Managing Editor Hey everyone! We are so excieted to put out our final edition of The Campus for the 2024- 2025 school year! I hope you all have enjoyed the paper as much as I have! If you are interested in joing the OCU Media team for next year, please reach out to either our…
Laurie Schneider’s Debut Novel Gittel
When Laurie Schneider sat down to do her master’s thesis in American studies, she never dreamed that she would one day share a nearly forgotten chapter of Jewish-American heritage. Her debut novel, Gittel, follows 13-year-old Gittel Borenstein and her family, refugees from the deadly Easter program in Kishinev, who are starting over as farmers in…
OCU Red Earth MFA Alum: Heather Levy Shares Her Journey as an Oklahoman Author
OCU, Red Earth MFA Alum, Heather Levy (Photo/Heather Levy) Oklahoma City University alumna and novelist Heather Levy isn’t afraid to write about the hard stuff and take on storylines that many may deem complex. A graduate of OCU’s Red Earth MFA Program, Levy has carved a distinct space in the literature world for bold, fearless,…
New Student Organization: Sketch Me If You Can
Sketch Me If You Can is a new organization that began operating during the 2025 spring semester. The organization creates comedy skit videos about college life that they post on Instagram. “I was over winter break, and I had a really hard semester last semester,” said Auburn Jameson, president and founder of Sketch Me If…
High Winds Tear Off Walker Hall Roof
Walker Hall Roof Damage (Photo, MediaOCU/Dane Ratton) The morning of Friday, March 14th, the day before spring break had been relatively uneventful. People were packing up and heading out. The wind was a bit high, but no one suspected what it would lead to. “[I was] literally in my room,” said freshman Luke Manchin. “I…
Herman Meinders’ Legacy and Lasting Impact at OCU
Herman and LaDonna Meinders pose for a photo during a formal gathering (Photo/Oklahoma City University) *The following is a student-written tribute expressing personal appreciation for Herman Meinders.* Oklahoma City University is blessed to have a community backed by people whose kindness goes beyond basic donations. One of those individuals is Herman Meinders, an alumnus who…
Writing Workshop: An Insight of the Event
During an impactful interview with Professor James Cooper, The Campus learned many things about the art of writing. Creating a creative voice, critical thinking, and mindful existence are more important in higher education than grades alone. Professor Cooper, a former MFA student, adjunct, author of Moonlit Massacre, and faculty member at OCU, offers students advice…
OCU’s A Soldier’s Play: An Impactful and Important Story
A Scene from A Soldier’s Play (Photo/Bryan Cardinale-Powell) From April 3rd to 5th, Oklahoma City University brought a powerful production to the stage with A Soldier’s Play, a Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Charles Fuller. The production was directed by Brandon Burton, with Jordan Smith serving as assistant director. Set in 1944 at a Louisiana Army…
Bri Bagwell to Headline Legends Pubhouse & Venue May 10
Award-winning country artist Bri Bagwell will perform at Legends Pubhouse & Venue in Chickasha, Oklahoma, on May 10. It’s quickly becoming one of the season’s most highly anticipated performances. With a lengthy list of awards and a bold, self-reliant spirit, Bagwell is still cementing her status as one of country music’s most authentic voices. Bagwell…
Internships: Get Yours Before Summer Sneaks Up
Summer is right around the corner, and while most students are daydreaming about sleeping in, going on trips, or spending more time with friends, something else should be on our radar—internships. Internships are one of the best ways to gain real-world experience while still in school. Whether you are trying to figure out what career…
Celebrating Excellence: OCU’s 2025 Jim Wade Awards
OCU’s Women’s Softball Team at Jim Wade Awards(Photo, MediaOCU/Addy Pepperman) On April 8th, 2025, OCU Athletics held its annual Jim Wade Awards. The Jim Wade Awards recognize and honor the academic and athletic achievements of OCU’s many athletic programs. This year’s ceremony presented over 80 awards and more than 230 coaches and athletes attended. The…
OCU’s Annual NYC Showcase: Class of 2025
In the lusty month of May, thirteen graduating student performers will fly to New York City for this year’s installment of the OCU New York City showcase. The showcase, held at Pearl Studios in midtown Manhattan, will exhibit the talents of freshly minted OCU alumni to the theater industry. The performers will present a staged…
Retro Reels with Dane Rattan: The Great Race
Scene from The Great Race. (Photo/Turner Classic Movies.) Summer break is right around the corner, and that means summer blockbusters are soon to hit theaters. July is a particularly stacked month with a new Jurassic World, the Marvel Cinematic Universe finally introducing the Fantastic Four, and James Gunn’s highly anticipated Superman. Also, a new Smurfs movie…
OKC Local Election: February Results
The recent local elections in Oklahoma City have highlighted changes in the local political landscape. Citizens have seen key positions filled across the city. The results reflect the choices of the electorate and set the stage for the immediate future of Oklahoma City governance. The results of these most recent elections indicate a broad and…
Turning Point OCU: Fostering Dialogue or Dividing the Campus?
OCU Turning Point USA Members at a chapter meeting (Instagram/tpusa_okcu) Turning Point USA, a national nonprofit organization that advocates for conservative views on high school, college, and university campuses, has officially established a chapter at Oklahoma City University. Turning Point USA is a national organization with chapters across college campuses nationwide. According to its website,…
HONOR SONG By Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds
Display of HONOR SONG at OKCMOA. (Photo/Nadia Tallroth) The First American artist, Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds created HONOR SONG, a striking exhibit showcased throughout the Oklahoma City Contemporary Museum of Art. Running from February 20, 2025, to August 4, 2025, his work is open to the public free of charge, offering…
“Light Left On”: Conversations in the Dark
Display of “Light Left On” at OCU Norick Art Center. (Photo/Bryan Cardinale-Powell) “A signal – an invitation – a warning; vacant and possessed. A light left on at night is common but not uncomplicated, like a photograph,” Bryan Cardinale-Powell, Associate Film Professor and Chair at Oklahoma City University describes his work. Currently on display at…
Penelope: A Modern Take on a Timeless Tale
Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park debuted their first musical in 41 years. From February 20, 2025, to March 2, 2025, at the Paseo Indoor Theatre, Penelope took the stage, impressing audiences with a performance led by actress Amanda Lee and accompanied by a five-piece band: Dustin Morningstar (piano), Aaron Michael (violin/music director), Joseph Messick (viola),…
A Pivotal Step: Sophomores Select Their Dance Tracks at Ann Lacy School of Dance
As the spring dance show picked up momentum, the sophomores at the Ann Lacy School of Dance found themselves at a pivotal moment in their careers: choosing their dance tracks. These tracks will determine the direction of their academic focus, and they are currently being decided by the deans and faculty of the school. All…
The Scarab Returns: Sigma Tau Delta Publication coming this Semester
An anthology of creative works published by Sigma Tau Delta is making a comeback this semester. The Scarab is a compilation of student-submitted pieces ranging from poetry, essays, and short stories to photographs, art, and film. The long-running journal gets its title from Oklahoma City University’s original mascot, the scarab beetle. The return of The…
A Weekend of Action in OKC: Parades and Protests
Students, Staff, and Faculty at the annual MLK Parade (Photo/OklahomaCityUniversity) Saturday, February 1st, began a weekend of protests across Oklahoma City. The weekend opened with the MLK parade, a march meant to inspire in memory of civil rights leader, workers’ rights advocate and peace activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The street was blocked off…
Super Bowl LIX: Philadelphia Eagles Secure the Trophy
Super Bowl LIX was a game filled with power and determination, as the Philadelphia Eagles won the 59th Super Bowl. Philadelphia Eagles overwhelmed the Kansas City Chiefs with a score of 40-22. This win marks the Eagles’ second Lombardi Trophy. The first time they won a Super Bowl was in 2018. The Kansas City Chiefs…
The Perfect Snow Day: A Blend of Fun, Comfort, and Warmth
OCU Student, Wachipi Hanelryck and her friends enjoying the snow day (Photo/Wachipi Hanelryck) When snow blankets the campus in a blanket layer of white, students embrace the rare opportunity for a perfect snow day filled with laughter, comfort, and a touch of nostalgia. A snow day offers the ideal mix of outdoor adventure and indoor…
Professor James Cooper’s Best Selling Debut: Moonlit Massacre
Book Cover of Professor James Cooper Debut Novel, Moonlit Massacre. (Photo,MediaOCU/Angel Bell) Oklahoma has a long and rich history of storytelling, with authors like Tulsa native S.E. Hinton, best known for The Outsiders or Oklahoma City native Ralph Ellison, whose novel Invisible Man was included in Time magazine’s list of 100 Best English-Language Novels from…
The Spirit of Denny: A Rooster, A Legacy, and the Heart of OCU Baseball
Baseball is a game of tradition, of heart, of moments that transcend the diamond. At Oklahoma City University, one such moment took the shape of a rooster—a bird that, by some twist of fate, became a living embodiment of a coach who left an indelible mark on the program. Coach Denny Crabaugh was more than…
Camp OCU: Homecoming Celebrates Inclusivity and Community
Coming right around the corner is one of the biggest events of the year: Homecoming! Homecoming is the time of the semester when everyone gets to come together for some fun campus rivalries boosted by the lipsync battle and service. “Every year will look a little different due to having different people on the Executive…
