By Lauren Matheny, Lifestyles Editor While spring semester is drawing to a close, students often feel the need for a productivity boost as focus lags. The end of the school year can bring on bouts of anxiety, fatigue, and procrastination just when students need focus and energy. For seniors, this lack of drive can be…
Habits
If you’re looking to give up a vice or begin a healthy new habit, now’s your chance: the first three months of the new year are the prime time to begin tackling everyday challenges in your life. A recent study by the Scranton Clinical Journal of Psychology stated that forty five percent of Americans make…
Open Streets OKC, celebrating community engagement, comes to NW 23rd St.
By Lauren Matheny, Lifestyles Editor Open Streets OKC, a celebration of active transportation, will close off a section of NW 23rd St. this Sunday. The event will take place between noon and 4 p.m., on NW 23rd Street between Robinson and Western. Open Streets OKC is described as “an opportunity to experience a new use…
New dining/shopping development under construction on 23rd
The revival of the Uptown 23rd District will continue with a new business and retail development. Land Run Commercial Real Estate Advisors purchased a vacant warehouse on the corner of Walker and 23rd Street. They have titled the development The Rise. Construction and refurbishment has already begun on the site. The 45,000 square foot property…
Alumnus competes in final round of reality show
Alumnus David Brown (mass communications ’95) competed in the final episode of The Biggest Loser Season 15. Brown and two other finalists competed in a triathlon and final on-air weigh in Feb. 4. Brown entered the competition at 409 pounds and lost 222 pounds during the season. He had the highest total weight loss of…
Senior king, queen competition returns
Student Government Association will host the second Senior King and Queen Ceremony: Seniors’ Biggest Night later this month to honor senior achievements. The event will be at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 26 in Petree Recital Hall in Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center. Seniors and their families will be honored at the free event, which is open to…
Officials appoint new nursing school dean
Officials for the Kramer School of Nursing selected Dr. Lois Salmeron, professor of nursing, as the school’s new dean. Officials appointed Salmeron after assembling a faculty committee to review internal and external candidates. Salmeron has served as a professor of nursing at OCU since 2005. She was elected as interim director of the nursing program…
Oklahoma City Public School District closes, citing “extreme cold”
The Oklahoma City Public School District closed schools Friday, Jan. 24 due to extremely cold temperatures. The announcement was made at 5:30 a.m. Friday morning, after consideration of the temperature and forecast for the day. Rod McKinley, OKC Schools Chief HR Officer, spoke to News Channel 4 this morning about the decision. “It was actually…
Gobbling It Up: Culinary Websites and OCU Students Embrace New Thanksgiving Meal Traditions
Though turkey and stuffing might remain standard fair for millions of Americans on Thanksgiving Day, a growing number of families are beginning new holiday food traditions. The number of families not indulging in turkey dinners has risen in recent years: last year, 12% of families chose alternative routes for their feasts. This shift can…
Athletic department hosts annual canned food drive
The athletic department’s annual canned food drive is returning this year, with a focus on wider campus outreach.
The drive benefits Skyline Urban Ministry, a United Methodist charity. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 8.
Phi Kappa Phi recognized with national award
The OCU chapter of Phi Kappa Phi, an academic honors society, has been recognized as a Chapter of Merit.
OCU’s chapter was one of 50 across the country to be honored with the distinction.
Annual Panhellenic dinner moved to University Center
OCU Panhellenic is reformatting their annual Festive Feast this year to include Phi Mu, the newest sorority on campus.
Gluten Free Diets: A Health Nut Fad, or Practical Science?
The gluten-free diet has become a cultural phenomenon for those seeking to lose weight and boost their digestive health
Greek organizations focus on promoting philanthropy weeks
Greek organizations focused this semester on bringing awareness of their philanthropies through well-publicized events, utilizing new marketing tools.
Tenth annual 5K run hosted in honor of university volunteer
The 10th Annual Marianne Vanatta Race with the Stars 5k and 1 Mile Fun Walk is scheduled for 8 a.m. Nov. 2 on campus.
Cuban salsa night provides free lessons, community
Cuban Salsa Night has returned this semester, offering students free Latin dance lessons.
The club meets at 8 p.m. Wednesdays in Watson Lounge in Bishop W. Angie Smith Chapel.
Faculty, staff, students support United Way
A committee of OCU faculty and staff members organized a number of fundraising efforts to benefit United Way of Central Oklahoma, all designed to get students involved.
The events will commence on Monday, October 21st, with bake sales outside of the cafeteria, and will continue throughout homecoming week.
Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity provides seeks membership
Phi Alpha Delta unites campus undergraduates considering pursuing a law degree after graduation. The program focuses on educating about and preparing students for applying to law school, but all students interested in law are welcome to attend.
Miss OCU pageant provides scholarships, service opportunities
This year’s Miss OCU Pageant will take place at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 in the Kirkpatrick Auditorium in the Kirkpatrick Fine Arts Center.
Kappa Phi wins national award, welcomes new pledge class
Kappa Phi has begun the school year by winning a national award and initiating 46 new members, an on-campus record.
This summer, leaders from Kappa Phi’s OCU chapter attended the National Council with members of other chapters from across the nation.
Student Government offers new discount program
Students can save money at more than 22 local businesses thanks to Student Government Association.
SGA recently launched the Stars Advantage program, which gives discounts specifically for OCU students.
The program was developed over the summer by Edgars Boitmanis, vice president of SGA.
