The recent local elections in Oklahoma City have highlighted changes in the local political landscape. Citizens have seen key positions filled across the city. The results reflect the choices of the electorate and set the stage for the immediate future of Oklahoma City governance. The results of these most recent elections indicate a broad and…
Turning Point OCU: Fostering Dialogue or Dividing the Campus?
OCU Turning Point USA Members at a chapter meeting (Instagram/tpusa_okcu) Turning Point USA, a national nonprofit organization that advocates for conservative views on high school, college, and university campuses, has officially established a chapter at Oklahoma City University. Turning Point USA is a national organization with chapters across college campuses nationwide. According to its website,…
Retro Reels with Dane Rattan: The Maltese Falcon
Scene from The Maltese Falcon. (Photo/Warner Bros.) Hello, and welcome to the first of hopefully many Retro Reels. A film review column where I’m going to take a look at films of old and obscure, the forgotten and the weird. And to start off this film review column, I’m going to talk about books. The…
HONOR SONG By Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds
Display of HONOR SONG at OKCMOA. (Photo/Nadia Tallroth) The First American artist, Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds created HONOR SONG, a striking exhibit showcased throughout the Oklahoma City Contemporary Museum of Art. Running from February 20, 2025, to August 4, 2025, his work is open to the public free of charge, offering…
“Light Left On”: Conversations in the Dark
Display of “Light Left On” at OCU Norick Art Center. (Photo/Bryan Cardinale-Powell) “A signal – an invitation – a warning; vacant and possessed. A light left on at night is common but not uncomplicated, like a photograph,” Bryan Cardinale-Powell, Associate Film Professor and Chair at Oklahoma City University describes his work. Currently on display at…
Penelope: A Modern Take on a Timeless Tale
Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park debuted their first musical in 41 years. From February 20, 2025, to March 2, 2025, at the Paseo Indoor Theatre, Penelope took the stage, impressing audiences with a performance led by actress Amanda Lee and accompanied by a five-piece band: Dustin Morningstar (piano), Aaron Michael (violin/music director), Joseph Messick (viola),…
A Pivotal Step: Sophomores Select Their Dance Tracks at Ann Lacy School of Dance
As the spring dance show picked up momentum, the sophomores at the Ann Lacy School of Dance found themselves at a pivotal moment in their careers: choosing their dance tracks. These tracks will determine the direction of their academic focus, and they are currently being decided by the deans and faculty of the school. All…
A Weekend of Action in OKC: Parades and Protests
Students, Staff, and Faculty at the annual MLK Parade (Photo/OklahomaCityUniversity) Saturday, February 1st, began a weekend of protests across Oklahoma City. The weekend opened with the MLK parade, a march meant to inspire in memory of civil rights leader, workers’ rights advocate and peace activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The street was blocked off…
Professor James Cooper’s Best Selling Debut: Moonlit Massacre
Book Cover of Professor James Cooper Debut Novel, Moonlit Massacre. (Photo,MediaOCU/Angel Bell) Oklahoma has a long and rich history of storytelling, with authors like Tulsa native S.E. Hinton, best known for The Outsiders or Oklahoma City native Ralph Ellison, whose novel Invisible Man was included in Time magazine’s list of 100 Best English-Language Novels from…
Camp OCU: Homecoming Celebrates Inclusivity and Community
Coming right around the corner is one of the biggest events of the year: Homecoming! Homecoming is the time of the semester when everyone gets to come together for some fun campus rivalries boosted by the lipsync battle and service. “Every year will look a little different due to having different people on the Executive…
Inside Campus Safety: An In-Depth Look with OCU PD Chief Spurlock
A glimpse of OCU PD’s extensive security system. (Photo,MediaOCU/Doha Hana) Among the many responsibilities of Oklahoma City University’s Police Department is maintaining and promoting the safety and security of the campus, the students, the faculty and staff. With that in mind, it is important to recognize that achieving this is a continuous and challenging task,…
Impacts of Methodist Church Evident on OCU Religious Life
To be included or not to be included—that is the question. The United Methodist Church asked and answered this question at its most recent General Conference, which takes place every four years. The congregation gathered in Charlotte, North Carolina, from April 23 to May 3 earlier this year to discuss matters involving the LGBTQIA+ community…
Unlocking Opportunities: The Importance of Early Internship Sign-Ups
On Sept. 12, students gathered for an enlightening internship information session hosted by Kanika Brown, Oklahoma City University’s Director of Career Services, who shared deeply resonating insights with everyone in attendance. Securing an internship can feel daunting for students as they navigate academic journeys, yet Brown emphasized its critical role in shaping future careers. One…
Voter’s Checklist: How to Prepare for the Upcoming Election
It is around that time again when candidates begin to launch their campaigns to gather enough votes for the big election. The Presidential Election is held every four years, and U.S. citizens can vote for their favorite candidate to be elected into office. The 2024 Presidential candidates are former President Donald J. Trump and Vice…
Leadership Summit Builds Students Up for Success
From Blue Goes Green to Out of the Box, there is a broad assortment of student-led organizations across the Oklahoma City University campus. Within each organization, students step up to take on leadership roles. On Saturday, Sept. 14 The Division of Student Affairs hosted annual Student Leadership Summit. This event invites students to learn and…
Impressive strides lead to broken records for OCU Law
After years of uncertain trajectory for the Oklahoma City University School of Law due todwindling bar passage rates and low admissions standards. OCU law is rewriting the script with hikes in bar passage rates and the most statistically impressive 1L class in school history. The Oklahoma Board of Bar Examiners reports that OCU Law’s overall…
Stars hire new interim AD amidst controversial offseason
The Oklahoma City University athletics department is spinning from a chain of events that has left staff, donors, alumni, and students wondering about the stability and integrity of leadership choices. According to two emails obtained by The Campus, beginning on June 12, an email was sent at 8:18 a.m., officially stating the decision to relieve…
2024 Sovereignty Symposium brings wave of new hope
This year’s Sovereignty Symposium was titled “A New Beginning,” which is fitting due to the announcements made at the 36th annual symposium. The Oklahoma City University School of Law hosted the event for the first time on June 11. Mayor David Holt, Dean of the OCU School of Law, highlighted how the event has evolved…
Back-to-School Bash: A Night of Fun and Festivities
Oklahoma City University hosted the Back-to-School Bash on August 22, welcoming back the student body. The Student Activities Council, or SAC, organized a fun-filled evening to help students acclimate to being on campus. Attendees visited over 50 booths set up by student organizations, departments, and off-campus employers. Festive, free attractions such as Nine Square, human…
OCU tabs new Interim Provost and VP of Academic Affairs
President Kenneth Evans announced the selection of Dr. Thomas J. Gamble as InterimProvost and Vice President of Academic Affairs on July 26, 2024. Gamble assumed his new position as the university’s top academic official on July 28, 2024 The appointment follows the departure of Dr. Michelle Kiec who served as Provost andVice President of Academic…
A New Chapter Unfolds: SGA’s Retreat Prepares for 2024-25 School Year
As a new school year begins, students and the Student Government Association hit the ground running on the Oklahoma City University campus. The SGA leaders are wasting no time gaining positive momentum. The SGA of OCU held its annual retreat on Aug. 26 and invited the student body to attend to hear their ideas for…
OCU Esports: A Successful and Inclusive Championship Community
Main tank, counter dive, death ball, hit-scan, and full hold. These terms may appear to be nonsensical jargon for someone who does not play Overwatch 2 or hasn’t won an Esports national championship. This verbiage for the Oklahoma City University Esports team is the common tongue, as the Stars took home last year’s national championship…
Local Students Gain Hope From Controversy In Bangladesh
In early August of this year, the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, a South Asian country, witnessed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule ending with her resignation and fleeing the country. This was the climactic end of a yearlong student-led protest across Bangladesh that illuminated the need for change. Protests started after the Supreme Court changed…
University names new Chief Human Resources Officers
Oklahoma City University has appointed Blythe Benson as the university’s new Chief Human Resources Officer. Benson had served as the interim head of the OCU Human Resources office since December. Benson, a familiar face at OCU since 2007, has been vital to the university’s Human Resources department. Initially, she served as a compensation and benefits…
Students spark a historical moment in university finals week procedures
In recent months, student government leaders at Oklahoma City University have reached a remarkable milestone for the student body. Following a nearly two-year commitment spanning over two administrations, the OCU Student Government Association has partnered with several faculty to deliver students a much-needed break before Finals Week. The newly established Inquiry Day will take effect…
Anna Davis named the new CFO and Vice-President for Finance and Business Operations.
Last semester, former Chief Financial Officer Kevan Buck left his position at Oklahoma City University to pursue a new employment opportunity. Anna Davis was named the interim chief financial officer in December. After a nationwide search, Davis has been named the new Chief Financial Officer and Vice-President for Finance and Business Operations. Davis was hired…
