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April 16-17

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ORU QUEST: Experience It!

ORU QUEST: Experience It!

You're invited to Oral Roberts University! This personalized, immersive campus experience lets you see what your future could look like as a Golden Eagle.

  • Compete for a full-tuition Quest Scholarship
  • Connect with current students and make new friends
  • Dive into your academic interests during open houses, class visits, and info sessions
  • Experience ORU’s spiritual life through Chapel
  • Explore opportunities to get involved on campus
  • Get an early look at upcoming residence hall renovations
  • Stay overnight in the dorms*
  • Take a campus tour 

Parents: We have prepared special moments throughout the event where you can learn about various aspects, such as college payment options, campus safety, student support, and more.

*Overnight visits are exclusive to students admitted to Oral Roberts University. Submit your application today!

 


Choose Your Track

If you’re still exploring if ORU is the right fit, we’ve created the perfect track for you to experience classes, connect with professors, and discover what makes our Spirit-empowered university different from other Christian colleges.
Schedule a personalized meeting at Quest →

Thursday

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMMabee Center, North Lobby
Event Check-In & Luggage Dropoff
This is where your Quest experience begins! Swing by to check in, grab your event materials, and get all the details you’ll need for the day. If you’re staying overnight, please bring your luggage with you — we’ll take care of it and deliver it to your residence hall later so you can explore hands-free. Be sure to keep anything you’ll want with you during the day. Our team will be there the whole time to help with questions, next steps, or anything you need to feel ready to jump in!
Learn More
9:30 AM - 10:30 AMHammer Center, Fenimore Room
Welcome Session
Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule, connect with other attendees, and learn about the exciting opportunities that await you at ORU. Our team will walk you through the day’s events, give you a chance to ask questions, and help you tailor your schedule to make the most of your visit.
Learn More
10:40 AM - 12:00 PMVarious Locations
Campus Tour or Class Visit
Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand — sitting in on a live class, hearing from faculty, and engaging with current students. Class visits are primarily reserved for students; however, parents are welcome if space allows.

Class Visit Options

  • Civil. & Culture of Spain — Graduate Center, Room 5A34
  • Film Directing & Producing — Learning Resource Center, Room 122
  • Technical Writing — Graduate Center, Room 4A47
  • Human Resource Management — Graduate Center, Room 3A06
  • Early Literacy Instruction & Intervention — Graduate Center, Room 515
  • Literacy in Secondary Teaching — Graduate Center, Room 5E03

Campus Tour Options

  • Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 11:00 AM)
  • Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 11:30 AM)

Also Available

  • Explore Entrepreneurship at ORU — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Floor 2 (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

**Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Learn More
12:00 PM - 12:45 PMHamill Dining Hall
Welcome Lunch
Join us for a relaxed, community-style lunch where you’ll have the chance to connect with other families and get to know members of the New Student Relations Team in an informal setting. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, share your excitement, and start building relationships — lunch is on us!
Learn More
1:00 PM - 4:30 PMVarious Locations
Campus Tour or Class Visit
Multiple class visit and campus tour sessions run through the afternoon. Choose the session that best fits your schedule. Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

1:00 PM - 2:25 PM Class Visit Options

  • American Literature II — Graduate Center, Room 5A34
  • Elementary French II — Learning Resource Center, Room 232B
  • Intermediate Chinese II — Graduate Center, Room 4112
  • Interpersonal Communication — Graduate Center, Room 4A37
  • Wisdom of the Ancient World — Graduate Center, Room 2114
  • Worldview & Apologetics — Graduate Center, Room 5112
  • Managerial Accounting — Graduate Center, Room 3A09
  • Classroom Leadership — Graduate Center, Room 515

2:35 PM - 3:55 PM Class Visit Options

  • Communication Ethics — Graduate Center, Room 4112
  • American History Survey II — Graduate Center, Room 5A30
  • American Sign Language I — Graduate Center, Room 5A31
  • Major Religions of the World — Graduate Center, Room 5112
  • Managerial Accounting — Graduate Center, Room 3A09
  • Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3A12
  • History & Systems — Graduate Center, Room 4114

Campus Tour Options

  • Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 3:30 PM)
  • Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 4:00 PM)

Also Available

  • Navigating ORU: A First-Gen. Guide — Hammer Center, Garden Vista (2:30 PM - 3:00 PM)
  • International Student Connect — International Student Center (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM)

**Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Learn More
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMVarious Locations
Student Panel or Spiritual Life Panel
Student Panel (Open to students only): Join current ORU students for a live Q&A panel where they share real stories, campus experiences, and answer your questions about life as a Golden Eagle.

Spiritual Life Panel: Join ORU staff from Missions & Outreach, the Worship Center, and the Chaplain Program highlighting how students grow in faith, serve locally and globally, and experience spiritual support through worship, mentorship, and discipleship — core to ORU’s whole person education.
Learn More
4:30 PM - 5:30 PMZoppelt Hall
Dorm Check-In Overnight Only
Arrive to see your assigned room for your exclusive overnight experience, retrieve your luggage, and get settled in for the evening ahead. Take time to refresh and make yourself at home before the night’s activities begin. Parents are welcome to accompany you to view the room during check-in.
Learn More
5:30 PM - 7:00 PMHamill Dining Hall
Dinner Overnight Only
Meal vouchers will be provided for all students at the entrance. Please show your Quest wristband to receive your voucher. Parents are welcome to join for dinner (self-pay).
Learn More
7:00 PM - 9:00 PMVarious Locations
Evening Activities Overnight Only
April 16-17 options:
• Quest Fest — Aerobic Center (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Games and friendly competition with fellow Quest students.
• Prayer Sets — Prayer Tower (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): A meaningful, student-led time of prayer and worship.
• Golden Eagle Gathering — Hammer Center (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): A fun, high-energy evening with music, games, and current students.
Learn More
9:00 PM - 9:45 PMHammer Center, Floor 2, Fenimore Room
Class Connect Overnight Only
A relaxed, low-pressure time to meet other students in your class, strike up conversations, and start building real connections. Whether you’re finding people with similar interests, swapping first impressions of campus, or just hanging out, this is a fun, welcoming space to begin forming friendships — and maybe even meet your future roommate.
Learn More
9:45 PM - 10:15 PMVarious Residence Halls
Community Meeting & Curfew Overnight Only
Gather together to reflect on the day, hear key takeaways, and get a preview of the activities and opportunities available on Friday so you’re ready to make the most of tomorrow. Curfew is strictly enforced at 10:30 PM for all Quest overnight guests. Please contact Security if you have questions after hours at 918.495.7750.
Learn More

Friday

7:00 AM - 10:00 AMHamill Dining Hall
Breakfast Overnight Only
Quest Plus parents are welcome to join breakfast (self-pay). Meal vouchers will be provided for all students — please show your Quest wristband to receive your voucher.
Learn More
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMMabee Center, North Lobby
Event Check-In
Quest Plus guests do not need to check in again. One-day guests: this is where your Friday experience begins! Swing by to check in, grab your event materials, and get all the details you’ll need for the day.
Learn More
8:30 AM - 9:30 AMChrist’s Chapel, Holy Spirit Room
Welcome Session
Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule and learn about the exciting opportunities that await you on Friday. Our team will walk you through the day’s events and help you make the most of your visit.
Learn More
8:40 AM - 9:35 AMVarious Locations
Class Visit Overnight Only
Class visits offer a real-time opportunity for students to experience ORU academics firsthand. Primarily reserved for students; parents welcome if space allows.

Class Visit Options

  • Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
  • Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5A31
  • Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46
  • Young Adult Literature — Graduate Center, Room 5A30
  • Digital Fundamentals — Graduate Center, Room 2B08 (8:40 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Crafts — Graduate Center, Room 1B17 (8:40 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Graphic Design II — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 (8:40 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114
  • Heat & Thermodynamics — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 221
  • Biochemistry — Biological Science Center, Room 120
  • Kinesiology — Aerobic Center, Room 140
  • Machines & Mechanisms — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
  • Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46

**Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Learn More
9:50 AM - 10:45 AMVarious Locations
Campus Tour or Class Visit
Class visits and faculty Q&A opportunity. Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Class Visit Options

  • Civil War and Reconstruction — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
  • Communication Theory — Learning Resources Center, Room 104
  • Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
  • Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 4116
  • Intermediate Spanish II — Graduate Center, Room 1B04
  • Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114 (9:45 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Pharmacology — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 100
  • Nutrition — Biological Sciences Center, Room 122
  • General Chemistry I Lecture — Biological Sciences Center, Room 112
  • Calculus 1 — Biological Sciences Center, Room 1D29 (9:45 AM - 10:45 AM)

Campus Tour Options

  • Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby
  • Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby
Learn More
11:00 AM - 12:00 PMChrist’s Chapel
Chapel
We have seats reserved for you in Section C.
Learn More
12:15 PM - 1:15 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium
Lunch with ORU’s President, Dr. William M. Wilson
Enjoy a catered lunch while hearing directly from ORU’s President. This is a special opportunity to learn more about his vision for the university and connect over a shared meal with other future Golden Eagles.
Learn More
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMChrist’s Chapel, Kennedy Chapel
The Leadership Experience
Explore leadership opportunities at ORU and how students develop the skills and experience to lead with purpose. Hear from campus leaders and current students during an informative session and Q&A.
Learn More
2:30 PM - 3:30 PMVarious Locations
Class Visit or Faculty Q&A — Various Colleges
Class visits and faculty Q&A across multiple colleges. Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Class Visit Options

  • Psychology Symposium — Hammer Center, Fenimore Room (1:00 PM - 2:15 PM & 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
  • Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5112
  • Wisdom of the Ancient World — Graduate Center, Room 4116
  • Graphic Design Studio — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 (2:25 PM - 4:30 PM)
  • Worship Lab — Media Arts Center, Room 201 (2:35 PM - 3:55 PM)
  • Making Music in the 21st Century — Media Arts Center, Studio A, Room 239
  • Criminology — Graduate Center, Room 4114

Faculty Q&A Options

  • College of Arts & Cultural Studies - Theatre, Dance & Media — Media Arts Center, Lobby
  • College of Arts & Cultural Studies - Liberal Arts — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
  • Fenimore & Fisher College of Business — Graduate Center, Floor 3 Pit
  • College of Education — Graduate Center, Education Offices, Floor 5
  • College of Health Sciences — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 150A
  • College of Science & Engineering - Health, Leisure & Sports Management — Aerobic Center, Room 109
  • College of Science & Engineering - Engineering — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
  • College of Science & Engineering - Biology & Chemistry — Biological Sciences Center, Atrium
  • College of Theology — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
Learn More
3:30 PM - 4:30 PMVarious Locations
Explore Study Abroad or Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways
Explore Study Abroad: Learn how you can take your education beyond the classroom through global programs at ORU. This come-and-go session highlights international experiences and how they fit into your academic journey.

Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways — Learning Resource Center, Floor 2, Culture Lab: Learn about ORU’s accelerated pathways to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in a streamlined timeline.
Learn More
4:30 PM - 5:00 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium
Soaring Send-Off
Join our team for a celebratory closing session to wrap up your Quest experience! We’ll recap the highlights of your time on campus, share next steps, and send you off with some fun giveaways and parting surprises.
Learn More
5:00 PM - 6:00 PMVarious Residence Halls
Dorm Check-Out Overnight Only
Don’t forget to check out with the leader on your floor so we know you’ve left campus safely! You can temporarily park in Lot G to collect your personal belongings from the residence halls.
Learn More
If you know ORU is where you want to be and you’re ready for next steps, we’ll guide you through securing your scholarships, selecting housing, and diving into your major so you can attend Faculty Q&A sessions, meet professors, and sit in on classes.
Schedule a personalized meeting at Quest →

Thursday

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMMabee Center, North Lobby
Event Check-In & Luggage Dropoff
This is where your Quest experience begins! Swing by to check in, grab your event materials, and get all the details you’ll need for the day. If you’re staying overnight, please bring your luggage with you — we’ll take care of it and deliver it to your residence hall later so you can explore hands-free.
Learn More
9:30 AM - 10:30 AMHammer Center, Fenimore Room
Welcome Session
Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule, connect with other attendees, and learn about the exciting opportunities that await you at ORU.
Learn More
10:30 AM - 11:30 AMVarious Locations
Quest Interview or Admissions/Financial Aid Assistance
Morning appointments available across multiple offices. All sessions are by appointment or walk-in at the listed locations.

Available Sessions

  • Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment): High school seniors, recent graduates, or transfer students may compete for 1 of 12 full-tuition Quest Scholarships.
  • Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center: Connect with the New Student Relations team for personalized guidance on your admissions journey.
  • Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 3: Sit down with a member of the One Stop Office for personalized financial aid support.
  • International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 2: Individualized support for international students.

Also Available

  • Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby
  • Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 11:30 AM)
Learn More
12:00 PM - 12:45 PMHamill Dining Hall
Welcome Lunch
Join us for a relaxed, community-style lunch where you’ll have the chance to connect with other attendees and get to know members of the New Student Relations Team. Lunch is on us!
Learn More
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMVarious Locations
Student Panel or Spiritual Life Panel
Student Panel — Christ’s Chapel, Holy Spirit Room (Open to students only): Live Q&A with current Golden Eagles.

Spiritual Life Panel — Hammer Center, Fenimore Room: ORU staff from Missions & Outreach, the Worship Center, and the Chaplain Program.
Learn More
2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWelcome Center, Presentation Room
Secure Your Space: Housing Selection
Ready to secure your housing? Stop by the Welcome Center to connect with the Concierge & Residential Services team to select your room and meal plan for the 2026-2027 academic year. Students must be admitted and have paid their enrollment fee to be eligible for selection.
Learn More
3:00 PM - 4:30 PMVarious Locations
Quest Interview or Admissions/Financial Aid Assistance
Afternoon window for all next-step appointments and campus tours.

Available Sessions

  • Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment)
  • Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center
  • International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 2
  • Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 3

Also Available

  • Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 3:30 PM)
  • Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 4:00 PM)
Learn More
4:30 PM - 5:30 PMZoppelt Hall
Dorm Check-In Overnight Only
Arrive to see your assigned room, retrieve your luggage, and get settled in for the evening. Parents are welcome to accompany you to view the room during check-in.
Learn More
5:30 PM - 7:00 PMHamill Dining Hall
Dinner Overnight Only
Meal vouchers will be provided. Please show your Quest wristband to receive your voucher. Parents are welcome to join (self-pay).
Learn More
7:00 PM - 9:00 PMVarious Locations
Evening Activities Overnight Only
April 16-17 options:
• Quest Fest — Aerobic Center (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Games and friendly competition with fellow Quest students.
• Prayer Sets — Prayer Tower (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): A meaningful, student-led time of prayer and worship.
• Golden Eagle Gathering — Hammer Center (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM): A fun, high-energy evening with music, games, and current students.
Learn More
9:00 PM - 9:45 PMHammer Center, Floor 2, Fenimore Room
Class Connect Overnight Only
A relaxed time to meet other students in your class, strike up conversations, and start building real connections.
Learn More
9:45 PM - 10:15 PMVarious Residence Halls
Community Meeting & Curfew Overnight Only
Gather to reflect on the day and preview Friday. Curfew is strictly enforced at 10:30 PM. Security: 918.495.7750.
Learn More

Friday

7:00 AM - 10:00 AMHamill Dining Hall
Breakfast Overnight Only
Quest Plus parents are welcome to join breakfast (self-pay). Meal vouchers provided — show your Quest wristband.
Learn More
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMMabee Center, North Lobby
Event Check-In
Quest Plus guests do not need to check in again. One-day guests: swing by to check in and grab your event materials.
Learn More
8:30 AM - 9:30 AMChrist’s Chapel, Holy Spirit Room
Welcome Session
Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your Friday schedule and learn about the day’s opportunities.
Learn More
8:40 AM - 9:35 AMVarious Locations
Class Visit Overnight Only
Class visits offer a real-time opportunity to experience ORU academics firsthand. Primarily reserved for students; parents welcome if space allows.

Class Visit Options

  • Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
  • Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5A31
  • Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46
  • Young Adult Literature — Graduate Center, Room 5A30
  • Digital Fundamentals — Graduate Center, Room 2B08 (8:40 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Crafts — Graduate Center, Room 1B17 (8:40 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Graphic Design II — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 (8:40 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114
  • Heat & Thermodynamics — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 221
  • Biochemistry — Biological Science Center, Room 120
  • Kinesiology — Aerobic Center, Room 140
  • Machines & Mechanisms — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
  • Hebrews & General Epistles — Graduate Center, Room 4A46

**Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Learn More
9:30 AM - 10:30 AMVarious Locations
Quest Interview or Admissions/Financial Aid Assistance
Morning window for all next-step appointments and campus tours.

Available Sessions

  • Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment)
  • Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center
  • International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 2
  • Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 3

Also Available

  • Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby
  • Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 10:30 AM)
Learn More
9:50 AM - 10:45 AMVarious Locations
Campus Tour or Class Visit
Class visits and faculty Q&A opportunity. See class options for both Quest dates. Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Class Visit Options

  • Civil War and Reconstruction — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
  • Communication Theory — Learning Resources Center, Room 104
  • Composition I — Graduate Center, Room 2A09
  • Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 4116
  • Intermediate Spanish II — Graduate Center, Room 1B04
  • Principles of Marketing — Graduate Center, Room 3114 (9:45 AM - 10:45 AM)
  • Pharmacology — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 100
  • Nutrition — Biological Sciences Center, Room 122
  • General Chemistry I Lecture — Biological Sciences Center, Room 112
  • Calculus 1 — Biological Sciences Center, Room 1D29 (9:45 AM - 10:45 AM)
Learn More
11:00 AM - 12:00 PMChrist’s Chapel
Chapel
We have seats reserved for you in Section C.
Learn More
12:15 PM - 1:15 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium
Lunch with ORU’s President, Dr. William M. Wilson
Enjoy a catered lunch while hearing directly from ORU’s President. This is a special opportunity to learn more about his vision for the university and connect over a shared meal with other future Golden Eagles.
Learn More
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMChrist’s Chapel, Kennedy Chapel
The Leadership Experience
Explore leadership opportunities at ORU and how students develop the skills and experience to lead with purpose. Hear from campus leaders and current students during an informative session and Q&A.
Learn More
2:30 PM - 3:30 PMVarious Locations
Class Visit or Faculty Q&A — Various Colleges
Class visits and faculty Q&A across multiple colleges. Sessions are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited.

Class Visit Options

  • Psychology Symposium — Hammer Center, Fenimore Room (1:00 PM - 2:15 PM & 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
  • Composition II — Graduate Center, Room 5112
  • Wisdom of the Ancient World — Graduate Center, Room 4116
  • Graphic Design Studio — Graduate Center, Room 2B10 (2:25 PM - 4:30 PM)
  • Worship Lab — Media Arts Center, Room 201 (2:35 PM - 3:55 PM)
  • Making Music in the 21st Century — Media Arts Center, Studio A, Room 239
  • Criminology — Graduate Center, Room 4114

Faculty Q&A Options

  • College of Arts & Cultural Studies - Theatre, Dance & Media — Media Arts Center, Lobby
  • College of Arts & Cultural Studies - Liberal Arts — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
  • Fenimore & Fisher College of Business — Graduate Center, Floor 3 Pit
  • College of Education — Graduate Center, Education Offices, Floor 5
  • College of Health Sciences — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 150A
  • College of Science & Engineering - Health, Leisure & Sports Management — Aerobic Center, Room 109
  • College of Science & Engineering - Engineering — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
  • College of Science & Engineering - Biology & Chemistry — Biological Sciences Center, Atrium
  • College of Theology — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
Learn More
3:30 PM - 4:30 PMVarious Locations
Explore Study Abroad or Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways
Explore Study Abroad: Learn how you can take your education beyond the classroom through global programs at ORU.

Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways — Learning Resource Center, Floor 2, Culture Lab: Learn about ORU’s accelerated pathways to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in a streamlined timeline.
Learn More
4:30 PM - 5:00 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium
Soaring Send-Off
Join our team for a celebratory closing session to wrap up your Quest experience! We’ll recap the highlights of your time on campus, share next steps, and send you off with some fun giveaways and parting surprises.
Learn More
5:00 PM - 6:00 PMVarious Residence Halls
Dorm Check-Out Overnight Only
Don’t forget to check out with the leader on your floor so we know you’ve left campus safely! You can temporarily park in Lot G to collect your personal belongings from the residence halls.
Learn More
Parents, you’ll have your own dedicated track — designed to give you clarity and confidence as you explore financial aid, student support, spiritual life, and the outcomes your student can expect after graduation.
Schedule a personalized meeting at Quest →

Thursday

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMMabee Center, North Lobby
Event Check-In & Luggage Dropoff
This is where your Quest experience begins! Swing by to check in, grab your event materials, and get all the details you’ll need for the day. If you’re staying overnight, please bring your luggage with you — we’ll take care of it and deliver it to your residence hall later so you can explore hands-free.
Learn More
9:30 AM - 10:30 AMHammer Center, Fenimore Room
Welcome Session
Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule, connect with other attendees, and learn about the exciting opportunities that await you at ORU.
Learn More
10:30 AM - 11:00 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room
Parent Welcome
Join us for an informal mix-and-mingle with the Director of Parent Engagement to explore available resources, discuss your role in your student’s transition, and connect with other ORU families.
Learn More
11:00 AM - 11:45 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room
Campus Resources: Student Support
Learn about the comprehensive support available to students at ORU. Representatives from Student Success, ADA Services, Counseling, and the Care Team will share resources and services designed to help students thrive academically, personally, and holistically throughout their ORU journey.
Learn More
12:00 PM - 12:45 PMHamill Dining Hall
Welcome Lunch
Join us for a relaxed, community-style lunch where you’ll have the chance to connect with other families and get to know members of the New Student Relations Team. Lunch is on us!
Learn More
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMHammer Center, Fenimore Room
Spiritual Life Panel
Join ORU staff from Missions & Outreach, the Worship Center, and the Chaplain Program for a panel highlighting how students grow in faith, serve locally and globally, and experience spiritual support through worship, mentorship, and discipleship.
Learn More
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMHammer Center, Floor 2
Alumni Legacy Family Welcome
Welcome home, alumni legacy families! Stop by to reconnect with ORU through a relaxed, come-and-go gathering with the Alumni Relations team. Celebrate your family’s ORU story, share memories, and enjoy time with others who are part of the Golden Eagle legacy.
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2:30 PM - 4:30 PMVarious Locations
Campus Tours & Next Steps
A variety of sessions available throughout the afternoon. Drop in to any that interest you.

Available Sessions

  • Campus Tour — Hammer Center, Lobby (departs every 30 min, final tour 3:30 PM)
  • Specialty Tour (Model Dorm Room, Aerobics Center, or Prayer Tower) — Hammer Center, Lobby (final tour 4:00 PM)
  • Admissions Assistance — Welcome Center
  • Financial Aid & FAFSA Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 3
  • International Admissions Assistance — Learning Resource Center, Floor 2
  • Quest Scholarship Interviews — Welcome Center (by appointment)
  • Veterans Experience — Welcome Center, Veterans Experience Lobby
Learn More
4:30 PM - 5:30 PMZoppelt Hall
Dorm Check-In Overnight Only
Parents are welcome to accompany your student to view their room during check-in.
Learn More
5:30 PM - 7:00 PMApril 9-10: ONEOK Sports Complex • April 16-17: Hamill Dining Hall
Dinner Self-Pay
Parents self-pay. Meal vouchers are provided for students — please show your Quest wristband to receive your voucher.
Learn More

Friday

8:30 AM - 9:30 AMHammer Center, Fenimore Room
Welcome Session
Join us for an interactive session where you’ll get to know your schedule, connect with other attendees, and learn about the exciting opportunities that await you at ORU.
Learn More
9:30 AM - 10:00 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room
Parent Welcome
Join us for an informal mix-and-mingle with the Director of Parent Engagement to explore available resources, discuss your role in your student’s transition, and connect with other ORU families.
Learn More
10:00 AM - 10:45 AMJ.D. McKean Library, Floor 2, Reading Room
Parent Resources Panel
Join the Director of Parent Engagement and ORU parents for an interactive Q&A panel as they share experiences, insights, and ways families stay connected and supported throughout their student’s journey.
Learn More
11:00 AM - 12:00 PMChrist’s Chapel
Chapel
We have seats reserved for you in Section C.
Learn More
12:15 PM - 1:15 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium
Lunch with ORU’s President, Dr. William M. Wilson
Enjoy a catered lunch while hearing directly from ORU’s President about his vision for the university and what it means to be a Golden Eagle family.
Learn More
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMChrist’s Chapel, Holy Spirit Room
Ways to Pay for College
See how ORU partners with families to make college financially manageable. This session walks through FAFSA, ORU scholarships, outside funding opportunities, and key financial aid resources.
Learn More
2:30 PM - 3:30 PMVarious Locations
Faculty Q&A — Various Colleges
A come-and-go opportunity to connect with academic department representatives, explore programs and pathways within the college, and learn more about opportunities designed to support your student’s academic and career goals.

April 16-17 — Faculty Q&A Options

  • College of Arts & Cultural Studies - Theatre, Dance & Media — Media Arts Center, Lobby
  • College of Arts & Cultural Studies - Liberal Arts — Learning Resources Center, Floor 3
  • Fenimore & Fisher College of Business — Graduate Center, Floor 3 Pit
  • College of Education — Graduate Center, Education Offices, Floor 5
  • College of Health Sciences — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 150A
  • College of Science & Engineering - Health, Leisure & Sports Management — Aerobic Center, Room 109
  • College of Science & Engineering - Engineering — Nursing & Engineering Complex, Room 202
  • College of Science & Engineering - Biology & Chemistry — Biological Sciences Center, Atrium
  • College of Theology — Graduate Center, Room 4A44
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PMLearning Resource Center, Floor 2
Fast-Track & Graduate Pathways
Learn about ORU’s Fast-Track and Graduate Pathways, where students can accelerate their education by earning both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in a streamlined timeline. This session also highlights graduate program opportunities and next steps for continuing education at ORU.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PMGlobal Learning Center, Lippencott Auditorium
Soaring Send-Off
Join our team for a celebratory closing session. We’ll recap the highlights of your time on campus, share next steps, and send you off with some fun giveaways and parting surprises.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PMVarious Residence Halls
Dorm Check-Out Overnight Only
Be sure to gather all personal belongings and return any provided items. Guests are welcome to park in Lot G to retrieve their items. We’re so glad you joined us and hope you’re leaving excited about what’s ahead at ORU!
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Prospective Parent
Prospective Parent

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What an amazing experience as a parent and future student. I loved the whole experience from the Leadership experience to chapel to next steps. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing students stories- they were genuine, heart warming and impactful. I’m overjoyed the Lord has led my daughter to ORU, it’s going to be a great journey!

High School Senior
High School Senior

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It was AMAZING to be on campus, you could feel the presence of the Lord there! I attend a private Christian school that acknowledges the spirit, but does not fully walk in the gifts of the spirit and it was so good to experience a community of peers like that. I am leader at school, but I often feel isolated and out of place there, but I did not feel that while I was here. I know ORU will position me where I won't have to always pour out, but constantly be poured into as well.

Transfer Student
Transfer Student

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My mother and I were ready to give up on finding a good college and we didn’t know much about ORU but weren’t gonna get our hopes up, but it was amazing! Everyone was so kind and we really felt the presence of the Holy Spirit the whole time and we felt a peace the whole time. We really feel that ORU is the place for me. I can’t wait to start!

Coming Soon: New Dining Hall

Tour The New Biological Sciences Center

Explore The Renovated Learning Resources Center

Explore The New J.D. McKean Library

Shop In The New Barnes & Noble College Bookstore

Try A Sweet Treat From The New Dolce Sweet Shoppe

Grab Coffee At Ethne, ORU's Newest Coffee Shop

Discover The New Media Arts Center

Grab A Snack At The New Panera Bread

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Joe Sims Director of New Student Relations
Joe Sims

Director of New Student Relations

Rhonda Cregor Associate Director of New Student Relations
Rhonda Cregor

Associate Director of New Student Relations