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SAFE CAMPUS? With rising rape report numbers at OSU, do students still feel safe on campus?

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Despite rising rape report numbers at OSU, students feel safe D ru Norton S taff Repo rter @ ocolly

Reace Downing said she always feels safe on campus, despite numbers indicating a rise in rape reports at Oklahoma State.

However, the increase in numbers – almost double from 2017 to 2018 - isn’t due to more instances of rape, but more cases being reported, according to the vice president of student affairs.

“From a student affairs standpoint, we don’t get the sense that there has been any major change in behavior. It’s not all of the sudden things are going crazy, people are just getting more comfortable reporting to us,” Doug Hallenbeck said. “The 2018 report year would’ve been right at the tail end of the Me Too movement. Nationally, people are much more willing to come forward.”

Beyond the numbers, Downing fears being alone on campus.

“There’s almost always someone in the area, it feels like I’m never alone, so that’s comforting,” said Downing, a strategic communications sophomore.

According to the 2019 Annual Crime & Safety Report, in 2017, there were 13 total reports of rape. In 2018, that number almost doubled, with 25 reports of rape.

Out of the 25 reports, 17 were reported to have occurred at residential facilities.

Hallenbeck said residential hall attendants are required to report cases of rape or sexual assault. “A large number of these cases you see come from resident halls, that’s not because there’s a problem in resident halls, it’s that those are the people that are required to report,” Hallenbeck said. “Offcampus apartment complexes are not required to report anything.”

Recently, more students have been educated on the requirement to report, Hallenbeck said.

“We’ve done a good job of educating people on who to report to, and how to report assaults.

A lot of bystander intervention training has happened as well,” Hallenbeck said. “We do this not only to educate students about what to do if you get assaulted, but also to make sure that everybody is clear on what assault is, and how to prevent it.”

Leon Jones, OSU Chief of Police, said he was glad to know more students were comfortable asking for help.

“The increase in reports means the more students we were able to help by them coming forward,” Jones said.

“Whether the victim tells the police or the campus security author-

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ity or anyone, at least we can get them the help they need to be able to move forward in life.”

Jones said most of the victims know their assaulter.

“Most of these sexual assaults are done by a person the victim is familiar with, so it makes it tough for the victim to say they want to file charges on somebody that they know, because they didn’t expect it to happen,” Jones said.

Jordan Whitwell, theater sophomore, said he wasn’t shocked by the increase.

“Being a guy, I feel safe from things like sexual assault, not that it couldn’t happen to me, but it does feel one sided when it comes to college,” Whitwell said. “I’m not surprised by the increase, people these days seem a bit more uncontrollable, less conscious of what their actions could lead to.”

Although the numbers maybe be startling, there is an emphasis on making students aware they should feel safe reporting any crime.

“We really want everybody to feel comfortable coming to us, because that’s what we’re here for, and we want to let everybody know that we really care,” Jones said. “No matter how minor it may seem to you, call us. Our top priority is your safety.”

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According to the 2019 Annual Crime & Safety Report, in 2017, there were 13 total reports of rape. In 2018, that number almost doubled, with 25 reports of rape.

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Senior Benjamin Pitts performs as a member of Pokeapella during thr OSU Showcase on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019 at the Student Union Theatre in Stillwater.

Trip of a lifetime: OSU senior studies opera in Italy Sad i e G r on iga n S taff Wr it er @ o c olly

Vocal performance senior Benjamin Pitts spent part of his summer studying and performing opera in Verona, Italy.

Pitts performed with Opera Viva, an intensive opera workshop. It is jam packed with Italian language classes, courses in recitative and aria, and Italian opera culture. “[Opera Viva] is a three week, young artist opera program that takes place in Verona, Italy,” Pitts said. “Basically we

had to prepare a sacred aria beforehand for one of the concerts, a quartet from Idomeneo

by Mozart, and a duet from Falstaff by Verdi.

We also had a musical theater masterclass.”

An aspiring professional opera singer, Pitts decided to audition for Opera Viva not only for the vast experience, but to stand out among other young singers as he approaches the last year of his bachelors program. Young artist programs like these propel prospective singers into the opera lifestyle and prepare

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them for their career.

“Part of my incentive was to one get more experience, and I also knew that there were going to be professors and faculty from colleges around,” Pitt said. “My incentive was to get my foot in the door with some of those graduate programs.”

The students of Opera Viva performed in scenes from various operas, focusing heavily on Verdi, who is recognized by the music community as one of the most popular Italian composers. The students were also able

to observe full operas performed in venues around the city.

“During the program in Verona, there’s a big arena like a colosseum that was built in the year 10 that they then turned into an amphitheater. I got to see 4 different operas there.”

Pitts is due to graduate in December 2020.

He plans to pursue a graduate program in vocal performance after.

During his stint in Verona, Pitts was able to connect to professors from universities around America. These

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instructors aided him in honing skills that helped him develop as a young singer.

“One of my favorite parts was just being able to work with the voice teachers,” Pitts said. “My greatest experience in a lesson so far has been with Katherine Ciezenski.”

Pitts has been involved in various ensembles on campus, including OSU Opera, Concert Chorale, University Singers, Jazz Choir, and Pokeapella.

He is extremely active in the music school, and has performed in various productions

such as “Pirates of Penzance” and “Oklahoma!”.

“Being a performance major, I’ve really fallen in love with opera and wanted to get the chance to do one of the summer opera programs,” Pitts said.

Opera Viva was an extraordinary opportunity for Pitts and his fellow pupils to expand their musical horizons. Not only does is broaden their repertoire, but gives them the chance to study opera in its country of origin.

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Chris Harris Jr. poses during Oklahoma State men’s basketball media day on Sept. 24, 2019 in Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater.

Cowboy basketball: Harris Jr.’s dedication to changing his diet pays off in preseason Hallie Hart C o - E ditor-in - C h ief @ hallieha rt

Chris Harris Jr. has forced himself to give up honey barbecue chicken strip sandwiches.

They are his favorite item on the menu at Whataburger, a staple in his home state of Texas. It hasn’t been easy for Harris, a freshman guard on the Oklahoma State men’s basketball team, to alter his diet, but he doesn’t mind if it helps him endure the Cowboys’ preseason practices.

New eating habits

and workouts with strength and conditioning coach Jake Manzelmann have helped Harris modify his body. Since Harris arrived at OSU, he has dropped about 20 pounds, Manzelmann said.

“The first couple months, it was hard because I really didn’t know what to do,” Harris said. “But then as the months went on, as the days went on, I started seeing my body transform, and I was like, ‘OK, maybe Jake knows what he’s talking about,’ so then I really took it in and started really being

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disciplined on my body, and it changed a lot.”

Harris came to Stillwater as a top-13 recruit in Texas, according to 247Sports.

At South Garland High School, he could maintain his spot as a star on his team without worrying about how many fast food meals he was enjoying, but his situation changed when he met with OSU coach Mike Boynton.

Soon after Boynton started recruiting Harris, they had talks that revolved around expectations for Harris’ body transformation.

Boynton, who knew Harris throughout his high school years, had no doubt in Harris’ dedication to the goal.

“So when I first got here on campus, when we took our pictures, he was like, ‘Chris, you will never look like this again,’” Harris said. “And that’s when I bought in.”

With advice from Jenny Boynton, who is the Cowboys’ nutritionist and Mike Boynton’s wife, Harris changed his day-today menu.

After two meals, he grabs a protein bar or fruit at the end of the day instead of going

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to a drive-thru. He might be especially hungry after putting in extra repetitions on the court with roommate Avery Anderson, but he is determined to stick to his new routine.

Sophomore guard Isaac Likekele has noticed Harris’ effort.

“The moment he came in here, at first it was a little struggle,” Likekele said. “But he got used to it. And really, he looks way better than he did in June when he first got here, and you can see it on the court. You can see it in his conditioning when he runs.”

The Cowboys’ season starts in early November, but Harris’ work ethic is already paying off. At 6 feet, 3 inches and about 204 pounds, Harris has realized it’s become easier to run sprints, and his vertical leap has heightened.

Boynton said Harris’ quick willingness to evolve indicates his maturity.

“It just shows you his commitment level,” Boynton said.

“I’m sure he still really likes Whataburger. I think he loves basketball a little bit more.”

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Our Daily Bread works with OSU students to fight hunger and feed hope Megan Hays S taf f R epo rt er @ megther ep ort er

Hunger may be hard to see, but food insecurity among college students is a common occurrence on a college campuses.

Our Daily Bread Food and Resource center works to fight food insecurity in town and on campus. This Thursday, ODB will be catering specifically to OSU students, faculty and staff. From 6-8p.m., ODB will be extending its hours to accommodate students OSU affiliated patron’s need.

Former volunteer coordinate and resource manager for Our Daily Bread, Mallie Reuter, commented on why Our Daily Bread is working with OSU to feed food insecure students.

“I know Our Daily Bread has really wanted to connect with OSU students,” Reuter said. “[Our Daily] Bread is very efficient in the way they give out food, and it is very easy for guests. Partnering with OSU is kind of a no-brainer for us at Our Daily Bread… We so excited to host and really make OSU student’s feel at home in Stillwater and they have a place to

turn to ask for help.”

Every patron will have the opportunity to have a full grocery cart of food. People are encouraged to bring their own reusable bags for transport back home.

A bus to ODB will run from 5:308:30p.m. Thursday, leaving from the bus stop at the Student Union. Parking will also be available at ODB’s location at 701 E. 12th Ave. According to Reuter, about a quarter of OSU students are food insecure.

“For students right now, being food insecure is a stage,” Reuter said. “‘I just need help right now to get me ahead of the game and to go to school and learn and then I’ll be able to give back in the future.’ That’s how I see food insecurity within college students.”

Our Daily Bread works mainly to provide grocery assistance to the people in Payne county. They practice the client-choice model that allows patrons to walk around the center picking up the food they chose and creates a similar atmosphere to a regular grocery store.

On a person’s first visit, volunteers will work with guests on filling out paperwork

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and learn about their specific situation. Afterwards another volunteer and walk around the shopping area to help guide them through the process of picking food.

“It really makes them feel welcome and at home at Our Daily Bread,” Reuter said.

“It gives our guests a choice especially when you’re asking for help to choose what you want to feed your family but in this case what you want to feed yourself to be able to get an education.”

The goal of this event is to inform people at OSU of the services provided by Our Daily Bread and to take a step towards ending the cycle of poverty.

“There is a stigma around getting help and going to a food bank,” Reuter said. “I think it is important to let students know that if they need help there is a no judgement zone at our daily bread.

This resource is so helpful… Sometimes things can be tight especially when you’re paying for class and so I really respect the students who are able to go in there because I know it’s scary.”

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Today’s Birthday (10/09/19). Creative projects flower this year. Make long-desired domestic changes through steady steps. Family joys light up the winter, but then your career needs attention. Resolve a kink in communications next summer before netting a lucrative professional score.

Connect and collaborate with interesting people.

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 7 -- Take time to consider love and your heart’s desires. What do you want? Teamwork can help you realize great dreams. Take advantage of a lucky surprise.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Enjoy the company of friends and companions. You’re especially popular. Brief your team on a brilliant idea. Surprising news opens up unconsidered possibilities.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is a 9 -- An unexpected professional opportunity offers another road. Discover an insider advantage. Follow an older person’s advice. Invest in your own success. Assume more responsibility.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Accept a generous offer. Opportunities for study, travel and exploration tug at your sleeve. Arrange connections ahead of time.

Visit museums and archives. Discover amazing wonders.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Ask for more and get it. A chance to grow shared accounts appears.

Consult a trusted expert. Accept nice benefits. Save for something special.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Follow a shared passion with someone attractive. Coordinate your efforts and collaborate. Listen to intuition for the best timing. Pay attention to someone else’s view.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Put love into your performance to make it soar. Practice your moves, techniques and tricks. Exercise energizes you and builds vitality. Rest deeply and eat well.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Relax and enjoy the company. Little things can express your love.

Playfulness and a sense of humor endear you to someone sweet. Have fun.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Beautify your space for greater peace of mind. A new coat of paint amazes. Plant seedlings and tend your garden for flowering results.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is an 8 -- Keep pulling threads to unravel a fascinating story. An intellectual puzzle takes a surprising turn. Follow a hunch. Discover an incredible plot twist.

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Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 9 -- Take charge of your destiny. You’re stronger and ready to make improvements. Go for what you really want. Keep the faith and have fun.

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