This past Wednesday, March 22nd, was Ash Wednesday, meaning that the Lenten season is upon us! Lent is a 40-day season celebrated by many Christians to spiritually prepare for the coming of Jesus on Easter. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of this liturgical season known for its fasting and almsgiving. Campus Religious Life sponsored a…
Opinion: CSSA guides us through Lunar New Year
The Chinese Students and Scholars Association explains the intricacies of the Lunar New Year
Oklahoma City hosting local holiday events
School activities will shut down, but Oklahoma City will still be full of holiday events.
Feature Friday: Thanksgiving edition
Mariah Kalka, dance sophomore, shares some of her holiday thoughts and traditions.
OCU Jewish Stars celebrate Sukkot on campus
OCU Jewish Stars sponsored a sukkah on the quad in celebration of Judaism’s holiday of Sukkot.
Valentine’s Day: highs and lows of spreading the love
Few holidays are more contested than Valentine’s Day. For some, it’s an opportunity to remind their loved ones how deeply they care, and spoil them with special gifts and extra attention. For others, the day is no more than a ploy by candy and card companies to up their dwindling sales in the spring. Find out the history behind the holiday, the present celebrations, and how this columnist’s spending her weekend.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebrations in Oklahoma City
OCU will be closed Monday, Jan. 18 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day–but students can still participate in events around the city.
OCU works with national bank on financial research
OCU partnered with Arvest Bank to conduct research surveys about financial security and its link with holiday spending.
On the Town: what to do this weekend in OKC 12/5
Friday, Dec. 5 –Justin Timberlake’s The 20/20 Experience: 8 p.m. at the Chesapeake Energy Arena. Watch one of America’s most famous performers live on stage in a one-night-only spectacular. Tickets can be purchased online. –Paseo Arts District First Friday Gallery Walk: 6-10 p.m. in the Paseo District. Visit 17 galleries featuring the work of over…
Powerful Prose series presents Holiday Bookfest
OCU will present a “Holiday Bookfest” as part of its Powerful Prose series.
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.
On the Town: what to do this weekend in OKC 11/14
Find out the hottest happenings in Oklahoma City this weekend.
Sororities gather for Festive Feast
The campus’s four sororities are coming together to give thanks for sisterhood with their annual Festive Feast.