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VAlentine’s day edition OSU Child Development Lab to celebrate centennial in 2024 Media Contact: Christy Lang | Manager, Marketing & Communications
Courtesy of OSU News OSU received the Senator Paul Simon Spotlight Award for the Afghan Family Project.
OSU earns Senator Simon Award for Excellence in Campus Internationalization Courtesy of OSU News
tions each year and highlights innovative internationalization programs and initiatives. OSU received this recognition for the Afghan Family Project. “We were thankful for the opportunity to partner with othNAFSA: Association of er agencies and provide support International Educators has awarded the prestigious Senator for Afghan refugees during their time of need, and our institution Paul Simon Spotlight Award to is both honored and humbled to Oklahoma State University. receive the Senator Paul Simon Named after the late U.S. Sen. Simon of Illinois, the award Award,” OSU President Kayse Shrum said. “Oklahoma State celebrates outstanding innovaUniversity follows the Cowboy tion and accomplishment in Code, a foundation that guides campus internationalization. The spotlight award is presented us to do what is right and to stand for what we believe in. As to no more than three institu-
Cowboys, we are called to serve, and I am proud of how the Cowboy family responded to this opportunity, putting a service mindset into action.” In 2021, 1,800 Afghan refugees displaced from Afghanistan were resettled in Oklahoma, 72 of which arrived in Stillwater. Working in collaboration with Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma, OSU promptly provided the refugees with 17 apartments and extended aid such as transportation, internet access and access to campus resources. See Award on 5
In 2024, the Cleo L. Craig Child Development Laboratory will mark a full century on the Oklahoma State University campus, serving children and families as well as preparing future early childhood educators. The College of Education and Human Sciences will honor the CDL’s history and legacy while positioning the lab for a new century during a Centennial Celebration throughout the year. In late 1924, Oklahoma A&M College became the second land-grant institution to establish a nursery school. Today, the OSU CDL is the nation’s second-longest continuously operating on-campus lab school, serving children from 12 months to six years of age. The CDL, which is accredited by the National Association for the Educa-
tion of Young Children (NAEYC), provides a premier teaching model for future early childhood educators and quality educational experience for children. OSU students pursuing degrees in early childhood education and many other majors gain real-world, hands-on learning and research experience within the lab as they combine theory and learning with daily teaching practice. In 2006, a naming gift resulted in the establishment of the Cleo L. Craig Child Development Laboratory. The gift included a $1 million renovation of current facilities thanks to significant donations and support from the Craig family. “The Cleo L. Craig Child Development Lab is truly a gem in our college and on the OSU campus. The important work of educating young children and serving local families, while providing a learning and research lab for OSU students and faculty, reflects our land-grant mission,” College of Education and Human Sciences Dean Jon. E. Pedersen said. See Development on 7
OSU extends admission and scholarship deadlines to better support students Media Contact: Rachel Eng | Senior Associate Director of Communications Delays to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process have significantly impacted prospective students across the country who depend on financial aid offers to determine where they’ll attend college. To ensure families have more time to make informed decisions, Oklahoma State University has extended its admission and scholarship deadlines to June 1 for students entering in fall 2024. “Supporting students is our top priority,” said Karen Chen, OSU vice president of enrollment management. “Value and affordability are important in the college decision process, and we want families to have more information about their scholarship and financial aid opportunities so they can confidently take their next steps at OSU.” Students now have until June 1 to accept scholarships and financial aid or receive a partial enrollment deposit refund. OSU also highly encourages students to register for housing and sign up for orientation and enrollment by June 1. As soon as OSU receives student FAFSA records, which the Department of Education announced won’t be until mid-March, students will receive their financial aid and scholarship award offers. Students eligible for university assured and other merit-based scholar-
Courtesy of OSU Students now have until June 1 to accept scholarships and financial aid or receive a partial enrollment deposit refund.
ships are currently notified after admission. “We’re doing everything we can to proactively communicate with families and remain flexible as we receive updates from the Department of Education,” Chen said. “Our financial aid and
admissions counselors will continue and submit their FAFSA using OSU’s offering one-on-one appointments school code 003170. throughout the spring and summer to “Ultimately, we want to help discuss financial aid offers and assist students attend OSU and support them students and their families.” from the time they enroll through graduStudents interested in attending ation, and celebrate their accomplishOSU this fall should apply for admission ments along the way,” Chen said. news.ed@ocolly.com
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Big 12 Power Rankings
Iowa State becoming legitimate conference contender Alyssa Brandon Staff Reporter
These rankings look all too familiar as the top and bottom teams both reclaim their original spot. In a week characterized by historic matchups and fiery offenses, the Big 12 has shaken up once again. Here is The O’Colly’s Power Rankings after another week of action. 14. Oklahoma State (1014, 2-9) The Cowboys fall back to the dreaded last place after another two-loss week. In a 7963 loss at Houston, Oklahoma State dropped to 0-7 in Quad 1 games, as they continued their winless record on the road. Seeking redemption in the first Bedlam matchup of the season, the Cowboys only came up with disappointment as the Sooners pulled away in the final minute to win, 66-62. Javon Small put up 17 points, but besides Small’s effort, there isn’t much going right for this team. 13. West Virginia (8-16, 3-8) The outlook never looked bleaker Saturday, as the Mountaineers got ran over by the Longhorns in a 94-58 loss. Down by 25 going into the half, WVU never saw a chance at a comeback as it ended with a season-low three made 3-pointers against a shooting downpour by Texas. Ugly losses continue to pile up for this team, as a win against Kansas fades further and further into the rearview. 12. UCF (13-9, 4-6) After an encouraging win last week against Oklahoma, the Knights slumped back down to the bottom three of the list with a 66-59 lost against No. 23 Texas Tech. Playing without starting forward Ibrahima Diallo, the Knights never led but remained close behind the Red Raiders. UCF statistically sits as the worst offense in the Big 12, averaging 62.5 points per game. Consistent with that reputation, against Texas Tech they struggled from 3-point range, knocking down only five of 24 attempts. 11. Kansas State (15-9, 5-6) The Wildcats got a bit of a boost from an upset victory in a rivalry game, but the adrenaline of a five-point victory against Kansas wore off as they dropped Saturday’s matchup, 72-66, against No. 21 BYU. Tylor Perry caught a spark for 26 points against Kansas, but nine points on 2-of11 shooting proved the heat of a rivalry game can be deceiving. Even with the Kansas win, this team has lost five of its past six games and is nearing the 10loss threshold. 10. Texas (16-8, 5-6) The Longhorns saw highs and lows this week,
as they faced a hungry Iowa State offense that tarnished Texas’ 18-point lead, but shined against West Virginia, putting up 94 points. Dylan Disu put up back-to-back stellar performances with a combined 55 points, as he hit a career-high seven 3-pointers in Morgantown. When this offense is good, its good, but if the Longhorns don’t show up against the top dogs of this league, the point is moot. 9. Cincinnati (15-8, 4-6) An underrated, over-sized team like Cincinnati is worthy of seeing a rise in the bottom half of the rankings. They may not be the cream of the crop in the Big 12, but leading by four against the nation’s top-ranked defense going into halftime is no small feat. The Bearcats ultimately lost the battle against Houston, 67-62, but a Dan Skillings Jr.-led offense is putting up more of a fight than originally expected. 8. TCU (17-7, 6-5) The Horned Frogs saw only a single outing this week, and it wasn’t pretty. After missing two of their first 14 shots, TCU played from behind the entire game off the backs of an 18-point performance by forward Emmanuel Miller. Turnovers and poor shooting were the story of the game for TCU, but a one-off performance shouldn’t be defining for the Frogs. This team leads college basketball in fast break points per game at 21.06, three above the second-best squad. 7. BYU (17-6, 5-5) BYU has bounced around the middle of the playing field all year, and this week was no different. After a poor performance in an 82-66 loss against Oklahoma that saw the Cougars shoot 35.9% from the field, a lineup shakeup brought leading scorer Jaxon Robinson off the bench in Saturday’s matchup against Kansas State. This time, the guard played the sixth-man role well. Robinson knocked down a much-needed 3-pointer under the minute mark as BYU successfully fended off the Wildcats, 72-66. 6. Oklahoma (18-6, 6-5) After going into the week unranked for the first time this season, the Sooners were the only team to go 2-0 this week. To sweeten the pot, one came against No. 21 BYU, and the second against Oklahoma State in the final Bedlam matchup in Norman. Although they lost the turnover battle, 12-6, Javian McCollum sealed the first chapter of this year’s rivalry as he went 4-for-4 from the line in the closing minutes. Tough ranked matchups in the upcoming week will determine if this week’s glory was a fluke. 5. Texas Tech (18-6, 7-4) Texas Tech still sits as one of the top teams in the conference but went 1-1 this week, as Pop Isaacs was shut down for just 11 points in a loss against
Iowa State Men’s Basketball (X) The Cyclones were ranked No. 10 in this week’s AP Poll − their highest ranking in the regular season since December 2021.
No. 13 Baylor and seven points in a close victory against unranked UCF. With a less than efficient showing from Issacs, who went a combined 6-of-25 from the field this week, the supporting cast of Darrion Williams (12 points) and Kerwin Walton (12 points) stepped up. The Red Raiders’ ability to overcome a cold stretch from Isaacs is encouraging for this team’s longevity in March. 4. Baylor (17-6, 6-4) Baylor hasn’t been as dominant as a Scott Drew-led team usually entails, but there’s still hope, as it went 1-1 this week in the country’s most competitive league. Against Texas Tech, the Bears came out on top by six in a 79-73 battle that saw 7-foot freshman Yves Missi put up 17 points and several impressive slams late in the game. In the Bears’ second heavyweight matchup, a threepoint loss to Kansas felt like the least worrisome miscue of their season, as Jayden Nunn’s potential game-tying 3-pointer fell just short. Baylor needs to close out games, but this team is trending in the right direction.
3. Kansas (19-6, 7-5) A rivalry matchup saw a stumble for the Jayhawks earlier in the week, as Kansas dropped the 300th meeting against the Kansas State Wildcats in a 7570 overtime thriller. Another close matchup on the week, highlighted the Jayhawks’ depth on offense, as they edged out Baylor, 64-61, even without the presence of leading scorer Kenvin McCullar. Four starters in double digits sufficed, as Hunter Dickinson took on the bulk of the scoring load with 15 points and seven rebounds. 2. Iowa State (18-5, 7-3) The rise of Iowa State is a storyline to watch out for. As the only team with wins over Houston and Kansas, the Cyclones are a legitimate Big 12 title contender. After a brief falter at Baylor last week, the Cyclones quickly bounced back with wins over Texas and TCU. After losing in the Moody Center in their last eight matchups, a 70-65 victory erased that losing streak to the Longhorns. Against TCU, the Cyclones defeated the Horned Frogs for the second time this season, powered by Tre King’s 15
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Smith recaps OSU’s win over South Dakota State in weekly radio show Daniel Allen Staff Reporter
knows what he’s doing, and it’s shown during his time there. But our guys (can’t get complacent). There’s still work to be done on our part.” On OSU going 3-0 in overtime matches against the Jackrabbits: The Cowboys are still streaking. “Well, that’s good. That just After a 31-6 win over No. 12 means you can take someone down South Dakota State at Gallagher-Iba when you need to. But doing that in Arena on Saturday evening, the Cowregulation a few times (is better). It’s so boys (13-0, 7-0 Big 12) are the nation’s easy to take that score all of a sudden unanimous No. 2 team. And with that and do nothing with it. It can happen comes more frequent constructive criti- now. Put yourself at the three points cism. and get the takedown – absolutely.” During his weekly radio show on On Jordan Williams’ win over Monday, OSU coach John Smith reiter- No. 18 Alex Martin of SDSU ated his demand for an ideal product on “I was really concerned with him the mat from his wrestlers. because he seemed to be dropping his Here are some key quotes from head in a lot of situations. He seemed Smith. to be emotionally unstable at times. Opening statement: Just seemed to not have it all together. “Just proud of our guys and their Like, OK, you got no offense, and effort and commitment to getting betyou’re emotionally not real stable out ter. South Dakota State, that’s a really there. He would get taken down and good team right there. (South Dakota look up just like deer in the headlights. State coach) Damion (Hahn), he’s done Like keep wrestling man. Just keep a really good job with that program. He wrestling. What’s wrong? He got beat,
10-0, at North Carolina State when he wrestled (Jack Arrington). And a couple of weeks before he had only lost by one point. And then he got beat by 10, and that’s when I kind of just said we’re gonna reroute this thing. And then he realized that he wasn’t starting, life came to reality. Then, he just started listening. The bench is a great motivator. (He) started focusing on the stability that he needed to have. But I think it’s been a life-changing moment for him. “I told him to watch Kenny Monday tape a little more. I mean, just the explosiveness that Kenny had. It’s the kind of style Kenny had. I think it can fit (Williams).” On Brayden Thompson’s loss to No. 4 Cade DeVos of SDSU: “The one thing about Brayden is that he has been pretty good lately. Nobody can ride him. And that usually keeps him in the match. Even in this match, where he lost, he’s in the match. I mean, it’s a close score. The score in the match was 4-2, and then Brayden
just goes down. The guy escapes. OK, now it’s 5-2. You’re one takedown away from tying it. I mean, he’s in it late. He’s literally in the match. He’s in it, and the guy ends up picking him up and taking him to the third period and winning it. So, yeah. Poorly as I thought his emotions in his in his wrestling was. Again, he just needs to see how close he is. You’re right there, buddy. Stretch (your score) out. Be excited about it.” On Luke Surber’s potential after returning to the mat: “When I told Surber (after his loss to No. 6 Tanner Sloan) was that (Sloan) was just tougher. That’s it. Not much more to it. That’s the difference in the match. He’s just a tougher kid. And then in the national finals, probably with the least skilled of anyone who’s ever made that far. I mean, since I’ve been coaching, he’s pretty good on top. Elite. “But (Sloan is) just tougher than everyone else there. And (Surber) needs to adopt that mentality.” sports.ed@ocolly.com
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Women’s golf preview
Cowgirls taking season ‘step by step’ with high aspirations Gina Foster Staff Reporter
The Cowgirls have already kicked off the spring season in Puerto Rico, but there is still a lot of golf left to play for this impressive time. Puerto Rico was an overall success, but a few improvements could lead to a win in the Big 12 Championship. Senior Maddison HinsonTolchard has been a standout throughout her collegiate career. After substantial successes in the fall, collegiately and professionally, eyes will be on her performances in her final season as a Cowgirl. Hinson-Tolchard has been a leader on and off the course, leaving big shoes to fill for the the reamining girls next season. Clemence Martin has improved her consistency during her junior year thus far, but she is thankful for the skill her team possess. “We’re really happy to see that like the team was able to be in this position of winning after the two first rounds,” Martin said. “The third round, well it just happens, but it’s just really nice to have this confidence back fro the next tournaments and the rest of the season.” Marta Silchenko is another Cowgirl on the rise. As only a freshman, she is already making a name for herself. She has competed in each tournament, held the top spot in the Jim West Challenge and carded a 68 in her first round of the spring. “I think she did some good work at home over the break, which probably helped, and then just came out and looked great those first two rounds and struggled a little bit in the third round,” head coach Greg Robertson said. “But she looked pretty solid the first two days.” As this stacked team takes on the remainder of the season, they have plenty of goals in mind but simply one way to get there. “We really want to win the Big 12,” Martin said. “We would like to win regionals. We would like to win the Nationals. We would like to win every tournament possible. We just take it step by step. I think that’s the best way to build a strong season.” Alongside regular tournaments, the Cowgirls will face the Sooners in the Bedlam Cup for the first time since 2015. The match play tournament will take place toward the end of March in Norman. “It’ll be fun, especially against a rival like Oklahoma,” Robertson said. “They’ve got a good team and you certainly don’t want to lose to the team in Norman. It’s going to be a fun event.” The team’s season continues in Humble, Texas, as they participate in the ICON Invitation to close out February. In a few short months, the Cowgirls will attempt to be back-to-back Big 12 champions. sports.ed@ocolly.com Maddison Hinson-Tolchard has had a standout career at OSU, and all eyes are on her this spring.
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Courtesy of OSU News Named after the late U.S. Sen. Simon of Illinois, the award celebrates outstanding innovation and accomplishment in campus internationalization.
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receive this award, and the recognition from the selection committee, for the incredible work that OSU staff and faculty, along with our community Continued from 1 members, did in helping to resettle the Afghan families,” said Dr. Randy Kluver, associate provost and OSU Global Since July 2022, OSU has estabdean. “Our goal from the beginning lished a robust organizational infrawas to provide the tools that the Afstructure to accommodate not only the ghans would need to rebuild their lives initial group of Afghan refugees, but and to start over with an opportunity to also collaborate with groups nationwide succeed in the U.S. to become a hub for university-based “Receiving this recognition demrefugee resettlement. The university is onstrates that these efforts exemplify positioning this service as integral to its our land-grant mission and values, in land-grant university mission, aiming to serving others, stewarding our resourcsupport the community, especially the es, and improving the lives of people in international and marginalized popula- Oklahoma, the nation and the world.” tions within Oklahoma. Nearly two years into the project, “It is a great honor for OSU to
the majority of the 72 initially settled Afghans remain in Stillwater, with only a few seeking opportunities elsewhere. While efforts were not initially intended to be long-term, the evident need and strong desire for continued support have emerged. OSU has been approached by numerous groups to take a leading role in showcasing how universities can contribute to this and similar projects. “I am pleased to recognize such a diverse and dynamic group of institutions for integrating international education into their teaching, partnerships, systems, culture and student success models,” said Fanta Aw, NAFSA executive director and CEO. Other 2024 Spotlight Award recipients are:
Syracuse University (Syracuse, New York) Program: International Student Success Model Worcester Polytechnic Institute (Worcester, Massachusetts) Program: Global Projects for All initiative Institutions selected for the Simon Awards will be featured in NAFSA’s annual report Internationalizing the Campus: Profiles of Success at Colleges and Universities, to be published this fall, and honored during NAFSA’s 2024 Annual Conference and Expo this spring. To learn more about NAFSA’s Senator Paul Simon Awards, visit nafsa. org/SimonAward. news.ed@ocolly.com
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Ask Anna: Is dating outdated? Anna Pulley Tribune News Service
Dear Anna, Is there ever a point where dating doesn’t feel futile? By dating, I’m referencing those initial few outings with someone new, not, like, as a standin for being in a committed relationship. It seems like every couple I know of either dove headfirst into couplehood (monogamous or otherwise) practically from the moment they crossed paths or were merely part of the same friend group before things evolved romantically. Am I doing something wrong here or is dating outdated? — Can Other Understandings Revive This Saccharine Heart In Progress Dear COURTSHIP, Dating is constantly evolving — as are the ways we choose to relate to or connect with others, whether for the purposes of finding a soulmate, a friend, a one-night stand, a diversion or something inbetween. Some people have a robust group of friends that they also call their dating pool. Some people get lucky on the first try. But the vast majority of us can’t sidestep the process — and, frankly, neither did your Dating is constantly evolving, as are the ways we choose to relate to or connect with others, writes Anna Pulley. friends. Everyone courts, even need chaperones! We used to you’re envious of your friends it fun? Is it that it’s expensive? though we don’t call it that need our parents’ and society’s who managed to bypass the Only go on free or cheap outanymore. Everyone engages in permission! Sex was strictly dick carousel that is online ings. Is it because they’re too a dance of getting-to-know-you- forbidden unless you were dating, you have my permission long? Set firm time limits — “I and-sometimes-naked, but no married! Now we can grab a to feel envious — but only for only have 30 minutes for cofone goes about it in precisely Mudslide at TGI Friday’s with a little while. Then you need fee” — or try speed dating. Is it the same way. Some people a rando from the internet, and to suck it TF up. Be happy for because you’re bored with the seem to go straight into mowith only the smallest amount your friends. It’s damn hard to activities? Choose ones you’d nogamous cohabitation; others of shame. This is progress. find someone you really condo anyway — an ice cream take a more circuitous route Also, if you’re asking nect with. You’ll get there, but shop you’ve heard great things — but dating is still involved, because you’re sick of swiping, only after you conjure up a about, an art opening you no matter if you’re picking out you have my permission to take little joy for the process. wanted to check out, a weird grave plots on the second date a break. It’s hard to meet people If you’re asking because museum, a beautiful walk, etc. or if you barely remember your when you’re feeling jaded and you’re tired of the rituals you’ve You can’t force a connection date’s name. burned out — because you’re been engaging with, you have with someone — sometimes Has dating gotten more not in the right head space for my permission to change the (most times) it just doesn’t click casual? Of course. And this it. rituals. What about dating is not — but you can at least partake is a good thing. We used to If you’re asking because fun for you? How can you make in activities that are enjoyable
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Courtesy of OSU The College of Education and Human Sciences will honor the CDL’s history and legacy while positioning the lab for a new century during a Centennial Celebration throughout the year.
coming year,” Valiente said. of Self-Regulation in Early Childhood.” early childhood education over the last Development . . . duringThetheCentennial Celebration will The event is open to the public (RSVP 100 years. It is also an honor to be part include a series of activities, events and stories throughout the calendar Continued from 1 year. Former students, teachers, staff and parents of children who attended the CDL are encouraged to share their Human Development and Family favorite CDL memories through this Science Department head Dr. Carlos online form. Valiente said the lab is a key part of the The Department of Human department’s work. Development and Family Science will “The Child Development Lab is host the Ramona Ware Emmons Paul a leader in innovative, inclusive early Speaker Series, inviting early childhood childhood education. We are grateful education experts to campus. Oregon for our many campus and community State University professor Megan Mcpartners, and we are excited to celebrate Clelland leads off the series at 4 p.m. on the CDL and its longstanding impact Feb. 22 with her talk, “The Importance
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of the next 100 years by continuing to provide a high-quality program that enriches the lives of children and families,” CDL director Sandy Major said. Those interested in supporting the continued success of the CDL in the next century are encouraged to contact Sheri Carter at the OSU Foundation (scarter@ osugiving.com or 405-385-5126) to learn about giving opportunities. Gifts can also be made online here.
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Cowboy Calendar Wednesday 2/14/2024 Louie’s Kids’ Night Louie’s Grill & Bar @ 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. https://www.visitstillwater.org/event/louies-kidsnight/27250/ STEM Career Fair Gallagher-Iba Arena @ 12 - 4 p.m. https://careerservices.okstate.edu/employers/ event/stemcf.html Singo Wednesdays EM Curators of Craft @ 7 - 8:30 p.m. https://curatorsofcraft.co/pages/weekly-events Trivia Night College Bar @ 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. Valentine’s 2024 80’s Prom Hosted EM Curators of Craft @ 7 p.m. https://curatorsofcraft.co Live Trivia Iron Monk Brewing Company @ 7 - 9 p.m. https://www.ironmonkbeer.com Louie’s Bingo Night Louie’s Grill & Bar @ 8 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/LouiesStillwater Thursday 2/15/2024 All Major Career Fairs Gallagher-Iba Arena @ 12:30 - 4 p.m. https://careerservices.okstate.edu/employers/ event/allmajorscf.html Always…Patsy Cline Town & Gown Theatre @ 7:30 p.m. $18 for adults $16 for students $16 for seniors https://www.townandgown.org/current-season Beginning Acrylic Painting w/ Mark Crow Prairie Arts Center @ 6 p.m. $70 https://artscenter.okstate.edu/adult-classes/drawing-and-painting/1327-beginning-acrylic-paintingwith-mark-crow-thursdays-2 Funk N’ Beers College Bar @ 10:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. How Exactly To Win The Advocacy of Strangers & Accelerate Your Career Online via ALC @ 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. https://www.orangeconnection.org/s/860/18/interior.aspx?sid=860&gid=1&pgid=13908&cid=3376 1&ecid=33761 Introduction to Screenprinting Prairie Arts Center @ 6 - 8:30 p.m. $85 https://artscenter.okstate.edu/adult-classes/printmaking/1317-introduction-toscreeprinting?mc_cid=1aee060693&mc_ eid=b1daf3abf6
Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle Edited by Patti Varol
ACROSS 1 Plot points? 5 Reply-all email storm deterrents 9 Horse breed native to the Middle East and North Africa 13 In a frenzy 14 Desert succulents 16 Common piercing spot 17 Beekeeper’s valentine? 19 Chaucer chapter 20 Up and about 21 Meditation retreat 23 “Karma is a __ / Purring in my lap ’cause it loves me”: Taylor Swift lyric 25 Juice barista’s valentine? 28 Almost overflow 30 Yokohama drama 31 Consumer advocate Ralph 32 Spanish title 35 Hardware store purchase 37 Optometrist’s valentine? 41 Yemeni port 42 Buys time 45 Packs in, as coffee 49 Performer’s routine 51 Nursery rhyme vessel 52 Aesthetician’s valentine? 56 Snoop 57 “Never would have thought” 58 Vegas lights 60 Monopoly payment 61 Baker’s valentine? 66 Midrange voice type 67 “The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse” writer 68 Spicy __ roll 69 Devious plan 70 Parking lot mishap 71 Healthy piece DOWN 1 “A Christmas Carol” cry
Daily Horoscope
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By Margi Stevenson & Katie Hale
2 Intense music genre 3 Making a gift of 4 Misrepresent, as data 5 Braided bread often filled with chocolate or cinnamon 6 Make aware 7 Swindle 8 “Just wait a __” 9 Tennis and golf legend Gibson 10 Showed displeasure like a dragon 11 Burning 12 Pricey German wheels, informally 15 “Inside the NBA” analyst, familiarly 18 Thanksgiving vegetable 22 Naturally bright 23 “Survivor” network 24 “__ we having fun yet?” 26 Never ever 27 “Get out!” 29 Dairy farm sound 33 Events with a lot of insult comedy 34 Put in 36 Allows
Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Linda Black Horoscopes Today’s Birthday (02/14/24). This year encourages and benefits family harmony. Persistence and determination win lucrative rewards. Making domestic repairs this winter prepares you for exciting springtime creative triumphs. Summer career twists reorient you toward fascinating educational adventures next autumn. Fun with family centers you to grow. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 9 — Grab a lucrative opportunity and run with it. Patiently sidestep roadblocks. Develop the foundational structures for growing profits. You can get what you need. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 9 — Advance a personal passion project for lasting benefits. Dream up a perfect scenario and set pieces in place. Don’t push closed doors. Find alternatives. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 7 — Relax in your sanctuary. Recharge with beauty, nature, exercise and rest. Consider the big picture. Brilliant ideas spark in mundane moments. Contemplate possibilities. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Have fun with friends. Share crazy dreams and wild ideas. Reinforce bonds grown over time. Social connection strengthens communities for resilience through shared support. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — Develop professional possibilities. Consider how best to adapt around recent changes. Put your heart into your work and it shows. It’s your gift. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Research subjects of passion and dreamy possibilities. Study barriers and obstacles to discover solutions. Put your heart into your work. Explore the potential. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 7 — Share financial support with your partner. Patience is golden. Don’t get pushy. Simplify objectives. Reduce waste or overconsumption. Compassion and love can open doors. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — Slow the tempo. Take a spontaneous moment with your partner. Adapt around unexpected roadblocks to discover hidden possibilities together. Patience and humor pay well. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Monitor conditions carefully. Changes could deviate your plans. Prioritize your health and work. Can you attend virtually? Expect traffic. Slow for tricky sections. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Abandon romantic agendas or preconceptions. Have fun with your family. You get more with honey than with vinegar. Keep an open mind and heart. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 7 — Wait to see what develops with a domestic situation. Don’t forget to do an important job. Make a decision you can live with. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is an 8 — Monitor the news for changes. Keep confidences and secrets. Avoid oversharing. Take notes for later. Misunderstandings can spark easily. Practice diplomacy and tact.
Tuesday’s Puzzle Solved
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38 Two-time Emmy winner Remini 39 Snooze 40 Generous pour 43 Gloss target 44 Wily 45 Sandal style 46 “Gosh darn it!” 47 Treating unkindly 48 Object in a game of fetch 50 Connective tissue 53 Spanish “thing”
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54 Well-groomed 55 Trifling sum 59 Crypto artworks, for short 62 Nickname for Edward or Theodore 63 Not let go to waste 64 “Go-To Dinners” cookbook writer Garten 65 Capture
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Solution to Tuesday’s puzzle
Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit, 1 to 9. For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit sudoku.org.uk
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