Student Government Association started the semester with many changes, including the organization’s first-ever executive order in SGA history.
Playbill again recognizes OCU for representation on Broadway
Playbill recognized OCU for being well represented by alumni on Broadway for the second year in a row.
Opinion: New columnist reviews Vietnamese pho restaurant, brands ‘hidden gem’
Columnist Hope Melton reviews local Vietnamese restaurant, Pho Lien Hoa.
Philosophy department hires new professors to fill openings
Joseph “Cody” Weaver and Danielle Karim Cox have temporarily joined the philosophy department.
Dear Ms. Marty Pants: A Bad Advice Column – September 13
Ms. Marty Pants is an expert on life and loves to give back to the community with her acclaimed problem-solving skills.
Campus police officer accused of racial profiling
A faculty member has submitted a grievance of racial profiling and harassment against an OCU police officer.
Film Guild restarts, features movie screenings
OCU’s Film Guild has resumed operations.
Campus adds official esports team, plans matches
OCU’s new esports team plans to form a club and varsity team on campus. The idea for an esports team began when Austin Hogue, music senior, began running videogame tournaments called “Smashcade” last February. “I was approached by some people in the community about holding a big event here on campus,” Hogue said. “I was…
Athletics director recognized as Director of the Year by Sooner Athletic Conference
OCU’s Athletics Director, Jim Abbott, was recently named the Sooner Athletic Conference’s Athletic Director of the Year. SAC athletics directors vote for the recipient of the award annually, and the director with the highest vote count receives the award. This is Abbott’s sixth time receiving the honor. He previously won in 2007-2008, 2008-2009, 2013-2014, 2015-2016,…
Fitness center acquires new equipment, offers fitness classes
The Aduddell Fitness Center received new and upgraded exercise equipment. Josh Hall, assistant director of student life, said the center acquired 15 new pieces of equipment, including new standard treadmills, eco-friendly treadmills, weight machines, barbells, power racks, a stair climber, and a spin cycle bike. “The new equipment has been coming in through waves over…
Dear Ms. Marty Pants: A Bad Advice Column – September 2
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on the issues they face.
Ms. Marty Pants is an expert on life and loves to give back to the community with her acclaimed problem-solving skills. Email any questions to Pants’ secretary at fiacovacci@my.okcu.edu.
OPINION: The Farewell starts with strong premise, fails through lack of development
Columnist Paul Dower reviews “The Farewell.”
INTRODUCTION: New editor-in-chief encourages students to share their stories, communicate
The new Editor-In-Chief of Student Publications, Emily Wollenberg, introduces herself.
New police chief works to improve safety on campus
Rusty Pyle was promoted to chief of police after serving as interim chief since spring. Pyle officially became chief July 1 and was recognized July 17 at a pinning and swearing-in ceremony. “The position was open, and the university had the confidence in me to pick up the job and do what needs to be…
Greek Life officials consider adding new fraternity to campus
Greek Life has an open spot for a new fraternity after the disbanding of Phi Gamma Delta.
New interim provost to improve administration planning
The university’s new interim provost plans to streamline academic planning.
Officials leave OrgSync behind, transition to more streamlined platform
Administrators are looking to engage with students through an updated service, Engage.
New freshmen class radiates positive enthusiasm
The OCU class of 2023 is on campus and they’re ready to start the college life.
Printing future uncertain for Student Publications
Administrators are considering eliminating the printed edition of the student newspaper this year.
University provost, associate provost step down
The transition was announced to faculty in a May 17 email from President Martha Burger.
Religion students to run in UMC election
Religion students are running for election in the United Methodist Church Conference after seeing a lack of young people represented.
TESOL providing undergraduate program for students to teach abroad
The TESOL program is offering a new undergraduate certificate program.
Senior to be head wrestling coach at high school
Cassidy Jasperson, elementary education senior, will be coaching wrestling and teaching classes at Broken Arrow High School this fall.
DEAR CRAZY KAZOO LADY: A BAD ADVICE COLUMN
Crazy Kazoo Lady has life experience and is ready to share it with the world. She’ll answer your questions and give you advice on everyday problems. Email any questions to chawthorne@my.okcu.edu.
Dance seniors share stories of overcoming life challenges
Two dance seniors share their unique college experiences.
Women’s golf team wins SAC championships, proceeds to nationals
This is the Stars’ seventh league championship in the past eight years and their 16th SAC title.
