SGA released a list of DEI initiatives last semester. These initiatives were developed by SGA with student collaboration.
Powwow and land Acknowledgement shed light on native roots
This year’s Spring Powwow occurred while the university works on the implementation of an official land acknowledgment.
Q&A: Powell shares his love of OCU
Powell served as the SGA president for the 2021-2022 year. Reid Powell is set to graduate this May, with a B.A. in Political Science.
Evans officially recognized as university president
After much delay President Evans was inaugurated on April 7. Campus, state and cultural leaders attended the event in support.
University to take action to improve exterior lighting
According to university officials, the campus lighting is not good enough. Improper lighting makes it more difficult to deter crime.
Editorial: OCU’s future was female, but what about now?
Three years ago, Student Publications put out a print issue declaring “OCU’s future is female!” Three years later, each of those women in those positions have been filled by men. What should OCU do moving forward?
SGA completes first phase of gender-neutral bathroom upgrades
Student Government Association installed new gender-neutral bathroom signs in several places on campus.
Editorial: Why students should pay attention to SGA
Editors urge students to get invested in Student Government Association.
No education without representation
The editorial board discuss the lack of student and staff representation on the Presidential Search Committee.
SGA creates initiative promoting mental health awareness
On Feb. 23, OCU’s Student Government Association announced the Let’s Talk initiative to increase mental health resources and awareness on campus.
Re-elected SGA president, vice president devoted to communication, transparency, advocacy
Reid Powell, Student Government Association president, and Brittany Wyatt, SGA vice president were re-elected after running unopposed in the recent race.
Gallery: Stressed Spelled Backwards is Desserts
On Thursday, Jan. 21, the Student Activities Committee hosted an event outside the Caf in Tom and Brenda McDaniel University Center to promote university counseling, tips for reducing stress, and living a healthy lifestyle. They also handed out free pie!
Student organizations prepare safe events for spring
Student organizations are providing connections in digital and COVID-19 policy compliant ways during the spring semester.
SGA inaugurates new president, vice president
Newly inaugurated SGA executives plan to continue the work of last semester’s SGA administration.
Student committee offers ballot notarization for students
Students have prepared to make their voices heard in government.
Letter to the Editor: SGA VP encourages OCU to value student input
Reid Powell, SGA vice president, writes about the importance of student representation in the search for a university president.
Update: Presidential search firm hosts forums
The search firm chosen by the Presidential Search Committee recently hosted virtual stakeholder forums.
SGA donates budget to COVID-19 fund
A breakdown of SGA’s inaugurations, online transition, and budget donation.
SGA Vice President-elect prepares for future semesters
Reid Powell, political science sophomore, plans to increase student impact as the newly announced SGA vice president.
OCU offers credit/no-credit option
OCU officials recently decided to offer a credit/no-credit option for the spring semester due to the remote learning adjustment caused by COVID-19.
Dining services consider replacing Chick-fil-A
OCU’s food service company Chartwells is considering replacing the university’s Chick-fil-A restaurant with a new food service called Bowl Life.
New SGA president runs unopposed, wins
Abby Banks won the position of Student Government Association President by acclamation.
Students given updated access to printers across campus
New printers with updated software are being installed in multiple buildings, including resident hall lobbies.
Gender-Inclusive housing planned for Fall 2021
Last semester, Student Senate drafted and passed a resolution on gender inclusion in OCU housing.
Students, officials share opinions on police chief finalists
The Chief of Police Search Committee recommended the two candidates out of 32 applicants after months of a national search authorized by President Martha Burger.
Editors affirm the importance of gender inclusive housing
The editors encourage campus officials to support gender-inclusive housing measures.
