I looked on the academic calendar on the OU website and it said the first day of class is Aug 24 2015. I’m not sure that’s correct, maybe a call to the school would confirm it. I figured that would make rush start on Aug 12, then orientation is right afterwards.
We drove my oldest daughter to Texas from CA. We spent 3 days in the SUV with 5 people and stuff piled to the ceiling. It was a wonderful trip and very scenic. But, she didn’t have to rush until spring. I’m not sure I would want the commotion of that drive with the tension of rush the next day. If D2 does go to OK, still waiting for that acceptance, I think she and I will fly. I would pack in a couple suitcases what she needs for rush, and send the rest Fed ex to arrive at the dorms after she gets there.
We also used the BBB service. It works like a bridal registry. Below is a link we found a few months ago with details of previous rush.