Senior Capstone Exhibit, UCO Art Department

Exhibit Dates: December 6 – 13 | Opening Reception: December 6, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

Featuring the work of Kayla Manrique (BFA in Studio Art) and a thesis poster presentation by Olivia Reyes (BA in Global Arts and Visual Culture)

#CFADWorks: Mariah Saffa

Mariah Saffa brushes her hair back, looking upward at the sky.

Hard at work in a 7,000-seat arena in northern Colorado, ACM@UCO alumna Mariah Saffa reflects on her path to a marketing career in the entertainment industry.

After receiving a B.A.T. in Music Business and a minor in Marketing from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2017, Saffa used the skills she gained through real-world industry experience at . . .  read more

#CFADWorks: Jessica Craddock

A gallery display of paintings featuring dried herbs, ink, and resin.

From her picturesque Colorado ranch, College of Fine Arts and Design alumna Jessica Craddock shares her journey to becoming the founder and owner of The Artist Market Co.

After graduating from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2010 with a B.F.A. in Painting, Craddock first learned the skills of gallery management while working for notable Oklahoma . . .  read more

Can exercise help you perform better at school and work?

By: Danyelle Dyer

Everyone knows that exercise can help improve your physical fitness and performance but did you know that exercise can also improve your mental performance at work and in the classroom. Exercise can do much more for your body then make you look good. It can also make you feel good.

 

Being active can help improve:

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Tart Cherry Juice: Fad or For Real

 In today’s society, stress is an everyday occurrence that people deal with in a variety of ways, healthy or unhealthy. Chronic or long-term stress can cause many problems psychologically and physically. Having healthy ways to deal with stress is an important tool for . . .  read more

Benefits of Drinking Water

November 8, 2018
By: Katie Miller

Benefits of Drinking Water

Do you struggle with your water intake? Do you know the potential benefits that water can do for your body? Below are just a handful of reasons why you should up your water game!

  • Increased Brain Power
  • Increased Energy
  • Flush out Toxins
  • Prevents Headaches
  • Improves Heart Health
  • Better Mood
  • Increased Digestion
  • Maximize Physical Performance

All of these positive outcomes of drinking water could be the difference in having bad day and having a great day. . . .  read more

4 Ways to Boost Fitness Motivation

11/13/18   By: Ashli Gissandaner

Start with small goals

 You can still reach larger goals by getting to them in smaller increments. You do not have to limit yourself in order to do so. For example: instead of trying to lose 15 pounds at once, start small with only trying to lose 5 pounds every so often to get to 15.

Reward Yourself

Creating an incentive can help accomplish . . .  read more

An ancient remedy to modern complaints

What is Cryotherapy?

Cryotherapy is the use of cold instruments such as ice or water as a way to treat injury or inflammation. According to the Dermatology Journal, cryotherapy dates back to the times of the ancient Egyptians and has evolved over . . .  read more

A Simple Remedy to Help Reduce Lower Back Pain

by: Justin Brous

According to the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke, approximately 80%, or four out of every five adults will experience some form of back pain throughout their lifetime. That is a staggering number that people should be more aware of in order to take the initiative into preventing future problems with chronic . . .  read more

#CFADWorks: Kevin Bergquist

As a Graphic Designer at Fulton Brewing Company in Minneapolis, MN, alumnus Kevin Bergquist demonstrates the skills he gained from the UCO College of Fine Arts and Design in his daily work.

Bergquist graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2014 with a B.F.A. in Graphic Design and a minor in Illustration. Since then, he has used his educational . . .  read more