President Kenneth Evans announced Koby Harrington as the new Vice President for University Advancement on December 6, 2023. This comes after the abrupt departure of former Vice President Lynann Sterk-Brooks, prompting a national search. The Vice President for University Advancement is the first of three vacant presidential cabinet positions to be filled in the 2023-2024…
Burger’s Burger Becomes Permanent Kitchen 1904 Menu Item
Oklahoma City University’s Student Government Association passed its first piece of legislation to add the Smashburger permanently to the Kitchen 1904 menu under the name Burger’s Burger. Some may remember that the Smashburger was a limited-time item that Kitchen 1904 had already run, but under its new name, it will be a full-time item. The…
SGA Leaders Reflect on Changes Made to Senate Appropriations Committee
Oklahoma City University Student Government Association senators are striving to set a “better precedent” than years before, according to Senator Ben Ball, chair of the OCU Senate Appropriations Committee. On Monday, October 30th, senate appropriations leaders convened at 6:00 p.m. to hear six grant funding requests, later reduced to only three, totaling $1,085. Amongst organizations…
Lemon Lecture Speaker Hosts Student Session
On September 12, Oklahoma City University hosted author, sociologist, and professor Matthew Desmond as their distinguished speaker in accordance with the Martha Jean Lemon Speaker Series. The Speaker Series features annual events to provide academic enrichment to the OCU community and beyond. Desmond, a Pulitzer Prize winner for Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American…
New Corporate Relations Office to connect students with local business
Oklahoma City University announced a new Office of Corporate Relations will be implemented for students.
University COVID-19 guidelines affect classes
Officials from each school at OCU have adjusted the classroom experience to accommodate for new COVID-19 policies.
COVID-19 causes economic downturn, new financial aid package brings hope
With the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 throughout the United States and the world, the national economy has begun to see changes as a result. As employers downsize their workforces and send employees to work from home, students entering the job market may see less opportunity for work in the coming weeks. The spread of COVID-19…
Meinders School of Business ranked as one of best online programs
The Meinders School of Business has been ranked as one of the best online business programs in the country.
Business professors discuss possible future recession
With news outlets across the country warning of a looming economic recession in the coming years, business students and faculty offer their views on the country’s financial future.
Business school adds new programs for publications administration, leadership
The Meinders School of Business is starting three new certificate programs this spring.
Business students start bitcoin cryptocurrency club
Students have started a new club focused on cryptocurrency, aiming to spread awareness about a currency known as bitcoin.
Meinders School of Business recognized nationally for ‘high honors’
The Meinders School of Business at OCU received recognition as a high honors chapter.
Business school officials to host leadership conference for women
Meinders School of Business officials will host the ninth annual Women in Leadership Conference in April.
Students restart Distributive Education Clubs Association
DECA is an organization that brings students, educators, school administrators, and business professionals together to help build leadership and business skills.
Senior guard prepares for career in athletics, business
Walter Rickett, mass communications senior and guard for the OCU men’s basketball team, is preparing for a career in athletics and business.
Obama cabinet member scheduled to speak at OCU
Former Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz will speak about energy at Meinders School of Business.
Meinders School of Business offers new scholarships
Meinders School of Business received donations from alumni during the summer that will improve the operations of the school and provide scholarships.
Business school adviser retires
James DePuy, former undergraduate adviser for Meinders School of Business, recently retired, so business students will work with a new adviser this semester.
Business organization advances to national competition
OCU’s Distributive Education Clubs of America chapter represented Meinders School of Business in a regional competition on Jan. 7.
Student Senate rejects bill for alumni event
Student Government Association is asking student organizations to consider budgets when requesting funding.
Not your average Joe
Meet Joe Wathika, business sophomore, as he describes some of his life experiences since moving from Kenya. Though he has already run business organizations, followed his passion for DJing, and explored Taiwan, Joe says his life experiences have barely begun. Q: If you could describe your life thus far by naming one food, which food…
DECA hosts fundraising workshop, seeks new members
A new organization on campus will host a workshop on fundraising. Distributive Education Clubs of America is hosting the workshop to inform students and faculty of the need for community involvement. DECA is an organization dedicated to preparing emerg- ing leaders and entrepreneurs for successful business and marketing careers. OCU is one of 275 colleges…
OCU Hall of Honor will induct business, community leaders
Oklahoma City University’s Meinders School of Business will induct five business and community leaders into the OCU Hall of Honor during the 28th annual Oklahoma Commerce and Industry Hall of Honor luncheon on Oct. 29 at the Cox Convention Center. The annual luncheon is organized to honor members of the local business community. Proceeds benefit the…
OCU offers wide range of undergraduate, graduate degrees
By Susannah Waite Oklahoma City University is a liberal arts university that offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees. The private college is listed as a Top 25 school in U.S. News and World Report rankings of Best Regional University and in America’s Best Christian Colleges.
Preparation begins for Governor’s Cup competition
By Susannah Waite Every year students from Meinders School of Business compete in the Governor’s Cup. The Governor’s Cup is an Oklahoma competition where groups of students create business plans for start-up or early stage ventures. Nora Gnabasik, marketing junior, is competing in the Governor’s Cup for the second year in a row. “I think…