Officials from each school at OCU have adjusted the classroom experience to accommodate for new COVID-19 policies.
EOC updates university guidelines for COVID-19
The Emergency Operations Committee put together guidelines for students, staff and faculty to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a Bad Advice Column – Aug. 19
In her grand return, Ms. Marty gives students advice on facial hair, snacking, and mask etiquette.
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Opinion: Adam LaPorte’s “Sad Songs” a reminder of the good things
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews the new song “Sad Songs” by Adam LaPorte, featuring the Music and Theater class of 2020.
Cheerleading chemistry senior prepares for life in civil engineering
Ellissa Bailey, chemistry senior, is making her voice heard in the worlds of science and government.
Opinion: Examining Zoom relationships through the lens of “Unfriended”
Columnist Troy Freeman reviews the horror movie “Unfriended.”
Sophomore Golfer named Women’s Golfer of the Year
Natalie Gough, business sophomore, was awarded Sooner Athletic Conference’s women’s golfer of the year.
Senior chases opportunity, performs in online showcase
Lily Hickey, theater and performance senior, was featured on BroadwayWorld in a virtual showcase.
Sophomore promotes interfaith initiatives on campus
Mikel Kendrick, acting sophomore, was selected as a coach for the Interfaith Youth Core.
Housing services move on-campus students to Cokesbury
Housing and Residence Life has been implementing safety precautions for students still on campus.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – May 6
Ms. Marty Pants gives students advice on distraction, motivation, and online graduation.
New basketball coach prepares for next semester
Tim Kisner has been named the new head coach for the men’s basketball team.
Campus Leadership Award honor largest number of outstanding students, faculty yet
The winners of OCU’s 2020 Campus Leadership Awards have been announced.
Opinion: Columnist finds Fiona Apple’s new album honest, freeing
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews Fiona Apple’s new album, “Fetch the Bolt Cutters.”
Music senior pursues psychological research
Blake Moore, music senior, is perfecting his creative and logical talents.
Student Activities Council hosts online activities
Recently, the Student Activities Council hosted a TikTok Wars competition for students to participate in from all over the country.
Annual film showcase scheduled for livestream
The film students’ annual film showcase will be livestreamed for the first time.
Nursing School donates masks, gloves to local hospitals
Kramer School of Nursing donated all of their supplies to St. Anthony’s Hospital and Integris Hospital.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – Apr. 29
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on going outside, crushes, and screen usage.
Honorary commencement to occur online, working group deciding in-person date
On April 24, President Martha Burger announced an honorary virtual commencement ceremony will take place on May 9.
Maymester classes moved online
Maymester classes are going to be conducted online this year.
Professors support students during online finals transitions
Professors are adapting final exams to fit an online format.
BA Theatre sophomores create online theatrical experience
The BA theatre and performance sophomores will be hosting an interactive theatre experience on social media.
Opinion: Essential businesses for the Oklahoman
Columnist Hope Melton explains some interesting inclusions in Oklahoma’s essential business policies.
Senior prepares for career in education, English
Natalie Gregg, English/education senior, aspires to teach the next generation about literature.
OCU offers online counseling sessions
OCU Counseling Services is now offering remote counseling sessions because of OCU’s indefinite closure due COVID-19.