Board of Trustees Responsibilities and Duties
OCC's trustees meet three times each year to give direction to the college. They serve at their own expense in travel, and they lead OCC with strategy, prayer, and faithfulness to our mission of training men and women for Christian service.
2025–2026 Trustees
Dr. Robert Arnce Board Chair Joplin, MO
Clifford Wert Vice Chair Webb City, MO
Don Steen Secretary Eldon, MO
Rob Brust Bentonville, AR
Mark Christian Oronogo, MO
Brian Jennings Tulsa, OK
Jim Johnson Stillwater, OK
Dr. Tamsen Murray Oklahoma City, OK
Dr. Leanna Rierson Dallas, TX
Karolyn Schrage Joplin, MO
Lito Solorio Wichita, KS
Roger Storms Chandler, AZ
Jim Vasey Wichita, KS
Tim Whelan Joplin, MO