Our Day

Weekly News for OBU Faculty and Staff
 
May 21, 2012
  

LIBRARY’S MEMORIAL DAY SCHEDULE

The Library will be closed Saturday, May 26, through Monday, May 28, for Memorial Day.
  

LIBRARY SUMMER HOURS

Here are the Library’s summer hours, starting today, May 21.
 
Main Library
  Sunday: CLOSED
  Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
  Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  Saturday: 1-5 p.m.
 
Media Services
  For summer hours, please email cindy.hicks@okbu.edu or call 878-2248.
 
Curriculum Library
  For summer hours, please email denise.jett@okbu.edu or call 878-2252.
 
OBU Archives
  Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED
  Monday-Friday: Open only by prior appointment
    To make an appointment email deana.chesser@okbu.edu or call 878-2249
 
J.M. Gaskin Historical Library and Baptist Archives
  Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED
  Monday-Friday: Open only by prior appointment
    To make an appointment email deana.chesser@okbu.edu or call 878-2249.
  

RAWC NEWS

Camp RAWC
Looking for healthy activities for your children aged 6-12? Bring them to Camp RAWC, where they can climb, splash, and jump into an active summer. “Helping Kids Make Healthy Choices” is Camp RAWC’s motto, and this summer will provide seven weeks of fun-filled themes. Pre-register by May 25 and save. For more information and registration forms, go to: http://www.okbu.edu/wellness/camp_rawc/index.html
 
RAWC Summer Hours
Center
  Monday-Friday: 5:45 a.m.-10 p.m.
  Saturday: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
  Sunday: 2-10 p.m.
 
Pool
  Monday-Friday: 5:45 a.m.-8 p.m. (Children’s swimming lessons meet in June, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.)
  Saturday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
  Sunday: Pool Closed
 
Climbing Wall
  Monday-Saturday: 1-8 p.m.
  

BOOKSTORE SUMMER HOURS

Summer hours for OBU’s Bookstore are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday.
  

GRADUATE SCHOOL REMINDER

The OBU Graduate School now has a new address and new phone numbers. The mailing/physical address is 3800 N. May Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. Office Phone: 585-4601. Office Fax: 585-4646.
  

WORDS OF THANKS

This note has been a long time coming. It has taken so long to thank you for your many prayers, notes, and gifts because I am just now regaining my speech from being overwhelmed by your generosity!
 
I wasn’t there when Marcos brought the literal car load of food, cards, and other gifts from you and even though it had been mostly put away into freezers (yes that ‘s’ belongs there) when I returned home, it was still obvious we had been pounded as no other.
 
God used your graciousness during a difficult time to sustain me and my family. That same spirit continues to fuel my appreciation for being a part of such a special institution. I am humbled each and every time I think of you.
 
Mandy has come out of a very difficult time, and has a much longer road ahead. She is handling the difficulties in communication and the mental confusion like the woman of faith I always knew her to be. She is strong because the God she serves is strong, and she is encouraged because she knows she and her family are surrounded by the body of Christ. We praise God for ordering of our steps to bring us here four years ago. We never wish to go through something like this again, but are now far enough removed to see blessings that could never have come to us in any other way. Thank you for being a blessing!
 
– Michael White, Women’s Soccer Coach
 
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Tony and I wish to thank the OBU community for supporting us spiritually after the passing of my mother. She was an educator and all three of us siblings followed in her footsteps; she loved to travel and learn about different cultures and people. By now you can see that without her inspiration, I probably would not be here at OBU today. She was the one to sign me up on the very first scholarship that brought me to this country, and the rest is history. We also thank you for the beautiful plant, which reminded us too of mother’s love for her flowers and garden. We cherished all the cards, thoughts and prayers that were sent our way.
 
– Lucrecia Litherland
  

SEEKING LOST BRACLET 

On Friday, May 11, OBU’s Commencement day, an OBU student lost a very special bracelet that was given to her by her mother. She has checked the Geiger Center’s Lost-and-Found, but did not find it there.
 
The bracelet has a brooch-like center, with three strands of crystal and pearl beads on each side. If you have seen it, please send an email to katie.chadwick@okbu.edu.
  

BABY SHOWER SET FOR MAY 22

You are invited to a come-and-go baby shower for Dr. Kevin and Dandi Pruiett this Tuesday, May 22, from 5-7 p.m. in the Mabee Suite. They are registered at Babies “R” Us and Target.
  

OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP LOCAL MINISTRY EFFORTS

Here’s a chance to make a difference in someone’s life! Mission Shawnee is seeking volunteers for this Tuesday, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers will stock Mission Shawnee food pantry shelves with a large quantity of food donated earlier this month. For more information, contact missionshawnee.org.
 
Also, Good Shepherd Chapel is seeking volunteer drivers for summer 2012. For more information, call 273-2248, or contact Dr. Bob Dawson at 706-9008.
  

STUDENT SEEKING SUMMER ODD JOBS

An OBU student who will be in Shawnee this summer is seeking to help residents with mowing, cleaning or other work. If you have work projects, please email marty.ogwynn@okbu.edu and we’ll get the student in touch with you.
  

ITEMS FOR SALE

Maple entertainment/gaming center with glass doors and a drawer, 35.5 inches wide, 23 inches deep, and 28 inches high, in very good condition, $40 OBO. American Lawn Mower Company push reel mower, new last year, only used one season, works well if you have even turf, $40 OBO. Contact Lee Hinson at lee.hinson@okbu.edu or by phone at 275-3242.
  

HORSEMANSHIP DAY CAMPS OFFERED IN JUNE

CBar Horsemanship Day Camps are June 4-7, June 11-14, and June 18-21. Camp brochures are available in the KALS offices, the OBU Bookstore, and the RAWC. For more details, you can contact Charla Bundy at 627-4919 or charla.bundy@okbu.edu, or visit www.cbarhorsemanship.com.
  

MOTORCYCLE FOR SALE

For Sale: 2008 Yamaha 1100 V-Star, El Dorado package, black, brand new tires and battery, with extras. Rides very nice. $4,700. Call 405-627-4919.
  

CAT SEEKING HOME

A two-year-old cat, who apparently answers to “Otis,” is seeking a home. He has been neutered and declawed. If you are interested in providing Otis a new home, please contact Stephanie McCullough at 820-1695.
  

CHINA CABINET FOR SALE 

China cabinet for sale. It has a black finish, with lighted shelves. $450. For a photo of the cabinet, please email marty.ogwynn@okbu.edu.
  

WANTED: HOME OR APARTMENT FOR RENT

The Purin family is looking for a rental home for the 2012-13 academic year (and likely longer), beginning in July or August. If anyone manages any properties or knows of someone who does, could you please contact us? Ideally we would like three bedrooms, and to be close to OBU. Thanks. – Peter Purin, 405-432-9092 or peter.purin@okbu.edu
  

SEEKING SUMMER WORK

Grandson looking for summer work – yard work, mowing, pet-sitting. Responsible 16-year-old granddaughter wanting to babysit. Call Nancy at 585-5801 or 275-2685.
  

INTERN SEEKING LOCAL SUMMER HOUSING

An Oklahoma State University junior is working as an intern with a local bank this summer and is seeking a place to stay in Shawnee during the weekday nights (Sunday through Thursday nights). He would like to rent a room, garage apartment or similar space for May 21-August 3. If you have a space for rent, please contact Michele Parker at gapnat@cox.net or via phone at 405-550-7957.
  

McQUADE MOWING SERVICES AVAILABLE

Are you tired of mowing your yard, don’t have the time or energy to do it, don’t want to swelter in the Oklahoma heat, or perhaps you simply aren’t able to care for your yard the way you would like to? Then please allow me do it for you! Your lawn will receive a great cut and you can’t beat the price! All lawn sizes are welcome – residential and commercial. Just give me a call or send me an email, and I will be happy to come by and give you a free estimate. Cell phone 812-767-3066, home phone 405-308-4351, email: markaramcquade@gmail.com.
  

FACULTY/STAFF BIRTHDAYS

(May 22-28, 2012)
 
5/22 – Cynthia Gates, Director of Events, Conferences and Camps
5/22 – Mike Johnson, Director of Human Resources
5/23 – Daniel Chouinard, RAWC Facility Assistant
5/23 – Jeremy Fisher, Director of Men’s Housing
5/24 – Dale Griffin, Dean of Spiritual Life
5/24 – Dr. Bill Hagen, Professor of English
5/24 – Dayla Rowland, Student Ministry Associate for Evangelism and Mobilization
5/25 – Jana VanderTook, Administrative Assistant to the Provost/Exec. VP for Campus Life
5/26 – Julia Pope, Academic Services Assistant
5/27 – Kristin Dunn, Enrollment Management Receptionist
5/27 – Chele Marker-Cash, Creative Services Coordinator
 
RETIRED FACULTY/STAFF
5/22 – Sylvia Cobb, Retired Librarian, sscobb@sbcglobal.net
5/24 – Peggy Herron, Secretary, Paul Dickinson School of Business
          130 E. 45th St., Apt. 19A, Shawnee, OK 74804
5/27 – Dr. Robert Clarke, Professor Emeritus of Philosophy
          7450 Stonebrook Parkway, Apt. 1213, Frisco, TX 75034
5/28 – James Garretson, Facilities Management and Services
          31061 Highway 102, Macomb, OK 74852
  

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