Abby Broyles has spent most of her life either wanting to be a journalist or being one. Now, she’s challenging Sen. Jim Inhofe for his senate seat. After working at KFOR as a reporter and anchor covering the state capitol, she went to law school in hopes of advocating for Oklahomans in a way she […]
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Higher abdication
A group of Oklahomans demand sweeping reform at a local university. On Our Campus, a podcast co-hosted by former university dean Suzette Grillot and independent journalist Marty Peercy, was created to achieve that goal by shining light on corruption and misconduct at University of Oklahoma (OU). Its inaugural episode Sept. 7 featured calls recorded by […]
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Realized potential
In fall 2015, single mother of four Camille Dennis was enrolled in the nursing program at Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC), ready to venture down a path of continued education that would ultimately land her and her family in a more secure financial position. But there was an element of uncertainty surrounding her schooling. Her […]
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Chicken-Fried News: Bad news, good news
In tough budget times, higher education might be on the chopping block.
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“When you’re a first-generation college student, that distinction is not so clear,” Ellington said of the choice between for-profit colleges and accredited institutions like OU.
“When you’re a first-generation college student, that distinction is not so clear,” Ellington said of the choice between for-profit colleges and accredited institutions like OU.
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Chicken-Fried News: ‘Disgustingly inhumane’
An Oklahoma lawmaker threw a ridiculous, alarming, questionable budget-saving idea onto the list submitted by the House Republican Platform Caucus.
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Oklahoma’s college students spend over $22 million more to learn what they didn’t master in high school
In Oklahoma, remediation costs $22.2 million annually in extra tuition, according to a Center for American Progress report.
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Local task force focuses on improving students’ lives
OKCPS’ Northeast Task Force works to develop recommendations for change in northeast Oklahoma City schools.
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Black Chamber of Commerce fosters long-term community and business growth
Black Chamber of Commerce Metro Oklahoma City helps local black entrepreneurs accomplish their goals.
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“We’re looking for energy; we’re looking for ideas,” Green said.
“We’re looking for energy; we’re looking for ideas,” Green said.