The event centered around showcasing the people, foods and cultures from countries around the world. Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country. This is just one of many facts attendees learned at the International Bazaar on Friday night. Hosted by the Association of International Students in the Allen Chapman Student Union on Nov. 15, the International […]
Author: Gabe Powell
Thanksgiving’s history should be talked about
A panel discussion hosted by Philbrook put the whitewashing of the holiday into context. What is the true history behind Thanksgiving, and are we really celebrating genocide and theft of land from native people every November? A panel discussion hosted by Bracken Klar of the Tri City Collective and featuring commentary from Appollonia Piña and […]
Active shooter drill training teaches steps to safety on campus
Campus Security Sergeant C. J. Laughlin leads workshops teaching student and faculty what to do in case of an active shooter. In 2018 alone there were 82 recorded instances of school shootings in the U.S., resulting in 90 injuries, 61 deaths, and seven suicides where no one else was injured. In an effort to promote […]
Troy Duffy celebrates “The Boondock Saints” 20th anniversary
The film’s writer and director speaks about the acclaimed vigilante film at Circle Cinema. Circle Cinema hosted an event last Thursday, Oct. 24, where they screened “The Boondock Saints” for its 20 year anniversary. The writer/director Troy Duffy was present, and there was a Q&A after the show. The movie is excellent, and it isn’t […]
Behind bars: Oklahomans face longer prison sentences
Oklahoma has a higher prison population than any other state, partially because of longer prison sentences. Contrary to how it might seem on the evening news, both violent and property crime rates in America have fallen 30 percent since 2000. However, the state of Oklahoma seems to have missed the memo: our prison population is […]
Freshman refuses senior advice
A TU senior is in critical condition after a freshman refuses to listen to their advice about college. A University of Tulsa senior was checked into the hospital last week after suffering a nervous breakdown. It is believed to be the result of a freshman telling her, “I don’t need your advice. Fuck off.” A […]
Philbrook’s “Wondrous Worlds” teaches about Islam
The exhibition showcases art from all over the world and spanning several centuries, exploring the influence of Islam. The Philbrook Museum of Art is hosting an exhibit boasting over 100 works spanning 1,200 years of Islamic history and influence. It will run until Oct. 6. The display features pieces on loan from the Newark Museum […]
Student Association — who they are and what they do
This student-led organization controls money for student groups and runs programs, among other tasks. The Student Association at the University of Tulsa is a student-led organization devoted to promoting cultural and social events and advocating for student interests. Every student at TU is a member of SA, as a portion of university tuition goes towards […]
McFarlin exhibit explores history of Versailles
Special Collections displays documents, writing and photos relating to World War I and the peace treaty that ended it. The sounds of gunfire and mortar shells streaking through the air famously ceased at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, 1918. Germany surrendered to the Allied powers on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the […]
2020 Democratic Primary has three major contenders
Sanders has raised the most money, but Warren’s chances of winning the primary are better. I get it: you’re in college and don’t have time to figure out voter registration and absentee ballots, much less read 500 articles to decide on your favorite candidate in the crowded Democratic field. Lucky for you I’ve written a […]