The International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella is not just for Pitch Perfect – it exists in real life, and OCU’s Tonal Eclipse is the winner of their quarterfinal competition. Tonal Eclipse is one of two a cappella groups here on OCU’s campus. It is an entirely student lead organization who do their own arrangements,…
Behind the Scenes of Move!
Just before spring break, the Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment produced their annual spring show Move! Dance For the World of Entertainment. Typically, what people enjoy most about the dance show is the incredible and talented dancers that bring the stage to life with the vision of the choreographers. However, there is…
Campus Student Body Prepares for Student Government Association Elections
Anticipation is building for students at Oklahoma City University as the Student Government Association’s elections loom nearer. Several positions are up for grabs for student leaders, but many have their eyes set on the Presidential & Vice-Presidential joint ticket. The filing period for prospective candidates was open until Friday, March 15 to run for any…
2023-24 Hoops Season in Review
The season has come and gone for the Oklahoma City University Men’s basketball team. The Stars finished with a 10-18 record while tallying an 8-14 record within Sooner Athletic Conference play. Coach Mark Berokoff’s squad finished just one game away of the last qualifying spot for a trip to the SAC postseason tournament. Yet the…
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…
From Poles to Possibilities: A Patriotic Campus
What is more of an eyesore than an empty flagpole? Every day I walk past the lone flagpole in front of the Gold Star Memorial Building to go to class. As I walk past that flagpole, it reminds me of when I became an Eagle Scout and the number of flag ceremonies I took part…
The Archives: An Under Appreciated Treasure Trove
OCU hosts an impressive archives collection that expands every year, holding relics of not only the school’s past, but even some historical pieces. Of the many collections the archives office holds, a few stand out. The Hamilton watch collection is one of these. This boasting collection also consists of Shakespearean literature including the 1770 Oxford…
Exploring Resources in our Backyard: The Resource Pantry of Hope
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…
Be Aggressive: A Hilarious Journey of Healing and Resilience
The story of a high school cheerleader dealing with grief and healing in Be Aggressive offers an insightful look at family dynamics, resilience and the need for escape. This dramatic comedy, written by Annie Weisman, takes place in the sunny community of Vista Del Sol in southern California. The story focuses on Laura, a…