When Laurie Schneider sat down to do her master’s thesis in American studies, she never dreamed that she would one day share a nearly forgotten chapter of Jewish-American heritage. Her debut novel, Gittel, follows 13-year-old Gittel Borenstein and her family, refugees from the deadly Easter program in Kishinev, who are starting over as farmers in…
OCU’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt 2025 (Photo, MediaOCU/Addy Pepperman) On Friday, April 18th, OCU held its annual Easter egg hunt with an excellent turnout. Children showed up dressed in their Easter best and ready to hunt for eggs. On both lawns of the quad, different age groups lined up. Ready, set, go! The children raced…
Students and Professor Haslett pose with their awards at the Oklahoma Broadcast Education Association (OBEA/Mass Communications) Oklahoma City University’s student media programs continue to shine, receiving multiple honors from the Oklahoma Press Association (OPA) and the Oklahoma Broadcast Education Association (OBEA) this spring. The student newspaper, The Campus, earned top recognition in the 2025 OPA…
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,…
An anthology of creative works published by Sigma Tau Delta is making a comeback this semester. The Scarab is a compilation of student-submitted pieces ranging from poetry, essays, and short stories to photographs, art, and film. The long-running journal gets its title from Oklahoma City University’s original mascot, the scarab beetle. The return of The…
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…
EStatements like “Academic Weapon.” or “I’m locked in.” can be heard by the thriving students of Oklahoma City University. I know my friends and I are guilty of it. This mentality is almost like a badge of honor, where you’re powering through exhaustion, stress, and anxiety to reach your desired goals. In today’s fast-paced world,…
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…
John Proctor is the Villain was performed in the Burg Theater at Oklahoma City University on September 26-29, 2024. Set in 2018, this play follows the story of a high school English class as they dissect The Crucible. Topics such as naive infatuation, feminism, sexual assault, and misused power dynamics illuminate the Metoo movement of…
OCU, Red Earth MFA Alum, Heather Levy (Photo/Heather Levy) Oklahoma City University alumna and novelist Heather Levy isn’t afraid to write about the hard stuff and take on storylines that many may deem complex. A graduate of OCU’s Red Earth MFA Program, Levy has carved a distinct space in the literature world for bold, fearless,…
National Library Week, taking place Apr. 6-12, is an annual celebration recognizing the importance of libraries, librarians, and library workers. The Dulaney-Browne Library is commemorating National Library Week on campus with various events and activities. Throughout the week, the Dulaney-Browne Library sold books that were available for purchase at a discounted price. The library also…
Walker Hall Roof Damage (Photo, MediaOCU/Dane Ratton) The morning of Friday, March 14th, the day before spring break had been relatively uneventful. People were packing up and heading out. The wind was a bit high, but no one suspected what it would lead to. “[I was] literally in my room,” said freshman Luke Manchin. “I…
Herman and LaDonna Meinders pose for a photo during a formal gathering (Photo/Oklahoma City University) *The following is a student-written tribute expressing personal appreciation for Herman Meinders.* Oklahoma City University is blessed to have a community backed by people whose kindness goes beyond basic donations. One of those individuals is Herman Meinders, an alumnus who…
On March 20th, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to dismantle The U.S. Department of Education. This is the culmination of his opposition to the agency. This decision follows years of budget cuts and downsizing efforts that have already created problems for students and educators. The reduction in staff has led to delays in…
Summer is right around the corner, and while most students are daydreaming about sleeping in, going on trips, or spending more time with friends, something else should be on our radar—internships. Internships are one of the best ways to gain real-world experience while still in school. Whether you are trying to figure out what career…
Scene from The Great Race. (Photo/Turner Classic Movies.) Summer break is right around the corner, and that means summer blockbusters are soon to hit theaters. July is a particularly stacked month with a new Jurassic World, the Marvel Cinematic Universe finally introducing the Fantastic Four, and James Gunn’s highly anticipated Superman. Also, a new Smurfs movie…
Managing Editor Hi Stars! I can’t believe we are already halfway through our fall semester! The Campus has been thrilled to create exciting stories for the OCU community to read and share. Our main goal has been expanding our social media presence, and our unique social media team has been working tirelessly to bring The…
