The editorial board writes down some of their ideas for the new university president, such as improved communication, diversity and inclusion efforts and switching OCU to renewable energy.
Sororities, fraternities create diversity and inclusion positions
OCU’s Greek Life Organizations are adopting diversity and inclusion committees.
OCU chosen to host Oklahoma LGBTQ+ Summit
Oklahoma City University is set to host the eighth annual Freedom Oklahoma College Summit for the first time on Feb. 21.
Broadcast: OCU chosen to host Oklahoma LGBTQ Summit
For the first time, OCU will host the eighth annual Freedom Oklahoma College Summit which focus on LGBTQ advocacy.
OCU to welcome freedmen guest speakers
Guest speakers will be on campus in the upcoming weeks to discuss their legal struggles for tribal membership.
Student surveys Greek Life on LGBTQ+ inclusivity
A student is collecting data about students’ feelings of belongingness in Greek Life.
President Burger to host student listening session
A student listening session will be hosted by President Martha Burger in partnership with Student Affairs from noon-1 p.m. on Wednesday in the Great Hall in Tom and Brenda McDaniel University Center.
Rising Stars outreach event to engage, recruit minority high schoolers
The event will host more than 30 youth, with hopes of doing a follow-up event in late January.
Editorial: Talks of diversity, inclusion need real application in campus affairs
Sometimes diversity and inclusion can be implemented in our lives in simple, yet important ways.
Daughter of Clara Luper to visit campus for civil rights dialogue
The daughter of Clara Luper, Oklahoma City civil rights activist, will visit campus to honor the 60th anniversary of the sit-ins led by her mother.
Native American Society celebrates, crowns Miss Indian OCU
Miss Indian OCU was crowned and the Spring powwow is scheduled for Saturday. A Native American art exhibition is also open on campus through May.
Discussion series continues with book about Comanche tribe, leader
The book by S. C. Gwynne will continue the series’ “War, Not War, and Peace” theme.
Officials to commemorate World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day, a national day of recognition for those suffering from AIDS, is Dec. 1. Founded in 1988, it was the first global health day ever created.
Officials plan Indigenous People’s Day events
President Robert Henry wrote a proclamation Oct. 12, 2015, establishing an official day of celebration for Native American people.
Video: Students participate in Stars Stand for Peace
Students, faculty and community partners came together to celebrate peace through discussions on diversity and inclusion, poetry and artwork.
Annual Spring Powwow to follow Spring Equinox Art Exhibition
OCU’s Native American Society will follow the opening of the Spring Equinox Art Exhibition with its annual Spring Powwow, which now has a competition component.
Black History Month events planned
February is Black History month and the Black Student Association will present a series of events throughout the month to celebrate.
Office of engagement plans diverse events
The office of Student Engagement, Inclusion and Multicultural Programs heads many opportunities outside the classroom that students can participate in.
TED-style talk on diversity scheduled
YWCA hosts TED Talk-style discussion about diversity in Meinders School of Business on April 28.
Clara Luper, American Indian merged with OCULeads
Three scholarship programs coalesced to bring together student leaders from diverse backgrounds.
Physician Assistant Program hosts panel
The Physician Assistant Program will host a panel on diversity in healthcare.
