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saying our goodbyes Don’t lose hope. You’re almost there! For some of us, it means the end of another semester. For others, it means the end of an era.

While most of us here at ESCAPE will be continuing on at OU, our Assistant Editor Kate McPherson will be graduating and moving on to bigger and better things. Our editor’s photo this week is a tribute to her as we wish her good luck on her journey. And we must say, she’s looking pretty fine in her senior pictures.

For those of you who are graduating, check out our tips on decorating your graduation cap (pg. 6). If you’re sticking around, be sure to discover a few ways you can occupy yourself this summer (pg. 4).

There will be a few changes in ESCAPE’s future next semester, but the details are still under wraps. All we can tell you is to look for us each Thursday. We’ll see you around!

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contents 3 what’s your summer?

4 top three summer treats 6 don your cap 7 need inspiration?

8 welcome the heat

megan deaton, escape editor, Asssistant ESCAPE Editor Kate McPherson looks lovely in her senior @meggiejennie photo. Congrats Kate!

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top 3 look ahead: Keaton bell | Pop culture

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One look at Angelina Jolie in costume as the “Mistress of All Evil” and you would think she was born for the role of Maleficent. From her piercing eyes to her sultry voice, Jolie perfectly embodies what made the woman so menacing in the 1959 animated film. Add in the moody tone of the trailer and an impressive cast including Elle Fanning and Sharlto Copley, and Maleficent is looking like a dark fantasy right out of our dreams.

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ummer is upon us and with it comes a whole slew of movies, books and music to help get us in the mood. The past summer had its cinematic ups (“The Heat,” “The Conjuring,” “Blue Jasmine”), musical lows (Robin Thicke “Blurred Lines,” everything One Direction), and televised in-betweens (“Sharknado”).

It was a fun year, but summer 2014 is already shaping up to be more of a thrill ride with a whole slew of pop culture events waiting to be discovered. Well, that and a few million superhero movies you’re most likely already hyped about.

So whether you’re ready to see the X-Men of past and present fighting together or force yourself to sit through a movie called “Sharknado 2: The Second One,” here’s a guide for some pop culture events we’re most excited about:

penny dreadful (may 11 on showtime) jersey boys (June 20)

Already a smash hit on Broadway, “Jersey Boys” tells the real-life story of The Four Seasons. While it may seem like just another adaptation, director Clint Eastwood has done something few directors have ever been willing to do when it comes to movie musicals: hire the original Broadway cast. With its theatre pedigree still intact, “Jersey Boys” might just be the surprise hit of the summer.

the fault in our stars (june 6)

maleficent (may 30)

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You won’t find any love triangles, dystopian settings or evil empires in this young adult flick.

Based on John Green’s novel, “The Fault In Our Stars” tells the unorthodox love story between Hazel and Gus, two teenagers who meet at a cancer support group. Witty, unconventional and endearing, Green’s novel holds a special place in the hearts of readers who fell in love with the fictional couple, but Green has constantly stated the film truly captures the heart and spirit of his book.

Already a prolific screenwriter for films such as “Skyfall,” “Sweeney Todd” and “Gladiator,” John Logan’s new project is this horror series starring Josh Hartnett and Eva Green. “Penny Dreadful” features some of literature’s most famously terrifying characters such as Dr. Frankenstein’s creature, Dorian Gray and Dracula clashing in Victorian London. With such a crazy concept and high production value, “Penny Dreadful” is shaping to be a nice addition to television’s current obsession with horror.

lily allen, “sheezus” (May 6)

music the leftovers (June 15 on hbo) Based on Tom Perrotta’s 2011 novel, “The Leftovers” takes place in the wake of a global “rapture” and centers on the people who didn’t make the cut. Left behind in a suburban community, the “leftovers” must begin to rebuild their lives. If that premise wasn’t interesting enough, add in Justin Theroux and Liv Tyler as members of the community, and we’re ready to see what “The Leftovers” has to offer.

true blood (June 22 on hbo)

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For six seasons, “True Blood” has managed to draw viewers in with it’s Southern Gothic storyline and incredible ensemble. Now, the time has come to say farewell to the town of Bon Temps and the characters we’ve come to love. For the seventh and final season, we’ll get to see the outcome of the bloody war between vampires and humans in the fight for dominance.

The saucy Brit has never been one to shy away from controversy. If the past few months have been any indication, Allen is just getting started. From “Hard Out Here” taking on sexism in the music industry to “Sheezus” name-checking almost every female pop star, Allen is sparing no one on her way to the top. Based on her impressive set of singles so far, “Sheezus” seems poised to put Allen right back on top of the musical food chain.

the black keys, “true blue” (may 13)

first aid kit, “stay gold” (june 10) Wistful and haunting, raw and honest, First Aid Kit has proven itself as the female alternative to Fleet Foxes. Originally from Stockholm, the sister duo’s vocal harmonies and folk-influenced songwriting are unparalleled. With this upcoming release, the sisters added on a 13-piece orchestra for what they call a “bigger, more fulfilling sound.” Just listen to the first single “My Silver Lining,” and you’ll be strumming along with these sisters all summer long.

By this point, the duo has perfected its brand of raw, blues rock with a modern touch.

Judging from its most recent batch of singles, “Fever” and “True Blue,” the pair is ready to try something a little different. A little less funky and a little more psychedelic, The Black Keys’ new album might just be the soundtrack of the summer.

e n i l n o go go to oudaily.com/ weekender for even more pop culture picks to look forward to, including books to keep you occupied on those lazy summer days.

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weekend what: basketball shoutout when: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. thursday where: oklahoma memorial union’s food court

Try to win some cool prizes by playing the Basketball Shootout, presented by Union Programming Board to take your mind off finals next week. what: contemporary dance oklahoma when: 8 p.m. thursday where: rupel j. jones theatre

University Theatre will present a mix of new choreography and older works. Tickets are $14 for students at the Fine Arts Box Office. what: outdoor pool opens when: thursday where: murray case sells swim complex

Summer is officially on the brink as the university opens its Olympic size pool for the warm weather. Check it out for free swim times and even Aqua Zumba classes. what: free movie when: screenings at 7 and 10 p.m. friday where: oklahoma memorial union’s meacham auditorium

See “The LEGO Movie” for free before it comes out on DVD, courtesy of the Union Porgramming Board and Campus Activities Council. what: classical guitar recital when: 8 p.m. saturday where: pitman recital hall

Take a relaxing break from studying for finals with a classical guitar recital by Iakovos Kolanian. The event is free and open to the public.

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uring dead week and finals, my fellow graduating seniors should be focused on one thing and one thing only: How to decorate your graduation caps. Forget those grades you worked hard to earn and those classes your advisers somehow magically got you into. No, my friends, at this point, it’s all about the cap.

Wondering where to start? First, figure out who you are. Your cap should reflect you — here are some ideas. if you’re ... ... a pop culture fiend: Put a quote from your favorite TV show or movie on your cap. For example, channel your inner Bluth with, “There’s always money in the banana stand!” It’ll definitely reassure your parents that graduating without a job is no big deal. … a joiner: Reflect your organizations on your cap. Greek letters, logos and stickers representing your clubs are all good choices. … an out-of-state student: Put your state’s flag on your cap. If you’re from Texas, recognize you won’t be the only one with the lone star, but if you’re truly Texan, you’ll definitely be OK with that — the more representation, the better, am I right? … an artist or designer: Use your skills to put a cool design or lettering on your cap. Whether it’s an original or you’re tracing your favorite Lilly Pulitzer print (no judgment), this is a colorful and unique way to stand out. … a total cliche: You have two options — “thanks, Mom and Dad!” or “Hire me!” C’mon. You can do better than that. Either express the sentiments in a funnier way (example: a picture of Ariel with ‘I want to be where the people are employed’) or just randomly put a bunch of rhinestones on and hope for the best.

If you’re looking for supplies for decoration, check out Hobby Lobby or Michaels —the wide variety of crafting supplies carried at those stores means you’re more likely to find something creative that suits your fancy than if you start somewhere like Wal-Mart or Target. You should definitely sketch out your design on a piece of paper to scale before you start hot gluing or Mod Podge-ing.

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couch Potato keaton bell | entertainment

“jaws” (1975) May has finally arrived, and that means the dog days of winter and spring behind us. You’ve traded your snow goggles for sunglasses and your ponchos for tube tops.

Nothing goes better with this turn of the season than some sun-kissed pop culture. Put away your textbooks, and bust open that latest issue of “Cosmopolitan.” Stop moping around to Death Cab for Cutie, and perk up with some Local Natives.

A lot of you are likely to spend most of your summer swimming in the ocean or tanning on the beach, right?

Not if Steven Spielberg has anything to say about it. In this classic thriller, the beach town of Amity Island is plagued by a giant man-eating shark. A classic in every sense of the word, “Jaws” is a thrill ride from start to finish — and it’ll make you think twice about going into the water.

There is no show better for binge-watching than “True Blood.”

The story of the co-existence of vampire and humans in the Louisiana town of Bon Temps, “True Blood” is filled with creepy story lines, wacky characters and endless buckets of blood.

Basically a Southern Gothic soap opera, “True Blood” makes for a sexy, witty and unabashedly peculiar watch.

the beach boys You had to see this one coming. While a lot of The Beach Boys’ early work was much heavier, they also knew how to have a good time.

Representative of surf culture at the time, The Beach Boys are sure to put you in the mood for any number of summer destinations. Whether you’re road tripping to “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” or surfing to “California Girls,” The Beach Boys are essential for any summer playlist.

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