Sep
27
Everyone always says your high school years will “fly by”, but no one ever laid it out to me that those years will literally launch themselves up, over your head, around the corner, and through some bushes within a matter of seconds. Towards the middle of April, I had survived the larger part of senior year, and found myself finally relaxing and enjoying my time. One of my close friends who happens to attend the University of Oklahoma informed me of a casual Iron and Wine concert that night that was open to the public if I wanted to come. So of course, I immediately scrambled some things together, ran to my car, and began the journey to Norman.
First of all, this was my first time to actually step foot on campus; I immediately fell in love. Not only did the gorgeous architecture catch my eye, but upon arrival, Iron and Wine had already begun and their phenomenal music encased the area. Upon entering the south oval, I was astounded at the interaction going on between the community as a whole and the university students. There were families with their children sitting, standing, and connecting with the OU students. The sense of harmony was unbelievable. I tried to share a similar experience with a friend of mine who is now a senior in high school from my hometown by inviting her to the Karmin concert Saturday, the 21st of September. After a strenuous amount of dancing, screaming, and jumping up and down, I hope that her vision of the University of Oklahoma turns out to be just as wonderful as my perspective. The concert was the reason I came to OU, but the sense of community made me fall in love. I am so lucky and proud to attend a university that holds such high standards for itself and genuinely wants to help out the public around them.”
Cassidy McKnight
Business Freshman
Altus, OK
Sep
24
This past weekend was one of those weekends students most look forward to. It was Must-Stay Weekend! Must-Stay Weekend is an event organized by UPB, CAC, Summer Session and other organizations to bring young, fresh artists to OU for a free concert! This year they hit the nail on the head again with opening act Bryce Vine and the main attraction, Karmin.
This year, OU Recruitment Services also took part in Must-Stay Weekend by hosting a small group of high school students from the surrounding area. I was able to participate in this and took part in the discussion that preceded the show. The atmosphere was really chill and students got a great look at what it would be like to go to OU. It helped that there was delicious food AND free concert tees included in the deal!
The concert began at eight, and took place on the east side of the Oklahoma Memorial Union. Students were crowded around the stage, and some were lounging on the lawns surrounding the area. The atmosphere was happy and lively, and the opener, Bryce Vine, made sure everyone was pumped and ready to have a good time.
Karmin came onstage amidst a roar of support and hit the night off with their single, “Acapella”. Everyone was jumping around and going near deaf from music that could be heard for miles. At one point, Karmin even performed a rap song with a volunteer who totally shocked everyone with his mad skills! For real, that kid knew every word. This year’s concert was a huge success, and everyone that stayed for the weekend was not disappointed. The best thing about Must-Stay Weekend is that it happens once every semester, which includes Summer Session. I can’t wait to see who comes to perform next!
Tatyana Gubareva
Art History and Psychology Junior
Mustang, OK
Sep
12
There are many moments in one’s career of being a student at the University of Oklahoma that make the experience memorable. As a student starting my junior year at the best place on earth (perhaps I’m a bit biased), I have encountered many memories that have made my time here more than worthwhile.
One memory in particular happened last football season before the legendary game versus Notre Dame. Any Sooner that you come in contact with will probably tell you that this game was one of the best moments to be a Sooner.
My day started with a 4 a.m. wake up call. I got dressed in my crimson and cream getup and headed to the South Oval before the sun had even come up. The South Oval was littered with people who had camped out the night before for the one and only College Game Day! (People were camping out days in advance to witness the popular football phenomenon, but that wasn’t my style). I ended up being front row for College Game Day and even made it on TV!
The hype and the energy that every student felt standing on the College Game Day set at 6 a.m. was such a chilling experience that not many people get to say they had. (Seriously, who gets to say they witnessed hundreds of college students excited about something at 5 in the morning). This moment that I got to share with my Sooner Family was one that I will never forget. It’s one of those moments that makes being a Sooner truly amazing.
Brooke Buckmaster
Supply Chain Management with Spanish minor
Mesquite, Texas
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