No one likes getting in a car accident, let alone on TU campus. Here’s what do to if it happens to you. Car accidents seem to be a unifying aspect of community on campus, like tests or homework. Student Tyler Cotton said she was sitting in her car in commuter lot last year when somebody […]
Author: Lizzy Young
Where are the members of One Direction now?
Harry, Niall, Zayn, Liam and Louis continue their careers after massive success in the 2010s boy band. “You don’t know your beautiful, oh, oh, that’s what makes you beautiful,” were the song lyrics by British boy band One Direction (1D) that every teenage girl in America was singing the summer of 2012. 1D was the […]
Libraries right in resisting Macmillan’s e-book changes
The company claims libraries have undercut their e-book profit, but this misses the point of public libraries. If you have ever rented an eBook from a library, then you should be concerned about new restrictions being placed on libraries access to digital titles. On Nov. 1, Macmillan Publishers, one of the largest publishers in the […]
“Friends” celebrates 25th anniversary of 1994 premiere
Fans of the sitcom continue to watch “Friends” over the years, speaking to the power of its relatability. Last weekend, I went to a wedding. During the vows the bride said, “you’re my best friend, you’re my lobster.” The audience awwed and few tears were shed as the reference sank in. Where does it come […]
Media Lab produces student podcasts in Studio 151
Podcast Director Jenna Lazenby speaks about the various shows and opportunities the studio offers. Did you know that there is a podcast studio located on campus? It is called “Studio 151,” and it is located in Kendall Hall across from the television studio. Before last semester, I did not know that this studio existed. I […]
Taylor Swift’s latest album optimistic about love
“Lover” embodies feelings of comfort in a relationship, evolving from Swift’s past breakup albums. It’s an understatement to say that Taylor Swift’s latest album, “Lover,” has been a success. It debuted at number one on the Billboard chart and had the most pre-orders at Target than any other album in history. Having been a Swiftie […]
A late start for classes causes a variety of problems
The biggest problems with the start date concern commencement and travel plans for the holidays. On Aug. 18, I looked at the calendar and thought, why am I not in school? All of my friends from OU and OSU were in class, and even local colleges like TCC were back in session. As I looked […]
Spider-Man to leave Marvel Cinematic Universe
Disputes between Disney and Sony on the rights to Spider-Man led to the tragic exclusion of the beloved superhero from future films. How am I supposed to look forward to the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with no Iron Man or Spider-Man? I have basically been crying since they announced that Spider-Man would no […]
Tulsa Ballet’s “Tchaikovsky” a biographical ballet
The show payed homage to one of history’s most renowned composers, to great success. The world premiere of Tulsa Ballet’s “Tchaikovsky” was a stunning blend of choreography, costuming and modern lighting effects. These elements combined to produce a beautiful, perfectly-paced ballet about the life of the famous Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Tchaikovsky is famous […]
Feeling bored? Play a board game
Sometimes you just gotta sit down and play a board game. Here’s a helpful list of some favorites. Board games are a classic, fun activity that will never go out of style. I take the opportunity to play board games at every possible occasion. Because of this, I know there are board games for whatever […]