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Wichita State adds Littell as assistant coach Adam Engel Staff Reporter Jim Littell is going home.

Littell, a former OSU women’s basketball head coach, accepted an assistant coach position at Wichita State on Wednesday morning.

He coached the Cowgirls for 17 years (11 as head coach) and compiled a handful of NCAA Tournament appearances.

Throughout his OSU tenure, he earned the Big 12 Coach of the Year twice.

Littell assumed head coaching duties in late November 2011 after head coach Kurt Budke and assistant coach Miranda Serna died in a plane crash.

A Kansas native, Littell returns to his birth city. An old connection led him back to Wichita.

Keitha Adams, WSU’s head coach, played for Littell at Oxford (Kansas) High School. Now, the player becomes his boss.

“He’s a great teacher of the game and a phenomenal person,” Adams said. “Over the years Coach (Littell) and I have had many conversations about basketball and life. I’ve considered him a friend, mentor and family.”

Jaiden Daughty Jim Littell a former OSU head coach accepted an assistant coaching position at Oklahoma State University.

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Courtesy Lois Neisis and Lorie Godfrey The 1981 Oxford team celebrates its state championship with head coach Jim Littell (far left).

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Chris Becker After spending last season at Auburn and prior to that as the head coach of Vanderbilt Derek Mason sets off on his journey as OSU’s defensive coordinator.

Mason, Dunn appreciative of unique role as black coordinators ter. It does matter. You know, like it matters to young kids.”

Oklahoma State is the only team in the Big 12 that has two black coordinators. There are only two other black coordinators in the Big 12, West Virginia’s ShaDon Brown, who became co-defensive coordinator in 2021, and Todd Bates, the co-defensive Sam Hutchens coordinator at OU. Assistant Sports Editor There are no black head coaches in the Big 12.

Mason said he looked up to black coaches such as Tony Dungy, who won a Super Bowl with the OSU defensive coordinator Derek Mason’s role Colts, and NFL coach Dennis Green. Mason wants to matters. be a visible, successful presence on the sideline for Sure, it matters to Cowboy players and fans. In kids.

January, Mason was brought in from Auburn to main“It’s about making sure that those guys have tain and build on the wildly successful OSU defense the right role models and the right guys, you know, from the past season. standing up and trying to do the right things,” Mason But Mason has another role aside from coachsaid. “I’m going to try to transform our game a little ing. bit.”

Being a role model.

Kasey Dunn has had a different path to OSU And along with OSU offensive coordinator than his new counterpart. Dunn joined OSU’s staff Kasey Dunn, who is also black, Mason says being a in 2011 and has become the longest-tenured OSU black coordinator in college football is important. football assistant since 1962.

“You know, I think it’s an honor and a priviHe has high hopes for the Cowboys with Mason lege,” Mason said. “To be honest, when it’s all said running the defense. and done, I’d be lying if I told you that it doesn’t mat“I want it to go well, I want more doors to be

opened,” Dunn said. “When you look at the Big 12, I think it’s just myself and Derek in the Big 12 and no minority head coaches. You know, I’d like to see more. And I think this is a good step.”

Mason said he is trying to be a good role model for young black coaches he knows, including the ones on staff at OSU. “At the end of the day, what you’re trying to do is just put your best work, like on display,” Mason said. “And then when people get an opportunity to evaluate you and say, ‘Okay, maybe you can get this done,’ then like, that’s great.”

Success is one of the best things Dunn and Mason can model.

“We’ve had some good runs here and we’re winning ballgames,” Dunn said. “(Mason) has had a lot of success and I’m looking forward to this season and working with Derek and trying to get another great season here and hopefully create more opportunities for minorities down the road.”

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Customized song selection OSU’s Larry Sanchez wins Equestrian Coach of the Year during the 2019 Big 12 Equestrian Championship, at Totusek Arena in Stillwater, OK, on March 29-30, 2019.

The impact of a NCEA Championship “When we walked in, the cheers that came from everybody that was around was just incredible,” Sanchez said.

Two musicians supplied live music in the restaurant, and once they understood what the Cowgirls had accomplished, they adjusted the song selection.

George Strait’s “How ‘Bout Them Cowgirls” and Ben Hutchens Queen’s “We Are The Champions” serenaded the Staff Reporter victorious OSU team. Sanchez said next thing he knew the girls were dancing and cheering.

In Larry Sanchez’ 24 years of coaching he had “It was a truly special moment that went on for never had an evening like he had Saturday. a couple hours that evening,” Sanchez said. “I think Sanchez, Oklahoma State equestrian coach, it’s going to stay in their minds for a long long time.” and his team walked into the Yellow Pony, an upA celebration in the Yellow Pony is a far cry scale restaurant on the first floor of OSU’s Florida from OSU equestrian’s humble beginnings. Sanchez hotel, and applause immediately erupted. said when he was hired to start the program in 1999 The Cowgirls walked in as national champions. there was minimal facilities, and a partnership with OSU defeated Fresno State, TCU and Texas OSU animal sciences was the one of the only things A&M over the weekend to claim the program’s first the program had going for it. overall National College Equestrian Association “If it wasn’t for animal science, we’d have championship. started with absolutely nothing,” Sanchez said.

Sanchez said the Yellow Pony was filled with “When I got here, we had the facilities, but we didn’t OSU supporters and also fans of other schools com- have any horses.” peting in the NCEA championship.

Sanchez shared a story of driving an hour to a

horse sale and buying a nice horse. There was a need for horses, so Sanchez loaded up the animal, drove it back to Stillwater and ran it in practice the same day.

The equestrian team has slowly been building momentum since its inception. OSU has won eight Big 12 championships and regularly appeared at the national championships. The national title could continue to elevate the program.

Sanchez said pictures of a team holding national championship hardware tend to circulate social media and pick up more news coverage than ones without trophies.

“Any coach will tell you, win a national championship and recruiting gets just a little bit easier, not a lot easier, but a little bit easier,” Sanchez said.

Sanchez said he doesn’t intend to rest on any laurels or slow down. That’s not how return trips to the Yellow Pony are made.

“We’re very excited to work hard next year so that we can try and bring another national championship back to Oklahoma State and make this kind of a tradition, rather than a once in a while thing,” Sanchez said. sports.ed@ocolly.com

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The new wing competitor in Stillwater Asa Lucas Staff Reporter Wingstop has finally arrived in Stillwater, and I think many will be pleased with what this new location has to offer.

The Stillwater Wingstop sticks to the normal formula and style that most wing enthusiasts remember.

However, there are a few problems with it.

One of the biggest challenges that Wingstop has is the greenness of the location and staff. Being located on Perkins Road with the construction makes getting there an inconvenience. Don’t expect a nice and quick trip there. And, if you order to pick up a meal for two or more expect at least a forty minute wait on the weekends.

The staff here in Stillwater are still struggling to find a way to balance the order load and get it out in a quick and efficient manner, which can be a struggle for customers.

So, now that you understand the wait takes a while. You also need to know that the price is not conveniently cheaper than Buffalo Wild Wings. For an order of 10 traditional wings with a side of fries and ranch you pay $14.69.

To be fair, the wings are delicious and the fries complement the meal well. The ranch is lacking somewhat, considering how runny it was. But, it hit the stop and my stomach had no complaints.

However, they do have some decent deals for the price. You can order 20 boneless wings with a large fry, and two ranches, for $15.99. And, they do have 70 cent boneless wings. But enough of the pros and cons, let’s get down to the brass tax with this review.

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Asa Lucas At the new Wingstop in Stillwater, the menu has options like boneless or bone-in wings (pictured above) that are sure to hit the spot.

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Seniors attempt finding jobs after graduation Katelyn Schedcik Staff Reporter Celebrations, applications and stress accompany graduation.

Oklahoma State senior Emily Wade, majoring in hospitality, has applied to 20 jobs this semester.

“At this moment in time, I’m like, ‘Oh my goodness,’” Wade said. “I’m super stressed out and trying to apply to all these jobs on Indeed and HireOSU. I’m just trying to find a job that I can start as soon as June or July.”

Wade attended two career fairs this semester. She said she was not thinking heavily about her future during the first career fair. She oversaw the second career fair and focused on ensuring things were running smoothly rather than landing a job. She talked to a handful of employers but never reached back out to secure a position.

Wade has a minor in events management and wants to pursue a job as a banquet coordinator. She said she recognizes she must build her way up to have the position she wants in the future. Wade is in the process of finding a beginner job that allows her to gain experience.

“It’s a lot,” Wade said. “I still try to give myself time to have fun. I set myself a goal every day that I have to at least apply to two jobs so I don’t have to get behind. That’s just so I won’t get too stressed about it later.”

Wade is communicating with the Omni Fort Worth Convention Center and is trying to gain a job working events within the center. The Omni position is the only job she has in sight, but she said she stays positive about finding something that will fulfill her.

Wade said she is working on staying levelheaded as her classmates receive job offers. She asks for tips from those who have a job about interviews and how to present herself.

“I believe I’ll get a job when the right job comes along,” Wade said.

“I’ve gotten to know quite a few people and ask them for advice. But it’ll come along.”

On the other hand, while students like Wade are constantly searching, others arehesitant. In addition, pressures to stay around family keep some students, like Rex Floyd, from applying.

Floyd is a senior at OSU finish-

ing his fifth year after switching majors three times. He initially studied biology, business and political science but settled on criminal justice. Floyd said he wants to go into law enforcement but has not decided whether he wants to pursue federal or state level. Floyd said he is stuck between going into a career he enjoys or staying under the control of his parents as graduation comes closer.

“I just feel lots of pressure to stay home and also lots of pressure to do whatever they want me to do,” Floyd said. “They want me to do everything I don’t want to do. If I make any plans, their plans kinda take over mine.”

Floyd put off job searching during the beginning of the semester because of his parents. Now,hehas had to plan life after graduation in a hurry to make up for lost time. Floyd said he fears he will not get the position he wants due to waiting. He said he wants to be able to live by himself and make a living without his family’s help.

“I think the biggest stressful part besides needing a job is figuring out a way to get out of the house,” Floyd said.

“Sooner rather than later. I feel like I have to speed things up in half the time people usually get. I want to be able to support myself finally.”

Some seniors panic about finding a job close to home,andothers worry about leaving the country. This is the reality for Cameron Whitmarsh, a student from England finishing his final year at OSU. Whitmarsh attends Keele University but said he figured he would give international studies a go. Whitmarsh is majoring in marketing and said he is indecisive about whether he wants to pursue a job back home or in America.

He said he knows the market for his career is booming in England, but he feels a pull to come back to the states in the future.

Whitmarsh said he has made plenty of network connections within Oklahoma but lost a few contacts back in England. As a result, Whitmarsh has not set his sights on a job but said he knows he wants to go into advertisement.

“It’s been kinda like a vacation, to be completely honest,” Whitmarsh said.

“But I am nervous. College life has been quite, quite great and I’m sad I’m leaving that behind and entering the

Zachary Hunter Oklahoma State students can attend career fairs, practicing their interview skills in mock interview sessions held by the university.

real world. I’m going to miss it.”

In contrast, some seniors are overwhelmed at the possibilities their career provides. Abigail LaNoue, an OSU senior studying theatre, said graduation and not knowing what path to take smothers her.

LaNoue said she understands the risk of going into a field where she might not get paid well at first. She has been looking into performance openings in the Oklahoma City area but wants to work her way up to pursue Broadway openings. She has worked to make connections, but a role has not been offered.

“As much as any form of art can bring you happiness, it’s hard to make money doing that,” LaNoue said. “It’s

hard to make it to auditions and find directors that you like. You have to be top of the crop or else you won’t get noticed. I think that’s why I haven’t had any success in the bigger cities.”

LaNoue has navigated the field and said she wants to settle on a position she can build her way up in. She said she is also looking for side hustles to help with money issues as she searches. Jobs like bartending or being a waitress are what she has in mind.

LaNoue said she wants to have a performing role but knows she will possibly have to start with backstage jobs or crew work.

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Continued from page 6 She said she feels overloaded by not knowing where she will end up and is drained trying to decide what to do before the end of the semester. The struggle to find openings has weighed on her mental health and outlook.

“The options are so wide right now because I don’t have a place to start,” LaNoue said. “It’salmost more stressful than only having one option. Like, how do I know if I make the right decision, you know? I don’t have to do one thing for the rest of my life, but it feels like it.”

Oklahoma State is equipped with resources for students on the lookout, like LaNoue. An abundance of career service assistants is one of those resources.

One career service assistant, Amy Weaver, said she meets with about 10 students a week from different backgrounds, majors, and ideas. Helping to make job searching less stressful and offer guidance with each step is her job. In addition, career services provide mock interviews, helps with cover letters, resume checking and general career advice.

Weaver said though she is not familiar with the ins and outs of every industry, some students can fall behind if they do not take the right actions at the right moments.

“There are some [majors] where if a student is not proactive, they might have a more difficult time when it comes to looking for a job,” Weaver said.

“There are seasons when a lot of students get hired in and it can be really discouraging for some students who miss it.”

Concerning the job market, Weaver said it is a great time to search for positions because of people moving around and graduations. She said it might be overwhelming for an entry-level employee, but she encourages students to lunge at opportunities.

“I think that employers are becoming more attentive to the needs of their employees in terms of offering flexibility,” Weaver said. “So, I think it’sa great time to be looking for a job. Lots of availabilities are starting to pop up.”

Sometimes career services are not enough to calm the nerves of some seniors while preparing for graduation. This is where University Counseling Services on campus steps in.

Nikkie Dunnigan, Department of Wellness program manager, has been involved with Oklahoma State since August. In her experience, Dunnigan said students struggle with the question, “What next?” She said when graduation comes, anxiety rises because students must leave a system they have been familiar with their whole life. She works with students to help verbalize their problems and understand it is normal to feel this way during development.

“As students, we always knew what was coming next,” Dunnigan said. “We did elementary school, middle school, high school, college. We always knew what the next step in the plan is. Once we get that degree, the world is wide open. That can be overwhelming sometimes.”

Students putting pressure on themselves to find

Zachary Hunter Kenneth Kern, director of graduate programs in the Watson Graduate School of Management, said interview preparation can make the difference between acceptance or denial into a program.

an amazing job after graduation is another issue she sees often. Dunnigan said it is best to keep moving forward even though nerves might get the best of people. She works to reframe the student’s mindset more positively so the future is less intimidating.

Dunnigan said students should focus more on taking life slowly on a day-to-day basis instead of planning out their lives. She offered advice to those who may think negatively about the road ahead.

“[Students] are worth so much more than a title, productivity or what they could earn,” Dunnigan said. “The ‘next step’ is just that: a next step. There is still a lot of time for growth and discovery.”

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