Ready to earn your degree? GET STARTED TODAY COVID-19 Updates Request Info Apply Now Refer Friends menu WELCOME TO OTTAWA UNIVERSITY About OU > Welcome It is a great honor and privilege to greet you as President & CEO of Ottawa University, a dynamic community of learners and teachers with a global reputation for preparing diverse student populations for lives of enlightened faith, exemplary service, inspired leadership, professional accomplishment, and personal significance. Steeped in more than 155 years of history, Ottawa University has grown from a single building in 1865 into a comprehensive educational institution that serves more than 4,000 students through its two residential campuses in Ottawa, Kansas and Surprise, Arizona as well as adult and graduate studies campuses in Kansas City, Milwaukee, Phoenix, and online. Although Ottawa University has evolved over the years, we have never lost sight of our mission – to prepare graduates for lifetimes of personal meaning, vocational fulfillment, and service to God and humanity. We strive to develop the whole person by providing an education that is student-centered, value-priced, technology-enabled, and rooted firmly in teaching excellence. Our dedicated faculty and staff will help you throughout your Ottawa experience, providing guidance every step of the way, from the moment you first arrive on campus (or login at OU Online) to the day you walk across the stage for graduation and join the ranks of our distinguished alumni. With great pride in, and commitment to, our students, Ottawa University provides a transformative experience that meets you where are and takes you where you want to go. Whether you are looking for information about admissions and financial aid, our offerings and curriculum, making a gift to support our work, or the transformative impact of as Ottawa education on individuals, communities, and the world, you’ll be able to find what you need on this website. Moreover, as you browse these pages, you’ll also see our commitment to provide not only an outstanding and affordable education, but one that prepares students for lives of significance. Enjoy getting to know our great university, and thanks for visiting! William M. Tsutsui, PhD President and CEO Professor of History Ottawa University ALSO OF INTEREST:Wellness ServicesBachelor of Arts in Accounting | BAccCourse Schedule GENERAL Coronavirus (COVID-19) Request for Education or Degree Verification Careers Accreditations & Distinctions PEP Registration Privacy Policy Sitemap STUDENT RESOURCES MyOttawa Request Transcript Office of the Registrar Financial Aid Department Blackboard IDAT Bookstore Commencement Information Gangwish Library Term Calendar Sexual Misconduct Policy Disability Services Consumer Information Professional Licensure Disclosure Adult and Graduate Academic Calendar Adult and Graduate Student Handbook International Students Online Blog FACULTY & STAFF RESOURCES MyOttawa Email Blackboard Faculty Directory Adjunct Directory Current Course Catalog APGS Academic Calendar UNIVERSITY INSTITUTES T.A.U. Institute (Fredrikson Center) Gwartney Institute Owen Leadership Institute Information Sciences & Technology Institute OTTAWA, KS RESOURCES Academic Calendar Adawe Center EADA Report EADA Survey Braves Athletic Hall of Fame Braves Fan Shop Conference & Event Services Event Calendar Parent Connection Student Affairs OUKS Student Handbook Virtual Campus Map SURPRISE, AZ RESOURCES Academic Calendar Adawe Mentors Competitive Club Sports Faculty Mentors Spirit Fan Shop OUAZ Student Handbook Surprise Campus Map OUKS — Ottawa, Kansas 1001 S. Cedar St. Ottawa, KS 66067 855-774-7713 OUKS Facebook OUKS Instagram OUKS Twitter OUAZ — Surprise, Arizona 15950 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ 85374 855-546-1342 OUAZ Facebook OUAZ Instagram OUAZ Twitter Online & On Campus Arizona, Kansas, Wisconsin and Online 855-774-7714 facebook instagram twitter Copyright ©2021 Ottawa University. All rights reserved. Ottawa University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.