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Coffee and Culture
By Caleb Schirmer The coffee can never exceed the excellence of its culture. The coffee alone simply prompts us of who it brings together: people – loved, treasured, and seen. Cusping over Seven’s Hill, I see a small coffee shop on the corner of SE 6th and Stonewall. The clouds made for a quiet atmosphere,…
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Third Annual Black Youth Conference to be Held Feb. 16
By Annesha Sharp Since 1976, the month of February has been designated as Black History Month and is meant to celebrate and recognize the achievements of African Americans in shaping U.S. history. Mid-America Christian University will host its third annual Black Youth Conference on Friday, February 16th, 2024, emphasizing contributions and celebrating the vibrant culture…
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MACU Names Dean Meadows Chief Financial Officer
Dean Meadows has been named the new Chief Financial Officer of Mid-America Christian University. “I am pleased to welcome Dean Meadows to MACU’s executive Cabinet,” said President Phil Greenwald. “He brings tremendous experience and proven judgment and will be a valuable contributor in continuing our University’s forward momentum.” Meadows has an extensive history in finance,…
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Dr. Daniel Fisher Named Vice President for University Advancement
Mid-America Christian University (MACU) has announced Dr. Daniel Fisher as the new Vice President for University Advancement, effective Nov. 1. “We are excited to welcome Dan Fisher and we believe he will be a wonderful addition to our team as we strive to advance the mission of MACU,” said MACU President Rev. Phil Greenwald. “Dan’s…
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MACU Enters Educational Partnership with Chickasaw Nation
Mid-America Christian University (MACU) has partnered with the Chickasaw Nation Department of Education (CN) to provide eligible tribal members and tribal employees with educational assistance. With this partnership, members of the Chickasaw Nation can earn a degree at MACU on-site or online while receiving a 30% tuition discount. Student fees for members of the Chickasaw…
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MACU Hosts STEM Camp for Otoe-Missouria Youth
Students from the Otoe-Missouria Tribe participated in a STEM camp learning about ecology, biology and math at Mid-America Christian University (MACU). “Encouraging an interest in math and science today can cultivate a lifelong pursuit in STEM,” said Dr. Harold Kihega, chair of the MACU School of Biology. “We hope to expand our learning camps to…
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Jim Gasso Joins MACU as Head Softball Coach
Jim Gasso has been named the head softball coach at Mid-America Christian University (MACU). “MACU has built an exceptional softball program, and I look forward to extending the tradition of excellence,” Gasso said. “Most importantly, I’m excited and blessed to use this sport as a platform for ministry.” Gasso succeeds Robert Wakefield, who coached softball…
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Concurrent Classes Offer Affordable Option for High Schoolers
Almost 70 percent of young adults who go to college take out student loans to pay for college. The number of college students graduating with significant debt is staggering — a recent report by the U.S. Federal Reserve showed that most students graduate already more than $30,000 in debt. To help make earning a college…
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MACU Celebrates Class of 2023 at Commencement
Mid-America Christian University celebrated the achievements of 360 graduates as they received their degrees during the University’s 2023 Commencement on May 6 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. During the ceremony, President Rev. Phil Greenwald and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Sharon Lease conferred 24 candidates for associate degrees, 191 candidates for bachelor’s degrees…
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Global Methodist Church Approves MACU as Recommended Educational Institution
The Global Methodist (GM) Church has approved Mid-America Christian University as a recommended educational institution, the GM Church announced this week. This distinction means that the GM Church officially endorses MACU as an institution at which persons who reside outside of the United States or western Europe can complete courses to satisfy the educational requirement…
