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Emily High and Colum O’Connor’s Commons apartment, where they said a flea infestation forced them to leave during finals week. Photo provided by Colum O’Connor.
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Students Say UCO Housing Failed to Resolve Flea Problem
Mikaila Kraus, Reporter • May 22, 2026
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Troy Isbell, Videographer • January 20, 2026
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Emily High and Colum O’Connor’s Commons apartment, where they said a flea infestation forced them to leave during finals week. Photo provided by Colum O’Connor.
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Students Say UCO Housing Failed to Resolve Flea Problem
Mikaila Kraus, Reporter • May 22, 2026

Key Takeaways O’Connor and High said they reported a suspected source of the flea problem after a roommate brought an unregistered animal...

The storefront of Dress for Success Oklahoma City, a nonprofit organization that provides professional clothing and career support services for women. Photo courtesy of Dress for Success Oklahoma City.
UCO Alum Helps Women Rebuild Through Oklahoma City Dress for Success
Mikaila Kraus, Reporter • May 7, 2026

Key Takeaways UCO alum Alisa “Trang” Green founded the Oklahoma City branch of Dress for Success after immigrating to Oklahoma as a...

Prather acknowledges the crowd during his Spring 2026 Live Room performance.
Composer Premieres New Concerto in Final UCO Wind Symphony Performance
Kyler Lanning, Reporter • May 1, 2026

Prather has been composing his own music since he was in high school, eventually pursuing an undergraduate degree in percussion performance and...

The logo for the arts fesitval shows the Downtown Edmond Centennial Clock. (Provided Downtown Edmond Arts Festival)
What to Know Before You Go: Edmond Arts Festival 2026
Jessey Kollie, Reporter • May 1, 2026

Key Takeaways Downtown Edmond May 1–3 Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free Admission Free...

Andrew Frazier, Editor of The Independent View.
Opinion: Months Of Delays And Missing Records Show How UCO Handles Transparency
Andrew Frazier, Editor • May 7, 2026

Key Takeaways Records requests submitted over two semesters show delays, missing details and limited explanations. A request about spending...

Mikaila Kraus, reporter for The Independent View.
Opinion: Reflecting On The Indy, The Vista And Student Journalism
Mikaila Kraus, Reporter • May 7, 2026

This is my final column for The Independent View.  Even in moments of happiness, this year has been shaped by what happened to me in the...

A whiteboard illustrates questions around Fizz, bot activity and the app’s brand partners.
Fizz’s Authenticity Problem: Suspected Bot Activity Raises Questions
Michael Sherman, Reporter • May 5, 2026

Key Takeaways Fizz claims 95% of UCO students use the app, but a small campus survey found only nine of 30 students had it. High upvote...

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