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MLK Day 2026
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Learning to Love

January 18, 2026

Recently, I sat down with Dr. Lewis Shepherd Jr., Ouachita’s vice president for community and intercultural engagement, to discuss his Ouachita experience and reflect on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Ouachita alumni at Topgolf in Rogers, Ark.
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Ouachita to hold third annual FORE event at Topgolf in Rogers

January 14, 2026

Ouachita Baptist University will host its annual FORE Ouachita NWA event at TopGolf in Rogers, Ark., on April 20, with First Western Bank as the presenting sponsor. The event, scheduled for 5-8 p.m., will bring together alumni, parents, prospective students and families in support of student scholarships and alumni engagement.

Ouachita students at a rush party in 2025
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A Parent's Guide to Social Clubs at Ouachita

January 13, 2026

Wondering about social clubs at Ouachita Baptist University? If your student is considering rush, you likely have questions about this campus tradition. This guide will help you and your student navigate the social club experience with confidence and clarity.

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Ouachita names students to Fall 2025 President's List

January 06, 2026

Ouachita Baptist University has named 503 students to its President’s List for the Fall 2025 semester.

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Ouachita names students to Fall 2025 Dean's List

January 06, 2026

Ouachita Baptist University has named 441 students to its Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester.

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The Meaning of Immanuel

December 24, 2025

Discover why God fulfilled Isaiah's prophecy by coming as a helpless infant. Read about the profound meaning of Immanuel—"God with us"—this Christmas Day.

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Over 400 students and educators attend high school sports media conference at Ouachita

December 03, 2025

The Ouachita Sports Digital Network at Ouachita Baptist University welcomed over 400 high school students and teachers to campus on Nov. 12 for its fourth annual OSDN High School Sports Media Conference.

Dr. Ben Sells, Ouachita president, delivers the 2022 Commencement address
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Faithful to Our Mission

December 03, 2025

Last academic year, Ouachita was one of the few universities to provide a fully in-person education. As we prepared for this year, we challenged ourselves to provide all the benefits of a traditional campus experience.

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My Ultimate Ouachita Christmas List

November 30, 2025

The Christmas season is full of emotions and events, all fighting for a college student’s attention. It’s exciting and joyful, as a time to celebrate the birth of Christ and spend time with loved ones. Below is a list of events that we think should be on every student’s “must-do” list this Christmas season.

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