OUDaily.com | Paige Lawler

Though strong in state, Christianity sees drop-off in numbers

May 5, 2009 | 6 comments

Oklahoma is known as part of the “Bible Belt,” where people cling to their faith, especially during times of struggle. READ MORE

Dealing with stress key during finals

December 15, 2008 | 0 comments

The holidays seem to be full of cheer, but the season can also come with unwanted stress, especially for students. Finals week can bring students unwanted pressure and some can be lost when it comes to dealing with it. READ MORE

Handicap can’t slow down exchange student

December 12, 2008 | 0 comments

Linguistics junior Laura Valderrama talks to her mom by webcam almost every day. READ MORE

December’s graduating seniors may walk before finals

December 10, 2008 | 0 comments

Although some seniors are sticking around Norman after finals for convocation ceremonies, others will walk before taking their exams. READ MORE

Prices take off, leave passengers behind

November 24, 2008 | 0 comments

Times are tough, the economy is down and airline prices are soaring as crowds flock to airport terminals and highways during the holiday season. READ MORE

Students talk about indecision in their academic paths

November 20, 2008 | 1 comment

University College sophomore Becca DeFoe has switched her major almost 11 times. She has no idea what she wants to do after college. Defoe said she asks herself everyday, “What do I want to major in today?” READ MORE

Students ‘sidetracked’ before UOSA fall election

November 14, 2008 | 0 comments

After one of the most historic national elections in U.S. history, student government elections didn’t generate much interest. READ MORE

No free time for ‘super students’

November 13, 2008 | 0 comments

Architecture sophomore Beth Pearcy does not believe in free time. She is the human embodiment of the Energizer Bunny. READ MORE

Documentary ‘Starvation Doctrine’ shows tonight

November 7, 2008 | 0 comments

A 4-year-old girl illegally immigrated to the U.S. with her family 13 years ago. Now suffering from kidney failure at age 17, she doesn’t have legal rights to Medicaid or health insurance. READ MORE

Republicans win majority of state offices for first time

November 5, 2008 | 0 comments

Local Republicans waited anxiously at a Norman restaurant for the results of the 2008 elections. READ MORE

TOMS ‘Style Your Sole’ event walks on campus

October 28, 2008 | 1 comment

When Blake Mycoskie visited Argentina for the first time, he fell in love with the country and the people, especially the children. But he noticed something was missing: No one had any shoes. READ MORE

Sophomore dies after cancer battle

October 22, 2008 | 1 comment

Drama sophomore Amy Boe, who had fought cancer since high school, died Monday evening at her home in Houston. READ MORE

Communications senior wins Miss OU pageant

October 22, 2008 | 2 comments

A Sooner is one step closer to the Miss America pageant. Taylor Treat was crowned Miss OU among 11 other contestants, and will compete in the 2008 Miss Oklahoma pageant in June against 40 other women. If she wins the Miss Oklahoma pageant she could go on to compete in the Miss America pageant. READ MORE

OU Career Services use skyrockets

October 17, 2008 | 0 comments

Since OU Career Services began offering its services for free, the number of students who use the program has skyrocketed. READ MORE

Oklahoma gas prices fall on lower crude oil prices

October 16, 2008 | 0 comments

Gas prices are down — way down. Some Oklahomans may be surprised to see prices lower than there have been since the spring, despite the turmoil in the economy. READ MORE

Construction science students build city greenhouse

October 5, 2008 | 0 comments

Construction science students traded their pens and pencils for augers and hammers Friday and Saturday to help the Norman community grow. READ MORE

Debate continues over genetically modified foods

September 25, 2008 | 0 comments

Large numbers of crops today are genetically modified, creating higher yields for consumers but putting pressure on smaller farmers. READ MORE

Students meditate for world peace

September 22, 2008 | 0 comments

Oklahoma City residents promoted world peace this weekend when several citizens and OU students gathered in the city to reflect and meditate. The U.N. International Day of Peace was Sunday, but local celebrations began with the first World Peace Meditation at 6 p.m. Saturday on the state Capitol’s north plaza. READ MORE

Paralyzed yoga instructor speaks on the power of mind, body, spirit

September 18, 2008 | 0 comments

When Matthew Sanford was 13 years old, a car crash on an icy Iowa road killed his sister and father and left him paralyzed from the chest down. Today, the 42-year-old is a yoga instructor. READ MORE

Students commemorate Constitution

September 18, 2008 | 0 comments

Students and faculty gathered Wednesday in the OU Joe C. and Carole Kerr McClendon Honors College to celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. READ MORE

$3.8M NOAA grant funds weather research for 5 years

September 17, 2008 | 0 comments

OU weather researchers will soon be able to do more than scratch the surface of their studies with a $3.8 million grant. READ MORE

Habitat for Humanity swings into action

September 16, 2008 | 0 comments

Local golfers broke out their clubs Monday to help a local woman fulfill her dream of owning a home. The Trails Golf Club hosted the third annual Habitat for Humanity Golf Tournament. READ MORE

Substance abuse high in Norman

September 12, 2008 | 1 comment

A recent survey revealed that substance abuse in Norman is worse than in most Oklahoma cities, causing alarm among some citizens. READ MORE

OU-Texas tickets sell out before lunch

September 10, 2008 | 0 comments

The Red River Rivalry had hundreds of students rolling out of bed well before their earliest classes Tuesday. Students bombarded soonersports.com Tuesday when tickets to OU’s annual football game against the University of Texas went on sale at 7 a.m. READ MORE

Food Services says it’s easy being green

September 10, 2008 | 0 comments

Housing and Food Services is going green this week to promote healthy eating and clean living habits. READ MORE

Campus bikers learn safe navigation

September 3, 2008 | 0 comments

This summer, gas prices skyrocketed and some students started riding bikes instead of driving cars, causing frustration for drivers, bikers and pedestrians. READ MORE

OKC houses hundreds of Gustav evacuees

September 3, 2008 | 0 comments

The heart of Hurricane Gustav struck Houma, La., on Monday, and Oklahomans have offered some evacuees a place to temporarily call home. READ MORE

Republican legislators call for young volunteers

September 2, 2008 | 0 comments

With the presidential election approaching, the OU College Republicans are excited because two Oklahoma legislators are calling for college volunteers, said Reese Nixon, secretary of College Republicans and an energy management sophomore. READ MORE

Game day hassles alleviated

August 29, 2008 | 0 comments

OU football is often celebrated for bringing excitement, tradition and money to Norman. But when 80,000 people descend on Jenkins Avenue and Lindsey Street, they bring something else as well: parking hassles. READ MORE

Red Rally marks 15th edition

August 29, 2008 | 0 comments

The Big Red Rally is a campus-wide pep rally and an OU custom, but this year the Campus Activities Council is mixing things up, said Katie Smith, the Big Red Rally chair and microbiology senior. READ MORE

New students get big ‘howdy’

August 24, 2008 | 0 comments

Brief bursts of rain did not stop Howdy Week from kicking off Sunday with New Sooner Orientation. Although several clubs packed up and went home, most of the booths continued to recruit new Sooners. The two hour event on the Walker-Adams Mall provided hundreds of new students with a chance to become acquainted with various OU clubs. READ MORE

Campus involvement key to students’ success

August 21, 2008 | 0 comments

Getting involved is often a top priority for incoming freshmen who want to experience all that college has to offer. READ MORE

Articles by Paige Lawler