Oklahoma City University officials named a major with 33 years of law enforcement experience as the new police chief.
OCU names first police chief of color
After months of a national search authorized by President Martha Burger, Major Dexter Nelson has been named to the position.
Students, officials share opinions on police chief finalists
The Chief of Police Search Committee recommended the two candidates out of 32 applicants after months of a national search authorized by President Martha Burger.
Beloved professor dies of cancer
Dr. John Starkey, religion professor, died of cancer Jan. 11 after receiving treatment for several months.
Students concerned with car break-ins on campus
Before students left for winter break, a string of car break-ins happened across campus.
Volleyball team wins fourth consecutive SAC tournament title
OCU’s volleyball team won the SAC tournament semifinals for the fourth year in a row.
Faculty scholarship budget cut in half
The faculty scholarship fund for professors has already been claimed for the semester after being cut half.
Gender-inclusive housing resolution passes Senate
A Student Government Association senator has drafted a resolution on gender inclusion in OCU housing.
OCU becomes first U.S. school to join international theater alliance
OCU is now an official member of the World Theatre Education Alliance.
Campus Health Center increases clinic availability
The Campus Health Center has a new partnership that has increased accessibility and hours of operation.
Gamma Phi Beta wins Homecoming
The sorority Gamma Phi Beta took first place in Homecoming this year.
Interim diversity, inclusion advocate named
The university’s new interim diversity and inclusion advocate is attempting to pave the way for student equality and diversity celebration.
Miss OCU 2020 crowned
Mackenzie McIntyre, music theater senior, was crowned Miss OCU 2020.
New director of campus police operations appointed
Campus police has a new interim director of operations after the interim chief of police took a leave of absence.
“OKCU” back to “OCU”
OCU is officially keeping its acronym “OCU.”
Update: Interim police chief takes leave of absence
Interim Chief Mark LaHue is on an approved leave of absence according to Leslie Berger, senior director of university communications.
Student Publications to continue printing operations
Student Publications will continue printing the student newspaper after administrators considered eliminating it earlier this year.
Interim police chief, CFO accused of discrimination
A campus police officer and a library employee have filed a discrimination claim and a Title IX report against OCU’s interim police chief and the chief financial officer.
Update: SGA president signs resolution to suspend Kappa Sigma, Alpha Phi
Student Government Association President Trae Trousdale decided to sign the resolution calling for the suspension of Alpha Phi and Kappa Sigma.
SGA President passes resolution calling for Kappa Sigma, Alpha Phi suspension
Student Government Association President Trae Trousdale decided to sign Resolution 001.
Senate passes resolution to suspend Kappa Sigma, Alpha Phi
A resolution calling for Kappa Sigma and Alpha Phi to disband has been passed by the senate.
Campus police officer accused of racial profiling
A faculty member has submitted a grievance of racial profiling and harassment against an OCU police officer.
New freshmen class radiates positive enthusiasm
The OCU class of 2023 is on campus and they’re ready to start the college life.
Printing future uncertain for Student Publications
Administrators are considering eliminating the printed edition of the student newspaper this year.
Officials conduct ‘sexual respect’ survey
University officials are assessing sexual assault response and prevention on campus.
Students from Las Vegas react to mass shooting
Students started their week coping with news of the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history.