This year marks the 25th anniversary of Sigma Tau Delta English International Honor Society’s art and literary magazine, The Scarab.
University to close early due to weather
The university will close at 1:30 p.m. today due to weather.
Scientists track down meteorite fragments
By Ally Hansen, Staff Writer The meteorite that landed in Russia was made of rock and a small amount of iron. Russian scientists found 53 small meteorites on the surface of a lake and suspect a larger deposit under the water. Approximately 50 people remain hospitalized from the damages. To watch video of the meteor, click here.
Robert Downey Jr. options ‘Black Mirror’ episode
By Amanda Ack, Film Critic Warner Bros. has acquired the film rights to an episode of British sci-fi television series Black Mirror. Robert Downey Jr. is set to produce the picture. For more information on the project, click here.
Anti-smoking legislation dies in committee
A bill to allow municipalities to impose stricter smoking laws died in committee Feb. 18.
Police reports released Feb. 15
DUI and Fail to Stop at a Stop Sign Sunday, 2-10-13 2:55am; NW 23rd and N. Indiana Avenue; Incident # 13-02-012; arrested: Ravi Udai Sharma (no OCU affiliation) passenger: OCU student (not arrested)
Student senators expected to improve meeting decorum
Senators spent more time bickering amongst themselves than doing what they are supposed to do—allocate money to organizations—at the Feb. 5 Student Senate meeting.
Drought heightens need for water conservation, leaves lake nearly empty
The drought that has hung over Oklahoma for the past two and a half years shows no sign of letting up.
Administrators uphold Student Code of Conduct in response to gun control laws
Gun control has become a major issue across the nation. Oklahoma legislators have introduced nearly 30 bills relating to firearms during this legislative session.
University plans closing at 3 p.m.
By Susannah Waite, Editor-in-Chief The university will close at 3 p.m. today due to current weather conditions. Students with classes beginning at 2:30 p.m. are advised to attend class and their professors will dismiss them at 3 p.m., said Kent Buchanan, assistant provost. “We can’t say right now whether the university will be closed any…
Heavy snow impacts university
By Madi Alexander, Web Editor The National Weather Service predicts 3 to 5 inches of snow in Oklahoma City tonight. Snow will continue into the evening and temperatures will remain in the 20s throughout the night. University officials are taking precautions and advising students on how to deal with the winter weather. Students are advised…
Officials propose law school funding agreement
By Susannah Waite, Editor-in-Chief Student leaders from the Student Government Association and the law school have settled their financial feud. Student government and bar association officials resolved their conflict Jan. 26. They are waiting to see if the Student Senate agrees with their compromise. The agreement, which would not take effect until Fall 2013, will…
Board of trustees elects new members
The board of trustees elected Meg Salyer and Willam C. Mee as new members last month.
Columnist explores immigration reform
In the world of politics there is nothing quite like a growing voting bloc to spur political cooperation and change.
SGA sets spring semester budget
Student Senate approved Student Government Association’s Spring 2013 budget at the Jan. 22 Student Senate meeting.
Career Services to host fair
Career Services will host more than 20 area employers at its annual Spring Career Fair on Feb. 12.
Residence Life brings back housing draft for students
Residence Life officials announced that the lottery-style housing assignments will make a comeback this April. It will be the second year of the lottery.
Student senators re-evaluate funding process
Student Senate has spent nearly a third of the allocation money for the semester after three meetings.
State of the students held, sans students
By Rachel Morse, Multimedia Editor The University’s Student Government Association hosted the State of the Student’s annual address at 7pm, Tues. Jan. 29 in the Bass Atrium of the Wanda L. Bass Music Center. SGA intended the event to inform the student body about what their government accomplished last semester and their current plans for the future,…
Editors seek administrative review of alcohol policies
A new restaurant “Rehearsals” is scheduled to open March 2013. The university-owned-property is being leased by the food service company Sodexo.
Officials plan to open restaurant, serve alcohol
Students will be able to purchase alcohol at a campus restaurant scheduled to open later this semester.
University dormitories receive 24-hour gym upgrades
When students returned to their dorms this semester found a surprising new addition—exercise equipment.
Girls gets green light for third season
HBO announced Jan. 25 that Girls would be back for a third season.
SGA president to address student body
By Madi Alexander, Web Editor Student Government Association President Robin Ladd will address the university in the annual State of the Students speech next week. Speaking points will include her administration’s previous accomplishments and goals for the remainder of the academic year. The State of the Students address will be hosted at 7 p.m. in…
State representative aims to eliminate funding for Oklahoma Arts Council
Rep. Josh Cockroft filed a bill to eliminate state funding for the Oklahoma Arts Council within four years.
Medical marijuana bill filed by Okla. senator
Sen. Constance Johnson has filed two bills regarding marijuana possession and usage.
