When someone says spring in Oklahoma, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Looking beyond allergy season and swatting past the new batch of bugs, there is a promise of new adventure in the air. When it comes to campus life, there are many entertaining activities just around the corner, utilizing the warmer…
OCU ODEI Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day, observed annually on the second Monday of October, celebrates the immense contributions the indigenous community has made to society. It serves to honor the resilience, contributions, struggles and successes of this community in the past, present and future. Instituted in 1992 in Berkeley, California, the observation eventually spread throughout numerous cities and…
Lemon Lecture Speaker Hosts Student Session
On September 12, Oklahoma City University hosted author, sociologist, and professor Matthew Desmond as their distinguished speaker in accordance with the Martha Jean Lemon Speaker Series. The Speaker Series features annual events to provide academic enrichment to the OCU community and beyond. Desmond, a Pulitzer Prize winner for Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American…
Lambda Chi Supports Youth Mental Health and Food Security
Starting on March 6th, OCU’s chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha began their philanthropy week supporting Feeding America and the JED Foundation. These organizations support food security and young adults’ mental health. The Lambda brothers held all events all week in support of these causes! Monday was “Chopped Ice” where snow cones were sold outside the…
Blast from the Past: Smoke-free Lungs Keep Love Lives Ablaze
Did you know? On March 12, 1927, the Oklahoma City University Gymnasium was abuzz with excitement for the Scarab Queen Beauty Pageant’s Stunt Night. The night featured twenty-three incredible contestants and was heavily supported by various clubs, fraternities, and sororities, making it an event to remember. On March 15th, 1926, students at OCU initiated their…
New Rules Cause Sorority to Stop Raising Funds for Ovarian Cancer in Honor of Late Sister
Oklahoma City University’s Gamma Phi Beta honored the life of a passed sister through their annual National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Philanthropy Week for the last time the week of March 24th. Events occurred all week, ranging from food to activities supporting the NOCC. Bondi Bowls was on campus Monday while a kickback took place at…
April Activities: Best On Campus Events This Month
Check out these awesome upcoming events! Saturday 4/8: ODEI Volunteer Project Monday 4/10: OCU Easter Celebration Tuesday 4/11: Jewish American Celebration Wednesday 4/12: Campus Leadership Awards Thursday 4/13: DARE to Grow Multicultural Night Saturday 4/15: Student Leadership Summit Thursday 4/20: SAC Summer Send Off Friday 4/21: Blue Key Honor Society Spring Sing Saturday 4/22: OKConnect…
Fasting for Spiritual Growth; Ramadan Begins
Considered one of the holiest months of the year for the Muslim community, March 23 marks the ninth month of the lunar calendar and the beginning of Ramadan. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from food and drink, including water during the sunlit hours of the day. This means they only eat or drink prior to dawn…
Blast from the Past: OCU Nominates Dumbest, Smartest, And More!
Did you know? Feb 11, 1929 – Angered students nearly staged a walkout after finding out their first semester grades were reduced by “too many cuts”. A good number of these students had apparently thought that they had passed only to find failures on their cards due to excessive absences. Feb 21, 1930 – Instruments…
“Educational, Informative, and Simply Fun”: Black History Month 2023
The end of February consequently results in the end of Black History Month, a nationally recognized celebration that pays tribute to the contributions of generations of African Americans and black individuals despite the adversity they faced in American society. First celebrated as only a week-long endeavor in 1926, Black History Month reached its current duration…
March Madness: Best On Campus Activities This Month
Explore Some of Our Favorite Events Happening on Campus This Month! Tues. 3/7 Women in Leadership Lunch and Panel Wed 3/8 International Women’s Day ODEI International Women’s Day Movie Night Mon 3/13 Start of SPRING BREAK!! Fri 3/17 End of Spring Break St. Patrick’s Day Mon 3/20 ODEI Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Presentation Wed…
Law School hosts conference on criminal justice reform
The event was an opportunity for judges, officers, lawyers, officials, and civic leaders to speak on problems in the criminal justice system.
Editorial: Editors admonish creation of anti-trans state senate bill
The editors urge students to oppose anti-trans legislation in Oklahoma.
Opinion: Essential businesses for the Oklahoman
Columnist Hope Melton explains some interesting inclusions in Oklahoma’s essential business policies.
Students encouraged to vote in primary election
With the United States primary officially beginning, faculty are encouraging students to become active participants in the political process.
Editorial: Students, faculty encouraged to attend Summit, support LGBTQ+
The editors encourage students attend the upcoming Freedom Oklahoma College Summit, an opportunity to lear about LGBTQ+ advocacy.
Opinion: Columnist reminisces on top exploration spots in Oklahoma
Columnist Hope Melton lists five of her must-visit spots in Oklahoma.
Oklahoma state elections elect alumni, involve current students
The elections took place on Nov. 7. Republican Kevin Stitt was elected governor of Oklahoma and will replace republican Mary Fallin in office.
KAPPA SIGMA WINS HOMECOMING FOR SECOND YEAR
The men of Kappa Sigma celebrated their victory Saturday in Abe Lemons Arena in Henry J. Freede Wellness and Activity Center after taking first place in the banner competition, third place in spirit structure, second place in Lip Sync, and first place in the sweepstakes award.
Editorial: Editors encourage students to focus on emotional health
Mental health and wellness are pressing social issues with different stigmas and stipulations.
‘Playbill’ deems OCU one of ‘most represented’ on Broadway
Playbill’s annual list of “The 10 Most Represented Colleges on Broadway” was published Sept. 10 and ranked OCU seventh.
University president recognized in career services for more than a decade
The Career Services Center, where students can go for help with resumes, internships and career selection is named after Martha Burger, the current president of OCU.
Dining officials celebrate caf grand reopening, plan new programs
During the summer, the space was given new flooring, paint, light fixtures, furniture, and decorations. Televisions also were mounted on the walls to show calorie counts and menu items.
First theater performance of season to highlight female performers
The first theater performance of the fall season will be the Stage II production of Uncommon Women and Others by Wendy Wasserstein.
Student opera performance group returns after three years
OPERAtions is a student opera company that was reintroduced this semester for the first time since 2015.
Feminist art exhibit showcased at Norick Art Center
Take a Seat was curated by Jarica Walsh, an Oklahoma artist, and Trina Kopacka and Cayla Lewis, arts management professionals.
