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Agee Residence Center

The largest occupancy building on campus, Agee (pronounced ay - jee) houses 365 freshmen and sophomore Men. Agee Residence Center (ARC) was constructed in 1948 under the name Brotherhood Dormitory. Agee has 4 levels, and 2 spacious common areas, a work-out facility, and several suite style rooms. Each hallway is made up of double occupancy rooms, and furnished study rooms with a microwave for each hall. Hall events include cultural dinners, video game marathons, and the annual spring water balloon fight during finals week.

Building Features

  • Furnished
  • Study Room

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General Info

  • Average number of men on each hall: 31
  • Central laundry room is located on the first floor
  • The first floor also includes: ping pong table, pool table, foosball table, several sitting areas, a community TV lounge available for reservation, prayer room, and social club rooms
  • Agee also contains a computer lab and wireless internet in the lobbies
  • Outdoor bike storage is available
  • Vacuums are available at the front desk

Namesake

Bob R. Agee

Agee served as the University's 13th president from 1982-98. During his presidency, OBU experienced significant growth and attracted national recognition for the quality of its faculty, its students, and education. OBU became known among church-related colleges and universities for its involvement in missionary outreach and international activity.