Our History

2012

Phillips Board of Trustees adopted new Identity and Mission statements.

2009

Phillips was approved to offer comprehensive distance education.

2003

901 North Mingo Road campus dedicated. The first classes were held on the new campus.

2002

The QuikTrip Corporation gifted the property at 901 North Mingo Road to Phillips; extensive renovations began.

1997

Phillips Board of Trustees voted to consolidate the seminary in Tulsa.

1995

The Board of Trustees changed the seminary’s name to Phillips Theological Seminary.

1987

The Graduate Seminary separated from the Phillips University and became Phillips Graduate Seminary.

1986

The Graduate Seminary began offering courses in Tulsa, utilizing facilities at The University of Tulsa and several congregations.

Mid 50's to Mid 70's:

The seminary’s student body diversifies to include multiple denominations and significant numbers of African-Americans, women, and change of career students.

1951

The Graduate Seminary of Phillips University was first accredited by the Association of Theological Schools.

1912

Phillips University name is adopted.

1907

The first classes were held at the College of the Bible of Oklahoma Christian University in Enid, Oklahoma on September 17, 1907. OCU was a small, influential institution of higher education affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

1906

The Articles of Incorporation executed for the proposed “Oklahoma Christian University” on October 9, 1906 (Founders Day)