Good morning, Norman.

OU announced in August that Shishir Shah will serve as its first chief artificial intelligence officer and director of the School of Computer Science.

He is leading a plan to integrate AI into research and academics with a focus on ethical use and environmental impact — an effort that supports OU's eight-year strategy.

Restaurants and grocery chains in the metro area are offering Thanksgiving pre-order options — from heat-and-serve meals to frozen spreads — to help families simplify holiday preparations.

Order deadlines vary, with some vendors requiring orders by Nov. 8 and others accepting orders up to Nov. 26.

OU women's basketball will begin the 2025-26 season with high hopes as coach Jennie Baranczyk said the team plans a deep tournament run.

The squad returns key players such as Raegan Beers and Payton Verhulst and welcomes top recruit Aaliyah Chavez from Monterey High School—her skill is expected to boost the team's play.

Coach Porter Moser and the OU men's basketball team hosted Saint Francis on Monday, Nov.

3 at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman at 7:30 p.m. The game was shown on SEC Network+Saint Francis is led by first-season coach Luke McConnell after a 16-18 record last season.

OU Skate Club hosted its first skateboarding competition against (Texas A&M) on Saturday afternoon, with mini events, live music, and vendors selling art to fund the team; the club won three of five events and plans to hold more intercollegiate contests in the future.

Former OU star Jeremiah Fears scored 16 points for the Pelicans in his homecoming game against the Thunder while his former coach Porter Moser and the OU teams cheered him on—thrust into the starting lineup because of injuries, he will continue to work hard and build his role in the NBA.

During Monday's OU women's basketball season opener at Lloyd Noble Center, Raegan Beers scored 29 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as OU beat Belmont 84-67—her Bruins freshman sister Rylie watched from the bench in a rare family reunion setting.

OU football will travel to Tuscaloosa to face Alabama at 2:30 p.m. on November 15 at Bryant-Denny Stadium on ABC—following their playoff win at Tennessee last Saturday—while Alabama, coming off a bye week, prepares to host LSU with quarterback Ty Simpson in the Heisman race.

The Oklahoman’s fall sports athlete of the week poll, presented by Landmark Fine Homes, ran on oklahoman.com (Oct.

27 to Nov. 2) with local high school athletes competing for the accolade. Voting ended at noon November 2 after readers cast their ballots online.

University Sing 2025 - Thursday

7-8 p.m. — Reynolds Performing Arts Center — $22.49 — Enjoy a captivating night of performances at this all-ages event.

OKiCON 2025

2:00 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Norman Hotel & Conference Center — $65.92 — Experience three days of Japanese art, music, and culture at this vibrant anime convention.

Ram Run at Ruby Grant Park

9-11 a.m. — Ruby Grant Park Playground — Cost varies — Enjoy a 5K and fun run benefitting Victory Family School with shirts, medals, and a finish line celebration.

Peggy Johnson - Depot Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Depot — Ticketed entry — Enjoy a night of acoustic music in an intimate setting featuring renowned artists.

Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs. Kansas City Roos

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Beer, Soda & Popcorn — Cheer on the Sooners as they take on Kansas City in a fun Hoops for Troops event.

Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly activities, food, and diverse performances leading up to the tree lighting.

Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs East Texas A&M

6-7:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Beer, Soda & Popcorn — Celebrate Native American Heritage Night with an exciting basketball showdown.

Oklahoma Sooners vs. Oral Roberts Golden Eagles

7-9 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Takeover — Enjoy a night of college basketball with affordable snacks and drinks.

Oklahoma Sooners vs. Missouri Tigers Football

11 AM – 1 PM — Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling college football matchup between the Sooners and Tigers.

Alcorn State Braves vs. Oklahoma Sooners Basketball

1-2:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling college basketball action between the Braves and Sooners.