The School of Theatre will begin offering an MFA in screen acting next semester.
OCU Stripped prepares for online production
OCU Stripped has begun rehearsals for their first production this semester.
Opinion: Chloe x Halle’s “Ungodly Hour” has heavenly vocals
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Chloe x Halle‘s new album “Ungodly Hour.”
New Police Chief Hosts Community Forum
OCU Police Chief Dexter Nelson hosted a virtual forum Sept. 9 to answer questions from the campus community and discuss police presence both on and off campus.
University updates student organization rules, procedures
The university has issued updated protocols for those wanting to host events for student organizations on campus.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a Bad Advice Column – Sept. 23
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on keeping their masks cool, fearing class, and staying in touch with friends.
Dance professor honored as part of “50 Making a Difference” for third year
Jo Rowan recently received an award from the Journal Record.
Volleyball team voted No. 1 in preseason poll
OCU volleyball secured the No. 1 spot in the 2020-21 Sooner Athletic Conference preseason volleyball poll.
Music professors write musical about Mt. Rushmore presidents
Two professors have been hired to write a new historical musical.
Music students respond to new recital policies
Officials from the Wanda L. Bass School of Music have decided junior and senior music recitals will not be able to have audiences this year.
First theatre production of year to open with new guidelines
The first School of Theatre production, “Woe is Me,” opens this weekend.
Local Salon encourages students to donate bras
Students of OCU have a new charity opportunity.
Office of Enrollment Management restructures communications position
The Office of Enrollment Management is shifting to account for the recent departure of Leslie Berger, former senior director of communications.
Professors and students chalk sidewalk to support BLM Scholar Strike
The Oklahoma City University chapter of the American Association of University Professors participated in the nationwide Scholar Strike.
SGA launches initiative to combat photo leaks
Student Government Association launched the Initiative to Combat Revenge Porn in response to students and alumni being targeted on a third-party message board.
Sororities, fraternities create diversity and inclusion positions
OCU’s Greek Life Organizations are adopting diversity and inclusion committees.
Diversity and Inclusion VP hosts informational Zoom meetings
Dr. Talia Carroll, vice president for diversity and inclusion, is hosting a series of Zoom sessions this month to explain the role the new Diversity and Inclusion Office has on campus.
Gallery: Scholar Strike
On Sept. 8, 2020, students and faculty from around the university gathered in an act of solidarity with those whom have died from police brutality in America. The OCU chapter of the American Association of University Professors provided chalk, so people could write the names of the victims on sidewalks around the quad.
Guest artist to direct “I Love Lucy”-themed opera
The School of Music’s upcoming socially distant opera will be led by a guest director.
Law professor publishes book of feminist law readings
An OCU Law professor is publishing her second book.
Campus tech provides resources for digital learning in classrooms
Many of the schools and learning spaces across OCU recently received a technology upgrade.
Student Conduct Board looks for new members
The Student Conduct Board is accepting applications through Sept. 9.
Campus dining removes meal swipe options, adds points for flexibility
Campus dining has made various changes to meal plans.
Instagram page encourages students to vote in elections
A new Instagram page is educating students about voting.
Student theater productions go online
Out of the Box, a student run theater organization, will be announcing some updates for their season over the next couple of weeks.
Film critic reviews ‘Tenet,’ dubs it ‘not the most engaging film’
Columnist Paul Dower reviews the time-bending “Tenet.”
