National Hispanic Heritage Month honors variability in Hispanic culture
By Hardika Singh | Sep. 24, 2018National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 to recognize contributions made by Hispanic people.
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Jewish students at OU to observe Yom Kippur
By Jordan Ellis | Sep. 17, 2018Observers will fast and ask for forgiveness for the past year’s transgressions.
Annual Interfaith Peace Walk gives message of unity for all
By Madeline Valentine | Sep. 11, 2018Honoring the 17th anniversary of 9/11, the annual Interfaith Peace Walk united attendees in a tribute to solidarity and progress.
Rosh Hashanah celebration to bring Jewish students together
By Baylee DeMuth | Sep. 4, 2018Rosh Hashanah is a time for personal reflection and finding one’s place in the world.
Asian-American students encounter microaggressions, a subtle yet impacting form of racism.
By Meghan Morris | Aug. 29, 2018Thirty-five percent of Asian Americans say they have personally experienced insensitive or offensive comments because of their race or ethnicity.
International students get welcomed to Athens with orientation, social events
By Hardika Singh | Aug. 26, 2018International Student Orientation (ISO) aims to help students get accustomed to the American way of life.
President Trump signs executive order days after many Ohio lawmakers and candidates condemn the 'zero-tolerance' policy
By George Shillcock | June 20, 2018Ohio politicians from both political parties have made statements against the president’s policy of separating children from families at the border.
ISU will welcome new leaders, see returning staff
By Jessica Hill | Apr. 17, 2018Carla Triana will remain president of ISU, but the organization has elected some other new members for the leadership team.
International students show off rhythm
By Jessica Hill | Apr. 3, 2018International students share their local dances, which are linked together.
Annual MSA Night enlightens attendees about Islam
By Bharbi Hazarika | Feb. 24, 2018The Muslim Student Association celebrated the MSA Night with Quran recitations and various performances.
Chinese New Year celebration brings music and food to OU
By Baylee DeMuth | Feb. 11, 2018The annual Chinese New Year celebration was held Sunday in Baker Ballroom.
New Alden Library exhibit to profile contemporary African fiction writers
By Alexis Eichelberger | Feb. 4, 2018“Writing Africa: The New Generation of African Writers” will showcase OU’s wide collection of works exploring African identity and immigrant experiences.
Fewer international students have been coming to OU, but their retention rates are up
By George Shillcock | Jan. 28, 2018OU has had a increase in the retention of international students as well as a significant decrease in their enrollment.
Long Live the Light: ISS hosts annual Yalda Night celebration
By Haley Richards | Nov. 18, 2017The event took place Saturday at Walter Hall.
Eric Weiner puts place in perspective
By Jessica Hill | Nov. 16, 2017Journalist and author Eric Weiner spoke about the importance of place and how it shapes people Thursday.
ISA brings annual Diwali Festival of Lights to OU
By Baylee DeMuth | Nov. 16, 2017The annual event welcomes all to attend and celebrate Diwali.
Latino students and faculty discuss machismo, Latinx
By Jessica Hill | Nov. 13, 2017Some Latino students and faculty share their experiences living in a machista culture and ways to be more inclusive.
International students find value in U.S. driver's licenses
By Jessica Hill | Oct. 5, 2017Many international students find the need for a United States driver’s license and the process to get them isn’t too complicated.
'Powerhouse' appointed as new interim director for ISFS
By Bharbi Hazarika | Oct. 5, 2017Diane Cahill was appointed interim director of ISFS on May 20, 2017.
Student Senate: Members to discuss potential legal consultant for international students
By Maddie Capron | Oct. 3, 2017The other bill asks that the space outside of Baker Center’s fourth floor be a reservable space.
