An ancient faith with a thriving community.
About Us
Our Mission
OCCM is an organization that offers students a supplement to the secularism of academia, providing a safe space to pray, enjoy Christian fellowship, while bridging the campus to the Church throughout their collegiate journey. It is an organization which looks to center itself on Christ and follows in the ancient faith. We aim to nurture an environment of cultural awareness, tolerance and fellowship, while nurturing students’ spiritual, emotional, mental and social needs.
Who We Are
We are comprised of passionate individuals dedicated to serving our community. From student leaders to our Executive Board of Priests and Bishop, we are enthusiastic servants who support and build one another up (Thessalonians 5). Each member brings a unique perspective, yet we are all committed to the unity of the Body of Christ (Romans 12).
Get Involved
Interested in joining a mission trip? Yearning to meet like-minded individuals and refine your leadership skills? Are you looking to meet a new community? There's a place for you at OCCM-VA! Join us in creating a community where every individual has the opportunity to thrive, connect, and contribute.
Contact Us
We would love to hear from you! If you have questions, ideas, or simply want to connect, reach out to us. Together, let's embark on a journey of empowerment, connection, and positive change.
Meet Our Student Leaders:
Co-Founding Regional Executive Board of Directors
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Isaac Elias (VT)
Clinical Neuroscience
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Sonia Samantaroy (W&M)
Geology & Environmental Science
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George Abouelsaad (ODU)
Information Systems & Technology
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Marina Kamal (UVA)
Behavioral Neuroscience with a minor in Data Science
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John Faye (LU)
Computer Science
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Fady Roufail (GMU)
Criminology, Law & Society B.S.
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Carol Hennawy (GMU)
Global & Community Health with a concentration in Clinical Science (Pre-Dental)
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Veronica Samaan (VCU)
Biology (Pre-Dental)
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Rita Faltas (VCU)
Health and Physical Education with a concentration in Exercise Science
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Carlos Botros (ODU)
Cybersecurity
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Juliana Isaac (GWU)
Molecular Biology with a minor in Biophysics and Psychology
Meet Our Alumni Leaders:
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Joy Bastawros (GMU)
Psychology Major, Neuroscience Minor, & Concentration in Clinical Psychology
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Destiny Fernandes
B.A. in International Affairs at The George Washington University
Founder and President of GW Coptic Club