Category: News

  • Two MACU Students Recognized at OKC ADDY Awards

    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…

  • Google Day at MACU Highlights Collaboration, Innovation, and Responsible AI Integration

    Google Day at MACU Highlights Collaboration, Innovation, and Responsible AI Integration

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) successfully hosted its inaugural Google Day on January 22, bringing students, faculty, and staff together for a full day of learning, collaboration, and hands-on engagement with artificial intelligence tools and resources. Designed as a campus-wide initiative, Google Day featured 8 presentations, 2 interactive labs, and opportunities to explore technologies such as…

  • MACU to Host Annual Black Youth Conference

    MACU to Host Annual Black Youth Conference

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) will host its annual Black Youth Conference on Friday, February 13, welcoming students to campus for a day of inspiration, leadership development, and meaningful conversation centered on faith, identity, and purpose. The 2026 conference continues MACU’s commitment to creating spaces where young leaders are encouraged, equipped, and empowered. The conference will…

  • MACU Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    MACU Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) honored the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a series of campus and community events. On Monday, January 19, 2026, more than 50 MACU students, faculty, and staff participated in the annual MLK Day Parade in downtown Oklahoma City, joining organizations and community members from across the…

  • MACU Hosts Google Day to Launch Campus-Wide AI Engagement

    MACU Hosts Google Day to Launch Campus-Wide AI Engagement

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) will host Google Day on January 22, welcoming representatives from Google to campus for a full day of learning, collaboration, and hands-on exploration of artificial intelligence tools and resources. Google Day marks a key moment in MACU’s expanded partnership with Google and introduces students, faculty, and staff to technologies such as…

  • MACU Announces Dr. Kayse Shrum as 2026 Commencement Speaker

    MACU Announces Dr. Kayse Shrum as 2026 Commencement Speaker

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) is pleased to announce that Dr. Kayse Shrum, Chief Health Strategy Officer for the Chickasaw Nation, will serve as the commencement speaker for the University’s 2026 Commencement Ceremony. Commencement will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 2, 2026, Oklahoma City Convention Center. “MACU is honored to welcome Dr. Kayse Shrum…

  • Mid-America Christian University Connects to Oklahoma’s Research Network

    Mid-America Christian University Connects to Oklahoma’s Research Network

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) recently connected to the OneOklahoma Friction Free Network (OFFN), Oklahoma’s research network, through a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant awarded to the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and OneNet. OFFN is a 10, 100, and 400 Gbps research network that provides higher education institutions with a dedicated network route that…

  • Coming Full Circle: A Conversation on Education With Dr. Glenne’ Whisenhunt

    Coming Full Circle: A Conversation on Education With Dr. Glenne’ Whisenhunt

    Though Glenne’ Whisenhunt, PhD, began working at Mid-America Christian University as an associate professor and the director of the School of Teacher Education in 2024, she actually started her education career when she was in the first grade. As the child of two educators, one of Whisenhunt’s favorite games was playing school. She was, of…

  • MACU to Host 2025 First Americans Youth Conference

    MACU to Host 2025 First Americans Youth Conference

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) is honored to once again host the First Americans Youth Conference on Friday, November 21, 2025, on its Oklahoma City campus. The annual event welcomes Native youth from across the region for a day of inspiration, connection, and empowerment. Students will have the opportunity to hear from engaging speakers, attend interactive…

  • MACU Honors Service Members During Veterans Day Celebration

    MACU Honors Service Members During Veterans Day Celebration

    Mid-America Christian University (MACU) proudly honored those who have served the United States with a special Veterans Day Celebration on campus. The event brought together veterans from the MACU community, including faculty, staff, alumni, and current students, to recognize their service, sacrifice, and continued impact. The morning began with a Veterans Breakfast with the President…