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OU announced campus closure and adjustments to final exams scheduled for Friday, Dec. 19, as the Sooners prepare to host Alabama for the College Football Playoff.
OU reschedules finals ahead of College Football Playoff game; fall commencement to continue as planned
OU announced adjustments to final exam schedules Monday due to the Dec. 19 College Football Playoff game and confirmed the university will hold fall commencement as planned.
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December 8, 2025 at 11:19 PM
OU announced campus closure and adjustments to final exams scheduled for Friday, Dec. 19, as the Sooners prepare to host Alabama for the College Football Playoff.
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education terminated 16 and suspended 3 OU degree programs following a comprehensive review of college curricula across the state.
Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education terminates 16 OU degree programs, suspends 3 others
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education approved the termination of 16 and the suspension of three OU degree programs Friday as part of the board's comprehensive review of programs
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December 8, 2025 at 10:54 PM
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education terminated 16 and suspended 3 OU degree programs following a comprehensive review of college curricula across the state.
Norman Parks and Recreation’s fourth annual Ugly Sweater 5K and fun run, inspired by “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” is Saturday. https://www.oudaily.com/news/norman-parks-recreation-fun-run-5k-race-ugly-sweater/article_0fcb2dfc-ac36-4ace-8351-bbb5bfcfbae7.html
Norman Parks and Recreation to host ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’-themed Ugly Sweater 5K, fun run
With winter comes many fun activities, and Norman Parks and Recreation is adding to the holiday festivities with its fourth annual Ugly Sweater 5K and fun run on Saturday.
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December 8, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Norman Parks and Recreation’s fourth annual Ugly Sweater 5K and fun run, inspired by “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” is Saturday. https://www.oudaily.com/news/norman-parks-recreation-fun-run-5k-race-ugly-sweater/article_0fcb2dfc-ac36-4ace-8351-bbb5bfcfbae7.html
Zach Bryan will visit the University of Tulsa as a part of his worldwide “With Heaven On Tour,” with tickets available online.
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Zach Bryan announces new world tour dates
Country singer-songwriter and Oklahoma native Zach Bryan announced new concert dates at the University of Tulsa as a part of his first world tour, "With Heaven On Tour" next year.
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December 8, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Zach Bryan will visit the University of Tulsa as a part of his worldwide “With Heaven On Tour,” with tickets available online.
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Class of 2027 defensive lineman Elija Harmon commits to #Sooners.
Class of 2027 defensive lineman Elija Harmon commits to OU football
Class of 2027 defensive lineman Elija Harmon has committed to OU, per his announcement on the social platform X.
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December 7, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Class of 2027 defensive lineman Elija Harmon commits to #Sooners.
#Sooners head coach Brent Venables on his expectations of the atmosphere at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium during OU's first-ever home playoff game.
December 7, 2025 at 10:11 PM
#Sooners head coach Brent Venables on his expectations of the atmosphere at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium during OU's first-ever home playoff game.
#Sooners finish No. 8 in College Football Playoff rankings, set to host No. 9 Alabama in first-round matchup.
OU ranks No. 8 in final College Football Playoff rankings, faces Alabama in first round
OU (10-2, 6-2 SEC) remained No. 8 in the College Football Playoff rankings and will play No. 9 Alabama (10-3, 7-1) in the first round on Dec. 19 at 7
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December 7, 2025 at 6:19 PM
#Sooners finish No. 8 in College Football Playoff rankings, set to host No. 9 Alabama in first-round matchup.
OU confirmed it removed another graduate instructor after she reportedly expressed viewpoint discrimination after excusing absences of students attending Friday’s protest but not extending the same to counter-protesters.
Second graduate instructor removed after excusing student absences for attending protest for graduate instructor placed on leave
OU confirmed another graduate instructor has been removed after she reportedly told students she would excuse any absence for attending Friday’s protest supporting the graduate instructor who was placed on
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December 6, 2025 at 4:34 AM
OU confirmed it removed another graduate instructor after she reportedly expressed viewpoint discrimination after excusing absences of students attending Friday’s protest but not extending the same to counter-protesters.
Around 250 people protested on OU's campus Friday in support of the graduate instructor who was suspended after giving Samantha Fulnecky a failing grade on her Bible-based essay.
Protestors show support for graduate instructor on leave after student claims discrimination for Bible-based essay
Chants in support of the graduate instructor who was placed on leave after psychology junior Samantha Fulneckly claimed discrimination over a failing grade rang through campus Friday afternoon.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Around 250 people protested on OU's campus Friday in support of the graduate instructor who was suspended after giving Samantha Fulnecky a failing grade on her Bible-based essay.
Hear from attendees of Friday's protest in support of the graduate instructor placed on leave by OU.
December 5, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Hear from attendees of Friday's protest in support of the graduate instructor placed on leave by OU.
Protesters march on South Oval in support of a graduate instructor who was placed on leave over Bible-based essay grade.
December 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Protesters march on South Oval in support of a graduate instructor who was placed on leave over Bible-based essay grade.
The OU Graduate Student Senate formally condemned the university Thursday for placing a graduate instructor on leave after a student publicly contested receiving a failing grade on an essay that cited the Bible.
OU Graduate Student Senate condemns university, defends graduate student instructor put on leave
The OU Graduate Student Senate passed a resolution calling on university administration to provide more transparency regarding administrative leave and additional protection for graduate teaching assistants in the course of
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December 5, 2025 at 3:27 AM
The OU Graduate Student Senate formally condemned the university Thursday for placing a graduate instructor on leave after a student publicly contested receiving a failing grade on an essay that cited the Bible.
In an email to the Board of Regents, an OU alum criticized the university’s response to the grading of a Bible-based essay and called on leadership to uphold "real academic standards."
Guest column: Alum criticizes OU's response to Bible-based essay grade, calls for regents' action
Dear members of the University of Oklahoma Board of Regents and university leadership:
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December 5, 2025 at 12:42 AM
In an email to the Board of Regents, an OU alum criticized the university’s response to the grading of a Bible-based essay and called on leadership to uphold "real academic standards."
“I don't think I could just sit at home and not have tried to help.”
Cathy Billings, new executive director of Norman Food and Shelter, discusses the importance of meeting community needs after beginning her tenure Monday.
Cathy Billings, new executive director of Norman Food and Shelter, discusses the importance of meeting community needs after beginning her tenure Monday.
‘Norman is home’: New Food and Shelter director focuses on community needs, impact of service
Cathy Billings took the role of executive director for Food and Shelter on Monday, after the organization's board of directors appointed her on Oct. 27.
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December 5, 2025 at 12:05 AM
“I don't think I could just sit at home and not have tried to help.”
Cathy Billings, new executive director of Norman Food and Shelter, discusses the importance of meeting community needs after beginning her tenure Monday.
Cathy Billings, new executive director of Norman Food and Shelter, discusses the importance of meeting community needs after beginning her tenure Monday.
“Alcoholidays,” a Christmas play written by a Norman husband-wife duo, opens Friday for the first time since 2017.
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‘Alcoholidays’ play by Norman couple returns to stage for first time since 2017
Christmas comedy show “Alcoholidays” returns to the stage Friday at 3rd Act Theatre Company for the first time since 2017.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:53 PM
“Alcoholidays,” a Christmas play written by a Norman husband-wife duo, opens Friday for the first time since 2017.
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#Sooners beat NC State 103-98 Wednesday evening. Check out our best images.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:54 PM
#Sooners beat NC State 103-98 Wednesday evening. Check out our best images.
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Political leaders praised Samantha Fulnecky, an OU student who gained national attention after she contested her Bible-based essay grade, at an event held by conservative nonprofit Original Constitutional Principles Affecting Culture Foundation.
Oklahoma politicians, Ryan Walters defend OU student’s Bible-based essay, call for university action
State political leaders, including former State Superintendent Ryan Walters, demanded university action for Samantha Fulnecky, an OU student who gained national attention after she contested her Bible-based essay grade, at
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December 4, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Political leaders praised Samantha Fulnecky, an OU student who gained national attention after she contested her Bible-based essay grade, at an event held by conservative nonprofit Original Constitutional Principles Affecting Culture Foundation.
Fourteen Norman residents will run for the upcoming city council and Norman Public Schools Board of Education elections.
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Norman residents file candidacy for February elections to city council, school board
Fourteen Norman residents filed for candidacy for the upcoming city council and Norman Public Schools Board of Education elections.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Fourteen Norman residents will run for the upcoming city council and Norman Public Schools Board of Education elections.
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OU’s Academic Programs Council will consider changing eight bachelor’s degrees to 90-credit hour speciality degrees, cutting the traditional four year programs into three.
OU Academic Programs Council to consider changing 8 bachelor’s degrees to 3-year programs
OU’s Academic Programs Council will consider adjusting eight degree programs to become 90-credit hour speciality degrees Friday.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:02 AM
OU’s Academic Programs Council will consider changing eight bachelor’s degrees to 90-credit hour speciality degrees, cutting the traditional four year programs into three.
Head coach Brent Venables, general manager Jim Nagy praise 2026 #Sooners defensive recruits on national signing day.
'Fast and violent': Brent Venables, Jim Nagy praise 2026 OU football defensive recruits on national signing day
OU football held its national signing day press conference on Wednesday, with head coach Brent Venables and general manager Jim Nagy praising the defensive class as the backbone of the
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December 3, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Head coach Brent Venables, general manager Jim Nagy praise 2026 #Sooners defensive recruits on national signing day.
Two local homelessness relief nonprofits received $2.5 million grants as part of Jeff Bezos’ Day 1 Families Fund.
Jeff Bezos’ Day 1 Families Fund to donate $2.5 million to two local homelessness relief nonprofits
Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, announced the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund will donate a cumulative $5 million five-year grant to two Oklahoma homeless relief nonprofits for its eighth annual
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December 3, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Two local homelessness relief nonprofits received $2.5 million grants as part of Jeff Bezos’ Day 1 Families Fund.
From Oklahoma Watch: The loss of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown has contributed to evictions in Oklahoma, with some families forced to choose between paying rent and feeding their children.
Loss of SNAP benefits during government shutdown contribute to evictions in Oklahoma
Kori Petty fell behind on her rent during the government shutdown and found herself in eviction court Thanksgiving week.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:31 PM
From Oklahoma Watch: The loss of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown has contributed to evictions in Oklahoma, with some families forced to choose between paying rent and feeding their children.
OU Undergraduate Student Congress established three surveys, expelled several members and appointed the 2025-26 election commissioner at its Tuesday meeting.
Undergraduate Student Congress establishes 4 surveys, expels members, appoints election commissioner
The Undergraduate Student Congress established surveys for housing, parking and public restrooms, expelled 10 members and appointed a new election commissioner at its meeting Tuesday.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
OU Undergraduate Student Congress established three surveys, expelled several members and appointed the 2025-26 election commissioner at its Tuesday meeting.
From Oklahoma Voice: Oklahoma teachers are urging the state to allow them to have a more prominent role in education policy decisions as focus shifts toward improving state education.
Oklahoma teachers argue for increased role in education policy decisions
OKLAHOMA CITY — While state leaders, the business community and political candidates intensify their focus on improving Oklahoma public education, complaints have grown among teachers that they should have a
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December 3, 2025 at 5:19 PM
From Oklahoma Voice: Oklahoma teachers are urging the state to allow them to have a more prominent role in education policy decisions as focus shifts toward improving state education.