The following local students enrolled at Ohio Christian University for the fall 2017 semester and are among the new students who began classes Aug. 30:

Taylor Barrett of Washington C.H., majoring in sports management; Blake Brigner of Mount Sterling, majoring in sports management; Jesse Current of Leesburg, majoring in psychology; Kelsey Funk of New Holland, majoring in early childhood education; Elizabeth Layne of Washington C.H., majoring in Christian ministries; Caleb Noble of Washington C.H., majoring in sports management; Lauren Truex of Washington C.H., majoring in general studies; and Anna Wilson of Washington C.H., majoring in general studies.

Ohio Christian University, founded in 1948, is one of the fastest growing universities in the nation and is committed to offering a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally and spiritually. OCU offers degree programs for residential undergraduate students, graduate students and adult and online students. Additionally, OCU’s Trailblazer Academy allows high school students to complete college classes on campus or online. All programs are designed to equip students to become leaders in their careers, communities, families and the world.