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FYE Programs
Fire and Water
The freshmen “Fire and Water” is a traditional end of the year dinner and celebration coordinated by and honoring first year students and their successful transition into college.
The focus is on rejoicing in achievements and new friendships and overcoming negative experiences and memories.
The ceremony celebrates both the individual student and the freshman class as a whole. This celebratory dinner is an event no one will want to miss!
OCU Leads
OCULeads is a program designed to honor and develop leadership skills of freshman students who have already demonstrated these abilities through various social, academic, and volunteer organizations during high school.
What Does OCU Leads Do?
Members are encouraged to discover their individual strengths through a variety of activities including…
- Participating in two unique retreats which encourage team-building and cooperation
- Planning and creating service projects
- Hearing presentations given by local business, civic, and campus leaders
- Hosting and coordinating the end of year freshman rite-of-passage ceremony, Fire and Water
OCULeads members and alumni have shown to be the most effective leaders on campus since the program’s inception in 2001.
Members meet every Tuesday from 1:00-2:00 in the Watson Lounge of the Bishop Angie Smith Chapel.
$1,500 scholarships for one year
1 credit hour course for both fall and spring semester of you freshman year
Fabulous 50
Each November, the top 50 freshmen of the class are recognized for their strong academic credentials at a gathering in the President's home.
This celebration of success is a milestone of the freshman year in preparation for your Fall semester finals. It is such an honor to be included!
Amanda Wrede, Assistant Director of Student Life
awrede@okcu.edu, 405.208.7900
Phi Eta Sigma
What is Phi Eta Sigma?
Phi Eta Sigma is a national honor society for college freshmen. Our goal is to encourage and reward academic excellence among first-year students at Oklahoma City University. The oldest and largest freshman honor society, Phi Eta Sigma was founded at the University of Illinois on March 22, 1923.
Who is eligible to join?
All first-year students are eligible to join who have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale at the close of the fall semester.
Is Phi Eta Sigma a social fraternity?
Although there are social events, we are not a social fraternity. There is a dignified induction ceremony to which your parents and friends may be invited. We also host projects and activities promoting academic excellence and campus and community service.
Does joining Phi Eta Sigma prohibit me from joining a social fraternity or sorority?
No. Oklahoma City University encourages all students to participate with student organizations, and Phi Eta Sigma does not limit this option.
Must I maintain my average?
No. Lifetime membership is conferred upon induction.
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