One thing OCU students are unfortunately well acquainted with is burnout, which will not be helped in these final two weeks as we begin to wrap up this semester. As outgoing seniors begin to prepare for their lives in the “real world” and returning students prepare to embark on countless summer adventures, remember to take…
Editorial: Need for transparent communication grows
Transparency is commonly lacking across the campus of Oklahoma City University, especially regarding campus safety and administration addressing those matters. Recently, OCU was featured in the news after a break-in on campus, yet no mention of the event was made to students. However, greater than the lack of communication is the lack of action taken…
Editorial: OCU is defined by its close community
The campus community that Oklahoma City University has is unique and is spurred on by two main factors: the small size of the school and students supporting students. Between performance majors that allow students to showcase their talents through productions, the twenty-two different sports the university offers, the countless clubs and student organizations that allow…
Staying in control at “over committed university”
Mental, physical, and emotional health is an extremely important aspect to thriving, not only as a student but as a person, so as the spring semester of the 2023-24 academic year begins, remember to prioritize yourself. Oklahoma City University holds the true but not so endearing nickname of “Over Committed University,” which can be seen…
Editorial: Graduating class leaves its mark at OCU
We hope that every graduate moves on into their next phase of life with the same determination they applied obtaining their degree at OCU.
Editorial: Health and safety must be a university priority
Our university culture must be one that fosters transparency and dialogue on these difficult subjects.
Editorial: The Ukraine conflict reveals flaws in media consumption
The media must not be used as a weapon of war. We call on the university community to exercise caution when consuming information.
Editorial: Celebrate the history of Alumnae with us this month
We should be proud of the history of our alumnae. Women have the right to make history.
Editorial: We must improve our infrastructure
The university has a number of infrastructure-related problems. We call the university to address these problems.
Editorial: Educators must be valued
Student Publications calls for systematic change in the education system.
Editorial: To surviving a year without precedent
The editors at Student Publications wanted to thank the campus community for making it through and unprecedented year.
Editorial: OCU’s future was female, but what about now?
Three years ago, Student Publications put out a print issue declaring “OCU’s future is female!” Three years later, each of those women in those positions have been filled by men. What should OCU do moving forward?
Editorial: Our wish list for the new university president
The editorial board writes down some of their ideas for the new university president, such as improved communication, diversity and inclusion efforts and switching OCU to renewable energy.
No education without representation
The editorial board discuss the lack of student and staff representation on the Presidential Search Committee.
Editorial: Editors reflect on a year of OCU’s COVID policies
The editors look back on OCU’s COVID-19 policies to see what went right and what went wrong.
Editorial: Editors urge OCU to improve communication with students
The editorial board encourages the university to improve communication with students, especially during times of crisis
Editorial: What to do on Valentine’s Day during a pandemic
Editors urges students to celebrate Valentine’s Day safely this year.
Editorial: Editors admonish creation of anti-trans state senate bill
The editors urge students to oppose anti-trans legislation in Oklahoma.
Editors urge students to continue to push change
The editors encourage students to continue political action and activism.
Opinion: Officials should ease ESA application policies
The editors suggest the university ease its rules for Emotional Support Animal applications
OCU must maintain fairness in Title IX hearings
The editors underline the importance of equity and support in Title IX cases.
Editorial: Black Lives Matter
The editors write in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Editorial: Fellow students, We can do this if we try
The editors encourage students to follow guidelines in order to help keep the community safe.
Editorial: Editors Support Black Lives Matter
This editors support the Black Lives Matter movement.
Editorial: Students should support peers’ new work
The editors encourage students to support their peers’ work, even if it’s not familiar.
Editorial: Editors address participation in diversity, inclusion survey
The editors encourage students to make their voices heard through every possible avenue.
