Apr
9
There are many places to grab a bite to eat near and around campus, but there are a few spots that you should know about and go to often. Sometimes you only have an awkward 50-minute break between two classes that didn’t fit back to back on your schedule, and if that is the case, Campus Corner is the place. Two prime places to grub are Tea Café and Fuzzy’s. At Tea Café, you have to try the chicken fried rice; it’s better than Christmas. At Fuzzy’s, try cheese nachos with refried beans added in. I’m from San Antonio so trust me on this one.
For dinner, you should really venture out into the city of Norman. The Garage and The Mont are the places to go. The Garage has, hands down, the best burgers in town. Get them any way you like them and the fries are delicious. The Mont is Mexican food, but they offer a variety of options including chicken strips, for those of you who don’t venture off the kids menu, hamburgers, or actual Mexican food. And queso. Always start with queso.
Try these great places and let us know what you think of them by tweeting us @OUClassof2016.
-Courtney Chapman
Class of 2016 Council PR Chair
Mar
24
Wow!
Sophomore year is coming to an end…which means graduation is that much closer! I can’t believe it has been almost two years since we first came to the University!
As we wrap up the semester and count down the days until summer, it seems like the weather gets nicer and nicer every day! It makes it so much more difficult to spend time inside studying or doing homework. But, it is important to remember that most classes are hinged on the final grade! Despite your performance throughout the semester, your final grade will determine how well you do in the class. I say this not to add more stress to your life, but as a word of encouragement and motivation! Here are some ideas that might help us FINISH STRONG our sophomore year:
- Take frequent breaks! Create small milestones for yourself, and following the completion of that milestone take a break! Go outside, check Facebook, or do something else you enjoy. The key here is not to make your breaks longer than your study time.
- Try to study with someone! This will create a since of accountability for the both of you. From personal experience, I have done best on the exams in which I have studied with someone else!
- Don’t expect to study for a huge final a couple of days before. It only adds stress! Start early and do a little bit every day!
- Utilize action tutoring!
- Don’t cut out exercise from your busy schedule! It is important to exercise daily; it stimulates your brain and relieves stress.
- It is OK to say NO! It seems like a lot organization’s host their events toward the end of the spring semester. Committing yourself to too many can cause stress and less time for studying. Remember it is OK to say NO!
Let’s ENJOY the rest of our sophomore year and FINISH STRONG
Avery Frix
Class of 2016 Council, Vice Chair
Mar
24
Tips for a Safe Spring Break
As we finish the last of the dreaded midterm, Spring Break starts to take over the majority of our thoughts. Most people dream of the sandy beach in Panama City Beach while others look forward to the ski slopes in Breckenridge. Whatever you decide to do, there is one thing that is universal: making sure you’re safe. Here are some tips that you should consider while planning the vacation everyone desperately needs.
1. Unfamiliar territory = stay in groups
The new friend that invited you to the Luke Bryan concert may end up being really cool, but going by yourself anywhere can lead to more trouble than good. Make sure that everyone going on the Spring Break trip has a partner that they are held accountable for to avoid the horror stories. It may seem a little “kindergartenish”, but you’ll be thankful when y’all make it back to school safely.
2. Have identification on you at all times.
This may seem like a given, but you’d be surprised at how many people go to the beach or the slopes without anything on them. Having identification is one of those things where in case of an emergency is super important. A purse or wallet may seem like a pain to carry around, but will be helpful in the long run.
3. HAVE FUN!
Spring Break is the time where you have a week to relax from the stress that is college. It’s also a time that you’ll remember when you don’t have those weeks off when we get into that thing called the real world. Make the most of it and allow yourself to create those memories.
Spring Break can be fun, but at the same time be safe. These tips are just a few of many that can be followed to have a relaxing and responsible vacation!
Kelly
Class of 2016 Council
Mar
5
Hi Class of 2016!
This week, I wanted to let you know about an incredible opportunity to serve your Norman community through the Campus Activities Council’s official philanthropy, Soonerthon.
Over 2800 people register every year to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network at OU’s official Dance Marathon. Last year, the event raised thousands of dollars For The Kids. This year, the event is on March 8th from 10am-10pm. Speaking from my own background, Soonerthon is an amazing, life-changing experience. Not only do you get to dance around all day, you get to interact with and celebrate the lives of “Miracle Children.” These children are living with or have recovered from debilitating diseases and inspire us as we dance for them.
If you are have participated in Soonerthon in the past, you may be aware that most participants sign up in teams. Signing up as an individual can be intimidating, since these teams are usually large campus organizations or Greek houses. We in Class Councils have decided to change that this year by adding a team for each graduating class. You will be able to sign up with one or two friends, and still feel like you are a part of a team. This will allow you to meet and bond with members of your class, and raise money while doing it!
Even though you may be seeing this the week of March 8th, you still have time to sign up! Just go to helpmakemiracles.org, click on dance marathons, then choose OU’s Soonerthon. After that, just remember to join the Class of 2016 team. I hope to see you all bright and early on March 8th!
FTK!
Holly Loeffler
Class of 2016 Council
Feb
27
Hey Class of 2016!
April 5th will mark the 14th year of an awesome OU tradition, The Big Event. Big Event is the largest day of community service for The University of Oklahoma. This event is a great way to give back to the community that has given so much to us. It is a great opportunity to connect with fellow students and staff while serving a great cause. You can sign up as an individual or you can sign up as a group. Groups can be as small as two people or be as large as 20 people.
Last year I volunteered with the Student Alumni Association at a park in Oklahoma City called Mesta Park. At this jobsite we painted a gazebo and bench that had fallen victim of neighborhood hooligans with a knack for graffiti. We also mulched new trees and planted flowers.
Through this experience I interacted with other on-campus organizations, and people that I would not normally interact with, all while serving the community. I had a great experience with Big Event, an organization that does so much good, and asks only for a small time commitment on a Saturday morning.
This year I am on the executive team of Big Event as the Social Media Expert. Serving on exec, we volunteer every month at one of our many jobsites throughout the metro area, interacting with the people that are so appreciative of what Big Event does, and our mission. All of the hard work that is put in behind the scenes throughout the year for this one day to come together is really incredible, and I think everybody needs to experience Big Event.
Applications are available at bigevent.ou.edu sign up today!
Evan Baldaccini
Class of 2016 Council
Feb
26
Hello Class of 2016!
Today I am writing to you about study strategies and tips. As a sophomore myself, I realize that studying while maintaining a social life is quite the task! Here are a few simple tips that I have found personally helpful that you may like as well:
- Plan your study times. If you’re like me, studying will get placed on the back burner unless I plan a concrete time to do it each week.
- When it’s time to study, find a comfortable place away from your friends and other distractions. Everyone loves friends, but they make it hard to focus and lengthen the time it takes to study by a lot! Some study spots on campus that I recommend are Gaylord Hall, the study rooms upstairs in Wagner, and of course the Biz (Bizzel Library).
- Take notes while you are in class and while you are reading your textbook. This makes for a lot less work when an exam comes around because you already know most of the important things from the chapter. It also keeps you from only memorizing definitions.
- Lastly, when its study time, STUDY! If you apply yourself and work hard for a few hours then you will have much more free time and feel better about your exams.
I hope that these tips find you well this spring semester. Be encouraged, you are not alone in your struggle to achieve good study habits, balance school and social activities, have fun and love OU!
Aubrey Duncan, Class of 2016 Council
