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Madison at the bluff
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When I grow up: How my passions inspired me to study political science

January 21, 2020

What do you want to be when you grow up? The question we have all been asked. As a child, this question allows you to dream. You could be a rock star, an astronaut or maybe even the president of the United States! When you are asked this question going into college, the reality may be very different.

Slaton Teague
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From the Ouachitonian: Slaton Teague

January 20, 2020

Serving as a student minister gave Slaton Teague the opportunity to live out God’s will for his life. A senior Christian studies major with an emphasis in Biblical studies and Christian ministry from White Oak, Texas, Teague spent the past three years pouring into students as an intern, associate pastor and now a student pastor. His time at Ouachita shaped him into a lifelong learner as he continued to build relationships with students.

Pigments and Process
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Ouachita hosts printmaking exhibit "Pigments and Process" Jan. 14-March 6

January 15, 2020

Ouachita Baptist University’s Rosemary Adams Department of Art and Design will host a group exhibition titled “Pigments and Process” from Jan. 14 to March 6 featuring the work of Arkansas printmakers. The exhibit will be displayed in the Rosemary Gossett Adams Gallery on the second floor of Moses-Provine Hall and is free and open to the public. A reception for the featured artists will be held Thursday, Jan. 30, from 1-2 p.m.

Emily McMaster
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From the "Ouachitonian": Emily McMaster

January 13, 2020

The concept of coming face-to-face with trials would push most into a state of panic and dysfunction. However, for Emily McMaster, a freshman kinesiology major from Texarkana, encountering daily trials became her way of life at the tender age of five.

President Ben Sells shakes student's hand at graduation
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Ouachita reports second consecutive 99% career outcomes rate for graduates

January 10, 2020

Ouachita Baptist University reported yet another graduating class found success in their post-graduate pursuits as 99% of the 2019 graduating class currently is employed or furthering their education. The number also exceeds the most recent national average of 93% for colleges and universities.

Ouachita's Wind Ensemble plays in concert
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Eight Ouachita students selected to perform in 2020 Arkansas Intercollegiate Band

January 07, 2020

Eight Ouachita Baptist University music students have been selected for the 2020 Arkansas Intercollegiate Band (AIB) and will attend the Arkansas Music Educators Convention Feb. 20-21, 2020, at the Hot Springs Convention Center.

Joao Rodrigues
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From the "Ouachitonian": Joao Rodrigues

January 06, 2020

For the 1500+ students who make their way onto Ouachita’s campus every day, each one has ­­a unique and specific path that brought them to Arkadelphia. Joao Rodrigues, a sophomore finance and business administration major from Ribeirao Preto, Brazil, had never even heard of Ouachita before thinking about college, but a big passion and talent for swimming was just what it took to come to school in southwest Arkansas.

Ouachita Voices graphic
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Ouachita Voices: The blog, the people, the stories

January 01, 2020

So often, when Ouachitonians talk about what makes Ouachita Baptist University special, the answer is “the people.” This blog, “Ouachita Voices,” is a place for the people of Ouachita to tell the stories of Ouachita.

Claire Seale
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From the "Ouachitonian": Claire Seale

December 30, 2019

Genuine. Redeemed. Transparent. These were words used to describe Claire Seale, a junior English major from Little Rock. And it was her story that spurred these precious words to describe her unique personality.

Jaret Webb
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From the "Ouachitonian": Jaret Webb

December 23, 2019

Anyone associated with Ouachita is familiar with Tiger Tunes and the dedication of those who participate in and direct it, including the men and women of the Ouachita Student Foundation (OSF). Jaret Webb, a senior communication sciences and disorders major from Memphis, Tenn., was past the point of familiarity. Tiger Tunes was like family to him.

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