Racist message leads to first Title VI investigation on campus
By Paige Steeley on November 12, 2020
After an Oklahoma Christian University student found a racist message written on his car, campus members are left wondering what can be done to find…
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OC Student Voting
By Donovan Reagan on November 11, 2020
Last week was election week, and talk among students here on the Oklahoma Christian University campus rose as many students gave some opinions about their…
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Election Q&A with Trey Orndorff
By Evan Starr on November 10, 2020
The United States presidential election has declared a winner, but there are still several questions remaining about the results. While Joe Biden has been declared…
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Presidential and local election results
By Elise Miller on November 9, 2020
After days of counting mail-in ballots, the nation has selected former Vice President Joe Biden to become the next President of the United States of…
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Homecoming philanthropy to benefit TeamOC in honor of Darci Thompson
By Donovan Reagan on November 4, 2020
The homecoming philanthropy project is coming up on campus. Every year, the homecoming committee chooses a charity to raise money for. This year, they are…
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Intramural Athlete of the Week Nov. 2 – Nov. 9
Intramural Athlete of the Week Nov. 2 – Nov. 9
By Caleb Brown on November 4, 2020
Intramural Female Athlete of the Week: Name: Hannah Siebold Club: Iota Kappa Phi Year: Senior Hometown: Littleton, CO Major: Family Science Sport: Iota A Team…
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Oklahoma Christian Alumni wins fourth state title
Oklahoma Christian Alumni wins fourth state title
By Evan Starr on October 27, 2020
Rebecca Cobb, a 2000 Oklahoma Christian University graduate and current head softball coach at Tuttle High School, led her team to yet another state championship…
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Golf team competes at Sydney Cox Invitational
Golf team competes at Sydney Cox Invitational
By John Kilpatrick on October 16, 2020
On Monday, Oct. 12, and Tuesday, Oct. 13, Oklahoma Christian University sent 11 golfers to Lincoln Park Golf Course in Oklahoma City to compete in…
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Intramural Athlete of the Week Oct. 12 – 19
Intramural Athlete of the Week Oct. 12 – 19
By Caleb Brown on October 14, 2020
Intramural Female Athlete of the Week: Name: Ellery Martin Club: Gamma Rho Year: Junior Hometown: Blue Ridge, TX Major: Nursing Sport: Gamma A Team Volleyball …
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Weekly Sports Update: Oct. 13
Weekly Sports Update: Oct. 13
By Evan Starr on October 13, 2020
The past week in sports has been a blur. The MLB playoffs are in full swing, week five of the NFL season has witnessed a…
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Posts tagged as “State of the Union Address”

Respect for the Presidency

By Madison Hagood on February 8, 2019

The position of president of the United States is one that has long demanded respect. Forty-four men have served as the head of state and…

The culture of “ring by spring”
The culture of “ring by spring”
October 28, 2020
If you are a student or recent alumni of Oklahoma Christian University, you have likely heard the term “ring by spring” tossed casually around campus,…
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Saying goodbye to Tamie Willis
Saying goodbye to Tamie Willis
October 22, 2020
After 35 years of dedication and service to the Oklahoma Christian University Beam Library, Library Director Tamie Willis is retiring this December. Originally taking a…
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Campus Ministry and COVID-19
Campus Ministry and COVID-19
October 14, 2020
For some individuals at Oklahoma Christian University, campus ministry is a fundamental aspect of the collegiate experience. Having a group of peers to worship…
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Love Wins: Sally Gary
Love Wins: Sally Gary
October 7, 2020
This week, Women’s Chapel has invited an accomplished and unique speaker to their table. Not only is Sally Gary an Abilene Christian University graduate, but…
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Professor features: Dr. Emily Smith
Professor features: Dr. Emily Smith
September 30, 2020
Classic Western films make a point of valuing grit. They highlight the most resilient individual on the range. This person conquers the challenges of the…
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Graduating is easy. Saying goodbye is harder.
November 13, 2020
“Have you ever thought about writing for the Talon?” I was asked this question in March 2019. It took only a bit of convincing for…
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It’s hard to say goodbye
November 13, 2020
Sitting in Scott Chapel with warm lights flooding the room and a flurry of overly sentimental thoughts dancing in the fog of my mind, I…
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Big-Tech is a Threat to U.S. Politics
November 11, 2020
Equally world-changing as Gutenberg’s printing press, social media and the unprecedented development of Big Tech threatens the United States’ last remaining vestiges of political integrity.…
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The OC trees
November 11, 2020
“2020 has taken a lot from us, but I never expected our trees to be next.” This thought echoed in my mind as I drove…
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Presidential Debate round two
October 23, 2020
Thursday night Americans were treated to a much more civil debate than the “dumpster fire” that was the first one. Although one could make the…
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