In February 2005, the Oklahoma Student Volunteers
(OSV) put on the first annual "AWOL" (A Week of Love) event.
This event was filled with fundraising activities during the week
of February 14th-18th. All proceeds raised went to benefit one of
our own Sooners (Faculty, Staff, or Student) who have experienced
a significant life-changing event or illness and are in need of financial
assistance.
The recipient for "AWOL" is nominated by the OU community.
Anyone at the University of Oklahoma can nominate a person attending
OU who fits the AWOL criteria. Applications are available and submitted
on-line.
Last semester, OSV received 75 nominations. These nominations were
read by the OSV Advisor, OSV President, and an OSV Event chair woman.
After careful consideration, the first-ever AWOL Recipient was selected.