OUDaily.com | Caitlin Harrison

Families of bombing victims still struggling

April 19, 2010 | 0 comments

When Barbara Williams’ husband dropped her off at her Oklahoma City workplace the morning of April 19, 1995, it was like any other day. Just the usual morning routine. No indicators terror might strike. Or that this was the last chance she’d have to kiss him goodbye. READ MORE

Dreams come true for two John Mayer fans

March 8, 2010 | 1 comment

When Ford Center employees asked for Shelby Henrici’s and Chelsea Kuwitky’s tickets as they reached their seats at the John Mayer concert Friday in Oklahoma City, the two OU students didn’t think much of it. READ MORE

System to catch uninsured motorists to be considered

December 9, 2009 | 2 comments

Oklahoma is considering setting up about 200 cameras on roadways across the state as a new way to catch uninsured motorists. READ MORE

Student zombies bring dead week to campus

December 7, 2009 | 4 comments

For four OU students, dead week is, in fact, dead. Or at least zombies are, anyway. READ MORE

Legislature to discuss ways to close state budget gap

December 4, 2009 | 0 comments

The Oklahoma House Appropriations subcommittees are meeting in a pre-session hearing this week and next week to discuss the ongoing state budget shortfall. READ MORE

State health care bill could cost Okla. millions, agency says

December 3, 2009 | 0 comments

The health care reform bill approved by the State House last month could cost the state more than $128 million per year by its third year of implementation, according to estimates from a state health authority. READ MORE

OU Board of Regents approves plan for joint medical program

December 2, 2009 | 0 comments

The OU Board of Regents approved plans to establish a joint four-year community medical education program with the University of Tulsa during their December meeting Tuesday in the Scholars Room of the Oklahoma Memorial Union. READ MORE

Basketball ticket seekers, look no further

November 30, 2009 | 0 comments

Students who want to obtain, sell or give away an OU men’s basketball ticket no longer have to look any further than Facebook. READ MORE

International students adapt to new perceptions of time, spacing

November 23, 2009 | 0 comments

Haiying Kong is never sure exactly what time to arrive when she’s invited to an event. READ MORE

New York Times reporter speaks to students

November 19, 2009 | 0 comments

Richard Oppel, Jr. is no stranger to international affairs, but he said Wednesday while visiting OU that more newspapers are unaccustomed to foreign issues than ever before. READ MORE

Philanthropy network appeals to women

November 18, 2009 | 0 comments

OU may see an increase in financial donations made by women with the creation of a new philanthropy network. READ MORE

Okla. economy sees first sign of upturn

November 16, 2009 | 1 comment

State revenues were down for the 10th straight month in October, but the state treasurer has tried to see the positive in the situation. READ MORE

Families bring abuse to an end

November 5, 2009 | 0 comments

Editor’s note: Lauren’s name has been changed to protect her and her family’s safety. READ MORE

Sinking revenues may force use of Okla. Rainy Day Fund

November 4, 2009 | 0 comments

Budget cuts of 5 percent for state agencies will continue through the rest of the fiscal year due to a continuing revenue slump, Gov. Brad Henry warned last week. READ MORE

Federal government urged to provide road funding

October 30, 2009 | 0 comments

In order to make the state’s roads and bridges safer, Oklahoma Republican lawmakers urged the federal government Thursday to act quickly to provide state road funding. READ MORE

Life-long love of sports leads OU student to wheelchair basketball

October 29, 2009 | 0 comments

After a three-story fall left him in a wheelchair four years ago, Jordan Gingrich never thought he would play sports again. READ MORE

Health care provisions will not take effect until 2013

October 23, 2009 | 0 comments

As Congress inches closer to passing a health care reform bill, many things remain uncertain, but one isn’t: Most of the bill’s major provisions won’t take effect until 2013. READ MORE

OU receives average grade in sustainability survey

October 20, 2009 | 2 comments

OU earned an overall score of “C” — a drop from the “C+” it earned last year — in a recently released national survey evaluating sustainability of colleges and universities. READ MORE

Representative appointed as new Oklahoma House Speaker

October 20, 2009 | 0 comments

Kris Steele, R-Shawnee, was elected today as House Speaker-designate for the Oklahoma House of Representatives. READ MORE

OU to receive compensation, share of revenue for hosting U2 concert

October 14, 2009 | 2 comments

OU will receive more than $500,000 for hosting the U2 concert Sunday, with $300,000 for service fees and another $200,000 to rent the field, according to the Aug. 10 licensing contract. READ MORE

Student challenges loss of position in campus group

October 13, 2009 | 3 comments

When Jay Cooper’s grades caused his removal from an administrative student position last summer, with no opportunity for contest or reapplication even after he raised his grade-point average, he was stunned. READ MORE

Decision on health care legislation approaching

October 8, 2009 | 0 comments

Washington legislators are making the final push this week on the health care overhaul, and students — especially those about to graduate — will likely be one of the groups impacted most, an OU political science professor said. READ MORE

Stoops devotes time to cancer patients, awareness

October 5, 2009 | 5 comments

When TJ Hutchings first met head football coach Bob Stoops five years ago, it didn’t involve any connection to sports, football or even OU. READ MORE

Financial contributions decline for state political candidates

October 1, 2009 | 0 comments

Oklahoma political candidates and their supporting organizations saw a reduction in overall contributions this year, causing one candidate to drop out of the race altogether. READ MORE

Recolonized Sigma Chi tries to move forward

September 30, 2009 | 0 comments

The president of Sigma Chi has said his fraternity is trying to move forward and get past several years of trials. READ MORE

The Lost World

September 25, 2009 | 0 comments

Katherine Rose had never thought she would enjoy being without a cell phone. READ MORE

Counter protesters turnout against Westboro Baptist at Hillel

September 18, 2009 | 3 comments

Members of Westboro Baptist Church forcefully protested the Rosh Hashanah holiday in front of Hillel today, while another crowd protested and shouted across the street in opposition. READ MORE

OU Regents approve new programs and projects

September 18, 2009 | 1 comment

OU will create a doctor of nursing practice degree to begin spring 2011 in the College of Nursing, as approved Friday by the OU Board of Regents. READ MORE

Democratic leader-elect chosen by caucus

September 18, 2009 | 0 comments

Sen. Andrew Rice to lead party from 2011-12 READ MORE

Health care bill likely to be signed by end of year

September 16, 2009 | 2 comments

The recent news buzz about health care reform may have left some students confused about exactly what’s being discussed—and how they will be affected. READ MORE

Pride welcomes new feature twirler

September 11, 2009 | 1 comment

If you’d asked Megan McGeary last year what she dreamed of doing this fall, she’d tell you she hoped to twirl in front of more than 80,000 people every weekend while living in Oklahoma. READ MORE

Republicans prepare for upcoming governor elections

September 10, 2009 | 0 comments

After monumental gains for Oklahoma Republicans in last year’s election, the GOP could continue that momentum in 2010 — with a possibility of taking simultaneous control of both the executive and legislative branches of government for the first time in history. READ MORE

Student visits Philippines for missionary work

September 1, 2009 | 0 comments

OU may always remain a rival of the University of Florida, but one OU student is proving that when you’re working to change lives halfway around the world, any rivalry can be overcome. READ MORE

Bill being created to penalize texting while driving

August 27, 2009 | 2 comments

When 22-year-old Justin Pittman sent a text message while driving one evening last June in his hometown of Pottsboro, Texas, he never dreamed it would be his last. READ MORE

Book vouchers must be used for books

August 25, 2009 | 0 comments

OU hands out thousands of dollars in textbook money to numerous students every semester. But it’s clear some students aren’t always spending that money — or at least all of it — on its intended purpose. READ MORE

Oklahoma Democrats push for state healthcare reform

August 21, 2009 | 0 comments

Oklahoma County Democrats urged passage of healthcare reform legislation Thursday at the Capitol, stating healthcare should be available and affordable for every citizen. READ MORE

OU's budget defies economic trend

August 20, 2009 | 0 comments

OU will see no increase in tuition and fees this year despite a near 5 percent state budget cut equaling nearly $1 million for August alone. READ MORE

UOSA laptop lending program gets upgrade

December 12, 2008 | 1 comment

Students do not have to go far — or pay a thing — if they want to use a new Apple or Dell laptop next semester. READ MORE

Voters pass sales tax for county jail

December 10, 2008 | 0 comments

Even though turnout was low, Cleveland County voters approved one-fourth penny sales tax Tuesday to fund the construction of a new jail in Norman. READ MORE

Students’ roads to BCS Championship vary because of cost

December 10, 2008 | 0 comments

When Jon Skuta came to OU, his dad promised if OU ever made it to the National Championship game, he would be going — no questions asked. “Finally being able to go my senior year is kind of a good way to end my four years here at OU,” said Skuta, public affairs and administration student. “So I’ve been looking forward to this for years.” READ MORE

Voters decide today on sales tax for new county jail

December 9, 2008 | 0 comments

Cleveland County citizens will vote today for a county-wide sales tax that plans to build a new jail in Norman. The one-fourth penny sales tax would fund a new facility located at Franklin Road and 24th Avenue N.W. READ MORE

Student survey gives ideas on new initiatives

December 4, 2008 | 2 comments

A campus bike program and new metered parking spots are a few changes UOSA will soon make to campus parking. READ MORE

New academic center aims to build foundation of success

December 4, 2008 | 0 comments

Students often need to travel to various buildings across campus for academic tutoring, but the opening of a new service center in January will make help a one-stop shop. READ MORE

Young adults feel impact of slow economy

November 25, 2008 | 0 comments

Oklahoma finally is feeling the effects of the economic downturn, with unemployment climbing and expected to hit young adults harder than any other group, according to experts. READ MORE

Couch Cafeteria moves toward 'fine dining' experience

November 25, 2008 | 1 comment

After Couch Cafeteria’s renovation is complete next year, eating in the cafeteria will be similar to fine dining, said Dave Annis, director of Housing and Food Services. READ MORE

Local foods to be more prevalent at OU

November 21, 2008 | 0 comments

OU plans to double the amount of locally- grown foods it serves by next fall, the next step in a long-running attempt to increase the among of local food available on campus. READ MORE

Students brave cold night for Tech tix

November 20, 2008 | 0 comments

Students were serious about getting tickets to the Texas Tech football game—so serious that several dozen braved the cold to camp out all night outside the ticket office Wednesday night. READ MORE

New candidates, incumbents preparing for 2010 campaigns

November 18, 2008 | 0 comments

The presidential election may be over, but the fundraising cycle for Oklahoma candidates running in 2010 has just begun. READ MORE

University presidents’ salaries rising with tuition

November 18, 2008 | 2 comments

During an economic downturn, tuition is on the rise, but so are the salaries of presidents at public universities, according to a new report released Monday by The Chronicle of Higher Education. READ MORE

Author: More going hungry as food gap widens

November 12, 2008 | 0 comments

The U.S. may be the wealthiest nation on Earth, but that does not mean it is immune to poverty and hunger — in fact, the food gap is widening faster than ever. READ MORE

Articles by Caitlin Harrison