EStatements like “Academic Weapon.” or “I’m locked in.” can be heard by the thriving students of Oklahoma City University. I know my friends and I are guilty of it. This mentality is almost like a badge of honor, where you’re powering through exhaustion, stress, and anxiety to reach your desired goals. In today’s fast-paced world,…
Lambda Chi Supports Youth Mental Health and Food Security
Starting on March 6th, OCU’s chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha began their philanthropy week supporting Feeding America and the JED Foundation. These organizations support food security and young adults’ mental health. The Lambda brothers held all events all week in support of these causes! Monday was “Chopped Ice” where snow cones were sold outside the…
OCU students and alums reflect on memories of last four years
From midnight breakfast, to ice storm, to stolen property, OCU students have accrued a wide variety of memories from their time in college.
SGA creates initiative promoting mental health awareness
On Feb. 23, OCU’s Student Government Association announced the Let’s Talk initiative to increase mental health resources and awareness on campus.
Diversity Office finishes weekly series on mental wellness
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion recently completed a Wellness Wednesday campaign.
Gallery: Stressed Spelled Backwards is Desserts
On Thursday, Jan. 21, the Student Activities Committee hosted an event outside the Caf in Tom and Brenda McDaniel University Center to promote university counseling, tips for reducing stress, and living a healthy lifestyle. They also handed out free pie!
University condenses spring ’21 semester
OCU has condensed the spring 2021 semester to continue mitigating the spread of COVID-19 while the university is open.
OCU offers online counseling sessions
OCU Counseling Services is now offering remote counseling sessions because of OCU’s indefinite closure due COVID-19.
Clara Luper scholar plans to start non-profit
Destini Carrington, psychology senior, is working to better herself and her community every day.
Editorial: Students encouraged to seek help for sensitive issues
The editors encourage students to seek information about sensitive issues for themselves and others in need.
Opinion: Columnist reviews music artist’s posthumous album, “Circles”
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Mac Miller’s posthumous album.
Campus counselors report increased number of calls, appointments
Counseling officials say that calls to make appointments have increased this year from previous years.
Oklahoma ranked fifth saddest state in U.S.
Oklahoma was ranked fifth saddest on a finance website’s list of happiest states.
Editorial: Editors encourage students to focus on emotional health
Mental health and wellness are pressing social issues with different stigmas and stipulations.
University counselors encourage stress relief during finals week
The university counselors promote stress relief during finals week by brining therapy dogs to campus. Brandi Gibson, director of university counseling, said the best way to relieve stress is to maintain a healthy diet and sleep regularly throughout the semester.
Counselors, students promote mental health awareness
Students and university officials are working to establish better mental health services and access on campus. Brandi Gibson, director of university counseling, serves at the director of the behavior intervention team. Click here to read more on the team’s objectives and members. “I provide feedback regarding mental health issues if there’s a student in question…
