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Experience Student Life at ORU
The Student Life Team is dedicated to cultivating a premier Spirit-empowered student
experience centered on engagement, leadership, and service. We help students grow
spiritually, personally, and socially through leadership development, discipleship,
campus involvement, spiritual formation, and service opportunities. Our goal is to
help students discover purpose, build authentic relationships, and become Whole Leaders
for the Whole World.
About Student Life
The Kingdom moves at the speed of relationship. In Student Life, we value building relationships with our students so they can become all that God has called them to be.
Senior Director of Spiritual Life and Student Experience
A team of high-capacity student leaders serving their peers through event creation,
E-sports, student-led club organizations, and creative innovation. The Clubs and Organizations office in Student Association serves to build community
through student-led groups anchored around culture, hobbies, and games. The Intramurals office exists to create spaces of community and competition for the
ORU student body through sports like basketball, flag football, soccer, pickleball,
and volleyball.Student Experience
Student Association
Clubs and Organizations
Intramurals
We exist to raise up Spirit-Empowered worshipers who are pure-hearted, Spirit-filled,
biblically-sound, leadership-ready, and creatively skilled to go and change their
world. Students can be a part of Worship Center no matter what their major is or music
skill level. Get connected with others who are passionate about prayer and worship!
Worship Center
The Chaplain Program is a key part of Spiritual Life at ORU, helping students grow in their relationship with God through discipleship, spiritual formation, and community. Through student Chaplains, discipleship groups, and peer-leadership opportunities, students are encouraged to become rooted spiritual leaders who love God and love people.
Meet the Chaplain Coordinators
At ORU, we are equipping students to fulfill the Great Commission by loving locally
and reaching globally. Our mission is to be a strategic, short-term investment into
long-term Kingdom work. Come join what Jesus is doing in the nations!
Missions & Outreach
ORU Counseling Services provides confidential support for students experiencing academic,
emotional, relational, spiritual, or personal challenges. When life feels overwhelming,
our caring staff offers a safe, nonjudgmental environment where students can find
support, perspective, and hope.
Counseling Services
The Care Team is committed to supporting students through holistic care that nurtures
their spiritual, intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development. We walk
alongside students by listening, engaging, and partnering with them as they consider
the next steps and solutions. Through connection to campus resources, student engagement
opportunities, and ongoing support, we strive to ensure that no student is left alone.
Care Team
Our Student Life Team is committed to developing Spirit-empowered leaders who lead with purpose, serve with compassion, and walk boldly in God's calling.
Vice President of Student Life
Have a question about Student Life, or not sure where to go for support? We want to
hear from you! Reach out to us — we are here to help and connect you with the right
people. Stop by the Student Life office on the 3rd floor of the Learning Resource Center.
By clicking the link below, you will also see how you can contact each person on our
team. Feel free to reach out to us individually — we want to meet you! We want to hear from you! Call the Student Life office directly and someone will help
direct your call — we're here to help.
Contact Us
Email Us
Meet Us
Call Us
ORU One Stop is a great place to start for questions about registration, financial aid, billing,
transcripts, graduation, and other student services. Student Success provides academic support through Student Success Coaches, tutoring, and other resources
to help students thrive. For questions about housing, the pantry, or commuter status,
contact ORU Concierge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students can participate in campus events, student organizations, intramural sports,
prayer movement, and leadership programs throughout the year. Stay informed through
the ORU app, chapel announcements, emails, residence hall floor meetings, campus flyers,
and other university communications.
ORU offers several resources to support students' mental and emotional well-being,
through offices like Counseling Services and the Care Team. Students may also receive support from Residence Hall Directors, Resident Advisors, Floor Chaplains, and other Student Life staff. If you're unsure where to begin, the Care Team Coordinator can help you explore available resources and connect you with the support that best
fits your needs.