita announces new appointments

Ouachita has selected Dr. Scott Holsclaw to serve as dean of the school of fine arts, Dr. George Keck as the new chair of the division of music and Dr. J. Daniel Hays as the dean of the Pruet School of Christian Studies.

Berry receives DAR History Award Medal

Dr. Trey Berry recently received the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) History Award Medal at the Arkansas Division DAR Convention in Little Rock.

Curtis named Pew Scholar

Andrew Curtis, a sophomore history major from Wickes, has been named a Pew Scholar by the Pew Advisory Board of Ouachita Baptist University.

Art students will display work through Saturday

The department of visual arts in the school of fine arts will host senior exhibitions for Julia Farmer and Shuntaro Tokuhara in the Hammons Gallery of Mabee Fine Arts Center through Saturday, May 12.

Three students receive scholarships in Hot Springs Music Club auditions

Three students received scholarships following the Hot Springs Music Club annual auditions. Marcie Wilkins won first place in the competition, and Katie Wilkins and Emily Adams each received an Honorable Mention. All three students are piano students of Dr. Ouida Keck.

Tucker is named 2007 Ouachitonian Beauty

Hayden Tucker, a junior mass communications and Christian studies/Biblical studies major from Arkadelphia, was named the 2007 Ouachitonian Beauty on Thursday, May 3.

Ouachita honors students with academic awards

Ouachita presented 107 academic awards to students during the annual academic banquet on Thursday, May 3. The banquet is sponsored by the Student Senate.

Ouachita plans spring commencement

Ouachita will hold the one hundred twentieth annual spring commencement exercises on Saturday, May 12 at 3 p.m. in the Bill Vining Arena of Sturgis Physical Education Center.

Alumni office launches new online community

The Ouachita alumni office launched a new online community for alumni on Tuesday, May 1.

Ouachita hosts retirement reception for 8 faculty and staff members

Ouachita will host a retirement reception for eight faculty and staff members on Wednesday, May 2, at 3:30 p.m. in the Walker Conference Center on the lower level of the Ouachita Commons dining facility.

Bridwell receives Breg Scholarship for athletic training

Amber Bridwell, a junior athletic training education and biology major from Grand Prairie, Texas, received the 2007 Breg Student Scholarship during the state meeting of the Arkansas Athletic Trainers’ Association, held April 29 in Little Rock.

Whitaker will present senior recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Alicia Whitaker, soprano, in a senior voice recital on Friday, April 27, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Harger named Benedict Fellow by Alpha Chi

Angela Marie Harger, a mass communications and theatre arts major from Sugar Land, Texas, was recently named a recipient of an H.Y. Benedict Fellowship from Alpha Chi National College Honor Scholarship Society.

Elrod Center donates books to PSCI preschoolers

The Elrod Center recently donated more than 150 new books to preschoolers at Pediatric Specialty Care, Inc (PSCI).

Concert Choir presents Requiem for spring concert

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host the Concert Choir in a spring concert on Thursday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ouachita hosts Jon McLaughlin in concert

Ouachita will host recording artist Jon McLaughlin in concert on Monday, April 23 at 8 p.m. in the Walker Conference Center.

Ouachita Singers present spring concert

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host the Ouachita Singers in a spring concert on Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Bass elected president of Southwestern Social Science Association

Dr. Hal Bass, dean of the school of social sciences and professor of political science, was recently elected president of the Southwestern Social Science Association.

Boeving attends Chimpanzee Cognition Conference

Emily Boeving, a junior psychology major from Sherwood, recently attended the Chimpanzee Cognition Conference titled, "The Mind of the Chimpanzee," at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.

Elrod Center presents service awards to students, faculty and community

The Ben M. Elrod Center for Family and Community presented 159 service awards to students, as well as some members of the faculty and Arkadelphia community, during the tenth annual service award banquet titled “Decade of Service” on Tuesday, April 17.

Ouachita combined bands will perform spring concert

The school of fine arts at will host the combined bands in a spring concert on Monday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Jones Performing Arts Center. The concert is open to the public, and admission is free.

Hayes submits painting for juried art exhibition

Callie Hayes’ paining, “Beach Reach,” was accepted into the Mustard Tree Arts Festival Art Exhibition at Fellowship Bible Church in Little Rock.

Wilkins wins Virginia Queen Piano Competition

Marcilee Wilkins of Hot Springs won first place in the 30th Annual Virginia Queen Piano Competition on Monday, April 16.

Blackwell and Suzuki will present senior exhibitions

The department of visual arts in the school of fine arts will host Jill Blackwell and Shiho Suzuki in a senior exhibition, April 19-30 in the Hammons Gallery of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Thirty-eight students named to Who’s Who

Thirty-eight students were recently selected for inclusion in the 2007 edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities.

Students present papers, posters and performances for Scholars Day

Ninety-four students will present papers, posters and performances for Scholars Day on Wednesday, April 18 from 1:30-5 p.m. in McClellan Hall, McBeth Recital Hall and the Hammons Gallery.

Chastain will perform in junior recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Larry Chastain in a junior saxophone recital on Friday, April 13, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Cunnyngham exhibitions now in Hammons Gallery

The department of visual arts in the school of fine arts will host the senior exhibitions of Ashley Cunnyngham and Stanton Cunnyngham through April 16 in the Hammons Gallery of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Campus safety wins Securitas Security Site of the Month award

The office of campus safety was recently named Site of the Month by the Hot Springs branch of Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.

Slavens contributes to book about interpretative writing

Beverly Slavens, part-time instructor in English, is a contributing writer for a new book by Alan Leftridge.

Ouachita will dedicate the Rachel Fuller and Ouachita Singers Memorial Amphitheatre

Ouachita will dedicate the Rachel Fuller and Ouachita Singers Memorial Amphitheatre on Tuesday, April 10 at 10 a.m. The outdoor amphitheatre, which is located directly in front of McClellan Hall, serves as a permanent tribute to the 25 students, faculty and family members who were involved in the 1999 crash of American Airlines Flight 1420.

Tiger Traks registration open for students, alumni, faculty and staff

OSF is inviting the Ouachita community to participate in the thirty-first annual Tiger Traks, April 27-28. This year, Tiger Traks, which has often been known as "Arkansas’ Dirtiest Weekend," will be open not just to Ouachita students, but alumni, faculty and staff as well.

Long accepted to National Endowment for Humanities Institute

Dr. Mary Beth Long, visiting assistant professor of English, was recently accepted to the Cathedral and Culture: Medieval York National Endowment for the Humanities Institute.

Sonheim presents paper for forum on race and ethnicity

Dr. Amy Sonheim, associate professor of English, presented a paper at the Nineteenth Century Studies Association annual conference at Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, March 8-10.

Wehr to perform in honor of thirtieth annual Virginia Queen competition

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host the thirtieth annual Virginia Queen Piano Competition on Monday, April 16 beginning at 3 p.m. in Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ouachita presents spring musical Children of Eden

The school of fine arts will present a spring musical, Children of Eden, April 19-21 at 7:30 p.m. in Jones Performing Arts Center. The cast and crew will also present a matinee performance on Sunday, April 22 at 2:30 p.m.

Harp will perform senior recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Aaron Harp in a senior recital on Monday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Jazz Band will perform spring concert

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host the Ouachita Jazz Band in a spring concert on Tuesday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Verser Theatre.

Ouachita students direct and write original film

Several mass communications students have produced an original movie which will premiere Saturday, March 31. “Figured Out” will premiere at 7:30 p.m. in Young Auditorium of Hickingbotham Hall.

Huckabee School of Education will rededicate Wetherington Center

The Huckabee School of Education will rededicate the A.B. and Gertrude Wetherington Teaching and Learning Center on Tuesday, March 27 at 1:30 p.m. in room 314 of McClellan Hall.

Volunteers will log hours for Tiger Serve Day in honor of Horne

Students, faculty and staff members will volunteer for the semi-annual Tiger Serve Day (TSD) on Saturday, March 31 in honor of inauguration week activities.

FSA elects new officers

The Former Students Association (FSA) recently elected new officers for 2007.

Inauguration Week plans finalized

Tickets still available for “The Rock and the Rabbi” but all seats reserved for Birkett Williams lecture

Moore chosen as ADA Outstanding Dietetics Student

Jen Moore has been chosen as the recipient of the 2007 Outstanding Dietetics Student award (undergraduate), given by the Arkansas Dietetics Association.

Faculty granted tenure, promotions and sabbaticals

The Board of Trustees recently approved recommendations from the administration to grant tenure, promotions and sabbaticals to 17 faculty members. Additionally, two retiring faculty members were named faculty emeriti.

Adams, Straw and Nwaro will perform in joint sophomore recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Abby Adams, Christopher Straw and Kristy Nwaro in a joint sophomore recital on Friday, March 30 at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Kidder and York perform in joint sophomore recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Cori Kidder and Amy York in a sophomore recital on Friday, March 16, at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Richardson will perform in senior recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will present Christy Richardson in a senior recital on Thursday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Band students honor Hamilton with original piece of music

Members of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma presented a commissioned composition to Dr. Craig Hamilton as a surprise at the end of the Ouachita Wind Ensemble concert on March 8.

Ozmun receives award for historic video project

Dr. David Ozmun, professor of mass communications, received an Award of Distinction in the 13th annual Communicator Awards.

Secrest named to Who’s Who

Dr. Glenda Secrest, associate professor of music, was recently selected for inclusion in Who’s Who in the World, which will be published in November 2007.

Bridges recital scheduled for Monday evening

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Luke Bridges in a senior recital on Monday, March 12 at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Inauguration committee plans week of activities for investiture

An inauguration committee is planning a week of activities in honor of the investiture of Ouachita’s 15th president, Dr. Rex M. Horne, Jr. The committee consists of a team of 35 faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends who were given the responsibility of planning inauguration week, leading up to the inaugural convocation on March 29.

Downs reflects on 41 years of teaching as he nears retirement

One of Ouachita’s longest-tenured faculty members, Dr. Bill Downs, chair of the department of mass communications, will retire at the end of this semester after 41 years of teaching.

Health and Fitness Expo will offer information and prizes

The office of health services will host the Health and Fitness Expo on Tuesday, March 13, from 4-6:30 p.m. in the Ouachita Commons dining facility. The event is free and open to students, faculty and staff.

Hays speaks at conference on racial harmony

Dr. J. Daniel Hays, chair of the department of Biblical studies in the Pruet School of Christian Studies, recently spoke at Interact 2007: a Conference on Racial Harmony in Miami, Florida.

Garner to deliver lecture at William Carey University

Dr. Stephen Garner, assistant professor of music, will deliver a lecture at William Carey University (WCU) on March 20.

Daye crowned 2007 Miss Ouachita Baptist University

Nicole Daye of Minden, Louisiana, earned the title of 2007 Miss Ouachita Baptist University on Saturday, March 3, in Jones Performing Arts Center.

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Joint recital features Santoy, Gibson and Woodburn

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host Daniel Santoy, Jessica Gibson and Valarie Woodburn in a joint student recital on Friday, March 9 at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Piano recital will feature Chinese and American music

"East Meets West" piano recital and "Just Moments" gallery show will honor Dr. Tom Greer on Tuesday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Students named finalists, semi-finalists in Arkansas NATS auditions

Ten Ouachita students were named finalists and 21 were semi-finalists in the Arkansas chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) auditions, held February 23-24 at the University of Central Arkansas in Conway.

Ouachita Wind Ensemble presents spring concert

The division of music in the school of fine arts will host the Ouachita Wind Ensemble in a spring concert on Thursday, March 8, at 7:30 p.m. in Jones Performing Arts Center.

Tickets will be required for admission to Birkett Williams lecture

Ouachita officials decided this week that tickets will be required for admission to the Birkett Williams lecture featuring former President Bill Clinton on Tuesday, March 27 at 7:30 p.m. in Jones Performing Arts Center.

Borgan will perform in senior recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will present Grace Borgan in a senior flute performance recital on Monday, February 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Ray takes first place in Shambarger Competition

Stephen Ray of Sherwood took first place in the ninth annual Mary Shambarger Competition for Singers on Tuesday, February 20.

Fine Arts search committee now accepting applications for new dean

“With thirty full-time faculty members and approximately 220 students, the school maintains a strong tradition of excellence in the fine arts,” said Dr. Stan Poole.

Senior dinner promises entertainment and encouragement for class of 2007

The office of alumni relations will host a senior dinner for students who plan to graduate this semester on Tuesday, February 27 at 6 p.m. in the Walker Conference Center.

Debate team receives first place at “Reddie to Rumble” tournament

The debate team won first place and six additional awards on February 17-18 at the “Reddie to Rumble” debate tournament at Henderson State University.

Wilkins named state winner in the National Federation of Music Clubs auditions

Marcilee Wilkins of Hot Springs was named the state winner in the National Federation of Music Clubs Student/Collegiate Auditions on Saturday, February 17 at Henderson State University.

Clark County students given first priority for new scholarship

Clark County students who plan to major in Christian studies or a related field will soon be given the opportunity to apply for a new Ouachita Baptist University scholarship.

Mary Shambarger Music Theatre Competition will feature variety of Broadway music

The division of music will host the ninth annual Mary Shambarger Competition for Singers on Tuesday, February 20 at 2 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Grant and Bynum will perform in faculty recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will present Kristin Grant, flute, and Heather Bynum, clarinet, in a faculty recital on Monday, February 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center. The accompanist for the recital is Jenny Salyers.

President Clinton to deliver lecture during Ouachita Inauguration Week

President Bill Clinton will attend Inauguration Week activities honoring Ouachita’s 15th president, Dr. Rex M. Horne, Jr. President Clinton will participate in the Birkett Williams Lecture series during Inauguration Week.

Rainey to perform in senior recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will present Kara Dawn Rainey in a senior choral music education recital, on Friday, February 16 at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

International Food Festival will feature new elements

The International Club and the Daniel R. Grant Center for International Programs will host the International Food Festival on Tuesday, February 20 from 6-8 p.m. in the Walker Conference Center. A committee of faculty, staff, international students, study abroad students and missionary kids (MKs) has organized this year’s International Food Festival, which focuses on the theme, “A Taste of Our World.”

Ouachita and Henderson present joint production of The Crucible

The department of theatre arts at Ouachita and the Department of Theatre at Henderson State University will present a joint production of The Crucible by Arthur Miller, February 15-24 in Arkansas Hall Studio Theatre at HSU.

Root is elected chairman of the Arkansas Humanities Council

Dr. Jeff Root, dean of the school of humanities and associate professor of mass communications, was recently elected chairman of the Arkansas Humanities Council.

Ten students selected as hosts and hostesses for Tiger Tunes 2007

Ten students were recently selected by a panel of judges and the Ouachita Student Foundation (OSF) to be hosts and hostesses for Tiger Tunes 2007.

Christian Focus Week 2007 focuses on “Attitude”

The office of Campus Ministries (CM) will host Christian Focus Week (CFW), February 12-16. The theme of this year’s CFW is “Attitude.” Students, faculty and staff will explore the context of Philippians 2:5: “Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus.”

ADAPT will sponsor Save a Life Tour

The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Team (ADAPT) will sponsor the “Save a Life Tour,” a high-impact alcohol awareness program, on Monday, February 12 from 1-7 p.m. in Evans Student Center.

Ouachitonian yearbook receives Gold Medalist rating from CSPA

The 2006 Ouachitonian yearbook received a rating of Gold Medalist from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA).

Ouachita hosts central Arkansas ACS meeting

Ouachita will host a general meeting for the central Arkansas local section of the American Chemical Society (ACS) on Monday, February 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Young Auditorium of Hickingbotham Hall.

Cast and crew of Masses Man will present encore performance

The department of theatre arts in the school of fine arts will present an encore performance of Masses Man on Feb. 25-26 in Verser Theatre. The cast and crew of Masses Man will advance to the regional level of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, Feb. 27-Mar.3 in Tulsa, Okla. The invitation to advance was based on the cast’s performance at the state festival in November.

Ouachita hosts Area 10 Special Olympics basketball

The department of kinesiology and leisure studies in the Michael D. Huckabee School of Education will host the Area 10 Special Olympics Basketball Tournament and Individual Activities on Thursday, February 15, in Sturgis Physical Education Center.

Robinson will be recognized with TRIO Hall of Fame award

Sheena Robinson of Arkadelphia is the recipient of the Academic Enrichment Center 2007 TRIO Hall of Fame award. Robinson will be recognized at a TRIO Celebration Luncheon on Friday, February 9 in the Walker Conference Center.

Woodburn receives awards for Arkansas district MET audition

Senior Valerie Woodburn was one of three singers who received awards at the Arkansas District Metropolitan Opera auditions, held recently at the Wildwood Center for Performing Arts in Little Rock.

Wilkins will perform in student recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will present Marcilee E. Wilkins in a junior recital, on Friday, February 9 at 11 a.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Thomas will perform in student recital

The division of music in the school of fine arts will present Kirt Thomas in “All the World’s a Stage,” a senior musical theatre recital, on Tuesday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m. in McBeth Recital Hall of Mabee Fine Arts Center.

Elrod Center commemorates 10th anniversary

Ouachita commemorated the 10th anniversary of the Ben M. Elrod Center for Family and Community during the annual Elrod Family Foundation board meeting on Thursday, January 25.

Ten Ouachita students will study abroad

Ten students have been selected to participate in the Study Abroad Program for the spring 2007 semester. The program is sponsored by the Daniel R. Grant Center for International Programs.

Tucker family honored for support of Ouachita

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tucker of Pine Bluff were recently selected for induction into the Hall of Honor.

Ouachita honors Bennett family in conjunction with release of biography

Paul Bass, director of campus activities, has written a biography of Ouachita graduate and statesman, Dr. Henry Garland Bennett. In conjunction with the release of the book, Ouachita will host Bennett Family Day on Friday, March 2.

Ray is selected for Music Academy of the West 2007 Summer School

Stephen Ray of Sherwood, a senior music major, was recently selected as one of 22 singers to participate in the Music Academy of the West 2007 Summer School and Festival in Santa Barbara, California.

Ouachita launches Web site redesign

Ouachita launched a newly redesigned Web site on January 18. The new design was created by Chris Kear, who joined the staff of computer services as webmaster in July 2006.

Art faculty pieces will be featured in the Faculty Show

The School of Fine Arts will host the Faculty Show 2007 in the Hammons Gallery of Mabee Fine Arts Center through February 1.

Ouachita welcomes new faculty and staff

Members of the faculty and administrative staff welcomed one new faculty member and four new members of the administrative staff during a planning meeting for the spring 2007 semester on January 15.

McMillan continues to invest in others through estate gifts

Mary Ethel McMillan earned a modest living but managed her finances carefully. Last week, her nephew, Bob Ewing of Texarkana, presented Ouachita with an unrestricted gift of $50,000 from her estate.

Two hundred and twelve students named to President’s List

Two hundred and twelve students were named to the President’s List for the fall 2006 semester.

Bowen writes book about transition in northern Iraq

Dr. Wayne H. Bowen, associate professor of history, has written a book titled Undoing Saddam: from Occupation to Sovereignty in Northern Iraq, published this month by Potomac Books, Inc.

Fifty-four students graduate during fall commencement

Fifty-four students received baccalaureate degrees following Ouachita's fall commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 16 in Jones Performing Arts Center.

Two hundred seventy-nine students named to Dean’s List

Two hundred seventy-nine students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2006 semester. The students will receive a certificate of recognition from Ouachita and will be included in the National Dean’s List for 2006-07.

Ouachita honors Bailey as Physical Plant Employee of the Year

Ouachita recently recognized Daniel Bailey as the 2006 Physical Plant Employee of the Year.

Jones wins essay contest

Freshman Cami Jones recently received an award from the university for winning an essay contest.

Students win awards during Ouachita Concerto Competition

Grace Borgan, a senior instrumental performance and Spanish major, earned first place in the university’s first Ouachita Concerto Competition last week.

Faculty and friends pay tribute to Dr. Tom Greer

Dr. Tom Greer, chair of the department of English, passed away suddenly on Nov. 15. Colleagues and friends fondly remember the professor they called "The White Rabbit."

America Reads program receives Community Partnership Grant from Entergy

The Ben M. Elrod Center for Family and Community announced this week that Entergy Corporation has given the America Reads tutoring/mentoring program a $1000 Community Partnership Grant.

Hardman receives endowed chair

Dr. Nancy Hardman, associate professor of communication sciences and disorders, was recently named the Edna and Freda Linn Chair of Communication Sciences and Pre-Medical Studies.

Ouachita to dedicate Pat and Willard Walker Conference Center

Ouachita will dedicate the Pat and Willard Walker Conference Center, on Tuesday, September 12. The event will begin at 11:00 a.m. and will be held in the lobby of the Walker Center.

Ouachita Recognized for Quality and Value by U.S. News & World Report

Ouachita is among the top five regional comprehensive colleges and universities in the south, according to U.S. News & World Report. The university has ranked among the top five colleges and universities in its category for the sixth consecutive year.

Trustees Select Rex Horne for Ouachita’s Presidency

"Ouachita has embarked upon a new and aggressive effort in its role as an institution devoted to educational excellence in a spiritual environment."

Professor Emeritus compiles book about desegregation in Arkansas

A new book published by Ouachita's Pete Parks Center for Regional Studies, Learning Together at Last: Memories of the Desegregation of the Arkansas Public School System, was compiled and edited by Dr. Paul Root.

Legacy Award is for new students who are children of alumni and former students

Ouachita will offer a new scholarship for students entering in the fall of 2006. The scholarship, which has been dubbed the Legacy Award, will be available to the children of Ouachita’s alumni and former students and will cover $1,000 per year of a studen