In the tapestry of womanhood, the thread of black womanhood weaves a complex and often misunderstood narrative. As a black woman myself, I’ve faced these challenges firsthand. From the echoing footsteps of history to the everyday struggles we face, being a black woman is a deeply personal journey that many people don’t understand. One of…
Becoming Bejeweled: Taylor Swift, Body Image, and My Daughter’s Inspiration
“This is the moment of truth,” I said, peering at my husband in the passenger seat. Dread and apprehension knotted within me as I continued, “Am I really going into church without my pants on?” From the backseat, my six-year-old daughter, always attentive, joyfully exclaimed, “Of course you are, Momma!” It all started innocently enough,…
Under Construction … and Water: Methodist Hall Update
For the bulk of the past two weeks, the residency building known as Methodist Hall has been undergoing two maintenance updates and has been housing more than just students. Tools, machinery, equipment and a porta-potty have taken residence outside the student housing. What exactly are these construction jobs, and where are they taking place? A…
Be Aggressive: A Hilarious Journey of Healing and Resilience
The story of a high school cheerleader dealing with grief and healing in Be Aggressive offers an insightful look at family dynamics, resilience and the need for escape. This dramatic comedy, written by Annie Weisman, takes place in the sunny community of Vista Del Sol in southern California. The story focuses on Laura, a…
Celebrate ‘Pie with Alpha Chi’
On Feb 16, Alpha Chi Omega held a Pie Night fundraising for their philanthropy — domestic violence awareness and support for survivors. During the event, there was a plethora of treats ranging from pies, cakes, cookies, muffins, chocolate-covered assortments and much more. The beautifully decorated house was filled with many sisters from various sororities and…
Dusty and the Big Bad World: Exploring Real Life
Dusty and the Big Bad World will be presented in the Black Box Theater from March 7-10 for an exciting and challenging evening. This show gives an informed and humorous look at current issues. It is based on true events revolving the television show, “Postcards from Buster” produced by the Public Broadcasting Service. The play looks at…
Studio Series presents The Life of Galileo
The Life of Galileo explored a dramatized retelling of the famous scientist’s real life, exploring themes of faith versus fact, courage and betrayal. Directed by Hal Kohlman, this show opened in the Black Box Theatre on Feb 22 as the first Studio Series of the spring semester. The Studio Series is a production series through…
Freede Center hosts annual spring powwow
On Feb. 18, Oklahoma City University had the privilege of hosting its annual spring powwow in the Henry J. Freede Wellness and Activity Center. The Oklahoma City Princesses Honor Powwow took place from 2-10 pm and was sponsored by the Changing Winds Cultural Society. The powwow was hosted by the OCU Office of Diversity, Equity…
Methane Matters campaign calls for reduced emissions
Methane is a key component in the world’s cleanest fossil fuel, natural gas. Yet, being clean does not make methane unproblematic. When released into the atmosphere, methane’s heat-trapping tendencies contribute directly to global warming. Methane is 80 times more potent than carbon dioxide when released into the environment and therefore has an extremely negative effect…
New Scholarship Opportunity for First-Generation Students Announced
A new scholarship is emerging at Oklahoma City University, and one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in the U.S. is sponsoring it. A $75,000 donation was made by Coca-Cola Southwest and it will provide many opportunities for first-generation students to pursue a higher education. The Coca-Cola Southwest Beverage First-Gen Scholarship will provide scholarships and book…
OCU Golf Build on Last Semester as they Prepare for Season
Oklahoma City University’s men and women’s golf teams are excitedly looking forward to quite literally getting back into the ‘swing’ of things as their spring season quickly approaches. Both teams will see their invitational tournament play tee off towards the end of February–with the men participating Feb 18-20 in the TPC-San Antonio Invitational, while the…
New Athletic Trainers work to build positive culture
One of the most significant changes Oklahoma City University Athletics has seen in the past year is the mantle of OCU Athletics Trainers being taken up by Kylee Warne and Mackenna Noland. Noland and Warne were hired after the departure of the previous Athletic Trainers, along with Paige Carman who has since moved on to…
OCU Welcomes Clara Luper Legacy Committee for Panel Discussion
A ‘Lessons in Leadership’ panel discussion will be held in the Great Hall on Feb 20 from 1-2 p.m. to celebrate Black History and Heritage Month. ‘Lessons in Leadership’ will feature the Clara Luper Legacy Committee, a group whose mission is to educate on the civil rights movement and keep the story and legacy of…
Meaningless: Newest Neustadt Lecture Performance
For the 2024 Oklahoma City University Wimberly School of Religion’s Neustadt Lecture, OCU has partnered with the Jewish Theatre of Oklahoma to present “Meaningless,” an interpretation of Ecclesiastes. “Meaningless” is a one-man show performed by Rodney Brazil, an OKC-based actor, director and writer, who helped adapt the book of Ecclesiastes into play format, along with…
Editorial: OCU is defined by its close community
The campus community that Oklahoma City University has is unique and is spurred on by two main factors: the small size of the school and students supporting students. Between performance majors that allow students to showcase their talents through productions, the twenty-two different sports the university offers, the countless clubs and student organizations that allow…
SGA Leaders Working to close out the Academic Year
Leaders at Oklahoma City University’s Student Government Association (SGA) are working hard to close out the academic year strong. With elected terms ending relatively soon, student leaders are looking to keep busy, rolling out new initiatives and legislation. Amongst their recent undertakings, the SGA’s Student Court, in partnership with the Campus Police Department, has officially…
New Residence Life Coordinator: Darius Morris
Oklahoma City University’s Housing and Residence Life have welcomed a new individual to the team, Darius Morris, who has stepped into the position of Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) for Methodist Hall. It is a pivotal moment for the university and the residential community, and Darius will be contributing his substantial background and knowledge to the…
ODEI launches new incentives for student excellence
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion recently announced the launch of a DEI Graduation Cord and Email Signature Badge! ODEI invites participants to attend ODEI programs, training and events and any DEI-related campus or community events to learn and implement belonging, access and awareness throughout their time here at OCU. Attendance grants participants engagement…
Reflections on Local Attacks on Diversity Equity and Inclusion
In recent years, Oklahoma, like many other states, has seen unprecedented incursions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by government leaders. This comes after several opponents of DEI sparked claims that public school curricula are divisive and discriminatory. On Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order banning public funds from…
OCU celebrates Black history and heritage this February
The month of February has a ripe history of honoring Black Americans beginning as far back as 1926. However, Black History Month as it’s known today has existed since 1976 when it became officially recognized by President Gerald Ford. Since President Ford, every American president has dedicated and endorsed a specific theme for Black History…
Merry Wives of Windsor kicks the first opera of the spring semester
The first show to take on the Kirkpatrick stage this semester is the Bass School of Music mainstage opera, The Merry Wives of Windsor. The Merry Wives of Windsor is a Shakespearean comedy that follows the character Sir John Falstaff as he tries to seduce two married women in order to gain access to their…
OCU Celebrates the Lunar New Year
The Lunar New Year has arrived, and here at Oklahoma City University, the campus community has been taking time to honor the special occasion. Recognized on Feb. 10, Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the new year on the lunar calendar. A time for fun and celebration for many Asian cultures, there were plenty…
Phi Mu sets up for Miracle Week
On campus, there are many sororities, panhellenic, academic, and recreational, but this week the spotlight is on Phi Mu. Their heart has been in their national philanthropy, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, since 1986. This program works with OU Medical Center, a branch of the Children’s Miracle Network, that benefits kids throughout Oklahoma by providing the…
Why I Love My Sorority
When I first decided to come to Oklahoma City University, I did a lot of research on activities I could possibly get involved with. That research was tough for a while as I suffer from social anxiety, so it was very difficult for me to see myself truly getting involved with a lot of things…
OCU Announced in BroadwayWorld 2023 Winners
Hey Stars! The 2023 BroadwayWorld Oklahoma Awards Winners were announced in January! Oklahoma City University was awarded eight of these prestigious awards, which were voted upon at the end of 2023. Four of these awards were related to the standout 2023 fall mainstage musical Sweeney Todd. Here is a complete list of shows, students, faculty…
Excitement Builds as OCU Baseball and Softball Teams Gear up for Seasons
As the spring semester kicks into full swing, anticipation is high on Oklahoma City University’s campus as both the baseball and softball teams prepare for an action-packed season. With rigorous off-season training, both teams are ready to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. The university’s baseball team, led by Coach Keith Lytle,…