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THE cost OF safe sex

With options available through University Health Services, Oklahoma State students have affordable options for sexual health.

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OSU Women’s Clinic offers variety of birth control options About 1,900 students visited the Women’s Clinic in 2015 for contraception, other health services.

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Stillwater health care workers are teaching students about responsibility, prevention and birth control.

Oklahoma State University’s Women’s Clinic sees thousands of students a year for family planning, which includes providing birth control pills, shots or condoms, and educating about safe sex.

Rebecca Smith, a design, housing and merchandising junior, said she decided to go to the women’s clinic for birth control in 2014. She said the appointment

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The Women’s Clinic at University Health Services provides mutliple birth control options, including pills.

The clinic takes the financial situations of students into account when getting them birth control.

was a “positive experience.”

“I honestly didn’t know much about birth control, except it was something I

We don’t want (birth control) to be a hassle. The more the hassle, the more they aren’t going to do what they need to do.”

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needed to do for myself and to get on it,” Smith said.

“The nurse was really informative. She sat me down and told me about all the different options and how different girls will react to different types.”

After deciding certain options weren’t right for her, Smith said the nurses were kind and found another one that worked better for her.

“I would much prefer the OSU clinic than any other one,” Smith said. “The approach there is very personable and reassuring.”

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The cost of safe sex is also taken into account at the Women’s Clinic. Smith said it was affordable because she could put the cost on her bursar account, and she had the choice to use the pharmacy.

Becky George, a registered nurse at the Women’s Clinic, said they try to take into account a student’s financial need.

“As far as birth control, there are some that are fairly cheap, and so we really cater to that,” George said. “But sometimes you don’t have a choice because some of the

reasons people need birth control aren’t necessarily contraceptive reasons.

“You want them to have what’s best for them, but then we have to let them know there will be a cost.”

George said she goes through a list of questions for every patient to determine her medical history to see whether she’s a candidate for birth control and what type would be best suited for her lifestyle.

If a girl has a hectic schedule, she might be prescribed the NuvaRing or the DepoProvera, a shot given every three months, instead of a daily pill, George said.

“We don’t want it to be a hassle,” George said. “The more the hassle, the more they aren’t going to do what they need to do.”

Don Swinford, a nurse practitioner for the Women’s Clinic, gives patients physicals and determines which contraceptive to prescribe.

She said birth control is individualized for each of her patients. It’s not only used for contraception, but it’s also used to help premenstrual syndrome, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and acne.

“To have access to birth control is key if you are sexually active and you want that option,” Swinford said.

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them control, sort of, in a roundabout way.

“For the kids on campus, access to birth control in general is huge because they’re going to have sex, so being responsible is important.”

A lot of her patients are new, so she and her staff will teach them how to take birth control, the possible side effects and how to refill the prescriptions, Swinford said.

“The moment they walk in the door, we are teaching them and striving to teach them,” Swinford said. “We try really hard to be the moms.”

In 2015, the most common prescribed birth control was an oral contraceptive called Ortho-Cyclen-28, given to 784 patients, according to the University Health Services records. The secondmost prescribed was the pill Lo-Overal-28, given to 618 patients. Every month, about 150 free condoms are given.

Because the clinic is classified as an acute care clinic, the nurses aren’t equipped to put in IUDs or intramuscular shots in the arm, though the nurses can take them out.

The clinic is open to all OSU students and staff and accepts most major insurances, such as BlueCross BlueShield and United Healthcare.

However, if someone doesn’t have insurance, the Payne County Health Services in Stillwater is a lowcost alternative. It provides women with physicals and birth control options such FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2016

lookcatalog/Flickr The most prescribed contraceptive pill by University Health Services in 2015 was Ortho-Cyclen-28, which was given to 784 patients. UHS accepts many major insurance plans. Depending on students’ income and insurance plans, their exams could cost $0 to $5 a month.

as pills, shots, implants and emergency contraceptives.

Condoms are free for anyone without needing to see a health care provider. The clinic also provides testing for sexually transmitted diseases.

Depending on a patient’s

income and insurance, the cost of an exam and birth control could range from free to $5 a month, said Joyce Daniel, a district managing nurse.

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said. “We try to educate them about what all the choices are to prevent a pregnancy.

We try to educate them as far as STDs and what could happen if they go untreated or passing from one partner to another. We treat partners also.

“This is an accessible clinic for everyone. We see men and women because birth control isn’t just for women.” f o l l o w o ’ c o l ly : @ o c o l ly

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$25.00 $29.20 $25.00 $25.00 $69.05

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contraceptive products are in stock at the UHS pharmacy Health insurance plans UHS accepts

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Oklahoma state students, experts talk orgasms, STIs, consent at discussion series

Victoria Dodge Staff R e p o rt e r

Amid giggles and nervous laughter, students gathered in lounges across campus this week to talk about one of life’s taboo subjects: sex.

In a seminar called “Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby!”

Residential Life, 1is2Many and Oklahoma State Health Services answered student’s intimate questions in Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday sessions.

“I think it’s important that we normalize conversations around sexuality,” said Randy Hubach, an assistant professor in the College of Education. “We know people are having sex. Why aren’t we talking about it?”

Nothing was off limits at the nightly meetings. The goal was to let people know it was OK to ask anything.

Most questions were asked anonymously, and

all were answered professionally. Questions asked involved period sex, getting tested for sexually transmitted infections regularly and the orgasm gap.

Although some subjects were serious, there were lighthearted moments.

“I used to say women are like crockpots,” said Pamela Stokes, a nurse with OSU Health Services. “Finding the spot doesn’t have anything to do with it, but maybe the build up of time and the actions that take place before are what do.”

Students talked about men’s issues as well, discussing condom size and what average means.

The idea that condoms won’t stretch is a myth. Ten to 14 oranges will fit in a condom before it breaks, Hubach said. Both Hubach and Stokes emphasized comfort between partners in all sexual situations.

The group also talked about consent between partners. Audrey Woods, sexual violence prevention educator, said openness in an intimate relationship is the key to consent.

“That’s our message,” Woods said. “We just want

people to be open and talk to each other. Regardless of who you’re having sex with or how you’re having sex, talk to your partner and make sure that everyone is OK with what’s happening.”

Stokes also encouraged anyone to come to University Health Services and get tested for STIs, along with the other services it provides, saying it has “the whole gambit.”

“At the clinic, there is that stigma that people are always worried about that if they come we’ll file on your insurance or your parents will see it,” Stokes said. “We provide testing at a cheaper rate, less than $50, and you won’t have to file that on insurance.”

Testing needs to become as regular and comfortable to discuss as getting your blood pressure checked, Hubach said. Getting tested isn’t about worrying that something happened, but being practical and healthy, he said.

Nothing gets accomplished through staying silent, Hubach said. Whether it’s one’s health or their partner’s health, which encompassed a variety of

savannah evanoff/O’COLLY University Health Services answered questions about sex during the discussion series.

things such as pleasure, body issues, STI or consent, all of these lead to a better-educated society.

A positive view of sex

education and sexual health starts with society and its acceptance of it, Hubach said.

“If we are America’s healthiest campus, sexual

health is part of that,” Hubach said.

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Oklahoma State SUAB hosts Pack-a-Penguin

Micah Allen Staf f R e p o rt e r

The line was out the door in the Cowboy Underground, crowded with people waiting to fill their own flightless bird with stuffing.

OSU Student Union Activities Board hosted its spring Pack-aPenguin event Thursday. The event started as a way for students to embrace their inner child, said Paula Meriwether, the Spirit Committee

jonathan chaves/O’COLLY Students stuff penguins in Cowboy Unground in the Student Union.

chairwoman.

“Pack-a-Penguin was purposed as an event three or four years ago,”

Meriwether said. “It was presented as a fun way to kind of go back to stuffed animals and Build-a-Bear

and just go back to being a kid, and it’s grown every year since then.”

People chatted with friends as they went around the tables covered in fluffy white material, carefully stuffing their penguins. Others sat at the tall tables to fill out their new furry friend’s birth certificate.

With Valentine’s Day coming up, Sarah West, a strategic communications junior, said she used the event to make a gift for someone special.

“This year, I forgot to give my boyfriend a Valentine’s Day present,” West said. “And he’s coming from Texas today, so I made him a penguin.”

Meriwether said her favorite part of the event is seeing how excited everyone gets and the looks on people’s faces when they’re making

their penguin.

“It’s within the spirit committee, and every year, I’m blown away by the response it gets,” Meriwether said. “People love it.”

Kelly Edwards, an architecture sophomore, said she’s been coming to the event for three semesters now. She said she keeps coming back because it’s a relaxing activity, and her penguins can have new names each time.

“This is my third Pack-a-Penguin,” Edwards said. “I make them for myself because they’re super fun. I name all of them, and I keep them in the architecture studio.

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MOVEMENT IN AGING

PA N E L S E R I E S T O H E A D L I N E R E S E A R C H W E E K

Dr. Kenneth W. Sewell, Vice President for Research at Oklahoma State University

To spotlight the broad scope of research conducted at Oklahoma State University, Research Week will feature a series of panel discussions highlighting the different areas of research Feb.15-19.

The panel series is the idea of OSU Vice President for Research (VPR) Dr. Kenneth Sewell, who wanted to impress on the campus and outside audiences the diversity of research at OSU and how our researchers and faculty are working to solve the world’s most pressing problems.

“I don’t think any of our audiences really grasp the breadth of work OSU scientists, artists and scholars are doing across all disciplines on this campus,” Sewell said. “I hope the VPR panel series will give people a chance to understand the scope of the research that is conducted at Oklahoma State.”

All four panel discussions will be held at 10 a.m. in the Jones Conference room in the ConocoPhillips Alumni Center.

The Research Week Kickoff Panel: “The Importance of Research Breadth at OSU” on Monday, Feb. 15 will set the stage for the week and will highlight the amazing breadth of work underway at OSU that makes it a comprehensive research institution.

This panel will be moderated and hosted by Sewell and includes panelists: Brad Bays, geography; Mike David, physiological sciences; Brian Frehner, history; Tyler Ley, civil engineering; and Liz Roth, art. Issues to be discussed include: geospatial intelligence, biomedical research, scientific inquiry to artistic vision, concrete innovations and geophysics and capitalism.

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Jason DeFreitas, exercise physiology assistant professor, observes a subject’s musculoskeletal evaluation while Ph.D. students (from left) Zachary Pope, Ryan Colquhoun, and Michelle Miller watch.

Study links physiological changes with motor function

An ongoing study led by Oklahoma State University exercise physiology assistant professor, Jason DeFreitas, is researching what physiological changes cause the decline of motor function in aging.

DeFreitas designed a study to specifically test if losses in muscle spindle, sensory receptors found in vertebrate muscles, are responsible for, or at least play a significant role in, age-related losses in motor function.

“We think that spindles may have a significant influence on motor control during every movement. However, this isn’t what is currently being taught,” DeFreitas says.

DeFreitas and his team test subjects ranging in age from 18 to 98 years old.

To date, more than 100 subjects have been tested.

If they are able, participants visit the This is an excerpt Applied Musculoskeletal and Human from a story in the Physiology Laboratory on the Stillwater latest edition of FEB Vanguard. To read campus. The lab is one of only six in FEB the full article go the United States and 25 worldwide to: vpr.okstate.edu FEB equipped with the most recent advancement in motor unit technology, called surface dEMG. The system uses a non-invasive surface sensor to detect and measure the neural activity during voluntary movements. If individuals are unable to go into the lab, a mobile version of the tests can be performed.

DeFreitas’ study is in the second phase of a five-phase plan. If, as DeFreitas hypothesizes, a strong relationship can be found between losses in muscle spindles and age-related motor losses, the next step is a long-term longitudinal study that will solidify the cause and effect relationship.

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Evans’ injury leaves Griffin in critical role for OSU connor nybo SP ORT S r e p o rt e r

From the beginning of the season, Travis Ford’s Cowboys have been forced to have a “next-man-up” attitude.

After Jawun Evans went down with an injury to his right shoulder in Oklahoma State’s 64-59 loss against Texas Tech on Feb. 3, the freshman has not returned to the court. In Evans’ absence, sophomore Tyree Griffin has had to step into a key leadership role, guiding the team at the point guard position.

Griffin and the Cowboys (1113 overall, 2-9 Big 12) will face Kansas State at noon Saturday at Gallagher-Iba Arena.

“I really am (enjoying it), playing a lot of minutes and being a leader,” Griffin said.

“That’s something that I always wanted to do, so I just have to step up and show people that I can do it now.”

As a senior at Landry-Walker High School in New Orleans, Griffin led his team to a 4A state title and was named the Most Outstanding Player of the state tournament. Being the No. 1 player is not something Griffin shies away from. The Cowboys’ offense is in his hands, and he will have to step up to the challenge to end a troublesome season on a high note.

“The team depending on me, being a leader for four years led my team to the state championship,” Griffin said. “I just have to bring it to the table here now and show everybody that I can do it.”

Although the role isn’t something Griffin is unfamiliar with, making the adjustment from reliable role player to starting point guard at the college level could prove a challenge, regardless of previous experience. The way OSU was relying on Evans to run the offense leaves big shoes to fill for Griffin. “(Griffin) is doing a good job,” Ford said. “Especially having to make a change so fast, there wasn’t much time for him to prepare to be playing 35 to 38 minutes a game. He went from a role of coming in to be a spark plug, bringing unbelievable energy, to now a guy that has to run a team.”

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With no timetable for Evans’ return, Griffin will likely continue to play serious minutes at point guard at the tail end of what has been a tiring conference schedule for the Cowboys.

OSU has struggled to get much momentum moving this season, largely due to an injury-plagued lineup and an incredibly competitive Big 12.

“We need a win, there’s no question,” Ford said. “That cures a lot of ailments, trying to get a win under your belt. None of them are going to come easy at this point, and we understand the challenge at hand. We don’t need to get caught up in thinking about winning or losing. We need to play better.”

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John Smith’s legacy stretches far beyond Stillwater.

When Army travels from West Point, New York, to Stillwater on Friday to challenge the No. 4 Cowboys, Smith, the Oklahoma State wrestling coach, will see a familiar face across the mat.

Army coach Kevin Ward took over the Army wrestling program in 2014 after he began his coaching career at OSU as a graduate assistant during the 200607 season. Before taking on a coaching career, Ward wrestled for Smith and claimed a Big 12 title during his senior campaign.

Army assistant coach Chris Chionuma also wrestled for OSU during his senior season in 2010-11.

“Kevin Ward at West Point, he’s done a good job,” Smith said. “He’s getting good recruits, and he’s got a bigger challenge when he recruits from the standpoint it’s a real commitment, not just for the sport of wrestling, but academically.

“It’s a prestigious school.

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It’s an important place in American society. A lot of great men have come out of there. I think what’s exciting for us is that we want to return to visit; we want to go there. I think it’d be a great experience for your team to be able to go to West Point and get to see a little bit of a different world of discipline.”

Army (3-5) is riding momentum after the Black Knights claimed the All-Academy’s Championship their last time on the mat Jan. 30. Brian Harvey highlights the Army squad at 174 pounds with a top-20 ranking.

Harvey will face a hole in the Cowboys’ lineup after Kyle Crutchmer injured his right ankle against Oklahoma on Feb. 5. Smith said Crutchmer will not wrestle in OSU’s next two duals and will be listed as “weekto-week.” Chandler Rogers wrestled in Crutchmer’s place Sunday against Cornell and lost to sixth-ranked Brian Realbuto 13-2.

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The Cowboys (10-2) will be favored in every other match with nine of their potential starters boasting a top-20 ranking.

“At this point in the season, you’re gonna get everybody’s best,” OSU 141-pounder Dean Heil said. “Everybody is, as coach calls it, ‘getting their second wind.’ It’s right before nationals. Everybody’s looking to get as high of a ranking as they can and help their seedings out at nationals.”

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46 Pluto’s Egyptian counterpart 47 Alternative to de Gaulle 48 Buster who portrayed Flash Gordon 52 Uncalled for 55 Canaanite deity 59 Decide 60 Lee side: Abbr.

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JUNE 1ST RENTALS STILLWATER PROPERTY 633 N. HUSBAND (405) 743-2126 ONE BEDROOMS OLD TOWNE VILLAGE 1523 W. MCMURTRY RD BRAND NEW STUDIO UNITS ALL BILLS PAID-FENCED YARD 40” TV & WASHER/DRYER INCL GRANITE-4 MILES TO OSU VERY PRIVATE-COUNTRY SETTING $595 PER MONTH-PETS NEGOTIABLE CREEKSIDE CONDOS 1405 W. MCMURTRY RD BRAND NEW CONDO STYLE UNITS ALL ELECTRIC-WATER/TRASH PAID FENCED YARD-WASHER/DRYER INCLUDED GRANITE-4 MILES TO OSU VERY PRIVATE-COUNTRY SETTING $620 PER MONTH-PETS NEGOTIABLE LOGWOOD APARTMENTS 716 N. HUSBAND CLOSE TO CAMPUS-ALL ELECTRIC WALK IN CLOSETS-NO W/D LARGE OPEN LAYOUTS $450 PER MONTH KAY-DEE APARTMENTS 1315 W. 3RD VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS WALK IN CLOSET-ALL ELECTRIC NO W/D-PAID WATER $550 PER MONTH 240 S. LEWIS VERY LARGE UNIT-WALK IN CLOSETS WASHER/DRYER INCLUDED 5 BLOCKS TO OSU CAMPUS TOTAL ELECTRIC-PD WATER/LAWN $600 PER MONTH

FOX RUN APARTMENTS 127 N. DUCK TOTAL ELECTRIC-WOOD FLOORS ONSITE LAUNDRY-PAID WATER VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS $500 PER MONTH WEST MAPLE APARTMENTS 124 W. MAPLE ALL ELEC-COVERED PARKING VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS NO W/D-LARGE LIVING AREA $520 PER MONTH BRADFORD COURT APARTMENTS 304 S. JEFFERSON VERY CLOSE TO OSU/STRIP ALL ELECTRIC-NEW PAINT/CARPET SMALL BUT VERY EFFICIENT $580 PER MONTH KAY-DEE APARTMENTS 1315 W. 3RD VERY CLOSE TO OSU/GREEK AREA ALL ELECTRIC-NEW PAINT/CARPET NO W/D-PETS NEGOTIABLE $620 PER MONTH TERRACE TOWNHOMES 818 N. HUSBAND 2-STORY LAYOUTS & FLATS CLOSE TO OSU-ALL ELECTRIC PETS NEGOTIABLE-NO W/D 2 BATH UNIT OPTIONAL $575 PER MONTH YELLOWROCK APARTMENTS 308 N. HUSBAND ALL ELECTRIC-VERY CLOSE TO OSU WALK IN CLOSETS-LARGE OPEN LAYOUT NEW PAINT/CARPET-NO W/D $620 PER MONTH

TWO BEDROOMS

NORTH MAIN DUPLEXES 100 N. HARTMAN 1 MILE TO OSU-LAWN CARE INCL VERY NICE AND PRIVATE PETS NEGOTIABLE-W/D HOOKUPS 1-CAR GARAGE $675 PER MONTH

LAKEVIEW APARTMENTS 2209 N. MONROE CLOSE TO BOOMER LAKE ALL ELECTRIC-LARGE LAYOUT WALK IN CLOSETS-NO W/D $460 PER MONTH

824 W. 8TH 1.5 BATHS-PETS OK STAINED CONCRETE FLOORS SMALLER BEDROOMS-LAWN CARE INCL VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS-TOWNHOUSE $640 PER MONTH

LOGWOOD APARTMENTS 716 N. HUSBAND ALL ELECTRIC-CLOSE TO CAMPUS NO W/D-RECENT UPDATES $470 PER MONTH

VILLA COURT APARTMENTS 1517 W. 4TH VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS/GREEK NEW CARPET/PAINT-WASHER/DRYER INCL $850 PER MONTH

TYLER TEN APARTMENTS 1110 W. TYLER ALL ELEC-VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS NO W/D-PETS NEGOTIABLE $460 PER MONTH

410 S. LOWRY 1-CAR GARAGE-SMALLER HOME HARDWOOD FLOORS PETS OK-W/D HOOKUPS $600 PER MONTH

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1124 N. MAIN WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPS RECENT UPDATES-1 MILE TO OSU LOTS OF SHADE-QUIET AREA $575 PER MONTH 917 E. 8TH OLDER HOME-CENTRALLY LOCATED PETS OK-1.5 MILE TO OSU $675 PER MONTH 1806 S. SHALAMAR 1-CAR GARAGE WEST STILLWATER NEWER PAINT/CARPET PETS OK-W/D HOOKUPS $675 PER MONTH 117 W. HUSBAND COURT 2-FULL BATHS 2-CAR GARAGE NORTH OF OSU 4 MILES NICE AND QUIET AREA-PETS OK $820 PER MONTH

THREE BEDROOMS 1018 E. ELM 2-FULL BATHS/COVERED PARKING 2 LIVING AREAS-FENCED YARD CENTRALLY LOCATED-NEAR PARK 1 MILE TO OSU-PETS OK $1050 PER MONTH 1415 E. CEDAR GARAGE-FENCED YARD HARDWOOD FLOORS-VERY NICE CENTRALLY LOCATED $960 PER MONTH 901 W. LIBERTY 2 FULLS BATHS-GARAGE PETS NEGOTIABLE-CORNER LOT ACROSS FROM BOOMER LAKE COMPLETELY RENOVATED $1200 PER MONTH 841 W. KNAPP 1 MILE TO OSU CAMPUS 1 BATHROOM-W/D HOOKUPS HARDWOOD FLOORS $875 PER MONTH 611 N. DUCK VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS 1-CAR GARAGE-W/D HOOKUPS WOOD FLOORS-LARGE YARD $825 PER MONTH 2309 N. LAKEVIEW COURT 2.5 BATHROOMS-2 CAR GARAGE FENCED YARD-PETS OK 2 HEAT/AIR UNITS-HUGE LAYOUT $1050 PER MONTH 806 W. MOORE RENOVATED HOME-NEAR OSU CAMPUS HARDWOOD FLOORS-FENCED YARD VERY NICE-1CAR GARAGE PETS NEGOTIABLE $900 PER MONTH

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1517 W. 4TH VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS/GREEK AREA 2.5 BATHS-COVERED PARKING 2 STORY TOWNHOUSE-PAID WATER VERY DESIREABLE LOCATION $1425 PER MONTH

FOUR BEDROOMS 1103 N. LEWIS 3 FULL BATHS-2 FULL KITCHENS 1 MILE TO OSU-COUNTRY SETTING PAID WATER-WASHER/DRYER INCL LOTS OF SPACE-2 STORY HOUSE $1500 PER MONTH 1724 W. SUNSET 3 FULL BATHS-GRANITE COUNTERS ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDED-NEW HOUSE VERY CLOSE TO CAMPUS-ALL ELECTRIC 2 STORY ON CORNER LOT-VERY NICE $2200 PER MONTH 123 S. STALLARD HUGE YARD-PETS OK CENTRALLY LOCATED-W/D INCLUDED 1.5 MILES TO OSU-STORM SHELTER NEW PAINT/CARPET $1400 PER MONTH 236 S. LEWIS 3 FULL BATHS-1 MILE TO OSU NEW PAINT/CARPET-2 LIVING AREAS LARGE LAYOUT-LARGE BEDROOMS $1400 PER MONTH 4519 S. HUSBAND NICE DETACHED SHOP BUILDING 4 MILES TO OSU CAMPUS LARGE FENCED YARD-RURAL SETTING $1640 PER MONTH 2136 W. SUNSET 2 FULL BATHS-LARGE CORNER LOT VERY CLOSE TO OSU CAMPUS-PETS OK LARGE LIVING AREA WITH FIREPLACE ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDED-1CAR GARAGE $1580 PER MONTH

FIVE BEDROOMS 6418 N. SEADOG WOOD FLOORS-4 MILES TO OSU 5 ACRES-OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS ROOM TO ROAM!!!!! $2050 PER MONTH 116 N. MANNING BRAND NEW CUSTOM HOME 1.5 MILES TO OSU-ALL ELECTRIC LARGE FLOORPLAN-W/D INCLUDED GRANITE COUNTERS-VERY NICE STAINED CONCRETE FLOORS 3 FULL BATHROOMS-CEILING FANS $2050 PER MONTH

SIX BEDROOMS 102 S. PAYNE NEW CUSTOM HOME-3 FULL BATHS TVS INCLUDED IN BEDROOMS GRANITE COUNTERS-1 MILE TO OSU NEW PAINT/NEW CARPET WASHER/DRYER INCLUDED $2250 PER MONTH

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2/12/16

Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit, 1 to 9.

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Today’s Birthday (02/12/16). Community collaborations especially make a difference this year. New income (after 3/8) alters your educational plans and travels (after 3/23). A two-year exploration and research phase begins after 9/9. Family fortunes rise (after 9/1), impacting your personal wallet (after 9/16). Work together for love.

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 -- You can make it happen. Don’t get hung up on details. Pay attention to your dreams.

It’s not a good time to travel, or send packages. Slow down to avoid accidents. Organize to save time.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 6 -- Study the situation.

Consider your moves carefully before making them. Notice the mood and undercurrent. Intellect and intuition agree. Pool resources to achieve a shared goal. Finish up a project and file papers away.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Negotiate and compromise. You’re especially persuasive. New challenges equal new risks. Keep things practical. Patiently clarify to dissipate confusion.

Support your team. Encourage someone’s creativity. Imagine getting what you want. Provide leadership.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Take charge. Put in corrections where necessary. Slow for obstacles. Don’t take risks or spend over budget. New opportunities for a rise in status appear.

Set a juicy goal and get moving.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Friends help you advance down the road. Extend your area of influence. Travel, and study new fields. You’re gaining points with someone you admire. Unexpected benefits arise. Do the reading before going.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Take care of finances over the next two days. Keep bookkeeping current. Make payments and deposits. Play by the rules. Check out an interesting suggestion. Collaborate creatively, and go further than either would solo.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Be receptive. Listen and learn. Strengthen a partnership today and tomorrow. Together you go farther, faster (and with more fun). Use a gentle touch, rather than forcing. Try new views to discover unconsidered opportunities.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 9 -- Focus on work for the next few days. Shut out gossip, rumors and distractions. Concentrate closely to avoid expensive mistakes. Don’t fall for a trick. You don’t have the full picture yet. Wait to decide.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Take your romance up a level today and tomorrow. Play and practice your game. Avoid silly arguments that sap the spark. If annoyed, take a walk. Give up being right for now. You’re developing a new perspective.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 7 -- Dance with unexpected changes. Family comes first today and tomorrow. Home projects require your attention. A dream is within reach. Decisions made now last. Think it over, review plans and make your moves.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is an 8 -- Research and exploration projects entice today and tomorrow. Get carried away by discoveries, and write them down. Correct misconceptions.

Present new views and insights. Brilliant ideas come when least expected. Relax and play.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 9 -- The next two days look good for business. Your ideas are attracting attention. Take care of the client first. Pay expenses and calculate profit. Send invoices.

Don’t take on more than you can handle.

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Media Report: Barry J. Sanders intends to transfer to OSU f r o m S taf f R ep ort s @ocol lys ports

Barry J. Sanders told The Oklahoman he intends to transfer to Oklahoma State in late June as a graduate transfer.

Barry J. Sanders graduated from Heritage Hall in Oklahoma City and is the son of OSU’s lone Heisman Trophy winner, Barry Sanders, who is the Cowboys’ all-time leader in touchdowns with 60.

“They’ve got my full commitment, and I’m looking forward to being there come late June,” Barry J. Sanders told The Oklahoman.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2016

BARRY J. SANNDERS/Twitter Barry J. Sanders, son of former Oklahoma State Heisman-winning running back Barry Sanders, tweeted he’s transfering to OSU in June.

He had 664 rushing yards and five touchdowns over three years at Stanford. For his move to Stillwater to become official, Sanders must graduate from Stanford. He is on track to graduate, according to The Oklahoman.

“Just being a part of the

program and being able to get a chance to officially say I’m a Poke will be something special for me personally,” Sanders told The Oklahoman. f o l l o w o ’ c o l ly : @ o c o l ly s p o r t s

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scott u/Flickr Running back Barry J. Sanders had 664 rushing yards and five touchdowns at Standford. His father scored 60 touchdowns at OSU.

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