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WHAT TO BRING & WHAT TO LEAVE
WHAT WE WISH WE KNEW
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HOUSING OPTIONS
MENTAL HEALTH
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MOVE-IN
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
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PARKING TIPS
ESSENTIAL EATS
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MEAL PLANS
STUDENT DISCOUNTS
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TIPS FOR ZOOM CLASSES
SOONER GLOSSARY
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WHAT TO
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by Julia Weinhoffer // @juliaberit
Packing for college can be challenging. There isn’t a lot of space, but you also don’t want to forget any essentials. Here’s our list of some items you will want and others that may be best left behind.
BRING WATER FILTER While Norman’s water is technically safe to drink from the tap, it doesn’t always taste the best — and you don’t want to have to run downstairs for the filtered water in the dorms when you get thirsty late at night. A water bottle or pitcher equipped with a water filter will put you well on your way to staying hydrated and healthy.
COMMAND HOOKS & STRIPS Nails, screws and thumbtacks are not allowed in the dorms. So, if you want to hang anything up on the walls, make sure you have Command hooks, strips and other alternatives.
EXTRA BLANKETS The dorms are notorious for getting extremely cold. So save yourself from the cold winter nights and pack an extra blanket or two.
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LEAVE RIVAL GEAR While you embark on your new journey at OU, it’s probably best to leave other schools’ gear at home. Sooner pride is important on campus and you might get some weird looks if you wear a hat or shirt from another school, especially if that school is the University of Texas.
CANDLES Leave your candles at home. Having an open flame is not permitted due to safety concerns. If you want your room to smell nice, consider investing in a wax warmer or something similar.
EXTRA CLOTHES The closets and dressers in the dorms are very small. You won’t have much room to store lots of extra clothing, so if you can, leave it at home and switch it out as the seasons change. Just make sure you have the essentials like rain boots or a jacket.
ODDS & ENDS You don’t need to bring everything you own to college. The dorms are smaller than you think, so keep decorations to a minimum, it’s always best to go with the less-is-more approach because you can usually get something you really miss from home later in the semester. 5
HOUSING OPTIONS: WHICH IS WHICH?
by Jordan Hayden // @jordankhayden
FRESHMEN FRESHMEN
Many of the freshman housing options are located in the distinctive towers just south of the South Oval. In the towers, each resident typically has one roommate and shares a bathroom with his or her roommate and two other suitemates.
ADAMS CENTER
DAVID L. BOREN HALL
This residence hall center is divided into four separate towers: McCasland, Muldrow, Tarman, and Johnson. It is probably most known for its Raising Cane’s location on the first floor, which is open until 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Other amenities include a 24-hour study center, a tutoring center and a multi-purpose space in the Tarman Tower basement equipped with flat-screen TVs and gaming systems.
Commonly known as “DLB,” this residence hall is home to the Honors College, an undergraduate program offering smaller class sizes and “enriching interdisciplinary curriculum,” according to its mission statement. Unlike the towers, DLB has community-style bathrooms. Instead of a bathroom shared by two rooms, each floor shares a bathroom at the end of the hallway that is cleaned daily.
COUCH CENTER This tower has a small restaurant area called Couch Express — known for its grilled cheese — and a few other offices and study centers perfect for finishing up a group project or cramming for an exam.
WALKER CENTER Walker has a full community kitchen on the first floor and Xcetera!, the student convenience store, where you can use your meal points to buy food, drinks and a small variety of household items like tissues and trash bags.
HEADINGTON HALL Not to be confused with Headington College — located right across the street — Headington Hall is not just for student-athletes. There are a variety of floor plans and lots of amenities. There are lounges and study rooms, and Wagner Dining Hall boasts a menu prepared by OU Athletics’ nutritionist. Headington Hall students also have a slightly different meal plan. Meals can be used only at Wagner, and meal exchanges can be used on weekends when Wagner is closed. Points are available for use at any campus dining location during business hours as with the regular meal plans.
UPPERCLASSMEN UPPERCLASSMEN
While many upperclassmen live off campus, lots of people like the convenience of rolling out of bed at 8:20 for their 8:30 class. The options for upperclassman housing on campus can be a little different from first-year options.
TRADITIONS SQUARE This is OU’s traditional — no pun intended — apartment option a little bit farther from campus. Traditions has two locations, East and West, along with amenities such as pools, bus stops to travel to campus and around Norman, complimentary parking and a fitness center.
CROSS The newest housing option on campus for upperclassmen, Cross has tons of amenities. It includes a fitness center, a black box theater, laundry facilities on each floor, Spruce Blow Dry Bar and Salon, and a parking garage. 6
DUNHAM AND HEADINGTON RESIDENTIAL COLLEGES The residential colleges are a fairly new housing option, having opened in August 2017. Each college has its own dining hall. Other amenities include libraries and various common spaces such as game rooms and meditation rooms. Beginning last school year, some freshmen have also been able to live here.
MOVE-IN
by Blake Douglas // @Blake_Doug918
Moving to college is one of the most exciting times in many people’s lives, whether you’re sad to leave behind hometown memories or ready to explore Norman and meet new friends. OU Housing & Food Services has planned to make your move-in day as stress-free and simple as possible. When you drive to campus with your luggage, you’ll enter the Lloyd Noble Center parking lot at the corner of S. Jenkins Ave. and GT Blankenship Blvd. for check-in at your designated time. From there, move-in day staff will direct students and families to the appropriate residence hall, where staff will unload your vehicle and move all of your items to your new room. Be sure to mark your name and room number on any boxes or important items to avoid mix-ups! Your move-in date depends on which residence hall you’ll be staying in:
PANHELLENIC MOVE-IN Incoming freshmen who are taking part in Greek life will be the first from the Class of 2024 to arrive on campus.
DAVID L. BOREN HALL Freshmen wanting to be close to extensive academic resources will arrive Aug. 11, a day before the remaining new students. David L. Boren Hall provides a smaller community experience than the towers and features a 24/7 computer lab and cozy library, great for studying or leisure.
FRESHMAN RESIDENCE HALLS (COUCH, WALKER AND ADAMS CENTERS) Most freshmen will arrive Aug. 12–14 to get settled into one of the towers. Each tower has its own perks — Couch is closest to Couch Restaurants and home to Couch Express, Adams has Raising Cane’s on the first floor, and Walker is where you’ll find Xcetera! convenience store. Each tower also has study rooms and provides a larger community of new students you can get to know. For the most up-to-date move-in information and insights about upperclassmen move-in, check out ou.edu/housingandfood/move-in. 7
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PARKING TIPS AND TRICKS 01
Buy a parking permit. You won’t be able to park anywhere on campus except for the Lloyd Noble Center without a parking permit. As a freshman, you’ll need the housing permit, which will give you access to parking lots near the dorms. If you are a commuting student, you’ll need to purchase the commuter pass — it gives access to different parking lots across campus. You can purchase a pass online at ou.edu/parking, the website for OU Parking Services.
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Don’t ignore tickets. Parking tickets will not just go away on their own. It’s important to either pay your citations in full on time or, if applicable, appeal them by the given deadline.
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Move on up. The goal is to be parked as close to your dorm as possible. A good trick to remember is to move your car to a closer parking spot on the weekends, when a lot of students have gone home or gone out and the parking lots aren’t as full.
by Jordan Hayden // @jordankhayden
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LNC, baby! Parking at the Lloyd Noble Center is a great money-saving parking option. If you park there, you can take the shuttle to the main part of campus without having to pay for a parking pass.
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Pay attention to the signs. There’s nothing worse than getting a parking ticket because you didn’t see a sign that said “Commuter Parking Only.” Make sure you know where you can and can’t park to avoid any tickets or citations.
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Leave the car at home. Another trick to avoid parking stress is not worrying about parking at all. If you’re up for it, you can save time and money by walking or riding a bike to campus. That way, you won’t have to pay for a pass or waste any time driving around parking lots in search of a spot.
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Look for parking updates online. On Twitter, @OUParking updates the best parking options for commuters on campus throughout the day. If you’re not sure where to go, they can help you out! For the newest information on parking throughout the summer, make sure to visit ou.edu/parking.
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MEAL PLANS All freshmen living on campus are required to have a meal plan. These plans, loaded onto your Sooner ID, are an essential part of campus life. Each plan is made up of a various number of points and meal exchanges. One point is equal to $1 and can be used anywhere the student meal plan is accepted. Meal exchanges can be used for entry to Couch Restaurants or for a meal at other campus restaurants for a value of $8.50 — at certain times of day.
MEAL PLAN OPTIONS: STANDARD 12 meals per week, 250 points per semester 10 meals per week, 400 points per semester 8 meals per week, 550 points per semester 6 meals per week, 750 points per semester
ENHANCED (COMES AT AN EXTRA COST) 14 meals per week, 400 points per semester 10 meals per week, 700 points per semester
by Jordan Hayden // @jordankhayden
When and where can you use your meal exchanges? MONDAY-FRIDAY AFTER 2 P.M.: Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Quiznos, Laughing Tomato, Baja Fresh, Union Market, The Bookmark and Bedrock Cafe. SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: Anytime. Anywhere. ANYTIME DURING BUSINESS HOURS: Raising Cane’s, Couch Express, Cate Restaurants, Einstein Bros Bagels, Amicus Café, Elements, Redbud Café, Flying Cow Café, Café 201 and Freshens. Crossroads accepts meal exchanges any time, 7 days a week.
Choosing a meal plan that is right for you can be difficult, but don’t worry, you can change your meal plan once at the beginning of each semester if you find that your initial plan isn’t working for you.
Meal exchanges on Headington Hall meal plans are only available on weekends when Wagner Dining is closed.
Go to OU’s Housing and Food Services website to find the latest updates on the full campus dining map.
Qdoba does not accept meal exchanges.
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LIFESTYLE TIPS FOR Coming into the fall semester, life is going to look a little different. The coronavirus pandemic makes it easy to feel overwhelmed or focus on how this might not be the way you wanted your freshman year to begin. There are, however, plenty of things you can do to get the full Sooner experience. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you thrive this coming semester — on-campus and online.
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Get involved! Typically, you will hear this at least 100 times before you enter OU, but it is easily the best piece of advice you can follow. Involvement in clubs, intramural sports and participation in on-campus events are great ways to make friends and live your college experience to the fullest.
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Do readings ahead of time and be prepared for discussions. Your first instinct might be to skim over homework, thinking you can wing it during class. Unfortunately, few can master the art of “winging it.” To save yourself from being called out in class, or bombing that pop quiz, carefully read class material and take good notes. This way, you will feel prepared for every lecture.
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Make friends in your classes. Friends will quickly become lifelines as you navigate classes. You can set yourself up for success by creating a class GroupMe, which allows students to ask each other questions and work together. Forming study groups with your friends is also extremely beneficial. You will feel far more prepared if you study the class material with others. 12
FRESHMEN by Mason Young // @Mason_Young_0 and Jillian Taylor // @jilliantaylor__
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Study outside of your room. Separating your school and home life is a great way to increase efficiency and decrease stress. Try heading over to the library or take advantage of your floor’s study rooms when they are available. This will allow you to have a space for productivity and a separate space to decompress.
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Take breaks when you study. Studying for extended periods without breaks can cause a lack of motivation as you continue throughout the semester. To maintain a balanced schedule, try to find pockets of time to rest throughout the day. Having lunch with friends or even taking a walk down the South Oval can make a huge difference.
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Talk to the people on your floor. A group of friends could be waiting just across the hall! Make sure to reach out to people on your floor, because it’s likely they want to make new friends just as much as you do. RAs are also amazing resources and can serve as great mentors while providing insight into surviving freshman year. Connections are key!
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Try to get a good parking spot before everyone gets back from the weekend. After spending the weekend at home, people will flood back into campus around Sunday evening. To get a good parking spot, park your car before Sunday afternoon. Otherwise, you might find yourself parking at the Lloyd Noble Center.
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Set a laundry day and stick to it. This may seem rudimentary, but as you become more involved on campus, it can be easy to put basic chores on the backburner. Try setting a regular time and day of the week when you do your laundry. If you cannot maintain a regular day, try to find time between classes.
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Maintain a healthy eating schedule. Your meal plans are available to you for a reason — you need to eat! Even if you are busy, try to eat three meals a day. Having fuel will allow you to be more productive throughout the day. If you find yourself with more time throughout the week, get a plan with more meals. If you are extremely busy, go for a meal plan with more points. This way, you will have funds to snack throughout the day.
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Take advantage of oncampus job opportunities. Signing up for an on-campus job is a great way to find activities both on- and off-campus and make friends with other student workers. OU offers a variety of options, which can be found at https://jobs.ou.edu.
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Take advantage of university mental health resources. Ultimately, taking care of yourself and your mind is the most important choice you can make as you enter OU. To learn more, see page 15 for mental health resources offered by OU.
TIPS FOR ZOOM CLASSES by Mason Young // @Mason_Young_0 and Jillian Taylor // @jilliantaylor__
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Go to class! With more classes going online, attendance is more important now than ever. Your online class will be one of the few opportunities to receive instruction from your professor and ask questions.
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Keep your microphone muted unless you are speaking. In the event you are not practicing the utmost discipline while attending Zoom class, your peers and professor don’t want to hear the TV show you’re watching in the background. Open microphones also create feedback noises that can be disruptive to learning.
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Take notes often using a split-screen with a text editor or a notepad. Taking notes during Zoom classes as if you were in a physical classroom will help you focus on what you’re being taught and provide a reference for you to look at as you study later.
Stay on gallery view to avoid annoying screen switches. Zoom can be very touchy with sound, and if you’re on the regular screen setting, your visuals will often flip between the displays of whoever is making the most noise. Putting your screen on gallery view will allow you to see everyone in your class and avoid the distraction of a moving screen.
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Attend your professor’s or TA’s virtual office hours or communicate via email often. Your professors and TAs want to see you succeed, but you must be willing to ask them for assistance. Use them as a resource as often as possible by attending their virtual office hours to get help with concepts you don’t understand. If you feel uncomfortable talking with them on Zoom, shoot them an email with your questions.
Hold study groups with classmates. Working together can be extremely beneficial in completing assignments and preparing for tests. Although you may not immediately know your classmates, don’t be afraid to hold study groups with them over Zoom. Doing so can serve as a great way to discuss material and make friends.
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Check the volume on your computer. Before you log on to Zoom, make sure your volume is turned on so you can hear what’s being said and be heard during discussions.
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Eliminate distractions by removing TV and cell phones and utilizing empty study rooms. Zoom classes will require intentional focus for maximized learning and information retention. Set yourself up for success by silencing or hiding your cell phone and shutting off your TV. If that doesn’t help, leave your room and go to a quiet, secluded place, such as the library or a study room.
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When entering a Zoom class, come with the mindset that it’s just like a regular class. It may be hard to do this at first, but if you set your mind to treat online classes seriously, it will help you learn more effectively. By simply attending, reading and working as you would in-person, you can find success online.
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WHAT WE WISH WE KNEW How to make the most of your first year at OU:
11 TIPS TO START OUT STRONG
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Try new things! College is a time when you can meet new people and enjoy new experiences. Don’t just stick to what you’ve always done. You might find a new hobby or passion.
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Make friends with at least one or two people in each of your classes. This way, you’ll have someone to study with or share notes if you happen to miss a class.
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Clean your room once in a while! You’re going to get stressed at some point with your classes, extracurriculars or job, and having a messy room will only make you feel worse.
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Go to office hours. Every upperclassman and faculty member will tell you to get to know your professors, but that goes beyond just introducing yourself after the first lecture. Office hours are a great time to get one-on-one help from your professors. It might even help you get a letter of recommendation down the road. 14
Your freshman year at OU is here. You’re probably feeling a million different emotions — excitement, nervousness and everything in between. There will be a lot of fun times and a lot of stressful times,
but it could be one of the most unique and rewarding years of your life. The OU Daily staff knows what it’s like to be a freshman at OU, so we put together 11 tips to help you navigate your first year.
By Vic Reynolds // @vicareynolds and the OU Daily editorial board // @oudaily
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Prioritize your mental health. People often say college is the best time of your life, but it can also be extremely stressful. You may be far from home, away from old friends and stressed about your workload. Make sure you keep your mind healthy. It may help to exercise, get the right amount of sleep, take advantage of the mental health resources on campus — or maybe even all three.
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Use the resources OU provides — tutoring, writing assistance and many other resources all come at no cost to OU students beyond standard tuition and fees. Get your money’s worth.
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Make friends with upperclassmen. Being new on campus can be challenging, and if you’re living in the dorms then it’s likely that most of your friends will be freshmen like you. An upperclassman friend can be a good mentor to help you navigate the ins and outs of your freshman year.
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Do some research on your classes before you enroll. Ask around about what classes and professors are best. Sometimes your professor can be the difference in a class being really easy or impossibly hard. Find people who took the classes you want to take and ask them their thoughts.
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Don’t be afraid if you don’t know what you want to do. You’re going to have a million conversations that start with “So, what’s your major?” or “What do you want to do with that?” You might not have the answers to these questions, and you’re going to feel like everyone else does. There’s no pressure if you don’t know what your career path will be yet. College is a great time to find your passion, and if you have to change your major a few times to find it, that’s okay.
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Don’t take classes because they are easy. You’re going to have a lot of options for Gen Ed courses during your first year, and you’ll hear a lot about which ones are blow-off classes. It’s nice to coast through the semester with an easy A, but if you don’t enjoy the content you’re studying, you might still be miserable. Find courses on topics you enjoy or are interested in, and take them. Those are the courses you’ll still remember senior year and beyond.
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Be prepared to struggle. You might be the type of person who never had to work too hard and could still get straight A’s in all of your classes. That may not happen in college. There’s going to be a lot more work and stress in your life at a university, and it’s like that for everyone else, too. Try not to let it overwhelm you, and do your best not to procrastinate too much — it can be so tempting.
MENTAL HEALTH How to access mental health resources on campus, in Norman, at home:
College can be a lot — paying tuition, living away from friends and family, working, balancing a heavier workload with new extracurricular activities — but you don’t have to struggle alone. It can be easy to lose sight of your mental health among it all, but OU has mental health resources for students to utilize. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and both are vital to success and happiness in college. When your mental health is not taken care of, your social life and grades may suffer. It’s important to get help when you feel like you need it. There can be a stigma associated with seeking help, but don’t let that stop you. Whether you are having difficulty adjusting to school, relationship problems, anxiety, depression or any other mental health issue, what you are dealing with is valid, and you deserve help and support. Don’t be afraid to take advantage of the resources OU offers. One resource is the University Counseling Center, located in the Goddard Health Center on Elm Avenue. The UCC offers individual counseling,
couples counseling, group counseling, career counseling and testing and psychiatric services. The UCC is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To get involved in these groups or make an appointment in advance, call the center’s front desk at 405-325-2911. Another resource is the OU Advocates, a 24/7, free and confidential resource. The OU Advocates provide support and additional resources for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking or sexual harassment. They can be reached on the phone via WhatsApp or the crisis line at 405-615-0013. Additionally, the Accessibility and Disability Resource Center can provide accommodations for those who need them. After you provide the DRC with documentation and request accommodations, ADRC staff will set up a meeting during which you can talk about what you need. Accommodations include alternative test taking, tutoring and help with notifying your professors about how they can best accommodate you. The ADRC can be contacted at 405-325-3852 or adrc@ou.edu.
by Emily McPherson // @emcphersonok
Here are some numbers you can call for mental health assistance: University Counseling Center: 405-325-2911 OU Advocates: 405-615-0013 Accessibility and Disability Resource Center: 405-325-3852 Title IX and Sexual Misconduct office: 405-325-2215 Norman Women’s Resource Center: 405-364-9424 National Hopeline: 1-800-4424673 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Find your fit in OU campus organizations MULTICULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS OU is a huge campus, and it can be easy to feel small. Luckily, OU has countless multicultural organizations designed for students from all different backgrounds to feel at home. If you’re feeling out of place, these organizations can help you make OU your new home away from home:
AFRICAN WOMEN’S LEAGUE African Women’s League is an organization for passionate and driven African women. This sisterhood offers a community for International African female students to exist and excel in order to navigate life on campus, racism in the U.S. and other barriers for African women.
AMERICAN INDIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION American Indian Student Association celebrates the customs and culture of Native American people. Through activities and education on Native culture, AISA hopes to enhance the lives of OU students. AISA holds annual cultural events like AISA Stomp Dance, OU Spring Powwow and the Miss and Mr. Indian OU pageant.
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BLACK STUDENT ASSOCIATION Black Student Association offers a safe space for Black students to share their experiences and build a community for success. BSA students can gain leadership experience and celebrate the history and culture of OU’s Black students in events such as the Stompdown Step Show, the Black History Month celebration, and the Miss and Mister Black OU Scholarship Pageant hosted with African American Programs and Services.
BLACK EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (BERT) Black Emergency Response Team, also known as BERT, is a student-led organization that fights for social change on campus for Black students and other marginalized communities. BERT’s goal is to dismantle oppressive systems in order to create a safer campus community for Black students. BERT hopes to be more proactive this year in addressing racial issues, as opposed to reactive.
HISPANIC AMERICAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION Hispanic American Student Association promotes leadership, diversity and cultural awareness in an effort to unite students. HASA assists in organizing the annual Day of the Dead Street Festival, Latino Flavor of OU — an event featuring Latin food and entertainment — and the Mr. and Miss Hispanic OU pageant.
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Asian American Student Association promotes diversity on campus by encouraging students to get involved in various activities to celebrate the heritage and traditions of Asian Americans. AASA events often emphasize Asian language, history and culture, and include the annual Mr. and Miss Asian OU pageant, an Asian New Year celebration and the Asian Food Fair.
LGBTQ Student Alliance is a safe space for all members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies. Speakers and other events throughout the year seek to unite the student body and create a warm and welcoming environment. OU’s Gender + Equality Center offers counseling, sexual health resources and ally training for LGBTQ+ students and allies.
LEADERSHIP ORGANIZATIONS
RECREATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
College is the perfect time to grow and figure out who you want to be. If you want to become a better leader and communicator, OU has a plethora of leadership organizations to join. Here a few to check out for now:
If you’re looking for a fun way to blow off steam after class or meet new friends, OU has plenty of recreational organizations for you to try on for size. Here are a few:
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES COUNCIL Campus Activities Council is a way for students from all backgrounds and walks of life to get involved on campus. It provides a way for students to gain leadership skills and build a community by planning events that keep campus exciting and connected. The CAC plans events like Howdy Week — the week-long series of events to welcome everyone back to school at the start of each semester.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION Student Government Association members are elected by students to represent the OU student body. SGA members voice student concerns to OU’s administration and allocate funds to student organizations. SGA includes the Undergraduate Student Congress, the Graduate Student Senate and the Sooner Freshman Council.
UNION PROGRAMMING BOARD Union Programming Board plans events and activities in the Oklahoma Memorial Union to enhance student life at OU. Past events include haunted houses, laser tag and bingo days. If you’re lucky, you might happen upon the UPB offering up free snacks in the Union!
STUDENT FILM PRODUCTION CLUB Student Film Production Club offers a collaborative community for creative students interested in filmmaking. No previous experience in film is required, and students of all skill levels are welcome. The group takes an annual trip to the Austin Film Festival where students can see new films, meet with film professionals and form new friendships.
BAD MOVIE CLUB Bad Movie Club offers students a break from the poetic cinema of Student Film Production Club. If you’d rather talk about the Razzies than the Oscars, then Bad Movie Club might be for you.
OU ESPORTS CLUB OU Esports Club is a fun way for students who play video games — casually or competitively — to come together and enhance their gaming experience. Everyone is welcome regardless of experience level. With over 200 universities now involved in esports, OU Esports offers an opportunity for joining a large network of gamers and making the most of your college experience. 19
ESSENTIAL EATS Even on a college budget, students can still periodically enjoy a great meal from a local restaurant. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, there are also more options for satisfying your latest craving than ever before. Here’s a list of the best places to grab grub in Norman.
BISON WITCHES BAR AND DELI 211 E. Main St. A long-standing local sandwich shop with some wacky combinations and toppings. Open for dinein, carryout or delivery with Grubhub and Doordash. Call 405-364-7555 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and until midnight Thursday through Saturday.
CLASSIC 50’S DRIVE-IN 1521 W. Lindsey St. The O.G. Sonic and a neon-lit staple of Norman serving sodas, shakes, burgers and other drive-in items. Open for drive-thru takeout only. Call 405-321-2271 to order ahead. Open 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until midnight on Friday and Saturday.
DIAMOND DAWGS 753 Asp Ave. A Campus Corner favorite serving loaded hotdogs and other ballpark favorites. Open for dine-in, carryout or delivery with Postmates, Doordash or Uber Eats. Call 405-364-3294 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday; closed on Sunday.
EL HUEVO MEXI-DINER 3522 24th Ave. NW. A Mexican brunch option with tacos, burritos and some American fare. Open for dinein and curbside pickup. Call 405-310-3157 or go to www.elhuevomexidiner.com to order. Open 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday through Tuesday and 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.
GABERINO’S HOMESTYLE ITALIAN RESTAURANT 400 Ed Noble Parkway. A local homestyle Italian fixture offering traditional pizza, pasta and sandwiches. Open for dine-in, carryout or delivery with Postmates, Grubhub, Doordash or Uber Eats. Call 405-310-2229 to order. Dining room open 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Carryout available 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 20
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GRAY OWL COFFEE 223 E. Gray St., Suite 7205. A favorite coffee supplier and study spot for OU students. Open for carryout only. Call 405-701-2929 to order. Open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
GREEK HOUSE 768 S. Jenkins Ave. A Mediterranean diner serving gyros, falafel and other Greek dishes. Open for carryout only. Call 405-364-6300 to order. Open 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and closed on Sunday.
FUZZY’S TACO SHOP 752 Asp Ave. An Austin-based chain — and now an Oklahoma favorite — serving tacos, burritos, enchiladas and salads. Open for dine-in, curbside pickup or delivery with Doordash. Call 405-701-1000 or go to www.fuzzystacoshop.com to order. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
HIDEAWAY 577 Buchanan Ave. An Oklahoma chain with a variety of unique pizzas, pastas, sandwiches and salads. Open for dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery. Call 405-2924777 or go to www.hideawaypizza.com to order. Open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 10:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
INTERURBAN RESTAURANT 1150 Ed Noble Parkway. A classy American restaurant with several dinner plates, sandwiches, salads and a brunch buffet. Open for dine-in, curbside pickup and delivery with Postmates. Call 405-307-9200 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
MIDWAY DELI 601 W. Eufaula St. Former OU football coach Barry Switzer’s home away from home. A grocery store and market that also serves some of the best sandwiches around. Open for dine-in, carryout, or delivery with Doordash. Call 405-321-7004 or go to www.midwaydeli.com to order. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
NEIGHBORHOOD JAM 102 W. Main St. A breakfast and brunch spot with pancakes, breakfast bowls, sandwiches and benedicts. Open for dinein, carryout or delivery with Postmates or Doordash. Call 405-310-2127 to order. Open 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily.
O’CONNELL’S IRISH PUB AND GRILLE 769 Asp Ave. A favorite lounge of students serving some of the best burgers in town while offering trivia and karaoke nights. Open for dine-in, carryout or delivery with Postmates, Grubhub or Doordash. Call 405-217-8454 to order. Open 4 p.m. to midnight on Monday and Tuesday, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and closed on Sunday.
PEPE DELGADO’S 786 Asp Ave. A local Mexican establishment serving burritos and tacos. Open for carryout only. Call 405-321-6232 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and closed on Sunday.
PICKLEMAN’S GOURMET CAFE 759 Asp Ave. A deli chain offering sandwiches, pizzas, soups and salads. Open for dine-in, carryout and delivery. Call 405-310-3333 or visit www.picklemans.com to order. Open 10 a.m. to midnight daily.
RAY’S BBQ 1514 W. Lindsey St. Owned by former Sooner football player Darrol Ray. A casual barbecue place with brisket, ribs, chicken and other smoked meats. Open for dine-in and carryout. Call 405-329-4040 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
SCRATCH KITCHEN & COCKTAILS 132 W. Main St. A craft American restaurant serving dinners, sandwiches and salads. Open for carryout only. Call 405-801-2900 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. to midnight Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to midnight Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
SYRUP 123 E. Main St. A cozy breakfast and brunch joint with pancakes, waffles, benedicts and soup. Open for carryout or delivery with Doordash. Call 405-701-1143 or visit www.syrupbreakfast.com to order. Open 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday and until 2 p.m on Saturday and Sunday.
TARAHUMARA’S MEXICAN CAFE AND CANTINA 702 N. Porter Ave. A family-owned cantina serving fajitas, tacos, quesadillas and other Mexican fare. Open for carryout only. Call 405-360-8070 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
TASTE OF INDIA 1000 Alameda St., Suite 140B. A local eatery with some of the best traditional Indian foods such as saag paneer and lamb curry. Open for takeout or delivery with Grubhub, Doordash or Postmates. Call 405-259-1072 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. and 5 to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. on Sunday.
TEA CAFE ON THE CORNER 788 Asp Ave. Offering a variety of Asian dishes along with several kinds of boba tea. Call 405-310-6655 to order carryout. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Closed Sunday.
THAI DELIGHT 761 S. Jenkins Ave. Serving Asian specialties including sushi rolls and spicy curries. Open for curbside pickup or delivery with Grubhub or Doordash. Call 405-321-8838 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Monday.
THE LIBRARY BAR AND GRILL 607 W. Boyd St. One of Norman’s top bars, serving pizza, sandwiches and other bar cuisine. Open for dine-in or carryout. Call 405-366-7465 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
THE MONT 1300 Classen Blvd. A popular hangout with a shaded patio and a variety of American and Mexican favorites. Call 405-329-3330 to order curbside pick-up. Open 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
TORCHY’S TACOS 2050 24th Ave. NW, Suite 130. A taco chain serving some of the spiciest Mexican food around. Open for dine-in, carryout or delivery with Doordash. Call 405-364-0286 or go to www.torchystacos.com to order. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
VICTORIA’S PASTA SHOP 215 E. Main St. A Norman staple formerly on Campus Corner, offering made-from-scratch pasta dishes and other Italian delicacies. Open for carryout only. Call 405-329-0377 to order. Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and until 9:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. 21
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Just like any close-knit community, OU students have developed a lingo. Lots of students on campus use shortened phrases and sayings to refer to people, places and groups you need to know to be part of campus life. Maybe by the end of your freshman year, there will be new words to add to the list.
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A beloved bar on Campus Corner, O’Connell’s Irish Pub & Grille is home to trivia and karaoke nights.
THE BLENDER The Physical Science Center (PHSC) is the riot-proof building home to most math classes and tutoring at OU.
THE BOOKMARK This Starbucks-like coffee shop is located on the lower level of the Bizzell Memorial Library. Students love to stop here and drink coffee while studying.
THE CAF Also known as Couch Restaurants, this cafeteria is home to the only all-youcan-eat Chick-fil-A in existence, and it is the perfect place to spend your meal swipes freshman year.
C’ROADS Crossroads is the iconic burger and fries restaurant in the Union. If you don’t have fond memories of getting food here late at night by the end of your freshman year, you may be doing something wrong. 26
THE HUFF Officially the Sarkey’s Fitness Center, The Huff is the place to use the gym, take workout classes and attend games for most intramural sports. The Huff’s nickname is a shortening of its former title — the Huston Huffman Fitness Center.
THE LIBRARY No, this isn’t a real library — it’s a bar on Boyd Street.
SGA The Student Government Association is basically the student council of college — but it gives a lot more money to student organizations than any student council.
SOVAL/NOVAL Shorthand for the South Oval and North Oval, where most classes are located. Are they actually ovals? Not really. But Sectangle and Nectangle don’t sound great, do they?
UPB LNC or LLOYD NOBLE The Lloyd Noble Center is the home of OU’s basketball games, gymnastic competitions and other sporting events, as well as freshman convocation and commencement ceremonies. You might hear it referred to because of its expansive parking lot — most of the Lloyd Noble Center’s parking lot can be used free of charge, and a shuttle bus regularly takes students and others back and forth from campus.
The Union Programming Board puts on various events across campus, such as movie nights in the Union. Students can get involved to help plan events and activities.
XCETERA! Located in the bottom of Walker Center, this is the only convenience store near the dorms. It’s perfect for a latenight snack where you can use points instead of dollars.
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