Wi-Fi on the OCU campus is very weak, and in some places it is even nonexistent.
New food provider falls short of improved expectations
We have a long way to go until this year is up, and hopefully changes will continue to be made as far as dining at OCU goes.
Columnist encourages students to give loved ones space
Since my freshman year, I have noticed an increase in a community feel here at OCU, and that was evident at the move-in process at Walker Hall.
Students challenged to impact the environment in positive manner
It’s on us to fix what we’ve done to the earth before it chooses to eliminate us.
Columnist abroad commends efforts to learn a new language
Anyone who is trying to learn a new language is trying, and deciding to do it the hard way.
Columnist discusses writer’s block as a common form of anxiety
Writer’s block is definitely real, and it’s a form of anxiety, according to an article by Lisa Duchene at Penn State.
Columnist abroad discusses ‘explosive celebration’ in Valencia
Fallas is an explosive celebration, and I mean that literally. If you think of the Fourth of July when you think of fireworks, Fallas tops that.
Columnist discusses differences between Oklahoma, her home state
Going back home is always strange, and I really start to notice the differences between being at home and being in Oklahoma City.
Columnist abroad visits Paris, realizes the extent of her Spanish integration
I decided it was time to try exploring the rest of Europe, starting with Paris. I mean, why on earth wouldn’t I? It’s so close and so easy.
Columnist discusses leggings as pants, dressing for success
I have never been on the “leggings count as pants” team. Everybody can wear what they want, that’s fine, but for me, on my body, leggings do not count as pants.
Spain still feels magical, even when columnist finds home
You only need to see the familiar from a different perspective, and things become surreal.
Columnist answers frequently asked questions
Please enjoy these introduction conversations sampled from my first two years living in Oklahoma.
Columnist studying abroad finds Spanish lover
If my hyperventilating that day didn’t make it clear to the rest of the USAC group that I’m an art major, I don’t know what else would.
Columnist stresses importance of passion in commitment
So, commitment without passion is simply an obligation. But when passion is added, desire drives commitment. Isn’t that spectacular?
Columnist discusses the American imperialistic mindset
The hard truth of it is, yes, you’re an American, but so is everyone else on this continent. Congratulations. You might be an American, but that certainly isn’t your nationality.
Columnist studying abroad debunks Spain stereotypes
Culture shock is a necessary experience. It is why studying abroad is so vital to understanding that the world is different and that we should not be afraid.
10 things students can do instead of packing
Packing sucks, so here are 10 things students can do instead of packing up their stuff to go back home.
Columnist explains the concept of simple living
To live a simple life means to be present and empowered, to make the choice to create a life you love without clutter.
Editor encourages students to look for support to handle fear
When you are afraid, look to your support system for love, don’t look for hate, and don’t let fear destroy you.
Women shave for different reasons, not just for men
What do you think? If you’re a women, do you shave your legs because you feel you have to, or because you like to? Or maybe you don’t shave your legs at all.
Editor calls for end to inflammatory rhetoric toward Muslims
We should not accept intolerant rhetoric that says all Muslims need to be watched any more than we should accept rhetoric that says all Westerners should be blown up.
Columnist explains, rejects equal rights for pedophiles
I never thought I would live in a society where people fight for the equal rights of pedophiles.
Editor recounts tornado experience, thanks dead iPod
It’s frustrating when a battery dies, unless it saves your life.
Feminism: In all seriousness
I’m afraid people won’t take me seriously. But there are a lot of reasons why feminism isn’t women shouting about trivial problems.
Columnist discusses benefits of random acts of kindness
Matthew 6:4 reads, “Give your gifts in private, and your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.”
Editor encourages use of counseling services
There is nothing redeemable about the loss of a young life, but this is a wake-up call that there may be people around us who are suffering and need our support.
