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President & Professor of Old Testament @obunews

Oklahoma, USA
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@h_a_thomas
heath thomas
9 months
Excited to see this volume out! Thx Mark Gignilliat and @BakerAcademic! Thx for reading & endorsing Kevin Vanhoozer, Elizabeth Backfish, J. Gordon McConville, Aubrey Buster, Stephen Chapman, Brittany Melton, Chris Seitz, C Scott Jones @obunews @BeesonDivinity
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@brandon_d_smith
Brandon Smith
12 days
On the latest Church Grammar, Mark Gignilliat and @h_a_thomas join me to discuss reading the OT as Christian Scripture. Listen + subscribe: https://t.co/hfBkmQS9Bv
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Brandon Smith
22 days
Forthcoming on Church Grammar: a fun convo with Mark Gignilliat and @h_a_thomas on the Old Testament and theological hermeneutics Subscribe + listen: https://t.co/hfBkmQS9Bv
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@obunews
OBU
2 months
Introducing the first-ever OBU President’s Leadership Class (PLC)! Twenty-two freshmen have begun a yearlong journey of faith, growth and leadership - learning to lead with integrity, service and vision. Guided by OBU President @h_a_thomas, PLC shapes the next generation of
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OBU
2 months
OBU’s Honors Program celebrated the recipients of the C.W. Riley Memorial Honors Scholarship on Sept. 30 in the Mabee Learning Center. This scholarship, funded by Mark Riley in honor of his late father, is awarded each year to Honors students who have experienced the loss of a
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OBU
4 months
Registration is now open for the Lamppost Literary Conference at OBU on Oct. 3! Join us for a day of workshops, panels, keynotes, and conversations designed for both educators and students. 📍 Oklahoma Baptist University 📅 October 3, 2025 👉 Learn more & register here:
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OBU
5 months
OBU’s School of Nursing wrapped a quick, hands-on camp: • 30 teens, 3 states • PPE, vitals, microbiology • Hospital & EMS tours + sim-lab escape room Thinking about nursing—or know someone who is? Go to https://t.co/eMFHkxYXj8 for info. #OBUNursing
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OBU
5 months
Early-bird registration for the Heartland Worship Conference closes at the end of this month! Now is the time to register yourself and your team for a weekend that will energize your calling, refresh your spirit, and help you shape both your craft and your local worship culture.
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OBU
5 months
Lightning flashed through Raley Chapel’s stained glass and Tom Stogsdill found his calling. Five decades and hundreds of millions in scholarships later, he’s still investing in students. Read more about this inspiring story: https://t.co/A7swqUSDaK
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@obunews
OBU
5 months
Check out the new roof on Raley Chapel! This is more than a renovation—it’s part of shaping the future of OBU, preserving the spaces that have shaped us. Every improvement is an investment in the next generation of Future Shapers. Learn more https://t.co/DTWo3upFX2
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OBU
6 months
An unforgettable evening connecting with friends and sharing stories at AT&T Stadium. Over 700 alumni, friends and prospective students joined this event thanks to our partnership with Oklahoma Baptist and WatersEdge. Thank you to everyone who joined us—your presence made it
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OBU
6 months
The Shape the Future campaign is more than a vision—it’s a movement. And the All of Life Podcast is where you’ll hear it in action. 🎧 Start listening now: https://t.co/OAZU4kel12 #ShapeTheFuture #OBUStories #FaithInAction
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OBU
7 months
OBU Theatre took home three national awards at the Kennedy Center Festival for “Dreamers,” an original musical written by student Elena Streett. Learn more: https://t.co/bGKr0VfQRl
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OBU
8 months
MORE GOOD NEWS FOR GIVING DAY! Another generous donor has stepped up with a $4,500 gift to keep the momentum going! This 1:1 match (up to $250 per donor) is on the table through the weekend—but only if we extend Giving Day! That means more time to give, more time to double your
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OBU
8 months
Empower generosity that goes beyond the ordinary. Instead of asking “How much is enough?”, step into the legacy of giving—just as Jesus modeled. This #OBUGivingDay, we’re not checking boxes—we’re pushing boundaries. Whether you’re an alumnus, friend, or staff member, your gift
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@BakerAcademic
Baker Academic
9 months
Old Testament professors: the newest volume in our ‘Reading Christian Scripture’ series is out, and it’s all about the Old Testament! If you’re looking for a new survey of the OT, check out what this book has to offer and request an exam copy here: https://t.co/Uss29XWxH7
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OBU
8 months
Tickets sold out for OBU’s 10th Green and Gold Gala on April 1, 2025. Thank you for your incredible support! Learn more about how you can still get involved: https://t.co/aOju2ftUKC
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OBU
9 months
OBU was honored to host an incredible OKC Bison Connections event featuring Kari Watkins, CEO & President of the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum. In a powerful conversation led by Bryan Painter, Kari shared how hope and resilience emerged from the darkness of the April
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OBU
9 months
It's National Employee Appreciation Day! Today, we pause to recognize and celebrate our incredible employees whose dedication and hard work contribute to the success of OBU. Thank you to all of our employees for everything you do!
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