Indianapolis , IN – On behalf of Oakland City University , President and Chancellor Dr. James Murray bestowed an Honorary Doctoral Degree of Humanities upon the Auditor of State of Indiana, Connie Nass, on May 7, 2005.

Auditor Nass delivered the commencement address to OCU's 2005 graduates. To the crowd of over 3000, Auditor Nass commented on the Oakland City University motto: ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN A CHRISTIAN ENVIRONMENT. She continued, “Scripture reveals that the greatest among you must become a servant to others. You become a servant to others and as importantly, a slave to your own code of conduct. You become a slave to simple sounding, but thoroughly encompassing statements of ethical principles. These principles are fundamental to your very soul. Now, what does the Lord require of you – but to do justice – love kindness – and walk humbly with your Lord.”

Oakland City University was founded in 1885 in Oakland City in Gibson County , Southern Indiana . Over 700 graduates received degrees from Oakland City University on May 7, 2005.