Students have the opportunity to donate their unused prepaid meals to provide lunch for the homeless in Oklahoma City.
Campus crime report released
Burglary is still the most highly reported crime on campus, according to the annual security and fire report. The report, released Sept. 30, is required by The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. The act, a consumer protection law passed in 1990, requires all universities that receive federal funding…
Weathering winter driving in OKC
Coming from the icy tundra of Wisconsin, I thought driving during the Oklahoma winter would be easy. But the recent stream of winter weather had me brushing up my skills. Here are some tips for driving in the ice and snow.
University closes due to inclement weather
The main campus and the School of Law will be closed March 4 due to inclement weather. The closing was announced through a Blue Alert that was sent out to students, faculty and staff around 11 p.m. March 3. Keep checking MediaOCU for more updates.
OKC Zoo to host “wild” career fair
Have you ever dreamed of working at a zoo? If so, the OKC Zoo has a career fair on the wild side just for you.
What to do in OKC this weekend–Valentine’s Special
The most entertaining events off-campus to liven up your Valentine’s weekend.
Law School moves to new downtown location
OCU’s School of Law is “going forward” with their new location at 800 N. Harvey Ave in downtown Oklahoma City.Law students began classes this semester at the new school.
No water on campus
There is no water on campus due to a water main break in Oklahoma City. The water main is shut down to make necessary repairs. OCU has an emegernecy feed that is designed to feed the physicial plant that can supply water to most of campus. Mark Clouse, director of facilities, said in a Jan. 15…
Members of Red Earth Creative Writing program present readings
Members of the Red Earth Creative Writing MFA program will present two literary readings in January.
Chemistry lab renovation plans revealed
Students required to take chemistry as a part of their degree will have the opportunity to learn in upgraded laboratories.University officials unveiled the $2.2 million renovation plan to current chemistry laboratories in the Dawson-Loeffler Science and Mathematics building at an Oct. 22 trustee meeting.
On the Town: what to do this weekend in OKC 11/14
Find out the hottest happenings in Oklahoma City this weekend.
On the Town: What to do this weekend in OKC 10/31
It’s officially time to celebrate autumn in OKC! Take advantage of the many events going on in the city this weekend.
On the Town: what to do in OKC this weekend 10/24
Your guide for what to do in Oklahoma City and beyond this weekend.
On the Town: what to do in OKC this fall break
Saturday, 10/18 —OKC HORRORFEST The Damaged All-Night Horror Film Marathon: begins at 8 p.m. at District House in the Plaza District. The OKC film club presents their second annual night of horror. Classic and cult horror movies will be shown on the big screen at District House, with a wide variety of movies to please every…
On the Town: what to do this weekend in OKC 10/3
By Lauren Matheny, Web Editor Get off campus this weekend and enjoy the first weekend of fall weather in Oklahoma City! Friday, Oct. 3 -The Oklahoma Regatta Festival: 6 to 10 p.m., Oct. 2-5 in the Boathouse District. The five day event celebrates rowing, kayaking, dragon boating and more on the Oklahoma River. Events will include…
School of Theatre dean and alumnus host “Grapes of Wrath” talk
Brian Parsons, associate dean of the OCU School of Theatre, will host a reception and pre-show discussion with Donald Jordan, founding Artistic Director of CityRep Theatre, for the current production of John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath. The event will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Sept. 17 in the Wanda Bass Atrium inside the Wanda L….
OCU Hall of Honor will induct business, community leaders
Oklahoma City University’s Meinders School of Business will induct five business and community leaders into the OCU Hall of Honor during the 28th annual Oklahoma Commerce and Industry Hall of Honor luncheon on Oct. 29 at the Cox Convention Center. The annual luncheon is organized to honor members of the local business community. Proceeds benefit the…
Local transgender candidate heads for historic House race
Julia Sophia, one of two Democratic candidates running for a House seat in District 88, could make history as the first transgender legislator to take office in the US. District 88 lies near the heart of Oklahoma City, including the Paseo and Plaza districts. Julia Sophia is running against Jason Dunnington, an Oklahoma City University visiting…
University hosts OCU Week at the Museum
The OCU Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning will host “OCU Week at the Museum,” from Sept. 9-14 at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. All faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend the museum for free (OCU ID is required for entry). Currently, the museum is featuring the exhibit: “Gods and Heroes:…
“Let’s Talk About It” book series focused on Oklahoma crime novels
The 2014 “Let’s Talk About It” book discussion series will feature novels of investigative crime taking place in Oklahoma. The first discussion will take place at 7 p.m. on Sept 9 in Walker Center room 151, and will feature the novel “The Old Buzzard Had It Coming,” by Donis Casey. At each session in the…
New dining/shopping development under construction on 23rd
The revival of the Uptown 23rd District will continue with a new business and retail development. Land Run Commercial Real Estate Advisors purchased a vacant warehouse on the corner of Walker and 23rd Street. They have titled the development The Rise. Construction and refurbishment has already begun on the site. The 45,000 square foot property…
Oklahoma City Public School District closes, citing “extreme cold”
The Oklahoma City Public School District closed schools Friday, Jan. 24 due to extremely cold temperatures. The announcement was made at 5:30 a.m. Friday morning, after consideration of the temperature and forecast for the day. Rod McKinley, OKC Schools Chief HR Officer, spoke to News Channel 4 this morning about the decision. “It was actually…
Columnist expresses excitement about return of Thunder player Westbrook
The past week has been filled with the rumbling of earthquakes.
Many people are blaming the practice of fracking. But not me. I know the real reason.
The cause of all these earthquakes is none other than Russell Westbrook.
Storm Chaser Author in OKC for Book Signing
Storm Chaser Greg Johnson will be signing copies of his new photography book, “Blown Away: A Year through the lens of The Tornado Hunter” at 6:30 p.m. today, November 27, 2012 at Full Circle Bookstore, located at 1900 Northwest Expressway. Johnson, 42, is a fairly new when it comes to storm chasing, but he is…
Reduxion Theatre Company presents Richard III
By Brianna Bohland, Staff Writer Reduxion Theatre Company brings an unusual and unexpected presentation of Shakepeare’s Richard III, bringing it from 15thcentury to 20th century. The modernized version of the classic tragedy includes occasional musical numbers, such as Radiohead’s “Paranoid Android.” The classic to contemporary take on Richard III will be performed Thursday, Friday, and…
Local high school students hospitalized after being trapped in elevator
Three students at Classen School of Advanced Studies, 1901 N. Ellison Ave., were rescued from an elevator shaft this morning.
