About This Journal
Welcome to the OUScholars Journal, Oakwood University's scholarly publication dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and academic excellence. As a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal, OUScholars provides a platform for faculty, students, researchers, research collaborators, and alumni to share original scholarship that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and addresses the challenges and opportunities facing our communities and the world.
At Oakwood University, research is more than the pursuit of discovery—it is an expression of our commitment to service, integrity, and transformational education. Rooted in the University's mission of preparing leaders for service to God and humanity, the OUScholars Journal celebrates intellectual curiosity, critical inquiry, and evidence-based solutions that reflect both academic rigor and ethical responsibility.
The journal welcomes contributions from diverse disciplines, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and the exchange of ideas that inspire innovation and meaningful dialogue. Through the publication of high-quality research, reviews, and scholarly perspectives, OUScholars seeks to foster a vibrant culture of inquiry while amplifying the voices of emerging and established scholars alike.
Whether you are a researcher, educator, student, practitioner, or lifelong learner, we invite you to engage with the work presented in these pages. Together, we advance scholarship that informs, transforms, and serves—strengthening Oakwood University's enduring legacy of academic excellence and faith-inspired leadership.