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Letter to a Ouachita Honors Student
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Honors Is Absolutely Worth It

August 17, 2026

Alum Rylie Slone reflects on her experience in the Carl Goodson Honors Program and gives advice to current Honors students.

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Making Sense of College Savings Accounts: A Q&A on 529s, Coverdells and Custodial Accounts

August 10, 2026

Ouachita finance professor Chris Brune compares 529 plans, Coverdells and custodial accounts — and explains how to match the account to your family’’s situation.

Finance professor with students
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Where to Start When You're Saving for College

August 10, 2026

Ouachita finance professor Chris Brune on why the first step in college planning isn't a 529 — it's deciding what you want the money to accomplish.

Bob Gravett
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Dr. Bob Gravett Sr. remembered as beloved coach, mentor

August 06, 2026

Dr. Bob Gravett Sr., professor emeritus of physical education and longtime head coach of the track & field, died Aug. 1, 2026. Beyond his athletic and academic achievements, he is remembered for his personal investment in Ouachita and its people.

Ouachita Singers
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Ouachita Singers tour Ireland, selected to perform at statewide conference

July 15, 2026

The Ouachita Singers recently returned from a tour of Ireland, where they performed at historic places of worship and learned of another exciting performance opportunity in February 2027.

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Christian studies faculty partner with churches in Amazon Basin

July 08, 2026

Faculty from Ouachita Baptist University's Pruet School of Christian Studies traveled to Manaus, Brazil, June 26-28 to partner with churches across the Amazon Basin at the 17th annual Fé na Verdade (“Faith in Truth”) conference, hosted by Igreja Batista Constantinópolis.

Student working on his computer
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Seven tips as you search for private scholarships

July 06, 2026

If you're looking for more scholarship money that will help you cover the costs of college, read this seven tips to help with a great source for families and students.

Ouachita instructor with graphic design students
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Is AI Replacing Graphic Design Jobs?

June 26, 2026

Will artificial intelligence make graphic designers obsolete? That’s a common question we hear from prospective students and their parents — and it’s a fair one. AI can generate a logo or a flyer in seconds, so it’s natural to wonder whether a graphic design degree still leads to a real career.

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Ouachita named state's most admired university

June 22, 2026

Ouachita Baptist University was named AMP's most admired company for the four-year college/university category.

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The Grandmother of Juneteenth

June 19, 2026

On October 7, 2026, Dr. Opal Lee will celebrate her 100th birthday in Fort Worth, Texas. A few months earlier, on Friday, June 19, the nation will mark Juneteenth, the sixth observance since it became a federal holiday in 2021. How are these two milestones connected? The answer is Dr. Lee herself.

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