The editors look back on OCU’s COVID-19 policies to see what went right and what went wrong.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – Feb. 10
Ms. Marty advises students on issues of love for this Valentine’s Day.
Editorial: What to do on Valentine’s Day during a pandemic
Editors urges students to celebrate Valentine’s Day safely this year.
New doctorate program raises awareness of physical therapy
OCU’s new Doctor of Physical Therapy program celebrated National Physical Therapy Month during October and is continuing to raise awareness of physical therapy.
Diversity, inclusion VP creates student, faculty reflection session
Dr. Talia Carroll, vice president for diversity and inclusion, organized a virtual meeting to discuss personal concerns and challenges in society today.
Student theater group hosts women-themed weekend
The student-run theater company Out of the Box is highlighting the female experience through performance.
OCU Stripped prepares for online production
OCU Stripped has begun rehearsals for their first production this semester.
University updates student organization rules, procedures
The university has issued updated protocols for those wanting to host events for student organizations on campus.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a Bad Advice Column – Sept. 23
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on keeping their masks cool, fearing class, and staying in touch with friends.
Diversity and Inclusion VP hosts informational Zoom meetings
Dr. Talia Carroll, vice president for diversity and inclusion, is hosting a series of Zoom sessions this month to explain the role the new Diversity and Inclusion Office has on campus.
Student theater productions go online
Out of the Box, a student run theater organization, will be announcing some updates for their season over the next couple of weeks.
University responds to graduation hack with love, support
An unknown perpetrator hacked the virtual commencement ceremony on May 9 and displayed a racist and antisemitic drawing on the Zoom conference call screen.
Opinion: Adam LaPorte’s “Sad Songs” a reminder of the good things
Columnist Francesca Iacovacci reviews the new song “Sad Songs” by Adam LaPorte, featuring the Music and Theater class of 2020.
Opinion: Examining Zoom relationships through the lens of “Unfriended”
Columnist Troy Freeman reviews the horror movie “Unfriended.”
Student Activities Council hosts online activities
Recently, the Student Activities Council hosted a TikTok Wars competition for students to participate in from all over the country.
Maymester classes moved online
Maymester classes are going to be conducted online this year.
Professors support students during online finals transitions
Professors are adapting final exams to fit an online format.
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – Apr. 22
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on social distancing, rent, and the archaic notion of “pants.”
Student Activites Council hosts petting zoo, plans more events
OCU students got to participate in a virtual petting zoo to show off their pets.
Opinion: Dear Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – Apr. 15
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on Zoom etiquette, essential work, and dodging thirsty insta messages.
Kristin Chenoweth hosts Zoom meetings with students
Performing arts students got to have a Zoom Q&A session with OCU alumna and artist-in-residence Kristin Chenoweth March 31.
Opinion: Dear Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – 4/8
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on senior recitals, picking movies, and okie shame.
Education seniors move online, receive pass on field work
Education seniors will still receive teaching certification, despite not being able to continue in-person student teaching because of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Students and faculty adapt to online format
Students and faculty have finished their first week of virtual classes after OCU switched to online for the remainder of the semester due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Opinion: Ms. Marty Pants, a bad advice column – March 25
Ms. Marty Pants advises students on quarantine, Zoom, and food stocking.
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