City of Tulsa

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Let’s check in with Bryce, a Film Studies and Creative Writing sophomore who grew up in nearby Kellyville, Oklahoma. Even though his hometown is less than an hour’s drive away, Bryce says he’s learned a lot about Tulsa since attending TU and is excited to share some of his favorite hangouts and experiences with us. Let’s get rolling, Bryce.

– Thank you so much, Alex. Hello everyone. When it comes to deciding what college to attend, there are a number of factors to consider. Whether it be how close you are to home, the on-campus community, or the amount of opportunities the school has to offer, everyone has something they have to have at their dream college. In my case, I wanted to go to school somewhere I could always find something to do, and what better place than the University of Tulsa. Having grown up in the Tulsa area, I knew I would always have something to do, but I didn’t quite realize how much there was to do until I was actually living in the city. With places like the Mother Road Market, I’m constantly finding new places to explore right next to campus. Being a film student, my favorite places to hang out in Tulsa are The Admiral Twin or Circle Cinema, two historic movie theaters that have been featured in films like The Outsiders, and used for various events and screenings. Even if movies aren’t your thing, there are a ton of places across Tulsa like The Gathering Place or Tulsa Zoo to keep you entertained. The best part about having these places around campus is how easy the University of Tulsa makes it to get involved. The University works closely with the organizations in the area to offer TU students internships. Students use the skills they’re developing in the classroom to get early experience in their fields. I’ve just made it through my first year at the University of Tulsa and I’ve still got a lot to learn. Thanks to TU and its wonderful faculty, I’m on the right path to succeeding as a filmmaker. Thanks, everyone. Back to you, Alex.

– And cut. What a great city for an aspiring filmmaker and here’s a fun fact: Writer S.E. Hinton wrote the novel, The Outsiders, while she was a high school student just a few blocks from where I’m standing right now. And the book was published while she was a freshman at TU. We wish you the same success, Bryce. Thanks for sharing your story.