Chase Hartsell
Ouachita signs advanced standing agreements with two seminaries
September 07, 2026Ouachita has signed agreements with New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and Samford University’s Beeson Divinity School that will allow students in the Pruet School of Christian Studies to earn credits toward a Master of Divinity degree while taking undergraduate courses.
Dr. Bob Gravett Sr. remembered as beloved coach, mentor
August 06, 2026Dr. 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 tour Ireland, selected to perform at statewide conference
July 15, 2026The 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.
Benson wins 2026 Juried Student Art & Design Show
June 12, 2026Ouachita Baptist University’s Bryce Benson, a senior graphic design major from Forney, Texas, took home first place in the university’s 2026 Juried Student Art & Design Show with his terracotta pencil piece titled “Sit and Look Elegant.”
Burson's music composition selected for national conference
June 05, 2026Baylee Burson, a recent music graduate from Arkadelphia, Arkansas, had an original music composition, “Scarlet,” selected for performance at the College Music Society’s 68th National Conference in Spokane, Washington, on October 30.
Ouachita's Elrod Center honors more than 150 volunteers
May 28, 2026Ouachita Baptist University’s Ben M. Elrod Center for Family & Community recognized more than 150 volunteers at its annual University Community Service Awards banquet in Walker Conference Center on Thursday, April 23.
Ouachita graduates, faculty and families gather on Cone-Bottoms lawn for Spring Commencement
May 15, 2026Ouachita Baptist University honored 432 graduates during its 139th Spring Commencement ceremony on the front lawn of historic Cone-Bottoms Hall on Saturday, May 9.
White, Beene and Clark receive top honors at Ouachita's Academic Awards Ceremony
May 06, 2026Ouachita Baptist University recognized student achievement in the classroom and beyond at its annual Academic Awards Ceremony in Jones Performing Arts Center on Friday, May 1.
Ouachita to hold Spring Commencement on May 9
April 28, 2026Ouachita Baptist University will hold its 139th Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 9, at 9 a.m. in front of historic Cone-Bottoms Hall.
Ouachita hosts Special Olympics Arkansas Spring Games
April 02, 2026Ouachita Baptist University welcomed athletes from across Clark, Garland, Hot Spring and Saline counties to Hickingbotham Family Track & Field on April 1 for the 2026 Special Olympics Arkansas Area 10 Spring Games.