The O'Colly, Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

OSU-CHS partners with TU’s STRETCHED Program for area high school students

More than 70 sophomores from Tulsa-area high schools recently got to spend the day on the Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences campus learning how to take a patient’s vitals, doing chest compressions, listening for heart sounds, touring the inside of an ambulance, and learning about osteopathic manipulative medicine.

The event was part of the University of Tulsa’s STRETCHED Program — Students Reaching Excellence Through Collaboration with Higher Education — which aims to increase the number of health care professionals from underrepresented groups by introducing high school students to careers in medicine and health care.

This is the first year OSU-CHS has partnered with TU on the program and hosted the spring 10th grade College Excursion on April 18 with students from

Spears, Cowboy basketball alumnus Reeves prepping for Harvard Law graduation

Three years ago, Trey Reeves walked across the graduation stage in Gallagher-Iba Arena on the same court where he spent countless hours with his Oklahoma State University men’s basketball teammates and coaches. Reeves was both a crowd favorite during games and a standout student at the Spears School of Business. The Gans, Oklahoma, native was a first-team Academic AllBig 12 Conference selection, received the Big 12’s Dr. Gerald Lage Academic Achievement Award and was named one of just 16 Outstanding Seniors by the OSU Alumni Association in 2020. Those accolades and more earned Reeves a spot at perhaps the most prestigious law school in the country — Harvard Law School.

In May, Reeves will earn his law degree from Harvard and take the next step in his career, so Spears Business caught up with him to get the details on that and his expanding family.

Spears Business: Has it set in that you’re about to graduate from Harvard Law?

Trey Reeves: It’s been a challenging journey, but honestly I’ve just tried to take the next step as it comes while enjoying it all. I’ve definitely been

appreciative and thankful for the position I’m in. I think as it gets closer to the end here it’s setting in a little bit more. It’s definitely a blessing and a great experience.

SB: Tell us about the tremendous challenge that Harvard Law presented for you over the last three years?

TR: It’s been a great challenge, but one that’s helped me grow personally. School-wise, law school is very different than the undergraduate accounting program that I came from at Oklahoma State, but there are some aspects of it that I have really enjoyed. One of the things that has really proven worthwhile is just getting pushed by all the different people that are up here; all of the great minds. Everyone here is extremely smart and driven, and they all come from different backgrounds and upbringings. So, they have a unique perspective on things, and I think that being pushed by those people every day has helped me. Here, you have to bring it. You have to perform each and every day, and that’s an exciting environment to be in.

SB: You grew up in Gans, Oklahoma (population 251) and came to the big city of Stillwater (population 49,160) for college at OSU. How much of an adjustment was living in the Boston area (population 4,941,632) for the last three years?

Booker T. Washington, Broken Arrow, Nathan Hale, Will Rogers and Edison Preparatory high schools.

Courtesy of OSU News Tulsa-area high school students practice using stethoscopes during the 10th Grade College Excursion event hosted at OSU-CHS as part of the University of Tulsa’s STRETCHED Program.

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Daugherty

surging

as starting catcher, where OSU sits in Big 12 race and more from KSU series

Daniel Allen Staff Reporter

MANHATTAN, Kan. –Ian Daugherty said he hasn’t felt the burden of an enhanced role the past couple of weeks.

Instead, he’s embracing it. Consider it a make up for his extensive missed time a season ago, when he was absent for a little over a month because of a broken bone in his catching hand (left). And when he did return, his playing time was sparse, given that fellow catcher Chase Adkison had been hitting above .350 and for most of the season while playing exceptional defensively.

Now, Daugherty is on the opposite end of the spectrum. Starting catcher Beau Sylvester injured his right leg colliding with Michigan’s first baseman in Oklahoma State’s weekend opener against the Wolverines at the Kubota College Baseball Series. Holliday later confirmed to The O’Colly that Sylvester would be out for the rest of the season. Since, Daugherty has taken over as the team’s starter and hasn’t looked back.

“It feels good,” Daugherty said. “It always feels good to help my team win in whatever way. Always feels good to do that.”

Offensively, Daugherty’s start to the season was spotty. Around early April, ahead of OSU’s home series against Cincinnati, Daugherty was hitting .226. However, he left Manhattan, Kansas at .264.

Daugherty went 6 for 15 at the plate this past week (.400), which included two home runs – one against Dallas Baptist and another on Saturday.

“I give credit to Josh, Rob, Victor and everyone for helping me look at my swing,” Daugherty said. “Just realizing what was working and what wasn’t working and just pretty much getting my swing shorter getting the ball on the barrel more frequently. It’s felt good.”

Not to mention, Daugherty’s defense has appeared far improved upon its early-season form, which caused Holliday to stick with a two-catching tandem between Daugherty and freshman Charlie Carter, whose defense was often highlighted by the coaching staff.

But Daugherty’s recent hot streak has put him in the driver’s seat in the catching race. And Holliday hopes it isn’t wearing down any time soon.

“He’s been playing well, really well for us,” Holliday said. “Just needs to continue to take what he’s figured out and been doing lately and keep applying it day in and day out.”

Meola pulled from game; availability unclear

OSU starting third baseman Aidan Meola was pulled from Friday’s series opener in the top of the fourth.

Holliday did not elaborate on the severity of the situation,

only that it was done out of precautionary measures. Although freshman Kollin Ritchie kept the pace defensively, a lengthy absence for Meola would be costly in the longevity of things.

Meola has had a history with injuries during his threeyear stint at OSU. From two concussions, a hand injury suffered swinging a bat awkwardly a season ago, recurrent back issues and hamstring pain earlier this season, Meola has inherited his share of injuries at OSU.

Perhaps Friday’s premature departure was merely a precautionary measure deriving from a tweak of some sort. Holliday and Co. can only hope.

Cowboys stay put in Big 12 title race

OSU needed Sunday’s 6-4 win over Kansas State. Badly.

First-place Oklahoma separated itself by 3 1/2 games heading into OSU’s series finale against K-State with a series sweep against BYU in Provo. The scorching-hot Sooners have won eight of their last nine games and have displayed no signs of faltering. All Holliday’s team can do is control what they can control and win each weekend while hoping OU does eventually slow down.

Now, the deficit sits at three games after OSU’s win over the Wildcats on Sunday.

“(Today’s game was) important,” Holliday said. “I wouldn’t and won’t sidestep the importance of this game. No question about it.”

After the weekend, OSU is tied for second with West Virginia and Texas, each of

which hold a 11-7 record in Big 12 play.

Remaining on the conference slate for OSU is last-place BYU at home this weekend. A sweep, given the aforementioned circumstances, is a must. Afterward is a series against Texas in Austin in two weeks. A series win would push the Cowboys even further in the title race. Then comes a home series against Texas Tech. OSU hasn’t won a series win over the Red Raiders since 2017 and has been swept four times since 2016, three of which have come in Stillwater.

Finally, a series at Houston, which is tied for last in the Big 12 standings with BYU. A sweep would be ideal. A series win, however, likely is a must.

On the bright side for the

Cowboys, OSU has the head-tohead advantage over West Virginia and OU regarding seeding for the Big 12 Tournament. Unfortunately, head-to-head has no bearings on an outright clinching – the Cowboys split a three-way share for the Big 12 title in 2023 with Texas and West Virginia; Texas and TCU split in 2021.

The Sooners still have Texas at home this weekend and Texas Tech on the road in Lubbock two weeks later. OSU fans should hope OU doesn’t sweep any more of its remaining four conference series and that it drops at least one – Texas Tech being the most likely. Otherwise, even a share of the Big 12 title is likely out of the picture.

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Madison Queen

Ian Daugherty has taken over as OSU’s starting catcher and hasn’t looked back.

Cowboys flip 4-star quarterback Adam Schobel from Baylor

Oklahoma State has its quarterback for the 2025 Class.

On Monday morning, the Cowboys flipped four-star quarterback Adam Schobel from Baylor, giving OSU its eighth commitment of the Class of ’25. Schobel, a three-year letterwinner at Columbus High School in Columbus, Texas, has played under his father, Matt Schobel, the past three seasons. He is rated as the No. 270 overall recruit in his class and the No. 43 prospect in the state of Texas, according to 247Sports.

Here is what Schobel’s commitment means for coach Mike Gundy and OSU in the long run.

What the Cowboys are getting in Schobel

At 6-foot-5, Schobel provides an ideal frame for the Cowboys under center. Not to mention, his list of accolades stands out even more.

What Schobel’s commitment means for OSU Schobel marks OSU’s first fourstar quarterback commitment since Garret Rangel in 2021. It complements a productive recruiting week for the Cowboys the past week, making Schobel

Schobel has led Columbus to a 24-3 record and a 7-1 record in district play the past two seasons. In that span, Schobel threw for more than 5,200 yards and 66 touchdowns. A productive junior season this past year earned him District 12-3A-I Co-Offensive MVP. He took a visit to Stillwater from April 5-7 but maintained his commitment to Baylor until Monday. Schobel also held offers from the likes of Houston and Texas State.

OSU’s third pledge in that span.

With starting quarterback Alan Bowman exhausting eligibility after the 2024 season, Gundy and Co. will likely turn to a youth-filled quarterback room to find his successor, featuring redshirt sophomore Zane Flores, redshirt junior Garret Rangel, second-year prospect Maealiuki Smith and Schobel.

Although Gundy hasn’t shied away from his fondness of Flores and Rangel, Schobel’s talent level and apparent football I.Q. make him a valid option for the Cowboys once the offseason commences.

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Connor Fuxa

Four-star quarterback Adam Schobel flipped from Baylor to OSU on Monday.

Daniel Allen Staff Reporter

Texas eliminates Cowboys from Big 12 Championship

Baylor Bryant Staff Reporter

The Cowboys’ Big 12 Championship run is over. Oklahoma State fell to the top-seeded Texas Longhorns in the Big 12 Championship semifinals at Greenwood Tennis Center on Saturday, 4-1.

The Cowboys are 0-3 against the Longhorns this season with 4-1, 6-1 and 4-1 losses. The Cowboys will return to action May 3 in the NCAA Championships. OSU coach Dustin Taylor said to prepare for the NCAAs, his team is going to have to outwork the rest of the country.

“Simple as that,” Taylor said. “We showed that we have the level. Now we got to show ourselves and show everyone else that we have the legs, heart and mind to go toe-to-toe with three, four teams back-to-backto-back. This team’s got the heart, and they’re getting the mind. We just got to get the legs in the next two weeks and peak in May, which has been our theme all year.”

There was a bit of deja vu in the match, as the Cowboys and Longhorns went into a tiebreaker to decide the doubles point. On Court 2, OSU’s Alex Garcia and Francsico Pini were taken down, 6-3. On Court 3, Alessio Basile and Leighton Allen responded back, taking one for the Cowboys, 6-4. It came down to OSU’s Tyler Zink and Isaac Becroft on Court 1, the same duo that decided the last doubles point against Texas. The duo brought the match into a tiebreaker. After a hard-fought battle, Zink and Becroft won their match and secured the doubles point for OSU, 7-6 (5).

Two matches in a row against Texas, Zink and Becroft secured the doubles point in a tiebreaker. The duo has won their last five doubles matches against Baylor, Oklahoma, UCF and twice against Texas. Becroft said that when he and Zink play together, they are up there with the best in the country.

“I think that gives the other boys some confidence knowing that we just need to get one of the other two,” Becroft said. “It’s been great. It’s just been all around doubles, it’s not just two teams. It’s all three of us working together, and it’s been crucial giving us a shot in all these matches.”

In singles, the Longhorns did what they do best: be physical. The Longhorns took four of the first six sets. The Longhorns put the pressure on the Cowboys.

On Court 3, No. 96 Garcia was taken down, 6-0, 6-1. On Court 6, OSU’s Ty Wunderlich was taken down 6-0, 6-1. On Court 1, No. 23 Zink and No. 1 Eliot Spizzirri went into a third set, but Zink was unable to close it out, 6-2, 2-6, 1-6.

Despite the loss, the Cowboys had their best performance against Texas this season. Three of the singles matches went into third sets. Taylor said it was special to see the team embrace the pressure and the moment.

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“To take the doubles point like they did, and then to come out the way that some of them did in singles was a really good sign,” Taylor said. “Doubles is in great shape. We got to contin-

Bryson Thadhani OSU fell to Texas in the Big 12 semifinals.

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“This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with TU and inspire high school students who are interested in pursuing a career in health care,” said JuLee Wells, director of recruitment for OSU-COM. “By introducing them to different programs, we can empower them to make a positive impact on Oklahoma communities in the future.” The high school students not only took part in some hands-on activities, but also had the opportunity to speak with medical and EMT students about

their experiences in school and pursuing a career in health care.

Victoria McCalister-Jones, a firstyear OSU-COM student, was one of the leaders of the heart sounds station and said it would have been great to have something like the STRETCHED Program when she was in high school.

“Finding out earlier what you do and don’t like is good. There’s so many

health care fields and things you can do in health care. The sooner you know what’s out there, the better,” McCalisterJones said. “We do have a health care worker shortage in Oklahoma. If we can find people who are passionate about it when they’re young, it puts us on a path to reduce that shortage.”

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Matt Barnard

Grant Imler shows off an ambulance in partnership with the University of Tulsa during the STRETCHED outreach event at the OSU Center for Health Sciences in Tulsa, Okla., on Thursday, April 18, 2024.

Alumnus . . .

TR: Going into it, I didn’t really know what to expect. I’ve never lived in a city like Boston, and neither has my wife, Steffa, although she’s from the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Still, we’re in a much more urban setting than either one of us have lived before. But we’ve made the most of it, and we’ve really enjoyed it. There was definitely a culture shock, but we knew there would be. The lifestyle is different and the people are different, but it’s been a lot of fun. And now that we’re getting ready to leave three years later, we’re getting a little sentimental and nostalgic about that. Boston has really been a great experience for us.

Harvard Law?

TR: Absolutely. I think Oklahoma State was able to prepare me in several different ways. Here, the professors and students drive you to be at a certain level, and I think it’s similar at Oklahoma State. I think Oklahoma State prepared me to be in this environment. It prepared me to get up here and succeed. I can’t say enough about the business faculty at Spears. They’re the reason that I wanted to get into this field in the first place.

SB: How fondly do you look back at your time with Cowboy basketball?

see the games, but there’s so much more to it. We had practice every day, hanging out in the locker room, traveling together, eating together every day. It’s four years of great memories that I treasure.

SB: Not only did you move to Boston to attend Harvard Law, but you also got married, and the two of you are expecting a new arrival in June. This has to be an exciting time in your life?

tax department, and I’m really excited. I did both of my summer clerkships at Jackson Walker, so it’s a group of great people that I’m familiar with. The office I’ll be working at is located in downtown Dallas, so living in Boston prepared me for that, I think.

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SB: Did your time at OSU and the Spears School of Business accounting program prepare you for the rigors of

TR: My time with Cowboy basketball was unbelievable. It was a once in a lifetime experience, and something I’ll treasure and cherish for the rest of my life. I made so many great memories, made so many great friendships; all the players, all the staff, everyone around the program. I couldn’t ask for more out of it. The relationships you build are just unbelievable. I cherish those, and I still keep up with my teammates. It just meant a lot to me. The fans obviously

TR: For sure. With so much change it’s so nice to have someone like Steffa up here with me. She has been unbelievable. I’ve told her that I couldn’t do it without her, and that’s the absolute truth. She’s been my rock and my comfort. I couldn’t imagine being up here without her. And we’re expecting here in a couple months, and we’re just thrilled. We’re over the moon and we couldn’t be more thankful.

SB: What is the next step for you professionally?

TR: After graduation, we’re moving to Dallas, where I’ll take the bar exam this summer. In the fall, I’ll start at a firm, Jackson Walker, in the

Coming into law school, I knew I wanted to go into tax law or some type of business law, and that’s because of my time at Oklahoma State and Spears. I studied accounting at OSU, which had tons of tax classes, tons of accounting classes, tons of finance classes, and I really enjoyed it all. I think with the accounting and tax background I probably had a little more inclination towards tax law even more than just general business law. Luckily, I was able to spend my summers at Jackson Walker in Dallas, and they let me dip my toes into several different practice groups at the law firm. Just like I thought going in, tax law just drew me in. So, I’ve enjoyed taking that route and I’m excited to start this fall.

would come into their purposes in the “eleventh hour;” right at the end of life’s work day.(Mt.20) You may think that it is too late to turn your life over to Christ; there is such little time left on “your calendar.” Yet, those who come in at the “eleventh hour” will receive the same wages as those who labored the whole day. We need to work in God’s purpose for our lives while we still have time. The Bible tells us the time is coming when “no man can work.” (Jn.9:4)

Can you remember when you were a child, how time went by so slowly? It seemed like it took forever for the holidays to arrive. Now time passes so swiftly; the years seem to rush by. The turn of the century seemed so far away when I was younger. Now we are nearly twenty years into the 21st century. I want to encourage you to stop and consider your life; especially the remainder. None of us know when our life may end. Jesus spoke of those who

As you set your heart and get definite about trusting God with your life and serving him, you will find wonderful opportunities will open for you. You see God has his purposes for you planned out, and he will begin to open doors that you know nothing about. There will be such great satisfaction in serving and finishing what he has for you to accomplish. When your life does end, and it will, you will be so glad you have followed Christ. The Bible tells us that your labor for him is not in vain. (1 Co.15:58)

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In May, Trey Reeves will earn his law degree from Harvard and take the next step in his career, so Spears Business caught up with him to get the details on that and his expanding family.

Kennedy Thomason News and Lifestyle editor

The warming weather is making way for pre-summer to arrive.

With that comes greener scenery and better conditions to be in the outdoors. There are new sprouts and baby wildlife running around, whether it be fuzzy goslings or shoestring-like snakes.

All of the new and returning addi-

tions to Mother Nature make an enticing case to spend some time in it. Here are three tips to start hiking. Invest in supportive, close-toed shoes

There’s nothing worse than stepping into a puddle or get swamped by mud half a mile into hike. Prevent this and buy shoes that cover your entire foot. For when the trail gets rough, make sure your shoes are supportive. Make sure your heel, arch and ankles feel comfortable enough to take on the miles ahead.

Know the trail before you go

Don’t be the hiker that has to call someone to come rescue them. Before you start, look at the map trail and make sure you have a copy you can access without wifi.

Make sure you know the difficulty of the trail and all the potential challenges. Bring people along who are comfortable with matching your ability and pace. If you hike alone, make sure you have someone to check in with either during for before and after your hike. Leave no trace

Branded on every hiking and camping sign ever, the saying rings true.

Pack in and pack out. Everything you bring on the trail has to come back off it with you. While you enjoy the greenery or watch spring baby animals from a distance, make sure to clean up after yourself.

It takes little effort to clean up after yourself, but it makes a world of difference for the wildlife you are sharing the space with.

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Ducks are some of the wildlife you can see while out hiking.

OSU opens doors to Botanic Garden Insect Adventure

for years at OSU. It serves as a unique platform for engaging people of all ages in the world of entomology.

Allowing all friends and families, OSU brought in an adventure for many to explore at the Botanic Garden on Saturday.

Walker Jones is a volunteer at Insect Adventure, promoting handson informal science education center around insects that has been happening

“It’s getting a lot of good life skills, and I feel like it’s a great way to show kids and young adults that insects are not scary creatures,” Jones said. “Even though they look scary, interacting with them can help kids learn more about them.”

The Insect Adventure program, a stalwart institution for more than two decades, offers a diverse array of interactive experiences aimed at show-

casing the captivating facets of insect life. Through guided tours, workshops, events and exhibits, participants are provided with engaging opportunities to delve into the world of entomology.

Elizabeth Carolson, an aspiring entomologist, wants to thrive in her chosen career. Kids arriving at the open house showed Carolson there are many future entomologist out there, she said. Through the studies of getting hands on with the insects, students are able to look outside the box with them.

“To have a more understanding

about insects, you want them to be less afraid,” Carolson said.

Andrine Shufran has worked in the department of entomology and plant pathology since 2003. Her job is to supervise growing student entomologists and oversee the improvements to the facility. She loves her job and wants to show children they can be like Elizabeth and Walker growing up.

“Getting to host and put on these open houses really show the community how much and their impact with education means,” Shufran said.

Bryson Thadhani

The community gathered at the Botanic Garden on Saturday for Insect Adventure, where they were able to interact with different kinds of insects.

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Tuesday, April 23

April Donations Drive for Local Animal Shelters @ 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Location: Bluepeak Tech Hub

https://mybluepeak.com/

Brazos Valley Boys Live @ 5:45 p.m.

Location: The Botanical Garden at OSU

https://botanicgarden.okstate.edu/

Creative Writing Club 4th - 8th Grade @ 4:30 p.m.

Location: Stillwater Public Library

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Memories & Inspiration: The Kerry & C. Betty Davis Collection of African American Art @ 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: OSU Museum of Art

https://museum.okstate.edu/art/memories-and-inspiration.html

Men’s Advance @ 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Location: Payne County Expo Center

Admission: $50-90

https://mensadvance.org/

Paper Studio Tuesdays @ 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Location: Prairie Arts Center

https://artscenter.okstate.edu/

Rug Tufting Tuesday’s @ 5:30 p.m.

Location: Prairie Arts Center

Admission: $85

https://artscenter.okstate.edu/adult-classes/fiberarts/1351-rug-tufting-tuesday-nights

Trivia Tuesdays @ 7 - 9 p.m.

Location: EM Curators of Craft

https://curatorsofcraft.co/pages/weekly-events

Wednesday, April 24

Kids’ Night @ 11a.m. - 11 p.m.

Location: Louie’s Grill & Bar

https://www.facebook.com/LouiesStillwater

Live Trivia Night @ 7 - 9 p.m.

Location: Iron Monk Brewing Company

https://www.ironmonkbeer.com

Louie’s Bingo Night @ 8 p.m.

Location: Louie’s Grill & Bar

https://www.facebook.com/LouiesStillwater

April Donations Drive for Local Animal Shelters @ 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Location: Bluepeak Tech Hub

https://mybluepeak.com/

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Daily Horoscope

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Linda Black Horoscopes

Today’s Birthday (04/23/24). Follow personal passion this year. Pull together for connection, collaboration and shared ease. Peaceful summer privacy fosters organization and adaptation. Social connection opens new possibilities this autumn. Prioritize health this winter, despite changes, before passion and fun light up the spring. You’re a rising star. 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 — Collaborate for financial growth over the next two weeks following the Full Moon. Shift directions for changing conditions. Deepen bonds by pulling together.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 7 — Make adjustments together. Collaborate for shared commitments around changes over two weeks following this Full Moon. Adapt for solutions. Love provides foundational strength.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — Begin a new physical health, work and fitness phase. Adapt practices for changing conditions over the next two weeks, illuminated by tonight’s Scorpio Full Moon.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 9 — Express your heart, imagination and artistry. Tonight’s Full Moon shines on a transition. Adapt directions with a romance, passion or creative endeavor. Shift perspectives.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Make repairs. Renovate, remodel and tend the garden. Adapt with domestic changes over two weeks. Nurture your home and family alongside this Full Moon phase.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is an 8 — Start another chapter. A two-week Full Moon phase highlights communications, connection and intellectual discovery. Adapt around challenges. Keep channels open. Write, edit and share.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 9 — Make a shift around income and finances. Discover profitable opportunities in new directions under this Scorpio Full Moon. Redirect attention toward fresh potential.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — A challenge reorients you. This Full Moon in your sign illuminates new personal directions. Expand boundaries for two weeks. Develop an inspiring possibility.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 6 — Review priorities privately. This Full Moon illuminates the dawn of a two-week introspective phase. Balance old responsibilities with new. Process transitions. Consider past and future.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — One social door closes and another opens under this Full Moon. Adapt with community and team changes over two weeks. Share appreciation and salutations.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is