Under dark or light skies, in cold, warm, or windy weather, 12 women arrive early at Oglethorpe University to clean classrooms and offices before the day starts for students, professors, and staff. This has been supervisor of housekeeping Enma Valadez’s schedule for the past 27 years at Oglethorpe. Another housekeeper who wished to remain anonymous has kept the same schedule for six years. Both women and their co-workers create a clean environment for the staff, students and

Sean Aroni '27 was a part of the 2025-26 program created by Dr. Kate Keib in collaboration with the Atlanta Hawks to give students an opportunity to get hands-on experience in sports communication. Aroni focused on how the Atlanta Hawks communicate and reinforce their brand identity. Aroni also explored how their storytelling elements show up across digital and physical platforms, as well as how the in-arena experience aligns with these efforts.

When Dr. Justin Haynes first started working at Oglethorpe University in the fall of 2022, he heard talk about The Tower. This mythical name belongs to the university’s literary magazine that started over 50 years ago. The organization is named for its meeting place in the room at the very top of Lowry Hall—just over the museum. Its beginnings—similar to that of the Dead Poet’s Society with annual art events under the stars and twice-yearly poetry publications—fell to the way

Ten Oglethorpe students attended an Atlanta Hawks game on Nov. 4, 2025. Sitting courtside, they got an inside look at the behind-the-scenes happenings: the players warming up, the photographers adjusting their cameras, and the operations team completing their game-day responsibilities. Their visit to the State Farm Arena was part of a program created by Communications Studies Program Coordinator Kate Keib. The program was created to give students hands-on experience in sports

Recruited out of high school to compete as a college tennis player with no place to change, no place to get ready, no place to congregate with your team. An all-conference track and field athlete without the ability to compete in front of home fans and family or even practice safely on the track at their school. Lacrosse players at risk of torn ligaments, broken ankles, and piled turf beads while having shared locker rooms. These are not just stories. This is the real

Last semester, students received a survey link from Dr. Rhana Gittens Wheeler, the chief inclusive excellence officer, about the sense of community at Oglethorpe University. This survey is administered nationally by The Higher Education Data Sharing Consortium (HEDS) to undergraduate liberal arts colleges. HEDS, founded in 1983, is an independent non-profit corporation committed to helping liberal arts colleges advance their education, maintain inclusive excellence, and over

Sardines fly. Doors slam. Tempers flare. Lines are missed. Cues are blown. Injuries come about. Yet that is exactly what is supposed to happen. The latest production by Oglethorpe University Theatre, "Noises Off , " embraces chaos and turns it into comedy. "Noises Off" flyer | Photo via Oglethorpe Theatre Instagram The play, a farce built around a play within a play, by Michael Frayn follows a traveling theatre troupe all around England performing a production called "Nothing

During this time when ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) spreads uncertainty and fear in America, resources have not reached many undocumented students at Oglethorpe University. Students at the Intercultural Center | Photo via Oglethorpe University Not all undocumented students attending the university are aware of the support and aid the school provides them. Alexa Miranda, a commuting senior, is unaware of the aid that the university provides. “Oglethorpe lacks adeq

On March 19, the atrium of Lowry Hall was packed with people. Students, faculty, and other guests lined the walls and spilled into seats along the side of the room to hear Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Jericho Brown read from his collection of work. Photo via Oglethorpe University This event marked the third year of “Oglethorpe Out Loud,” a live poetry series created by alumna Leah Hughes ’88. Previous speakers include Oglethorpe alumna Aline Mello ’12 and award-winning writer

As adaptive sports continue to grow, the conversation around them often does not. Athletes with a disability find themselves in the shadows of non-disabled athletes. Organizations like the Atlanta Hawks basketball team focus their efforts on giving adaptive sports the spotlight they deserve. Photo via BlazeSports website In partnership since 2013, The Atlanta Hawks have supported The BlazeSports America Jr. Hawks wheelchair basketball team through donations for uniforms, equi

Students at Chick-fil-A, Inc. On Feb, 6, Oglethorpe University sophomores spread throughout Atlanta for the first Oglethorpe Goes to Work Day. Twenty different businesses opened up their work spaces, including Woodruff Arts Center, Atlanta Braves, and The Coca-Cola Company. Students across campus have divided opinions on the initiative and the overall impact of career services. Oglethorpe Goes to Work Day is the first event of its kind. The idea was first conceptualized by Pr

Rima Fujita, H. H. the 14th Dalai Lama – Spreading Love, mixed media on paper, 20″ x 18″ Courtesy of the artist Oglethorpe University Museum of Art (OUMA) welcomed a new exhibit in a soft opening called Extraordinary Life of His Holiness the 14 th Dalai Lama: An Illuminated Journey by Rima Fujita on Feb. 13. The exhibit had a larger opening on Feb. 20. with the artist herself, Rima Fujita. Fujita is a Japanese-American Buddhist who connected directly with the Dalai Lama a

Student organizations at Oglethorpe University do far more than plan events—they serve as a driving force behind campus culture, shaping the way students experience belonging, identity, and community. By creating spaces for dialogue, representation, and celebration, student-led groups make inclusion a lived reality for their peers each day. Photo via Oglethorpe HOLA Instagram For many students, these organizations are where leadership begins. Serving as club presidents, event

For many Oglethorpe students, their day starts long before their first class. While resident students can get out of bed and walk to class in a matter of minutes, commuter students live a different reality: navigating Atlanta traffic, catching the MARTA train, or finding a parking spot on a busy morning. The difference in daily routines shapes not only their schedules but also their levels of stress and social lives. Oglethorpe commuter lounge, opened 2024 | Photo via Ogletho

In Oglethorpe’s Hearst Hall, the OU community gathered to help solve the "murder" of six of the Petrel Page Turners executive board members. On Nov. 21, guests arrived dressed to the nines and the room quickly filled with anticipation. In collaboration with The Tower, OU’s literary magazine, the murder mystery dinner offered a fun night of food, drinks, and a touch of deception. The event celebrated the Petrel Page Turners and The Tower coming together at the end of the Fall

“Grab a seat, and let me play the blues for you,” invites Devin Shamel at the start of his TikTok videos. Often found with his resonator guitar, Shamel is dedicated to spreading the influence of an obscure genre of music that has recently found a place in the mainstream scene: Delta blues. Devin Shamel | Photo by Devin Shamel Born and raised in Atlanta, the 28-year-old musician started his career as a rapper; his first song was a Drake cover at age 13. “The reason I started [

The OU Theatre Department will debut its first performance of the academic year, William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” on Friday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. in the Conant Performing Arts Center. The production features a cast and crew of students, is headed by guest director January LaVoy , and will include original compositions by Nico Gutierrez , visiting assistant professor of music. "Twelfth Night" promotion graphic | Photo courtesy of OU Theatre Hilarious yet heartfelt, “Tw

In close proximity to the city of Atlanta, Oglethorpe University (OU) students have access to countless opportunities beyond the classroom. Atlanta is home to a multitude of Fortune 500 companies, including Delta Air Lines, The Coca-Cola Co., UPS, Home Depot, and many more. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers 2024 Job Outlook Report , employers rank having internship experience as one of the top attributes when hiring. Oglethorpe University Career

Under the dim chandelier light of historic Hearst Hall, rows of students, faculty, and alumni listened silently as English and creative writing professor Justin Haynes , Ph.D., read an excerpt from his first full-length novel “Ibis .” ​ The author reading was part of the Oct. 22 Alumni Book Club Meeting hosted by alum Richard Bakare ’03, which was open to the Oglethorpe community beyond the normal alumni group in honor of Haynes’s publication. Left to right: Justin Haynes, R

The closure of the campus coffee shop, Stormy Brews, has been puzzling students since the beginning of the school year. Many students have used the café in the past as a place to study, catch up with friends, and get a snack or drink, but Stormy Brews has been vacant for nearly two months. Stormy Brews café | Photo by Georgia Earls Rumors have been circulating regarding the reason for the unexplained shutdown, including a widespread story that the cafe was serving food with