Jan
23
The University of Oklahoma has much to offer along the lines of involvement. But did you know there is one organization that you can join, not do anything, put it on your resume, and get really cool OU gear?
The Student Alumni Association’s Sower’s Club is an organization where you pay $25 to join and in return, receive a Sower’s Club shirt, Luggage Tag, and Hat. As a member of The Sower’s Club, a membership card will be given that grants discounts at businesses in the Norman area. Members will also enjoy access to events with alumni, and enjoy perk packages throughout the year.
Members will receive T-shirts for three of the home games this year. One t-shirt was already given out this year for the Tulsa football game, but extras are available for when you sign up for Sower’s Club. The Sower’s club will be tabling in the Union throughout the year. Stop by and check out this awesome way to connect to campus and alumni!
Evan Baldaccini
Jan
23
With so many things to get involved in on the OU campus, it’s hard to pick and choose where to spend your time. That being said, the idea of the college experience for me is finding all the different ways to “fill my bucket.” Filling your bucket is more of a feeling than a task. When your heart feels happy after completing a good deed or when you can’t help but smile after helping out someone in need, chances are, you have just filled your bucket and, as a result, the bucket of all those you’ve helped in the process.
This is the main idea behind the Center of Leadership Development and Volunteerism here at OU. This office is constantly looking for ways to help students fill their own buckets as well as the bucket of others by spreading ideas of leadership through volunteer work all over campus and throughout the surrounding community.
This year, I decided to involve myself with LEAD Team, an organization on campus where students serve as facilitators of icebreakers and team building activities. They also serve as ambassadors for the Center of Leadership Development and Volunteerism. Through this experience, I have been able to work hands-on with other students on campus to help improve their organizations. I have also been able to volunteer at several different community and on-campus events and organizations through my involvement with this team. It’s incredible to see how a simple icebreaker or words of wisdom can greatly encourage people.
The Big Event is another organization I look forward to participating in this year where groups of students from all over campus come together to contribute to one of the largest service events in Norman. That’s over 5,000 students and staff out to make a difference!
So even though your school year is busy and homework is calling your name, make sure to set aside time to check out the amazing and gratifying opportunities offered through the Center for Leadership Development and Volunteerism. There’s no better way to fill your bucket than by volunteering your time to better OU and our surrounding community!
Your 2016 Class Council Chair,
Ashley Leisten
Jan
15
Now that the spring semester is upon us, welcome back Class of 2016! Hope you all had a great winter break. It’s time to get back into your daily college routine. Only one semester separates us from finishing one year of college! It’s going to be a great year. I wish you all the best for the upcoming semester! Remember to be safe, study hard, and have fun.
– Avik Mukherjee, Chair, Class of 2016 Council
