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…
A New Twist on University Worship
On March 14, University Worship was structured a little differently than usual. Instead of rows of chairs, tables took their place. After the devotional led by Rev. Dr. Lisa Wolfe and a music offering by the Worship Singers led by Dr. Melissa Plamann, the time turned into a loving act of service. On the…
Students Share Concerns at the Campus Dining Forum
The Oklahoma City University Student Government Association and Chartwells, the school’s vendor for dining services, recently partnered to host the Campus Dining Forum, addressing Kitchen 1904, Alvin’s Market, and the cafeteria, following the November 6th senate meeting at 7 pm. Representatives from Campus Dining Services included Michael Miller, General Manager, Randy Largent, Assistant Director for…
April Activities: Best On Campus Events This Month
Check out these awesome upcoming events! Saturday 4/8: ODEI Volunteer Project Monday 4/10: OCU Easter Celebration Tuesday 4/11: Jewish American Celebration Wednesday 4/12: Campus Leadership Awards Thursday 4/13: DARE to Grow Multicultural Night Saturday 4/15: Student Leadership Summit Thursday 4/20: SAC Summer Send Off Friday 4/21: Blue Key Honor Society Spring Sing Saturday 4/22: OKConnect…
Fasting for Spiritual Growth; Ramadan Begins
Considered one of the holiest months of the year for the Muslim community, March 23 marks the ninth month of the lunar calendar and the beginning of Ramadan. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from food and drink, including water during the sunlit hours of the day. This means they only eat or drink prior to dawn…
“Educational, Informative, and Simply Fun”: Black History Month 2023
The end of February consequently results in the end of Black History Month, a nationally recognized celebration that pays tribute to the contributions of generations of African Americans and black individuals despite the adversity they faced in American society. First celebrated as only a week-long endeavor in 1926, Black History Month reached its current duration…
March Madness: Best On Campus Activities This Month
Explore Some of Our Favorite Events Happening on Campus This Month! Tues. 3/7 Women in Leadership Lunch and Panel Wed 3/8 International Women’s Day ODEI International Women’s Day Movie Night Mon 3/13 Start of SPRING BREAK!! Fri 3/17 End of Spring Break St. Patrick’s Day Mon 3/20 ODEI Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Presentation Wed…
Religious Life Celebrates Ash Wednesday
This past Wednesday, March 22nd, was Ash Wednesday, meaning that the Lenten season is upon us! Lent is a 40-day season celebrated by many Christians to spiritually prepare for the coming of Jesus on Easter. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of this liturgical season known for its fasting and almsgiving. Campus Religious Life sponsored a…
Campus memorial to be dedicated to late religion professor
OCU School of Religion plans to dedicate a tree and a bench on campus in the name of former professor Dr. John Starkey.
Gallery: How To Tie Dye
Photographer Mackenzie Shaw creates a guide for Tie Dye!
Upcoming Neustadt Lectures to discuss antisemitism
The School of Religion will host webinars to discuss antisemitism this semester.
Religion alumnus accepted into Boston University
Jay Williams, OCU alumnus, has been accepted into the Master of Divinity program at Boston University.
Sophomore promotes interfaith initiatives on campus
Mikel Kendrick, acting sophomore, was selected as a coach for the Interfaith Youth Core.
Professors support students during online finals transitions
Professors are adapting final exams to fit an online format.
Christian organization collects socks for Oklahoma City Homeless Alliance
Kappa Phi’s sock drive ran thoughout October.
Religious activist to speak about pacifism, gun violence
Both students and faculty express excitement for the upcoming lectures by a religious activist and author.
Religious life collects supplies for hurricane relief
Religious Life students and faculty are organizing aid for those affected by the recent hurricanes in the United States and its territories.
Muslim convert to speak at OCU
Religious Life will host their first guest speaker for the Wilson Lecture series.
Theologian soon to speak on campus
Thomas Jay Oord, a theologian, is coming to OCU Sep. 18 to speak to students about how God is not actually in control.
Religion students to run in UMC election
Religion students are running for election in the United Methodist Church Conference after seeing a lack of young people represented.
Religious life officials make donation to hurricane disaster relief
Officials collected donations and contributed to hurricane relief efforts through the United Methodist Church.
Religious misunderstanding prompts more communication
Religion faculty are further emphasizing interfaith dialogue after a miscommunication at a local synagogue.
Officials offer free applications to St. Gregory’s transfers
University officials advertised free admission application fees for transfer students from St. Gregory’s University.
Officials plan, fundraise for interfaith residence hall
Officials are still fundraising and planning for Smith Hall to be turned into an interfaith dorm.
Bible distributors falsely accused of tearing down posters
Religion officials received false reports this week of Gideon International members tearing down a poster for National Coming Out Day.
Professor chosen to revise social principles of Methodist Church
Dr. Mark Davies was named a convener for the process of revising the Social Principles of the United Methodist Church for the Natural World section.
