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OBU Interns Aid Local Mentor Program with Their Biggest Fundraiser Event of the Year
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma-Shawnee via Holly easttom OBU seniors Taryn Weber and Tyler Stuever had the opportunity to help Director Nikki Rieves with the busiest time of her year. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma-Shawnee throws a “Bowl for Kids’ Sake” event every year. The event took place Friday, April 29th. The goal…
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OBU Bison: April 2022 Baseball Recap
Jentezen Smith, Contributing Sports Writer Oklahoma Baptist University took on the University of Arkansas at Monticello during a three-game weekend series on April 22nd and 23rd, going 1-2 and winning the final game of the series. In the Friday afternoon game, the Bison could not quite get the bats going as they fell short to…
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OBU first football scrimmage
Devin Miller Sports Editor The Oklahoma Baptist University Football team will be playing in an intersquad scrimmage on Thursday, November 5, 2020. The intersquad scrimmage will take place at the OBU Crain Family Stadium at the Hurt Stadium at 7:30 p.m. The game will have free admission, but will have a maximum capacity of 1,000…
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Festival of Fools hosts annual Halloween show
Courtesy Photo / The Bison Top: The improv troupe, Festival of Fools, includes: (clockwise from left) Jacob Brown, Ethan Wood, Kaeley Mastin, Bayleigh Platter, Larashleigh Wallace, Justin Glover, Garrett Wheeler, Anna Smolen, Anna Caughlin, Zack Coake, Gabe Barnes. They have hosted several shows this semester. Morgan Jackson Arts Editor Thursday, Oct. 22, Festival of Fools,…
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Bison off the Hill: Henry Contich
Features Assistant OBU has fostered some of the most accomplished people in today’s workforce. However, one of the largest hurdles that these individuals face is finding a job in their field right after graduating college. Business management graduate Henry Contich currently works for Bass Underwriters, an insurance firm based in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. “I am…
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Here at home: the Round Table
Nathan Goforth Contributing Writer “It’s an informal time for interested students to workshop their writings, get criticism, hear feedback, appreciate the joy of writing, ect.” – Andrew Hill Originally created in fall of 2016, the “Inklings’ group was the early iteration that would eventually be remade into the Round Table today, the “Inklings” were a…
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OBU Debate now ranked number one in the nation
Public Release The Oklahoma Baptist University Debate team now boasts a national number one title. OKBU competed in its third consecutive virtual debate tournament last weekend (Oct 23-24) hosted by South East Arkansas College. The team competed in the International Public Debate Association, and is now ranked number one in the nation. The team also…
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Modified visitation opens upon campus
Zoe Charles News Editor On Oct. 9 visitation reopened at OBU. Visitation among dorms had previously been suspended due to COVID concerns. While visitation is modified, in an email sent out to students Residential Life reported, “[. . .] so excited to welcome your friends from around campus into our home! Please be respectful and…
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A day in the life of a student athlete
File Photo/ The Bison OBU Women’s Lacrosse Team Shay Morgan Assistant Sports Editor COVID-19 has been around since the beginning of 2020, and many have started to adjust to the new way of living that has become the norm. Changes have been made since the beginning of the semester in terms of COVID protocol, which…
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Ministering during a time of illness
Collyn Dixon Assistant Faith Editor Covid-19 is the greatest obstacle for the church today. The CDC recommends distancing from one another to slow the spread of the virus. The obstacle occurs, because the church is called to gather and minister together to support those in need. The National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCRID),…
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Regal Cinema closing; others may follow
Matthew Gower Assistant News Editor Since the Coronavirus outbreak, movie theatres have struggled to stay afloat. Despite some states reopening their theatres weeks ago, attendance to movie theaters is still down compared to what it once was. According to The Verge, “Regal Cinemas, the second largest theatre chain in the US with 536 theaters and…
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October recognized as Breast Cancer awareness month
Courtesy Photos/The Bison Zoe Charles News Editor October is National Breast Cancer awareness month. As per its name, Breast Cancer is cancer affecting one or more areas within the breast. According to Cancer.org, “most breast cancers begin in the ducts that carry milk to the nipple (ductal cancers), [however] [s]ome start in the glands that…
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OU vs. Texas Red River Rivalry
Courtesy Photo/ Tulsaworld Devin Miller Sports Editor The Oklahoma Sooners (OU) took on the Texas Longhorns on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Kickoff started at 11 a.m when OU won the coin toss and brought out their offense. Redshirt Freshman Spencer Rattler Quarterback #7 started the first drive with a pass to Redshirt sophomore Drake Stoops…
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OBU’s theatre program to perform ‘Silent Sky’
Courtesy Photo / the Bison The production of Silent Sky begins Oct. 30th at the Dorland Theatre. Tickets must be bought in advance at okbu.edu/theatre. Caitlin Corley Assistant Arts Editor At the end of this month, students from OBU’s theatre program will be performing a show known as ‘Silent Sky.’ These actors and actresses have…
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Caffeine addiction recovery month for OBU students and faculty
Peyton King Features Editor Junior journalism and mass communications major Lily Huff once said, “If you’re in college and don’t have a caffeine dependency, are you even in college?” This brought up a genuine curiosity, especially in light of the month of October. How many people at OBU would say they have a caffeine dependency?…
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Ring, Amazon takes flight with new drone
Ashlee Ginn Assistant News Editor On Thursday, Sept. 24, the online shopping giant Amazon made an announcement for a new indoor- only security camera drone set to be released next year. In cooperation with Ring, originally a doorbell security camera company that is now a subsidiary of Amazon, both of these companies are working together…
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Pandemic inspires broadcaster to create “Todd Talks”
Payne Moses Assistant Sports Editor Todd Miller, a play-by-play radio broadcaster for Oklahoma Baptist University since 2015, has lived amidst his passion: sports. A native of Blackwell, Oklahoma, Miller attended Blackwell High School and currently resides in Oklahoma City. Beginning radio broadcasting at the end of his high school tenure, Miller has 30 years of…
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Students serve at Mission Shawnee
Collyn Dixon Assistant Faith Editor Ministering to children who have never had a chance to hear the gospel through the act of being a role model is the mission behind Mission Shawnee. Mission Shawnee Director Ryan Brooks and Student President of Mentors Club Sarah Dean describe what the Mentors Club is and its place in…
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OBU Improv performs first show of the semester
Morgan Jackson Arts Editor Thursday, Sept. 24, Festival of Fools, Oklahoma Baptist University’s improv group, performed their first show in Potter Auditorium at Raley Chapel. The show was a “retro revamp,” with all of the troupe members dressed in 80’s clothing for the show. Festival of Fools is made up of Kaeley Mastin, Bayleigh Platter,…
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How to vote as a college student
Evan Kennemer Features Assistant As the November elections draw near, many college students are thinking about where and how to vote. Many people, especially college students neglect voting or even registering to vote, because they just don’t know how to go about it. According to census.gov, 18 to 29 year olds have the lowest percentage…
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Food pantry provides food security to university students
Kenny Day Public Relations Food security is a major issue on college campuses around the country. While it may come as a surprise to some, this is no different on Bison Hill. Many students hit times during the week and during the semester where they may need a little help with extra food to get…
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A day in the life of a student athlete during a pandemic
Shay Morgan Assistant Sports Editor The life of a collegiate student athlete can be long, busy, strenuous and tiring. Many go from practice, to classes, to practice again each and every day. This is all while managing sleep, a healthy diet and a social life. COVID-19 has had a major impact on the world, and…
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Column: Students responding to disasters
Audrey Branham Assistant Faith Editor 2020 and peace don’t quite go together, and in this way, this is not a unique time. It is very seldom that the world has truly had peace at any one time. This life and world will always have people in crises, but what greater opportunity is there than to…
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CAB presents: Freshman Follies
Morgan Jackson Arts Editor The stage was set on the steps of Raley Chapel for one of Bison Hill’s favorite events. Campus Activities Board showcased the talents of the newest members of the OBU family on Sat. September 19. Students and members of the OBU community were gathered around the Raley Chapel lawn on blankets…
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Here at Home: The Bison Glee Club
“Fraternity, history, musicality, commitment to OBU, commitment to the kingdom of God. The foundations of our singing are the friendships and work for the kingdom.” – Dr. Christopher Mathews Nathan Goforth Contributing Writer Historically created by just three men with a passion for singing, the Bison Glee Club has been praising the Lord since 1938.…
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
Courtesy Photo / The Bison Jacob Usry Features Assistant This month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15) The United States is observing Latin heritage month. There are many influential, Latin individuals who are being celebrated this month for what they have achieved both for their culture and for United States of America. Oklahoma Baptist is fortunate…
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OBU triumphs at debate tournament
Public Relations Release The Oklahoma Baptist University debate team finished in second place in its first ever virtual debate tournament hosted by Lee College in Houston, Texas. Twenty-one programs participated from across the country including programs from Alaska and California. The annual Medoza Debates hosted by Lee College opened the International Public Debate Association season,…
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Succeeding with the Milburn Student Success Center
Matthew Gower Assistant News Editor For students seeking additional assistance with their classes, one of the best options on campus is the Milburn Student Success Center located on the third floor of the library. The Milburn Student Success Center, which was dedicated to Paul and Ann Milburn in November 2012, conducted 3,306 sessions in the…
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Opinion: Creative writing helps process emotion
Courtesy Photo/The Bison Morgan Jackson Arts Editor This season of life has proved to be one of change for everyone in nearly every aspect of life. When classes moved online and my world became much, much smaller, I found myself looking for an outlet. I’ve always messed around with writing, but never seriously sat down…
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Coin shortage: Lincoln to be killed again?
Zoe Charles News Editor The United States has used the same billing and coinage system for many centuries; however, due to the COVID pandemic and national coin shortage occurring simultaneously, economists and average consumers are wondering just how necessary some of these coins are. Is it time for the penny to no longer be produced?…
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Dealing with diabetes on a daily basis
Jacob Usry Features Assistant According to the CDC, over 100 Million Americans have diabetes in the United States. Even with the disease being so prevalent, there are still some who don’t fully understand how demanding treatment is on the people who have it. “It’s a 24-hour job,” OBU alumni Micah Hawkins said. “You always have…
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Column: Christianity was foolish. Then I became a Christian.
Tyler Smothers Assistant Faith Editor “For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” — from Paul’s first letter to the church in Corinth: 1 Cor. 1:18 (NIV) Was I really perishing, though? I mean, perishing sounds a…
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OBU welcomes Winkler as Green and Gold Gala speaker
Courtesy Photo / OBU Actor Henry Winkler is well known for his role as Fonzie on the TV show Koal Manis Assistant News Editor Tuesday, Mar. 3, OBU hosted its annual Green and Gold Gala, in downtown OKC at the Bricktown Events Center. The keynote speaker was Henry Winkler, an Emmy award-winning actor and author…
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Cheap travel ideas for spring Break
Courtesy Photo/The Bison Bishop Castle is a work of stone and iron that has been continually constructed solely by Jim Bishop for the past 60 years. Featuring a grand ballroom, stained glass windows, towers and bridges. Peyton King Features Editor Spring Break is just around the corner and those without plans to join family or…
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Students reflect on Holocaust & World War II J-term Trip
Daniel Spillman / OBU Several OBU students toured sites related to World War II and the Holocaust. They were led by Dr. Daniel Spillman and Dr. Christopher McMillion, both of whom have a passion for the era and hoped to share that with their students. Loren Rhoades Contributing Writer This past J-term 20 OBU students…
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Bison baseball, individual team leaders take Northwestern Oklahoma State University this week
Courtesy Photo/OBU Athletics Above: OBU Bison baseball competed against Northwestern February 21 and 22, wining both games (10-13 and 7-12). Payne Moses Sports Reporter The Oklahoma Baptist University Bison faced the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Rangers February 21st. Jake Lipetzky led the Bison as starting pitcher and took on Scott Cree- don, the Ranger’s starting pitcher.…
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How should we react to personal injustice?
Audrey Branham Assistant Faith Editor “If you get hit, hit ‘em harder, if you get killed, walk it off,” Captain America says as he rallies his team to fight against an army of destructive robots in Avengers: Age of Ultron. The speech is fitting coming from someone that embodies the ideas of the United States.…
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Division of Music hosts students for FAME, Keyboard festival
Morgan Jackson Arts Editor The last week on Bison Hill was a busy one for the Division of Music at OBU. Monday, Feb. 17, hosted prospective students for this year’s Fine Arts Main Event (FAME). This event allows for students to experience performances from OBU students, and sit in on classes, as well as complete…
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STUNT team wins against Dallas Baptist University, gears up to compete at Maryville University
OBU Athletics/the Bison STUNT team took home some big wins this past weekend. Anthony Williams Assistant Sports Editor The Oklahoma Baptist University stunt team went 20-0 Saturday February 8, 2020 in Oklahoma City against Dallas Baptist University. The Bison have started the season undefeated and plan for a successful year. Although cheer and stunt may…
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OBU Challenges Students During Focus Week
Courtesy Photos / OBU Dr. David Gambo and Dean Inserra joined students in Potter Auditorium for a series on Focus. Naaman Henager Faith Editor Every year OBU hosts Focus Week. This week is designed to encourage students to focus on Christ while also emphasizing discipleship. This semester students joined Dean Inserra, Pastor of City Church…
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CAB’s ‘Lodge of Love’ performance ushers in Valentines Day
Courtyesy Photo / Zach Johns True Voice performed an arrangement of “I Need Your Love” featuring soloist Harmony Dewees. Morgan Jackson Arts Editor Tuesday, Feb. 11, Campus Activities Board hosted their annual Lodge of Love show. The event celebrated Valentine’s Day and showcased talented OBU students and faculty. The Lodge was dec- orated in pink…
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OBU debate team advances to 3rd place nationally
Courtesy Photo/ OBU Members of OBU’s Debate team pose after a strong finish at Abilene Christian University. Contributing Writer OBU’s debate team is currently in 3rd place nationally. This updated result comes after the team’s strong finish at Abilene Christian University. The debate team brought home three overall team awards, including 3rd place in overall…
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Black History Month: What it is & how to celebrate
Matthew Dennis Features Assistant February — a month set aside to celebrate Black achievements. Black History Month is the annual celebration of the many achievements from African Americans. Black History Month was originally an event called “Negro History Week” started by Carter G. Woodson and other African Americans. Courtesy Photo/ The Bison Carter G. Woodson: The…
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OBU’s University Scholars Weekend and Be A Bison Day
Courtesy Photo / OBU Dozens of students visited OBU’s campus for Be a Bison Day, University Scholars’ Weekend or both last Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Josiah Jones News Editor Prospective students flooded OBU’s cam- pus this weekend for two admissions-related events: Be A Bison Day and University Scholars Weekend. Be A Bison Day occurs several…
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Australia fires: more than just physical damage
Matthew Abbott/ The New York Times A kangaroo, one of Australia’s unique species, traveling in front of a flaming building in Australia. Matthew Dennis Features Assistant The Australian fires that started in September of 2019 have now burned more than 15 million acres and show no signs of stopping as Australia is only a few…
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Bison track and field return from J.D. Martin Invitational with four first-place finishes
Devin Miller Sports Editor The Oklahoma Baptist University men and women’s track and field teams both competed in the JD Martin Invitational Saturday February 8 beginning at 9 a.m. in Norman, Oklahoma. The Bison returned back home to Shawnee, Oklahoma with four first-place finishes and one provisional NCAA Divi- sion Two qualifier. “NCAA Division One…
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Church planting class continues OBU’s mission
Courtesy Photo / Curt Goss Students enrolled in church planting class will have the chance to connect with many other people groups who follow many different religions. Naaman Henager Faith Editor Oklahoma Baptist University is known for its academics, but also its mission to reach the lost. One way that OBU is furthering the kingdom…
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Division of Music to present Concerto-Aria concert Feb. 16
Courtesy Photo / OBU Music Nine OBU students will take the stage Sunday, Feb. 16, for the 46th annual Concerto-Aria concert. Morgan Jackson Arts Editor Nine students from the Di- vision of Music will be show- casing their talents this week- end on a grand scale. This year the 46th annual Concerto-Aria concert will be…
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Valentines Day for everyone on a budget
Courtesy Photo / The Bison Peyton King Features Editor Whether you have a Valentine, a “Gal”-entine or even a “Pal”-entine, 2020’s day of love doesn’t need to be a trigger for financial panic. This year, if you’re in a romantic relationship, looking for one or not interested in relationships at all, Valentine’s day can be…
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SGA promoted student voter registration before OK primaries ended
Courtesy Photo/ The Bison Voter registration for OK primaries ended Feb. 7. Registration for the national election will remain open until June 5. Andrew Johnson Assistant News Editor Although more than six months remain before the Nov. 3 general election, the electoral process has already begun, and so have efforts to increase voter engagement. For…
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Literature in My Hometown: Tulsa and The Outsiders
Morgan Jackson, Assistant Arts Editor When I was younger than I am now, growing up as a literary person in Oklahoma seemed to be a dead end. I dreamed of being able to read stories that seemed plausible in my suburb of Tulsa. Everything changed in the eighth grade. S.E. Hinton’s “The Outsiders,”…
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Opinion: “So, you’re graduating with an English degree?”
Madison Stone, Arts Editor First of all, I’d like to preface that I’m a creative writing major, not an English major, but if we’re being honest, it’s basically the same thing. At least, I can guarantee that we all receive the same placating smiles and well-meaning questions when we proudly announce our majors and love…
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Event: The Bison Glee Club’s 2022 Spring Concert
Madison Stone, Arts Editor As one of the oldest music groups at OBU, the Bison Glee Club has performed countless concerts, visited dozens of churches, and proven their distinct love for worship and community. On Thursday, April 28, the group will cap off yet another year of music and service with the Glee Club Choral…
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But What if I Missed My Calling?
Ellie Huff, Contributing Writer Simply by attending classes and chapels at Oklahoma Baptist University, we constantly hear stories of religious heroes. Whether the stories are Biblical figures or strong missionaries, the stories spark a desire to fulfill a great call. We strive to uphold such a beautiful journey for a higher purpose to feel as…
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Perseverance
Audrey Branham, contributing writer. With approximately 3 weeks left of our Spring 2022 semester here at Oklahoma Baptist University, there are many of us who are lagging and struggling to that light at the end of the tunnel. Many of us are burnt out and trying to make it through the last of our tests…
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The forgotten story of St. Nicholas
Faith Editor Ellen Huff The Christmas season is upon us. This is a season to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and participate in the advent ceremonies. Following the true reason for the season, there is another character who gets quite a bit of attention this time of year as well—Santa Clause. It is only…
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Why is the physical Jesus was necessary?
Faith Editor Ellen Huff With Christmas being just around the corner, many people are more curious about the birth and life of Jesus Christ. At this time of year, you might find yourself around the dinner table with family discussing unique topics regarding your faith. With the growing interest in ideas such as New Age…
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Christmas Offerings
Assistant Faith Editor Audrey Branham Charlotte “Lottie” Moon was born on Dec 12th, 1840 and is the namesake of the International Mission Board’s Southern Baptists’ international missions offering. She was a single missionary to China, who wrote a massive number of letters encouraging American churches to send and support international missions. Each Christmas, the IMB’s ‘Lottie Moon…
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