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…
OCU announces meal plan/housing refund details
Oklahoma City University has announced it will be refunding some students by May 4 for a portion of their housing and dining costs in response to changes due to COVID-19.
Social media account criticizes OCU’s response to coronavirus
An Instagram page has been created in response to OCU’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, criticizing the school’s approach to online classes and closing campus.
Students adapt English publication for new circumstances
This year’s issue of “The Scarab” may have significant differences from previous copies, with potential changes both in distribution and makeup.
Miracle Marathon event delayed
Miracle Marathon officials have moved back their dance marathon event due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Students create new club for Pre-Health professionals
Oklahoma City University has a new student organization on campus, known as the Pre-Health Professionals Club.
Film seniors put finishing touches on capstone films
Film seniors are preparing their capstone projects for a public presentation.
School of Visual Arts to showcase fabric art sculpture
Visual Artist Sarah FitzSimons will be showcasing one of her sculptures on campus, a fabric quilt of the ocean.
Education students begin student teaching placements
Many seniors in the School of Education have started their student teaching this semester after several months of planning and preparation.
Volleyball team ends season with national accolades, awards
The volleyball team competed in the NAIA 40th Annual Women’s Volleyball National Championship in early December, making it to the first round and the top 16 teams.
Housing office seeks solution to malfunctioning Cokesbury gates
The campus housing office is responding to student frustration with repeated malfunctions of the gates at Cokesbury Court Apartments.
Education students prepare for new assessment
A new assessment is being introduced to students in the Department of Education.
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.
Project 21 starts new group for experimental composition
Project 21 has recently started a new internal group for creating and performing experimental music.
Religious activist to speak about pacifism, gun violence
Both students and faculty express excitement for the upcoming lectures by a religious activist and author.
Student Choreography Show features 200 students
The Student Choreography Show and Friends is in full-swing, with participating students in rehearsals and faculty overseeing the student-run production.
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.
SGA president makes first executive order, updates budget
Student Government Association started the semester with many changes, including the organization’s first-ever executive order in SGA history.
