So you're in quarantine. Monday, November 16, 2020
Here's how to make it more enjoyable. By Amelia Jauregui Amid the COVID craziness, it is almost inevitable that you or someone you know will get the virus. It is important to follow the needed protocols and mask mandates here in Stillwater, but unfortunately, being in a community of so many close-knit individuals, the chances of experiencing the virus are high. I’m sure everyone is hyper-aware of what someone must do following a positive test or being a primary contact, but it does require the dreaded quarantine. Ten to fourteen days in isolation is not what most people consider a “good time,” however, there are many benefits that could come from this time alone. Having two weeks to yourself could spark the start of new hobbies, revitalization of old interests or even self-improvement. But before the wrong
Flickr COVID-19 has many people experiencing quarantine for the first time in their lives.
idea is placed in your head, this virus and time in quarantine is not something that should be romanticized or idealized. Nonetheless, there are ways to make the most of a less than enjoyable situation. Walking/Running: When it comes to quaran-
tine, one of the first things to get old is being in the same space 24/7. However, if one feels up to the task, going on walks or runs outside can be a great way to get fresh air and a change of scenery. Just make sure to keep your distance from people to keep them
safe from possible infection. Painting/ Drawing: This is another great option for someone who may be stuck inside their room. Take art supplies you may have such as pencils, paints, markers-- whatever is easily accessible-- and try to create a new piece of art. There is no need to have any artistic background or talent because this is just a fun way to get the creative juices flowing. Workout Challenges: If you look anywhere on social media, especially YouTube, you will see that workout challenges are abundant. If you look up a one or two-week workout challenge and follow through with it throughout the time supposed to be spent in your bedroom, you could have the ability to both feel and look better. Of course, if feeling ill, this may not be the best quarantine activity. See Quarantine on page 3
May Madness: Oklahoma State’s spring soccer season In a normal year, the NCAA women’s soccer tournament bracket contains 64 teams. This year, due to COVID-19 precautions, the bracket is only 48 teams deep. The Ben Hutchens field will consist of 31 automatic qualifiers and 17 The Cowgirl soccer at-large selections. team is not finished playCollege sports fans ing yet. are used to having SelecAlthough OSU contion Sunday for the NCAA cluded its nine-game Big men’s basketball 12 schedule last Thursday ment, and soccer tournano against Oklahoma, the odd different. The fieldisfor the nature of the 2020 soccer NCAA soccer tournament season means OSU will be announced on play meaningful soccer in will April 18. The finals of the the spring. Women’s College Cup will NCAA women’s soc- be from May 13-17. cer teams will be given an Carmichael said he opportunity to schedule feels like his team has regular-season matches done enough in the fall from Feb. 3-April 17 in season to merit an invitathe spring of 2020. The tion to the NCAA soccer matches will give teams tournament in the spring. a chance to improve their also expressed thankrecords and build a case to He fulness for the soccer his the NCAA selection com- team was mittee on why they should season. able to play this be invited to the NCAA “We’re really blessed soccer tournament. we’re at Oklahoma State “Our intention is to and we’re the Big 12 play seven or eight games Conferenceinand we get to this spring to get our team play,” Carmichael said. “If in position to hopefully Alicia Young this is all we get to play get invited to the NCAA year, we need to be tournament,” OSU soccer this thankful for that, and if we OSU midfielder Rebekah George attempts a goal during the Oklahoma State vs. Oklahoma Bedcoach Colin Carmichael lam soccer match on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at John Crain Field in Norman, Ok. get to play in the spring, said. we’re going to go out there At this point, OSU’s and make the most of it.” spring opponents are not sports.ed@ocolly.com decided.