Rachael Morris ’24 is a sophomore theatre major. “I did color guard for about two years. I could only do it for that long because I turned my focus to theatre, and it was really hard to do both. I wish there was a world where I could have done both, because I have a […]
Each year, Oglethorpe’s graduating class launches a “Seniors for Students” fundraising campaign as a way to leave their legacy on campus. This year’s senior gift campaign, led by Senior Class President Makayla Adams ’22, is raising funds for the Monte Hahn Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship honors the memory of Monte Hahn, a member of the […]
Today, students, faculty and staff celebrated one of Oglethorpe’s beloved traditions — Oglethorpe Day. The sun shone brightly as the campus community gathered for the event for the first time since 2020. This annual tradition celebrates the university’s namesake, James Edward Oglethorpe. It is on Oglethorpe Day that we are reminded of the motto of […]
Freshman class president Ashleigh Ewald ’25 recently launched and is hosting “The Stormy Petrel Times,” a new podcast devoted to helping Oglethorpe students feel connected and informed. Named after OU’s mascot, The Stormy Petrel Times will offer weekly content, including the latest campus news and interviews with students, faculty, and staff who are making a difference […]
Oglethorpe Day is just around the corner! On Wednesday, Feb. 9, the beloved OU celebration returns for a day of school spirit and camaraderie. Oglethorpe Day is a yearly tradition honoring the lasting legacy of the university’s namesake, General James Edward Oglethorpe. A philanthropist, military leader, and member of Parliament, Oglethorpe was regarded as one of Britain’s most […]
Next Monday, Jan. 17 is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a federal holiday honoring the indelible contributions of the civil rights giant. Oglethorpe University will recognize this national holiday with several days of virtual programming with a civil rights focus, including guest lectures, a film screening and a student-led panel. Traditionally, Oglethorpe University honors this holiday […]
Oglethorpe University President Nick Ladany has issued a public comment in response to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s proposed rule, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), published Sept. 28, 2021. DACA is a federal immigration policy to allow undocumented immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as minors to legally remain in the country […]
Watch the full livestream of the Boar’s Head celebration here: In a welcome return to Oglethorpe traditions, the Boar’s Head celebration — complete with musical performances, carols and an introduction of the newest members of Omicron Delta Kappa — was held in the Conant Performing Arts Center last Friday, Dec 3. This was the 77th […]
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force plays a crucial role in creating and sustaining an inclusive campus community. Members work with the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Dr. Laura Renée Chandler to identify, develop, and implement strategies that move the university forward. This fall, new members of the DEI Task Force […]
In September of 2019 — while I was still a junior in high school — I started my own beauty business. Everything I did was through Instagram, at first. I used the tools available in the app to market lip gloss that was inclusive, cruelty-free and sustainable. I wanted to create a brand where every […]