The lovely music of the Wind Ensemble and Wind Philharmonic will soon fill Oklahoma City Community College’s Visual and Performing Arts Center, 7777 S. May Ave. This event, expected to begin at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, will be a fascinating experience for music lovers and students alike. The rich, warm tones will be heard throughout the hall,…
Opinion: The Flame: A Spooky Story
Luke Barrett provides a spooky tale about a camping trip gone awry.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants: A Bad Advice Column – Oct. 30
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on Halloween festivities, costumes, and how to manage their employee timesheets.
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.
Opinion: Columnist discusses “Monster Mash,” impact on Halloween customs
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci discusses “The Original Monster Mash,” a classic album of spooky, funny music.
School of Music production to feature zombies singing opera
This Halloween season, the OCU campus is facing an infestation of zombies through the second mainstage musical show of the year, “The Zombies of Penzance.”
Esports team wins match, plans campus events
The esports team played their first winning match and continues to play in tournaments.
Spirit squad hosts “Stranger Things”-themed haunted house
Oklahoma City University is in for a scare this Halloween season.
OPINION: Billie Eilish defies expectations in a scary good way
Francesca Iacovacci writes about Billie Eilish’s music and environmentalism.
opinion: Film critic discusses changed opinions of past reviewed films
I’ve lampooned and worshipped a variety of movies on this page, but, for my final column with Student Publications, it’s time I took another look at some of these films in retrospect.
Opinion: Original ‘Halloween’ movie, slasher genre still inferior to other films
You all know what day it is—Halloween. The single day Americans set aside for a cathartic release of paganism.
Housing officials to host ‘Spookfest’ event
Housing officials will host a carnival-like event to celebrate Halloween.
opinion: Columnist reflects on fleeting love of Halloween festivities
Why is there an age limit on trick-or-treating?
Residence life officials plan ‘spooktacular’ Halloween events
Residence life officials are working with RAs to plan Halloween contests and events within dorms.
Dear Crazy Kazoo Lady: a bad advice column
Crazy Kazoo Lady has life experience and is ready to share it with the world. She’ll answer your questions and give you advice on everyday problems. Email any questions to chawthorne@my.okcu.edu.
13 OCU-inspired scary short stories
Everybody knows some typical Halloween tales. The following short stories don’t involve monsters or graveyards, but I’d argue that they are just as scary.
Movies to get into the Halloween spirit
Here’s a look at some of the best movies to watch to get into the Halloween spirit.
Housing to host Halloween laser tag event
Students will get a chance to shoot lasers at each other Halloween night. Housing and Residence Life is hosting Laser Apocalypse to provide a fun and safe entertainment for students.
Walker Hall to host annual Halloween event
Walker will host its 17th annual trick or treat night from 6-8:30 p.m. Oct. 25 throughout the building. Students are encouraged to pass out candy to children.
Clown sightings across country worry students
A regular shopping trip to the mall turned scary when a student caught sight of a clown.
Editors caution against stereotypical Halloween costumes
Halloween is meant to be fun and spooky. It is a time for friends, trick-or-treating, candy, jack-o’-lanterns, haunted houses, and dressing up as something you’re not. Dressing up in costumes and spending time getting ready with friends is the best part about Halloween, but remember to be considerate of others when choosing a costume. Some…
Project 21 wants students to perform in Halloween concert
Project 21 will present a Halloween concert Friday. The concert is free and open to the public. It is scheduled for 8 p.m. in Petree Recital Hall in Kirk- patrick Fine Arts Center. The Halloween concert is one of several concerts Project 21 plans to present this year. “The Halloween concert will be really fun,”…
Baseball team to celebrate Halloween with special game
The baseball team will have a special game to celebrate Halloween. The team is expanding its annual Halloween game fundraiser this year to include the student body. The team is scheduled to host an inter-squad baseball game at 5 p.m. Saturday at Jim Wade stadium. Players will wear costumes throughout the game and spectators are…
5 unique costumes that cannot possibly offend anyone
With Halloween rapidly approaching, students franticly search for the perfect, creative yet cheap costume. No one wants to see another generic ghost, witch, or zombie, but when it comes to dressing as other humans, outfits can easily become offensive. Here are some costume options sure to make their makers stand out in the right way….
Join in on the fun: Halloween activities
Sometimes, students cannot cram the desired amount of Halloween excitement and festivities into one day out of the year. Luckily, OCU and the surrounding community recognize this need and offer holiday celebrations throughout the week. USITT Pie-Your-Professor: The United States Institute for Theatre Technology plans to raise funds by asking students to throw pies in…
Tricks and treats: how to stay safe over Halloweekend
Though Halloween may be a prime time for children, college-age kids at heart still celebrate the ghosts and ghoulies on Oct. 31. Here are some tips for staying safe this weekend.
“Bat Boy: the Musical” opens on campus
Bat Boy: The Musical opens on Friday to help celebrate Halloween on campus. Performances will be at 8 p.m. and midnight Friday, 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday.
