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Spiritual Transformation Week Recap: “It’s the Person…”
During Holy Week, Mid-America Christian University (MACU) hosted Spiritual Transformation Week, a time set apart for the campus community to reflect, worship, and refocus on the person of Jesus Christ. This year’s theme, “It’s the Person…”, centered on the truth that our lives are not defined by our circumstances or achievements, but by our relationship…
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Christ-Centered and Clinically Advanced: Lainie Zamora’s Nursing Experience at MACU
Elaina “Lainie” Zamora has always felt called to travel the world to help people and spread the Word of Christ. However, she was never quite sure how to make that happen. After visiting Mid-America Christian University (MACU) as a high school senior, though, she was sure of one thing: enrolling at MACU would be a…
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Following the Footsteps of Paul: MACU’s Journey Through Greece
Recently, a group of students, alumni, faculty, and staff from Mid-America Christian University (MACU) had the incredible opportunity to travel to Greece to explore the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. What began as a study tour quickly became something deeper: a powerful, tangible experience of Scripture coming to life. Throughout their time in Greece, the…
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Mid-America Christian University Earns 2026-2027 Military Friendly School Designation
Mid-America Christian University has been named a 2026-2027 Military Friendly® School. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2026-2027 survey with 830 earning special awards for going above the standard. “Military Friendly® is committed to…
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Learning and Discerning: Dr. Justin Key on Finding His Calling
For the faculty of Mid-America Christian University’s School of Ministry, helping students discern their calling is a top priority. While some students arrive knowing they want to become ministers, youth pastors, or faith-forward mental health professionals, other students’ goals are far less clear. Attending MACU is an important first step for these students in exploring…
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Pathway to Becoming a Licensed Counselor: Duties, Skills, and Careers
Nearly 25% of all adults in the U.S. experience some sort of mental illness, with about a quarter of them facing serious conditions that limit their daily functioning, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). However, access to treatment remains limited: Only 19% of people in need of substance abuse treatment…
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Breaking Ground on New Student Center
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, the MACU community gathered to celebrate a historic milestone, the groundbreaking of our new Student Center. The Board of Trustees, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the University came together in celebration, marking the moment with commemorative keepsakes and, most importantly, one another. The ceremony was more than symbolic;…
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A Transformative Experience in Washington, D.C.
In February, President Phil Greenwald, the Student Government Association Cabinet, and four invited students traveled to Washington, D.C. Over the course of three days, the group engaged in meaningful conversations about leadership, faith, public service, and the role of Christian higher education in today’s cultural landscape. The retreat was intentionally designed to expose student leaders…
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Two MACU Students Recognized at OKC ADDY Awards
Two students from Mid-America Christian University (MACU) were recognized at the 2026 OKC ADDY Awards, part of the prestigious American Advertising Awards hosted locally by AAF Oklahoma. The OKC ADDY Awards represent the first tier of the advertising industry’s largest and most competitive creative awards program. Representing Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Wichita Falls, the competition…
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Attending Nursing School as a Single Parent or Guardian
Single parents and guardians who are considering enrolling in college are far from alone. According to Scholarship America, more than 1 in 5 college students in the U.S. (about 3.8 million) are parents. Many of these students balance their coursework, caregiving responsibilities, and employment while working toward their long-term career goals. Earning a degree is…
