Star Beat: Recent Episodes
OCU Star Beat
Listen as our host Annelise Watkins describes managing relationships as a college student from her own perspective.
In this episode podcast host Annelise Watkins shares why it is important to mind your own business...
Welcome to the first episode in our new mini-series "Clear Eyes Full Hearts" todays episode talks about how to initially find your motivation and why that is important.
Halloween is right around the corner.... but that is not what has us scared right now.. one word...midterms. Stressed and overwhelmed? This weeks podcast episode talks about what stress can look like and what to do with it.
Stressed out? Overwhelmed? Trying to balance all the things? Take a moment
to unwind and listen to podcast host Annelise Watkins debunk the myth of "doing all the things".
Better Together Week is just around the corner beginning on April 10th with an Iftar dinner at 7:30pm with free dinner provided by Dr. Enchassi, and wrapping up with OCUs annual Love Not Hate Day on April 13th, there will be several fun events throughout the week as well that are mentioned in todays episode! For more information check out our instagram @ocubettertogether!
In this episode the new Star Beat podcast host, Annelise Watkins, introduces herself and shares details of her personal goals and hobbies!
This past week, Oklahoma City University has announced a 3% tuition increase, being the first in four years, and the second increase in nine years! On this episode, we explain the tuition increase, as well as offer ways to help the increase in costs, including scholarships in and outside of the University, along with Federal Work Study through FAFSA. Check the links below for ways to find scholarships.
OCU Scholarships - https://www.okcu.edu/financialaid/types-of-assistance/scholarships
Outside Scholarships:
cappex.com
app.goingmerry.com
fastweb.com
bold.org
On this episode of Star Beat, we welcome student Keara Smith. They are a freshman BFA Acting (On Screen Tract) and BFA Film double-major here at OCU, and they talk about their experience with premiering the play, Put Yourself Out There, along with how the BFA Acting program welcomes and accommodates its students.
On this week's episode of Star Beat, we talk with sophomore BFA Acting major Sophia Zafiridis about minoring in social media and online communications, and the countless opportunities the BFA Acting program has given her.
Today on Star Beat we talk with sophomore BFA Acting major Eloka Dike, who talks about her involvement in OCU Pom, Black Student Association, and more on campus!
On this week's episode of Star Beat, we talk with student Olivia Akers, who is a sophomore BFA Acting major about the student-run play organization, "Shadow Collective", along with her lead role in the OCU Mainstage production of "The Play That Goes Wrong", and the speech and debate team on campus.
On this week's episode of Star Beat, host Reagan Townley discusses the importance for college students doing self care, and some tips on how to implement some in a hectic daily routine.
On this week's episode of Star Beat, we talk with sophomore BFA Acting Student, Jordan Smith, which talks about her involvement in the OCU School of Theatre Mainstage Production of The Play That Goes Wrong, Black Student Association, and Second Act Improv.
On this week's Star Beat, we talk with OCU student, Bella Felton, who talks to us about being a part of the BA English program, Student Government Association, and is a hardcore swiftie!
On this week's Star Beat, we talk with junior BA Mass Comm student Destyni Lietzke, who talks about her invovlement with the ESports program, PLC Scholars, and Alpha Phi!
On this week's episode of Star Beat, we interview sophomore BFA Design and Production student, Kris Gooding! We discuss her involvement with Alpha Chi Omega, the School of Theatre, and what OCU means to them.
On this episode of Star Beat, we are introduced to our new host, Reagan Townley, told a bit about who she is and what Star Beat is planning for the year ahead.
Graduating Senior and Star Beat host Jane Goto ends final episode with gratitude, thanks, and lessons learned from Oklahoma City University over the past four years.
Black History Month Series: Student Guest BreAuna Shaw talks about what it's like being a black woman both in and outside the business world.
Dr. Ryburn joins us again in this OCU HLC series letting us know about the five criteria HLC is looking for when reaffirming OCU’s accreditation. Criterion 1 is all about MISSION. Listen to better understand what this is and how OCU supports it.
Dr. Ryburn joins us in episode 3 of our OCU HLC series discussing HLC’s Criterion 2 – Integrity: Ethical and Responsible Conduct. Listen to better understand what this is and how OCU supports it.
Dr. Ryburn joins us in episode 4 of our OCU HLC series discussing HLC’s Criterion 3 – Teaching and Learning: Quality, Resources, and Support. Listen to better understand what this is and how OCU supports it.
Dr. Ryburn joins us in the final episode of our OCU HLC series discussing HLC’s Criterion 5 – Institutional Effectiveness, Resources and Planning. Listen to better understand what this is and how OCU supports it. For more info, visit okcu.edu/hlc.
Dr. Adam Ryburn of the OCU Higher Learning Commission Steering Committee starts off this OCU HLC series talking with us about what HLC accreditation means, our upcoming reaffirmation of accreditation visit on Feb. 28th and March 1st, and how we can help. For more info, visit okcu.edu/hlc.
Dr. Ryburn joins us in episode 5 of our OCU HLC series discussing HLC’s Criterion 4 – Teaching and Learning: Evaluation and Improvement. Listen to better understand what this is and how OCU supports it.
Sophomore Dance major Erica Teeple talks about the struggles of mental health and how she stays positive given trials and tribulations.
Sophomore Dance major, Aaron Fisher explains the transition from coming into college during Covid as a freshman to becoming sophomore. He explains what going from a Covid year to a less restricted Covid year looks like during this time of college and how that transition has been as well.
Student Ava Cruchon talks about many things from a new organization she created here at Oklahoma City University, to sports, and how content and athletics collide.
Junior BFA acting major Jordyn Pierson discusses how being a member of the Pom has positively impacted her college experience. Pierson also explains how the team prepared for Nationals and what is next for the awarding wining squad.
Junior Nursing major and Better Together President Mikel Kendrick stopped by the studio to discuss the importance of interfaith diaulouge, the origins of Love Not Hate Day, and the amazing week that Better Together has planned
English majors Molly Shottenkirk and Jake Harrell discuss their capstones, the OCU English department, and why literature and language is valuable to everyone.
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.Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a part of student publication? Junior Film Major Paul Dower stopped by the studio to discuss what it is like being a MediaOCU editor
Casey Kassal discusses his love of pop music, the inspiration behind his newest EP, and how he balances it all.
Reid Powell stopped by the studio to reflect on Student Civic Engagement Committee's voter drive and how OCU students can remain civically involved.
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Mackenzie VanZee sits down with senior Rebekah Small and discusses cat shirts, involvement on campus, and post graduation plans.
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