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An OSU student started a virtual mental health platform out frustrations or tribulations in their lives. “Why keep it quiet when we can all help each other out?” Moore said. Along with this, she said this group will help people with Allie Putman any struggles they run across in Staff Reporter their college years. As well as, provide a comforting environTo help students who are ment to openly share what is on struggling with their mental their minds. health, Maeve Moore, an OklaMoore said the group is homa State senior, started the welcome to any OSU students, Facebook group, Every Mind and continues to grow with parMatters. ticipants. This is created to help Claire Stolfa, early childmake a safe place for students hood education junior, said she to go and address any concerns is excited about the creation of they may have. this group. Students using this group “I think this group is going have the ability to express to be great for students,” said mental health concerns such as Stolfa. “It will be nice for anyfeelings of loneliness, anxiety one who is struggling with their and depression. Moore said since mental health or even anyone the pandemic, she notices it has who needs a friend. It’ll be a been difficult for individuals to great space for them to go and connect with one another and vent.” meet new people. The Facebook group began Additionally, Moore said two weeks ago, and it is still in she has noticed an increase in its starting phase. But the group mental health concerns with is now active and Moore said students. they are looking for new memMoore said she hopes this bers. group will help connect people To find out more, Moore’s on a deeper level, and make facebook page and there are friends with others who are go- Facebook posts with more inforing through similar tribulations. mation. The group’s overall goal is allowing students to have a safe space where they can let news.ed@ocolly.com
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The man behind the confetti
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scape services, does the opposite. He maintains the Welcome Plaza in front of the Paul Miller Journalism Building, the Oklahoma Native Plant Corridor and Adam Engel the OSU letter bed on Staff Reporter Monroe Street. His work ensures a clean and aesKevin George hates thetically pleasing campus. confetti. “We water when Black, orange, white necessary in the summer,” or rainbow. It doesn’t mat- White said. “There’s a lot ter. of mulching. We replanted As one of the 39 full- some grasses right here time employees for Okla- in front of the Paul Miller homa State University’s Journalism Building a landscape maintenance couple days ago.” services departments, Growing up in south George’s job as a ground- Alabama, White said he’s skeeper requires him to always enjoyed workclean up the celebratory ing with plants but didn’t item. The crew is solely in know his passion would charge of over 860 acres lead him to a gig in Oklaon campus. homa. “When they graduAfter high school, ate, they throw confetti White enlisted in the up out here in the Formal U.S. Air Force and met Gardens, Library lawn his wife, a Marlow area and Theta Pond,” he said. native, while deployed in “Just all over in our area Crete, Greece. because they take pictures White, an OSU for graduation.” alumni, has worked on George roams the campus for a little over North Plaza of the Student seven years and enjoys Union, picking up leaves, every part of the job. chewing gum and trash As the 100th anwith his two trusty tools, niversary of homecoming long pick up tongs and a approaches, White and his shovel. crew have been adding exBut for his least tra care to their tasks. The favorite part of the job, Formal Gardens include George uses a leaf blower topiary works of cowboy to capture the confetti. boots and a carved mes“I’ve already had to sage of #OKSTATEHC. do some this year because “We’re trying to students were doing inimake the campus a little tiations for sororities,” he more colorful and good for said.” football games,” he said. While George cleans up messes, Kenny White, entertainment.ed@ocolly.com a horticulturist for land-
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The new frontier
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Students bowl at Frontier Lanes.
SGA approves intercollegiate bowling club Jake Sellers Staff Reporter
Chase Horsley is the junior transfer student who decided to bring the Oklahoma State bowling back into action. “The goal is to have a team for many years to come,” Horsley said. OSU is now the newest bowling program in the big 12 conference, with only Texas, Baylor and TCU excluded from that list. Horsley explained regarding the new additions to the conference, Houston does have a bowling team, while Cincinnati and BYU are still working on one. Zach Hathaway, OSU freshman,
is one of the 15 members of the new club, and has stated his excitement to compete at the college level. While Horsley and Hathaway casually throw strike after strike at Frontier Lanes, Horsley said they have plans for competing, and growing the program. “We’re planning on competing in Dallas, Kansas, and San Antonio,” Horsley said. Horsley also said the only other college in Oklahoma with a bowling program is Oklahoma Christian, and they are planning to hold a scrimmage in roughly a month. Ernest Simmons, the proprietor of Frontier Lanes, is a former OSU bowler. He competed from 1985 – 1988. He said bowling has become
more exciting since his days of college ball. There are more events, and competitive young players now than ever. Simmons’ business, like some small businesses, has struggled in the past couple years as people have been less eager to bowl amidst the pandemic. The alley has been able to pick up more business recently, and Simmons said he is hopeful the bowling club will get more students, and young people interested in the sport. “I think we’re going to make it out the other side,” Simmons said. Darby Guinn, OSU freshman, is another new member who comes from one of the most competitive bowling cities in the country - Wichita, Kansas.
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Guinn said she never planned on bowling at the college level, though she became a competitive bowler throughout high school. She found out about the club while bowling at Frontier Lanes and decided to get back into the competitive side of the sport. “The atmosphere of bowling is like no other,” Guinn said. Although Horsley organized the team, he and everyone else who plans on competing, will still have to try out in order to participate. Tryout dates are still to be determined. For those who are interested and those who would like to participate contact Horsley at (405) – 777 – 3075. news.ed@ocolly.com
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How new Big 12 adds impact conference finances Daniel Allen Staff Reporter Conference realignment has undoubtedly been one of the most talked about subjects when it comes to college football. The Big 12 Conference and its schools will experience a drastic drop in yearly revenue once Oklahoma and Texas officially depart for the SEC, according to Bob Bowlsby, the commissioner of the Big 12. This past month, the Big 12 added UCF, Houston, Cincinnati and BYU to fill the empty spots. With Oklahoma and Texas, the Big 12 brings in approximately $37 million a year as of 2020. In addition, the Big 12 distributes 93% of its revenue, which is about $34.4 million, to each of its schools. With its layout, the SEC schools make $45.5 million per year as of 2020. With the addition of Oklahoma and Texas, the yearly distribution for these schools could jump to as much as $67 million per year. In addition, the yearly payout for the SEC as a conference could match the NCAA’s $1.3 Billion. Financially, adding those four specific schools is an alternative for the Big 12 in regards to who they could add, disregarding the success in athletics which all four have showcased very well in recent years. In the AAC’s 2020 athletic payout, Cincinnati came in second of the AAC schools with $6.2 million, behind Memphis, with at $8.65 million. UCF brought in $5.35 million and Houston at $4.43 million. BYU’s athletic department as a whole brings in roughly $67 million per year as of 2020. The new look Big 12 could potentially lose up to $14 Million in yearly revenue, according to Bowlsby, giving each school about $23 Million per year. As time progresses, once those four schools officially join the Big 12, the yearly revenue for each school could increase. Not to mention, not disbanding and remaining as a Power 5 conference could benefit. sports.ed@ocolly.com
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Notebook: Cowboys shying away from analytics
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Sam Hutchens Staff Reporter The Cowboys have bye week upcoming, reaching their break on the schedule with an unblemished record. Coach Mike Gundy met with reporters on Monday after practice; here are three things he touched on: Kicker battle While junior kicker Alex Hale started for OSU in 2020, senior Tanner Brown walked at UNLV as a punter who handled kickoffs.
Brown, now a kicker at OSU, attempted his first field goal attempt as a Cowboy on Saturday, booting one home from 20 yards out. The opportunity opened up because Hale, 2/5 on field goal attempts, has been working through a technical issue. Gundy likened the incumbent to a golfer struggling with slice and has given him space to re-correct. “I put him on the driving range, remember,” Gundy said. “I just left him alone. He’s like a pitcher going into the eighth or ninth inning with a no hitter. Nobody talks to him. We just left him alone. He’s working on his game and we’re going to evaluate him the middle of next week and kind of see where he’s at.”
The starting kicker moving forward has not been determined. Moving away from analytics In a time where analytics have become increasingly infused into sports, Mike Gundy has distanced himself from them. The Cowboy coach has used the electronic input in the past to aid in decisions, but said he prefers operating on the sideline without the potentially distracting overload of information that has been popularized in the NFL. “Two years ago we subscribed to that analytic service,” Gundy said. “I’m not against any of them. The Eagles started to use it, it became real popular. So we
bought it and used it and had it for every game and it’s way more information than I can absorb.” Gundy has reverted to the old-school approach he knows. “I just go off the gut feeling now,” Gundy said. “I’m not saying it’s not good. I think there’s some good information there. I just couldn’t figure it all out and then get a feel for the game fast enough to make a call.” Caleb Etienne still working back OSU brought in, quite literally, a big addition this offseason to help offset injury woes on the offensive line. It has not paid richly, yet. Six-foot-seven sophomore lineman Caleb Etienne, a
transfer from Butler Community College, has played sparingly in a backup role behind sophomore Cole Birmingham. “Cole is playing really well right now,” Gundy said. “And so Caleb hasn’t gotten that far. Him not playing football for a year and a half really affect us bringing him.” Gundy says Etienne is working back from not playing in 2020. “He’s not ready yet, obviously he’d be playing,” Gundy said. “So he continues to get work with the two’s. And if he comes along, or if the light comes on, for lack of a better term, then we’ll start to work him in.” sports.ed@ocolly.com
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‘He can start to blossom’
Richardson providing depth at depleted position
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Daniel Allen Staff Reporter This past December, Dominic
Richardson blossomed. Oklahoma State traveled to Waco, Texas, to play Baylor, lacking running backs Chuba Hubbard and LD Brown due to undisclosed injuries. Running back would get Dezmon Jackson injured in the first quarter. Richardson stepped in, scoring a trio of touchdowns and the second highest rushing total for an Oklahoma
State freshman, just behind Thurman Thomas. The Cowboys have been depleted at the running back position lately, with Brown and Jackson remaining sidelined with undisclosed injuries. Richardson has been RB2 as of late, playing behind Utah State transfer Jaylen Warren. “(Richardson) played considerably in one game last year,” coach Mike Gundy said. “This year he’s
getting in more now because of where we’re at from an injury standpoint, and so he gets more comfortable. A guy like Dominic who now can get into a bit of a routine, he can start to blossom and flourish a little bit simply because he’s in a rhythm.”
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Today’s Birthday (10/07/21). Let your heart lead you this year. Steady routines build and deepen connections. Autumn changes require shared financial adaptation, leading to a creative surge this winter. Pull in a lucrative harvest together next spring, before summer’s bounty fills your own basket. Cherish the ones you 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’re learning valuable tricks. For the next month, with Venus in Sagittarius, exploration enchants. Take classes, work with a mentor, research and note your findings. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 9 — Review numbers this month, with Venus in Sagittarius. The next month favors saving money. Increase your assets. Expenditures may rise as well. Work your plan. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — Rely on a supportive collaboration. Partnerships thrive this month, with Venus in Sagittarius. Compromise comes easier. Feminine magnetism plays a role. Express your appreciation. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Put love, beauty and sensitivity into your work, with Venus in Sagittarius. Healthy practices and fitness routines energize and revitalize you this month. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — You’re lucky in love, romance and games this month, with Venus in Sagittarius. Artistic efforts work in your favor. Savor fun, beauty and family. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 9 — Your home can become your love nest. Enjoy domesticity this month, with Venus in Sagittarius. Focus on home and family. Renovate your space. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 9 — Profit through creative expression. Put your passion into words. You love learning this month, with Venus in Sagittarius. Trust your heart to lead. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 9 — Dress for success. It’s easier to make money, with Venus in Sagittarius for a month. Increased confidence leads to increased income. Smile for the camera. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 9 — You feel especially lucky and beloved this month, with Venus in your sign. Polish your presentation with a new look. Turn on the charm. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 7 — Finish old jobs and slow the pace this month, with Venus in Sagittarius. Take more quiet alone time. Envision beautiful outcomes. Dream a little dream. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 9 — You’re especially popular, with Venus in Sagittarius. Teamwork provides a satisfying win this month. Social connections benefit your career. Friends inspire you. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is an 8 — Career opportunities arise. Assume more responsibility this month, with Venus in Sagittarius. Provide leadership. It’s easier to advance your agenda. Contribute with purpose and passion.
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