Oklahoma City University recently made local news after charges were filed against a sex offender who broke into an on-campus dormitory. The offender, Brandon Barr, was arrested on Jan. 17 after finding his way into the United Methodist Hall and a resident advisor’s room. Barr entered the building unauthorized, posing as a maintenance worker,…
Under Construction … and Water: Methodist Hall Update
For the bulk of the past two weeks, the residency building known as Methodist Hall has been undergoing two maintenance updates and has been housing more than just students. Tools, machinery, equipment and a porta-potty have taken residence outside the student housing. What exactly are these construction jobs, and where are they taking place? A…
New Residence Life Coordinator: Darius Morris
Oklahoma City University’s Housing and Residence Life have welcomed a new individual to the team, Darius Morris, who has stepped into the position of Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) for Methodist Hall. It is a pivotal moment for the university and the residential community, and Darius will be contributing his substantial background and knowledge to the…
Burning Concerns: Laundry Room Crisis Unravels at Methodist Hall
A laundry room incident occurred in Methodist Hall, causing sophomore Sahara Seifried to be faced with a distressing situation when her clothes were burnt, resulting in the loss of a significant portion of her wardrobe due to damages. The incident was reported to the on-call Resident Assistant (RA) and the Resident Life Coordinator (RLC), Elizabeth…
Why I love living in Walker Hall (as an RA)
Walker Hall, the notorious, main first-year dorm, is renowned around campus as a sucky but necessary part of coming to OCU. Almost every first-year student lives in Walker and becomes acquainted with its quirks – including its sad excuse for a laundry room and often out of order elevators. Yet, I chose, as an upper-class…
Tuition Increases 2nd Year in a Row
Photo Courtesy of Oklahoma City University On October 25th, 2023, the Oklahoma City University Board of Trustees convened and voted to increase tuition rates and fees for the upcoming school year. Beginning in the summer of 2024, the annual undergraduate block tuition rate will increase by 3%. This is on the back of the 3%…
Residence Life informs students of the Winter Break Check-Out procedures
With winter break right around the corner, Residence Life is informing students of how to prepare and the correct procedures.
Tornado warning sparks concern for OCU students
The campus had a close call with a tornado. Some students believe OCU was unprepared.
Cokesbury apartments gets new gate system
Campus Technology Services is working on installing a new, automated gate system to the Cokesbury Court Apartments.
Area police report 40+ car burglaries in one weekend
Oklahoma City had a wave of burglaries. Chief Dexter Nelson addresses the problem.
Housing plans upgrade for Cokesbury furniture
Cokesbury Court Apartments will receive new bedroom furniture over the summer.
Car raided in Methodist Hall parking garage
On March 19, Alyssa Snow, design and production junior, found her car had been broken into and her lights switched on, leaving the car battery dead.
Cokesbury apartments gets new gate system
Campus Technology Services is working on installing a new, automated gate system to the Cokesbury Court Apartments.
BREAKING: Walker Hall experiences heater malfunction, flooding
Students were evacuated from Walker Hall due to maintenance efforts to restore heat to the building.
BREAKING: Methodist Hall flooded from pipe burst
On Feb. 15 a water pipe burst in a common area of the fourth floor of Methodist Hall causing flooding and temporary evacuations.
University to conduct monthly COVID-19 surveillance testing
The OCU Communications Office recently announced mandatory monthly COVID-19 screening for on-campus residents.
Campus residents take COVID tests
The university conducted COVID-19 surveillance testing this week for all residential students.
Campus tech upgrades Cokesbury network
Campus technology services are updating the wireless internet network in the Cokesbury Court Apartments.
Campus dining removes meal swipe options, adds points for flexibility
Campus dining has made various changes to meal plans.
Housing officials uphold student health, safety
Housing staff are working to maintain a safe environment for students living on campus.
University announces Fall 2020 schedule
Oklahoma City University officials recently announced the fall 2020 semester would begin one week earlier than normal, on August 17.
Housing services move on-campus students to Cokesbury
Housing and Residence Life has been implementing safety precautions for students still on campus.
Student finds black particles in Cokesbury tap water
A student recently found black particles in her Cokesbury apartment’s tap water.
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.
Housing director starts dorm food pantry
A housing official has started a new food pantry for Methodist Hall residents.
Residence life officials host financial literacy workshops
Banning, Draper and Walker Hall officials are creating and hosting programs and workshops to help students be more financially literate.
