Q&A with the Homecoming Court nominees

During the weeks leading up to Homecoming, students of Oklahoma Christian University nominate their classmates for positions on the Homecoming Court which will represent their school. 

The Talon interviewed seniors who were nominated for King and Queen, Buddy Lambert did not reply. 

What was your reaction when you found out you were nominated for homecoming court? 

“I was super honored to even be considered for homecoming court. It is nice to be thought of as someone who could represent the senior class of the school.” 

What has your time at Oklahoma Christian taught you? 

“My time at Oklahoma Christian has taught me that no matter what my plan may look like, God always has one that is better than what I could imagine. It’s been a blessing being placed here and the community that it brings.”

What is your favorite memory of homecoming?

“My favorite memory from homecoming was the 2023-2024 homecoming. I am a part of Delta, and we didn’t have enough people to walk through the parade, so we had two guys walk our banner around the parade while all the other guys cheered from the side. The other clubs had their entire club walk-through so it was pretty funny watching everyone else’s reaction.”

What does homecoming mean to you? 

“Homecoming means celebrating where the community of Oklahoma Christian has been and where we are going.”

Favorite aspect of homecoming? 

“I love meeting various alumni and hearing some of the memorable stories of their time here.”

What does homecoming mean to you?

“Homecoming is a time when we not only get to come together as a club during preparations but also experience such a fun and exciting time with our alumni and our community. Being able to put on events and raise money for different fundraisers each year has been such a blessing to be a part of.”

What was your initial reaction to finding out you were nominated for homecoming court? 

“At first, I was shocked to find out I was nominated for homecoming court, but then I was so honored to be nominated by my peers. Oklahoma Christian has been a home for me, and I have made some beautiful, long-lasting relationships and memories here, so I am proud to be a representative for my class in this way.” 

Favorite aspect of homecoming: 

“We can bring the whole school together. I also think it’s amazing that people are so excited for pep rallies and the games.”

What would being homecoming royalty mean to you?

“To me, being Homecoming royalty means I’ve made an impact on others’ lives in some way. It represents the connections I’ve made with those in my four years of being at this school.”

How does it feel for this to be your last homecoming? 

“It feels unbelievable for this to be my last homecoming! I cannot believe how fast the time flew during my last four years at Oklahoma Christian. I am so grateful to get to participate in my last homecoming this way.”

What impact has homecoming had on you personally? 

“Homecoming has been an important part of my college journey. Getting to be one of the class reps my sophomore year, to being an exec the last two years and a representative for a class again, I love this time of year because it brings all of campus together.”