By Susannah Waite, Editor-in-Chief Elliott Mattox, music theater junior, was crowned this year’s Mr. OCU. Mattox won a cash prize of $200, as well as $250 Alvin’s cash. The competition consisted of four categories, the on-stage question, sportswear or active wear, talent, and evening wear. The eight competitors had a variety of talents, ranging from…
Archives for November 2012
CBS cancels “Partners”
One of primetime television’s current gay-centric sitcoms meets its end.
Twinkie-maker to close, potentially laying-off 18,500 employees
Twinkies are said to have an infinite shelf life, but the shut-down of Hostess could mean the end of the dessert snack.
“Twilight” saga finale expected to break debut records
The vampire series comes to a close with the premiere of Breaking Dawn, and box-office experts expect it to be a big one.
Benicio del Toro to play infamous cocaine trafficker
By Amanda Ack Benicio del Toro is in final negotiations to star as Columbian drug lord Pablo Escobar in Paradise Lost. The film will be directed by Italian actor Andrea di Stefano and is slated to begin production in March 2013. For more information on the film, click here.
Teen sensations to release 3D movie.
The hit boy band One Direction will soon be conquering another outlet of entertainment: the silver screen.
Students plan to house bees on campus, host Awareness Day
Students are hosting a Bee Awareness Day this week to help inform other students about the advantages of having bees on campus.
Senators reject change to association’s bylaws
Student senators failed a bill this week that would have reestablished the allocation process for Student Bar Association.
Relay For Life rally hosted to educate about event
Students will have the opportunity to sign up to walk for a cause. A rally for the Relay For Life will be hosted from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday outside Tom and Brenda McDaniel University Center.
Newest Bond film misses the mark, says critic
When all a franchise can do is pay homage to its own history, it’s probably time to let it die.
Columnist requests safer campus parking for students
Drivers should not be responsible for cars damaged by baseballs. In the Nov. 7 issue of The Campus, an article addressed the issue of baseballs hitting cars in parking lots around the baseball field.
Student group to host sustainability week
A group of students are organizing a series of events to help bring awareness about the importance of being environmentally friendly.
Students encouraged to support Relay For Life
Students are encouraged to support Relay For Life by participating in Relay Rally on Thursday.
Morgan Spurlock to helm One Direction film
By Amanda Ack Documentarian Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me, The Greatest Movie Ever Sold) has just signed on to direct a behind-the-scenes 3D movie based on boy band One Direction. Spurlock is producing the film with Simon Cowell, who discovered the band. For more information on the film and on One Direction, click here.
‘The Hobbit’ soundtrack available for online streaming
By Amanda Ack Composer Howard Shore’s soundtrack for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is now available for online streaming. The soundtrack will be available for purchase on December 10th. To listen to the soundtrack, click here.
Editor-in-Chief sets goals for publications
I would like to introduce myself as the new editor-in-chief of Student Publications. I am excited to be assuming this role on campus.
Reduxion Theatre Company presents Richard III
By Brianna Bohland, Staff Writer Reduxion Theatre Company brings an unusual and unexpected presentation of Shakepeare’s Richard III, bringing it from 15thcentury to 20th century. The modernized version of the classic tragedy includes occasional musical numbers, such as Radiohead’s “Paranoid Android.” The classic to contemporary take on Richard III will be performed Thursday, Friday, and…
Germany boosts film funding
By Amanda Ack The German government’s approved 2013 budget will increase the German Federal Film Fund (DFFF) by €10 million ($12.7 million). The DFFF is the organization behind recent international releases like Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters and Cloud Atlas. For more information on the budget increase and on the DFFF, click here.
Pixar favorite possibly attached to new ‘Star Wars’ film
By Amanda Ack Screenwriter Michael Arndt (Little Miss Sunshine, Toy Story 3) is rumored to be attached to Star Wars: Episode VII. Insiders confirm that Arndt has already penned a treatment for the movie and will at least be a part of the screenwriting team when it begins shooting in 2014. Arndt won an Oscar for Little Miss Sunshine and…
Stars join ‘LEGO’ cast
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Actors Alison Brie, Will Ferrell, Liam Neeson and Nick Offerman have signed on for roles in Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow’s upcoming LEGO. They join the previously announced Will Arnett, Elizabeth Banks, and Morgan Freeman. The film will be written and directed by Phil Lloyd and Christopher Miller (21 Jump Street,…
“Sesame Street” to air hurricane themed episode
By Amy Fuhrman, Staff Writer The longtime favorite children’s show “Sesame Street” will direct its attention to the victims of Hurricane Sandy this week. The disaster themed episode, airing Friday, focuses on the street after a hurricane strikes and leaves the residents to repair and recover. Since its original air date in 2001, the…
Jermaine Jackson petitions to change name
The older brother to the late Michael Jackson has plans to change his last name but only by a letter.
Outlet mall adds new retailers
Just in time for Christmas shopping, the Outlet Shoppes at Oklahoma City have added six new stores, including Coach Men’s Factory, Kenneth Cole, and Waterford Crystal. Some of the stores are offering opening weekend discounts.
Rabbi scheduled to speak on campus
By Susannah Waite, Editor-in-Chief OCU will host a rabbi who specializes in Jewish education for this year’s Neustadt Lectures titled “Reading Scripture with the Rabbi” Nov. 15. The guest lecturer is Rabbi Vered Harris, the spiritual leader of Temple B’nai Israel in Oklahoma City. The three lectures are free to the public and will include…
Vice President Biden to play celebrity crush on sitcom
Viewers will get the chance to see the Vice President flash his pearly whites on a Nov. 15 episode of Parks and Recreation.
Film adaptation of ‘The Giver’ in the works
By Amanda Ack The Bone Collector director Phillip Noyce is in negotiations with the Weinstein Company and Walden Media to direct a film adaptation of Lois Lowry’s The Giver. A production start date has not yet been assigned to the picture, although Jeff Bridges already is slated to star. For more information on the film,…