Members from the university’s Board of Trustees approved a proposal Oct. 24 to move the law school to the former Central High School building, 800 N. Harvey.
Archives for October 2012
Officials face difficulties strengthening Wi-Fi in apartments
By Susannah Waite, Staff Writer Old wiring and budget cuts are to blame for a lack of Wi-Fi connectivity in Cokesbury Court Apartments, officials said. Administrators are aware of the spotty Wi-Fi, said Gerry Hunt, the chief information officer of Campus Technology Services. With budget cuts over the past six consecutive years, money has been…
University press conference to address law school building purchase
Today the University will hold a press conference to discuss plans to purchase property downtown.
Editor outlines voting laws, rights for campus community members
As Election Day draws closer, it is important that students know their rights at the ballot box and are aware of how to vote if they are unable to make it to their polling location on Election Day.
Editor encourages students to vote absentee
Voter registration deadlines have passed in most states, but there still is time for registered voters to request an absentee ballot.
Columnist analyzes presidential debate meme use social media
If you’re a social media addict like me, it’s likely that you’ve seen the debate memes, or, as I fondly refer to them, “the gifs that keep on giving.”
Police reports released Oct. 24
Fugitive From Justice (x4) Violation of Suspended Sentence, Driving Under Suspension (2ndOffense), Fail to Comply w/compulsory Ins. Law and Operate M/V on Which Taxes & Fees are Due Monday, 10-22-12 1:30am; NW 23rd and Pennsylvania Avenue; Incident # 12-10-033; arrested: Freddie Earl Moss (no OCU affiliation); passenger: Tammy Sue Stewart (no OCU affiliation); impounded vehicle: gold 2002…
Students encouraged to vote, make an impact on Election Day
By The Editors The presidential election is approaching. In just a few weeks, about 55 percent of the American population will decide the future of our country’s leadership. Regardless of party affiliation, students should be at the polls Nov. 6. Students should cast their ballot with pride, knowing they have personally helped change the future…
Officials end printed class schedules, provides students online option
As students create their schedules for Spring 2013, they will search for class information in a different format. University officials this year ceased printing course schedules and student catalogs—products from the offices of the registrar and academic affairs, respectively.
Production addresses issues of sexuality, addiction
Tickets are now on sale for OCU Theatre’s latest production, Angels in America Part One: Millennium Approaches. Angels in America was written by playwright Tony Kushner, said Ben Corbett, acting professor and the play’s director.
Police reports released Oct. 23
Traffic Collision Thursday, 10-18-12 5:20pm; NW 23rd and McKinley Avenue; Incident # 12-10-029; driver # 1: Jennifer Anne Casteel (no OCU affiliation), vehicle: silver 2004 Honda UAX; driver # 2: Quan Yen Dong-Ngoc (no OCU affiliation), vehicle: blue 2007 Toyota CEE; Officer Josh Pankowsky observed a traffic collision at NW 23rd and McKinley Avenue. He was immediately informed…
Colleges encourage healthy eating choices
According to The Boston Globe, an increasing number of colleges across the nation are taking steps to offer healthier menus.
Questions surface about known intelligence after Benghazi attack
The attacks on the U.S. Embassy in Benghazi, Libya are still undergoing scrutiny. The topic initiated a heated discussion during the second debate and was re-visited again in the final presidential debate. A New York Times article reports how Governor Romney and Republicans have criticized the current administration’s initial explanation of the attack after further intelligence…
Trial date set for student charged with felony
A trial date is set for a student from the university’s adult education program charged with a felony, according to court records.
Tips for college fitness
U.S. News wrote a list of ways for college students to stay in shape.
Anti-landmine activist to speak on campus
Nobel Peace Prize-winner Jody Williams will speak at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24 as part of the university’s Distinguished Speakers Series.
Police reports released Oct. 12
Petit Larceny Thursday, 10-11-12 6:50pm; Draper Hall (bicycle rack); Incident # 12-12-016; victim: student; item stolen: one bicycle name brand Peagot model: Lion, orange; A student/victim met with Sergeant Michael Kavenius at OCUPD regarding the theft of his bicycle. He said the last time he observed the bicycle was on Wednesday, 10-1012 at approximately 4:45pm. He…
Police reports released Oct. 11
Injure/Destroy Property Less Than $2500.00 Tuesday, 10-9-12 5:10pm; N. Loeffler parking lot (West of Freede Wellness Center); Incident # 12-10-012; victim: student; damaged vehicle: black 2007 Lexus E35 4dr; Officer Josh Pankowsky was dispatched to the West side of the Freede Wellness Center regarding a vehicle damaged by a baseball. Upon arrival he met with…
Tickets Selling Now for Student Choreography Show
Tickets for the 2012 Student Choreography show are available but may sell out quickly. The Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Arts Management urges students to purchase their tickets for the two shows at 6:30 pm and 9 pm this Friday in the Kirkpatrick auditorium. The choreography show is created by the school’s dance performance seniors who…
Police reports released Oct. 5
Injure/Destroy Property Less Than $2500 Wednesday, 10-3-12 5:45pm; North Loeffler parking lot; Incident # 12-10-005; victim: student; damaged vehicle: white 2001 Volvo S60 4dr; Officer Kiel Pepper was dispatched to the North Loeffler parking lot regarding a parked vehicle being damaged by a baseball. Upon arrival he met with the student/victim who said he parked his…
Student government selects 2012-13 leaders
Student Senate has about $16,600 left in rolling appropriations after approving six bills this semester.
Adele breaks iTunes record with James Bond theme
It only took 19 hours for the mother-to-be to set a record with the most worldwide No. 1’s on iTunes music charts.
Creative firm supports slogan, logo, despite copyright concerns
Officials will implement a new university brand by January 2013. Pentagram, a London-based creative firm, presented their final feedback Sept. 28 about university rebranding to officials.
Dunham’s ‘bland’ film bores, disappoints critic
By Amanda Ack, Columnist Lena Dunham must hate her life. That’s the only reason I can come up with for the overwhelming ennui that characterizes her body of work—particularly her latest endeavor, Nobody Walks. Like Tiny Furniture and HBO’s Girls, it’s a standard Dunham original: bland, selfish people doing bland, selfish things, with no sense…
Columnist evaluates parking
By Mary Larsh, Columnist My brother almost flunked out of kindergarten. He could read at a third-grade level. He was a whiz at math. He never ate paste or terrorized his classmates, but he failed mazes. He could find the end of the maze, but his pencil kept running over the boundaries—sometimes several of them…
Letter to the editors from university president
Dear Students, I want to share some additional information and insights regarding the incident that took place on September 23 that caused our campus to briefly go on lockdown. By now, you are aware a shooting occurred about seven blocks away and the suspect fled toward campus, was apprehended, and taken into police custody. During…