Friday, July 22, 2022
40 for Freshmen Advice from students past and present
Peyton Little Staff Reporter
Abby Cage Kansas head coach Lance Leipold is looking for improvement in his second season with the Jayhawks.
Kansas looking for small improvements in 2022 Ben Hutchens Staff Reporter Over the next few weeks, The O’Colly will be releasing its Big 12 preseason rankings in the form of team previews. This week, picked to finish in 10th place in the conference by our writers are the Kansas Jayhawks. 2021 record: 2-10 (1-8 Big 12) The Kansas Jayhawks were never the same after playing Oklahoma State last season. That’s a good thing for KU fans. The Cowboys embarrassed the Jayhawks on homecoming with a 55-3 beatdown that sent weary OSU fans streaming to the exits at halftime. OSU held a 38-point lead at the break and put in third-string quarterback Ethan Bullock to take the final snaps of the game. It was the same Kansas as ever, the Kansas that has finished last in the conference seven straight
seasons. The 2022 Jayhawks will not be the same team that got throttled in Stillwater last year. After the OSU game, KU coach Lance Leipold turned his offense over to dual threat quarterback Jalon Daniels. It paid off. Daniels started the final three games of the season. Each of the games were decided by one score and KU’s overtime win against Texas was the it’s first Big 12 win since 2019. Nine offensive starters return for KU, including sophomore running back Devin Neal. Neal was the eighth leading rusher in the Big 12 last season averaging 4.5 yards a carry. Combined with Daniels rushing ability, the ground game will be the strength of the Jayhawk offense. “(Neal) understands, he embraces that culture of competition as much as anybody, and he knows that maybe last year he burst on the scene a little bit,” Leipold said. “He won’t have that luxury this year. But again, he’s one of those guys that’s going to prepare and take his game to the next level.”
The Jayhawk defense will improve this season, but that’s not as complimentary a statement as it may seem. The Jayhawks tied U Mass for last in the FBS allowing 44.7 points aper game and KU was No. 126 out of 130 teams in total defense last season, allowing 486.8 yards per game. Leipold lost ten games last season, as many as his three previous seasons at Buffalo combined. The Jayhawks were picked last in the Big 12 preseason poll again, but Leipold isn’t looking at the standings to judge improvement. “We understand and we emphasize, as well, we’re not in the moral victory business, and we understand that completely,” Leipold said. “But we’re always looking at, whether it be individual improvement in certain things…whether it be weight room or academically and better leadership, better teammates, that these things are going to stack upon themselves and help us on game day.” sports.ed@ocolly.com
High school to college is a large jump to make, and it can often be overwhelming for many people. Thankfully, there have been many people that have made this jump successfully that have shared their knowledge with The O’Colly. Here are 40 pieces of advice to the incoming class of 2026. “Go to office hours and get to know your professors. Building relationships and networking makes a huge difference in the long run.”- Jack Beadles, junior in entrepreneurship and management. “Do not say no to any opportunity that could bring you new friends. If you get invited to an event, especially during welcome week, take the risk and go.”Tara Mason, sophomore in applied exercise science. “Realize that the amount of accountability you had in high school for doing the right thing, making good choices, going to class, doing homework, etc. is now much different. Analyze your own strengths and weaknesses and don’t be afraid to ask for help.”- Virginia Coonce, sophomore in human development and family sciences: child and family services. “Don’t worry about making friends. Every single person is in the same boat as you. Everyone wants friends just as badly as you do. Put yourself out there, and I promise, it will all work
out.”- Landry Ehmer, sophomore in nutritional sciences allied health. “Make sure to park where you are supposed to. If not, they’ll find you and give you a ticket, or worse, the boot.”- Oklahoma State alumnus. “Always take any free things you can get. Even if you don’t think you’ll use it, you will.”Trinity McMahon, junior in biology and zoology pre vet. “It’s okay to feel a little lost in your first semester. You’ll eventually get your footing.”Haley Velez, sophomore in marketing. “Study every day.”- Aaron Maloney, sophomore in mechanical engineering. “Have your values clearly articulated in your head before you go to college. Thinking about what your limits are in terms of drinking, drug use, sex, academic cheating, etc. is better than going with the flow. You don’t want to wake up one morning wondering how you got to this point or having to face the life-changing consequences of a bad decision”- Oklahoma State alumna. “You don’t have to rush to have friends. If you hate the sorority you rush, just drop. You’ll be much happier.”- Lily Chavez, sophomore in political science and global studies. “Find a good church home.”- Jenna Curry, second year junior in communication sciences and disorders. “Tide Pods (or generic pod detergent) are the best detergent for doing laundry”- Tyler Brandes, junior in marketing. “Ask for help. Go to the 321 student union freshman success center. Utilize the resources
on campus.”- Mariah Martin, sophomore in English. “Don’t cut off your social life. Do what needs to be done with school and then have fun with friends. Social interaction will get you through.”- Hunter Muncrief, senior in aviation management and aviation security. “Wear flip flops in dorm showers”- Oklahoma State alumnus. “Find a good Bible study group to stay grounded while there. Enjoy the orange life from a Christian perspective.”- Oklahoma State alumna. “For move in, keep it simple. You accumulate things throughout the year and don’t need to buy every little thing before moving in.”- Anixza Resendiz, sophomore in environmental science. “Don’t eat at Linguetti’s.”- Maddie Hawley, sophomore in accounting and sports management. “Don’t overwork yourselves. If you think it’ll be too much, it definitely will be.”- John Muths, sophomore in electrical engineering. “Know your capacity and learn when to say no. Do not overwhelm yourself with activities.”Reem Mansy, senior in architecture. “Be prepared to say no. There are so many things to do, but you have to choose what you want to do.”- Rosie Perez, grad student in applied exercise science.
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Courtesy of Lanie Varner Lanie Varner told incoming freshmen that Taylor’s is one of the best places to eat on campus, since they switch their menus every week.