CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Ohio Christian University (OCU) is proud to announce a transformative partnership with ARI Athletics, a renowned technology provider specializing in collegiate athletics operations. At the heart of this collaboration is ARI Athletics' cutting-edge athletic recruiting and athlete management CRM combined with the industry's only real-time Slate integration, which promises to revolutionize data sharing and collaboration between OCU's admissions and athletics departments as they recruit student-athletes, enhancing the overall experience for student-athletes and fortifying the university's athletic department.

ARI Athletics has a proven track record of delivering advanced technology solutions to streamline and optimize recruiting and the management of collegiate student-athletes. ARI's real-time Slate integration is set to empower OCU's admissions and athletics teams by enabling them to seamlessly share data, communicate effectively, and make more informed decisions.

This innovative integration will facilitate the efficient exchange of critical information between the admissions and athletics departments, including, but not limited to, real-time application status updates, eligibility requirements, and recruitment status information. By breaking down silos and creating a unified platform, OCU can ensure that student-athletes receive the comprehensive support they need, both academically and athletically.

Athletic Director, George Arroyo Jr. at Ohio Christian University emphasized the potential of this integration, stating, "The ARI/Slate integration is the missing link between admissions and athletics by helping colleges reach institutional goals. The ARI team has helped Ohio Christian each step of the way to ensure we are operating in a way that will give us success. While the platform is impressive, the customer service is what truly sets it apart from others. The support and response time is incredible. We look forward to this partnership with ARI and Slate for years to come!"

ARI Athletics' Slate expert, Ben Pickrell, shared his excitement about the collaboration, stating, "We are thrilled to bring our real-time Slate integration to Ohio Christian University. This integration empowers OCU's admissions and athletics teams to work together more effectively, making the recruitment and admissions process smoother and more efficient. We are confident that this partnership will set a new standard for data sharing and collaboration in collegiate athletics."

The partnership between Ohio Christian University and ARI Athletics exemplifies the commitment of both organizations to enhance the recruitment experience of student-athletes. By leveraging technology to streamline collaboration, OCU is poised to achieve new heights in recruiting, admissions, and athletics operations.

For media inquiries and more information about Ohio Christian University's partnership with ARI Athletics and the real-time Slate integration, please contact:

George Arroyo Jr., garroyojr@ohiochristian.edu 

Ben Pickrell, Ben@arirecruiting.com 

About Ohio Christian University:

Ohio Christian University is a private Christian university located in Circleville, Ohio. Founded in 1947, OCU offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a competitive athletics program that is an integral part of the university's commitment to holistic student development.

Website: www.ohiochristian.edu

About ARI Athletics:

ARI Athletics is a leading technology provider specializing in solutions for collegiate athletics departments. With a focus on streamlining operations and enhancing the athlete experience, ARI Athletics offers innovative tools and services tailored to the unique needs of universities and colleges.

Website: www.ariathletics.com