Juneteenth: A Brief History

Juneteenth has been known by many names: National Independence Day, Freedom Day, Jubilee Day.

And now, as a national holiday.

President Joe Biden, June 17, 2021, officially recognized Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, as a national holiday. The University of Central Oklahoma is displaying its unconditional support . . .  read more

WATCH: Longtime OKC Musician and ACM Faculty Mike Hosty in Season Two Premiere of ‘Play It Loud’

One-man band Mike Hosty sings while playing drums and guitar during this Play It Loud webisode.

About the ‘Play It Loud’ Season Two Premiere

From Brandy McDonnell at NewsOK/The Oklahoman:

“Play It Loud,” an original music series that follows award-winning Oklahoma independent filmmaker Adam Hampton as he explores the state’s vibrant music scene, features well-known one-man band Mike Hosty in the first episode of its second season.

The installment opens with Hosty performing his . . .  read more

2015 Central Oklahoma Debate Institute Announcement

Dates: July 19-25, 2015

Costs:

Registration Before June 1 Cost of Institute: $300 Cost of Housing: $200

Registration After June 1 Cost of Institute: $350 Cost of Housing: :$225

Meal Plan: Cost $130 Covers 3 meals a day, M-F of the camp. The Institute will provide Dinner on Sunday July 19 and Breakfast on Saturday July 26 for everyone. . . .  read more