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…
Professors support students during online finals transitions
Professors are adapting final exams to fit an online format.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – Dec. 4
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on dance weigh-ins, gift giving and finals papers.
Ms. Marty Pants is an expert on life and loves to give back to the community with her acclaimed problem-solving skills. Email any questions to Ms. Pants’s secretary at fiacovacci@my.okcu.edu.
Women’s basketball team prepares for next season after championship loss
The women’s basketball team is already looking forward to next season following a National Championship loss.
Dear Crazy Kazoo Lady: a bad advice column
Crazy Kazoo Lady’s last advice column of the semester! As always, email any questions to cahawthorne@my.okcu.edu. Further advice will be given after the summer break.
10 death week distractions
Even with the rapidly approaching final papers, projects and exams, students manage to find time to procrastinate due to a number of distractions.
‘FIRST’ program to host finals celebration
The university’s “FIRST” program will host their second annual finals week celebration.
13 #relatable pictures from movies I haven’t seen
Nobody has time to watch all of these new movies, but we can relate to these photos from them. I added my own captions.
10 end-of-the-semester scenarios told in emojis
Students will use several different methods to make it through this week and finish this insane semester. Here are some illustrated death week stories.
Game night to give students a break
By Kayla McKenna, Staff Writer The Wesley Center will host a game night to give students a break from studying during Finals Week. Game night is free of charge and is open to everyone. It will be hosted from 9 p.m. to midnight May 6 in Watson Lounge in Bishop W. Angie Smith Chapel….
The best places to study in OKC
Finals season is upon us. Many students will lock themselves away in dorm rooms and library cubicles, on blankets on the quad or the back booths of Alvin’s. But sometimes, to really get the full benefit of studying, you need to leave the campus and find your own space. Here are some of the best spots to plug in, tune out, and settle down for a few hours of solid studying in Oklahoma City.
Holiday decorations spread cheer across campus
The OCU campus has turned festive with the advent of the holiday season. Buildings across campus have blossomed with holiday cheer. Take a virtual tour of the bedecked campus with Student Publications.
Stress relief week turned into weeks
Splitting stress relief week into two separate weeks gives students time to study for their finals, while still having the opportunity to participate in stress relieving activities. Stress Relief week includes Pizza Feast, the Food Truck Fair, snacks outside the caf, therapy dogs coming in and Alvin’s offering free coffee after close. Pizza Feast happened…
Number of students studying off campus on the rise
An increasing number of students are heading off campus to study and focus on homework. Some students are opting to drive to local coffee shops or other quiet places rather than utilizing places like the library and study rooms on campus.
Finishing strong: tips to make it through finals
Thanksgiving Break provides a tantalizing teaser to the joys of home: days full of family, naps, television, and home-cooked meals become the reality. But losing motivation during the final weeks of the semester can have a disastrous effect on grades and participation.
Men’s Soccer Advances to Finals
The men’s soccer team beat Texas Wesleyan University 3-2 in double overtime Tuesday. The win advances the men to the Sooner Athletic Conference Tournament finals. The Stars have won eight of their last nine matches. Senior Forward Ruy Vaz gave the Stars an early lead. In the eight minute, freshman Forward Jeffrey Matthews found Vaz…
Stress relief week events scheduled for midterms
Student Activity Council will provide opportunities for study breaks beginning Monday for Stress Relief Week. SAC hosts a Stress Relief Week during midterms and finals to encourage students to take study breaks during exam periods. Midterm exams officially begin Oct. 13.
Resisting the urge: healthy snack habits for hard-core studying
By Lauren Matheny, Lifestyles Editor What you eat while studying can affect your memory, mood, and general well-being. Though it might seem easier to rip open a bag of chips or scarf down a candy bar, making healthful and easy choices can go a long way to energizing students for studying marathons or long days…
Sleep no more: students struggle to find time to rest
By Lauren Matheny, Lifestyles Editor The late spring serves as crunch time for many OCU students. With final exams looming, final performances drawing near, and a lagging sense of focus, sleep is often the last thing students think about during this busy period. However, a restful sleep schedule can build a solid basis for a…
Finishing the school year strong: tips and hints
By Lauren Matheny, Lifestyles Editor While spring semester is drawing to a close, students often feel the need for a productivity boost as focus lags. The end of the school year can bring on bouts of anxiety, fatigue, and procrastination just when students need focus and energy. For seniors, this lack of drive can be…
