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Purpose Statement

Oklahoma Baptist University is an institution founded on Christian principles and teachings whose primary purpose is to conduct educational programs in the traditional arts and sciences and in other disciplines with the intent to prepare students for effective leadership and service in the various vocations. The mission finds expression through a strong liberal arts core curriculum which supports degree programs designed to prepare students for careers and graduate study; through activities planned to stimulate spiritual, intellectual, social, cultural, and physical development; and through an environment that reflects the application of Christian principles and teachings. OBU is operated through a Board of Trustees. OBU engages in educational tasks in a manner consistent with the purposes of carrying out the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20). To achieve its purpose, the University has adopted several goals, among which are: