From embracing and welcoming new students before attending their matriculation to wishing students the best of luck as they prepare to attend commencement, Megan Hornbeek Allen, who works in alumni engagement, has experienced it all and embraced every moment. Hornbeek Allen has worked in the Oklahoma City University Office of Alumni Engagement and Advancement since…
Committee plan mixes new events, old traditions
Homecoming 2022 kicks off on Oct. 31 for an exciting week full of fun, ending with a home volleyball game in Freede Wellness Center on Nov. 5. The Homecoming committee has put together a thrilling week of events and competitions to uphold long-held OCU traditions as well as introduce some new activities.
University launches sanctioned Gold Star-signing tradition
An old university tradition has emerged with official university backing.
School of Theatre alumna stars on ABC, CW
Laura Kariuki, acting alumna, is signed to serve as a series regular in two network TV shows throughout 2021.
Students and faculty reflect on the life of Florence Birdwell
Florence Birdwell, former professor of voice, died in Yukon, Oklahoma on Feb. 15, 2021. She spent 67 years as a voice teacher on campus, from 1976 to 2013.
OCU alumnus hired as interim production coordinator
An OCU grad will serve as interim production coordinator for the School of Theatre for the spring 2021 semester.
Career Services creates mentorship program
Career Services created a leadership program to connect current students with OCU alumni.
OCU brings back alumnus to coach teams after Harvey’s retirement
The men and women’s soccer teams have a new coach following a 34-year legacy with the previous coach.
Alumni group in Washington D.C. organizes Spring Break program
The Oklahoma City University alumni chapter based in Washington D.C. will offer their first spring break experience in 2020.
Official creates Mass Comm professional advisory board
The OCU Department of Mass Communications has created a new advisory board called the “communications council.”
Homecoming to involve alumni
Homecoming is happening, and this year, it is bigger than ever.
Lambda Chi Alpha house undergoes renovations through alumni donations
The front porch of OCU’s Lambda Chi Alpha chapter is undergoing renovations funded by the group with the help of alumni, including Herman Meinders.
‘Playbill’ deems OCU one of ‘most represented’ on Broadway
Playbill’s annual list of “The 10 Most Represented Colleges on Broadway” was published Sept. 10 and ranked OCU seventh.
Students rehearse for New York showcase, add extra performance
The New York showcase began rehearsing at the beginning of this semester and will continue until early May when they leave for New York.
Alumni share experiences with President Henry
President Robert Henry has supported students through the years with advice, recommendation letters and time.
Students, alumni share negative campus police experiences
A black student said he was racially profiled by campus police last week, causing alumni to share stories of their own.
Officials to host luncheon honoring young, successful alumni
Officials are hosting a “30 Under 30” luncheon during All Alumni Weekend.
Fraternity to celebrate 50th anniversary, host events
The Theta Psi chapter of Kappa Sigma fraternity is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The fraternity will host events April 21 to 23.
OCUNYC event no longer funded by the university
OCUNYC recently hosted its 11th annual workshop in New York City, the first since alumni who host the workshop self-funded the event.
Donors have chance to climb Gold Star building
OCU will allow people to climb up the Gold Star Memorial Building as part of the All-Alumni Weekend April 22-24.
Student Senate rejects bill for alumni event
Student Government Association is asking student organizations to consider budgets when requesting funding.
Officials seek students for leadership group
Alumni relations officials are looking for new students to become members of the Blue Tie Ambassadors.
OKC Zoo to host “wild” career fair
Have you ever dreamed of working at a zoo? If so, the OKC Zoo has a career fair on the wild side just for you.
New alumni relations coordinator hired
University officials recently filled an open position in the alumni relations department.
University officials hire new directors of development
The office of university advancement and external relations has recently hired two new directors of development. Lora Malone and Kassie McCoy will both serve as directors of development, working together to assist donors in making philanthropic gifts to the university. “The director of development positions are designed to provide contact between the university and our…
University-Church Relations recommends donating on “Giving Tuesday”
The OCU Center for University-Church Relations has reminded the campus community that Tuesday, Dec. 2 is “Giving Tuesday.”
