Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Joe Pena’s organization
Feb 21, 2025·BoardMeeting
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Okwu Chapel Chapel
The session featured a presentation titled "Courtney Dunn". Announcements included details about an upcoming global gathering event called "Gather 25" scheduled for a week later on the 28th. There was also a discussion about facility improvements called "Leave Your Mark", where attendees were invited to write on the Spiritual Life room floor before new flooring is installed on the following Wednesday. The main address centered on the theme of patience, referencing Isaiah chapter 30:15-18, contrasting the Israelites' impatience with God's longing to be gracious. A request was made for volunteers to assist with a group activity in exchange for spiritual life credits.
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The event, titled "OKWU Chapel: Emma Lurz," included greetings, announcements regarding 'Elevate Week' featuring guest speaker Jamie Prescott, and reminders about spiritual life services being worth two credits. Key discussion points focused on encouraging attendance at local churches, community service, and supporting California fire relief efforts through the Dollar Club initiative, targeting a $5,000 goal to be partnered with Convoy of Hope. The main speaker, Emma Lurz, a junior Pastoral Ministry major, delivered a sermon titled "Made For This," focusing on servant leadership and embodying the fruits of the spirit, referencing Galatians 5:16-26. She discussed the distinction between walking in the flesh and walking by the spirit, contrasting the immediate gratification of the flesh with the long-term outcomes of the spirit, such as love, joy, and peace. She shared a personal testimony about her experiences at church camp in South Dakota.
Feb 7, 2024·StrategicPlan
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Oklahoma Wesleyan University Future Vision 2022-2030
This document outlines Oklahoma Wesleyan University's strategic direction, reviewing 2023 achievements and detailing future plans up to 2030. Key priorities include enhancing spiritual development and student well-being, expanding educational offerings with new faculty and advanced degrees, and improving campus facilities through projects like renovating Wesley Hall and developing the Eagle Village apartment complex. The university is also implementing a 'NOW campaign' to raise $68 million by 2030 for endowment and infrastructure. Strategic initiatives emphasize servant leadership, innovative academic partnerships, and preparing students with diverse skills for a dynamic future, all while maintaining a biblical foundation and fostering a hopeful and resilient community.
Sep 21, 2020·StrategicPlan
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Campus Expansion Project
This document details OKWU's Eagle Campus Expansion Fields + Track Project, aimed at bolstering outdoor and multi-purpose facilities. The project focuses on enhancing health, wellness, and athletic success, with an initial phase including the installation of championship-level turf fields for soccer, baseball, and softball, and a new track and field. Future plans encompass a field house and wellness center, designed to enrich student activities and promote intercollegiate athletic success.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
