On Feb. 18, Oklahoma City University had the privilege of hosting its annual spring powwow in the Henry J. Freede Wellness and Activity Center. The Oklahoma City Princesses Honor Powwow took place from 2-10 pm and was sponsored by the Changing Winds Cultural Society. The powwow was hosted by the OCU Office of Diversity, Equity…
Powwow and land Acknowledgement shed light on native roots
This year’s Spring Powwow occurred while the university works on the implementation of an official land acknowledgment.
Oklahoma City University 2022 Spring Powwow
Oklahoma City University and the University of Central Oklahoma hosted the annual Spring Powwow on April 16 in in the Freede Wellness Center.
Diversity and inclusion vice president finalists named
Finalists have been selected for the inaugural position of vice president of diversity and inclusion and will speak in open forums.
OCU to welcome freedmen guest speakers
Guest speakers will be on campus in the upcoming weeks to discuss their legal struggles for tribal membership.
Editors encourage students to attend multicultural events, celebrations
The editors write about thee importance of attending multicultural events.
Update: SGA president signs resolution to suspend Kappa Sigma, Alpha Phi
Student Government Association President Trae Trousdale decided to sign the resolution calling for the suspension of Alpha Phi and Kappa Sigma.
SGA senators write resolution calling for suspension of Kappa Sigma, Alpha Phi after racial slur
Members of multicultural organizations are speaking out after Kappa Sigma members used a racist team name at a philanthropy event.
Native American Society celebrates, crowns Miss Indian OCU
Miss Indian OCU was crowned and the Spring powwow is scheduled for Saturday. A Native American art exhibition is also open on campus through May.
Annual Spring Powwow to follow Spring Equinox Art Exhibition
OCU’s Native American Society will follow the opening of the Spring Equinox Art Exhibition with its annual Spring Powwow, which now has a competition component.
Students to host 10th annual Pow Wow
The Native American Society will celebrate community, spirituality and culture at its 10th annual Spring Contest Pow Wow.
Indian taco sale canceled
The Native American Society’s Indian taco sale that was set for Sept. 25 was canceled. The cancellation occurred because of issues with where the food could be prepared, said Brianna Hillebrand, cell and molecular biology senior and president of NAS. The Indian tacos are usually prepared in the kitchen of Watson Lounge in Bishop W. Angie…
Native American Heritage Week begins
The Native American Society is hosting Native American Heritage Week this week.
Comanche tribe member, sophomore named Miss Indian OCU
Judges named Victoria Korrect, political science sophomore, Miss Indian OCU on March 5.
