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Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Greek Brag Boards Vandalized

Christian Tabak @TheVista1903 Reporter

The destruction of Alpha Tau Omega’s brag board Oct. 9 is the latest act of vandalism in a series of defacements that have been occur-

ring among the University of Central Oklahoma’s Greek organizations over the last month. A photo collage featured on the fraternity’s brag board as part of the campus’ Homecoming celebration

was torn off the board, ripped up and thrown into a nearby trash can, according to ATO President William Mecoy. “We do not know who was responsible, but there is a history of van-

dalism within the Greek community. Last year our large letters were stolen, and most chapters can give See “Vandal” continued on page 6.

UCO’s 100th Homecoming

Members Sigma Tau Gamma perform at Homecoming Cheer & Dance of Friday, Oct. 13, 2017. The fraternity won, and the video of their dance went viral, hoping to raise money for Special Olympics. (Janessa Egler/The Vista) Photo Story continued on page 8-9

Pegasus Theater’s Curtain Call Christian Tabak @TheVista1903 Reporter

A final farewell ceremony was hosted Friday for the College of Liberal Art’s Pegasus Theater in advance of the space’s closure over fall break as part of the college’s upcoming renovation project. As part of the official closing ceremony, students, staff and faculty painted farewell messages on the

theater’s western brick wall and partook in popcorn and water on stage, in a parting violation of the theater’s strict no food and beverage policy. During the activities, remarks on the theater’s history and future renovation were presented by CLA Dean Catherine Webster. “Now I’m remembering that there have been tap dancing lessons on this stage, that tai chi has been studied here, there have been all sorts of performances, not to mention lectures,

films and all kinds of great things,” Webster said. Included with the remarks were a commemorative poem on the theater’s storied history by former CLA dean Pamela Washington and a commemorative song by Webster. Throughout, a PowerPoint featuring highlights of the theater’s 50year history, as well as some of the decades’ hit singles, played in the background. “This has been our main gathering

place for both formal and informal activity because the idea that we might want other places to meet in was not part of the original educational plan, so this place has really been used for all sorts of events it really wasn’t intended for,” Webster said.

See “Pegasus” continued on page 3.

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UCO’s Alternative Fall Break Vy Luong @TheVista1903

Contributing Writer

The University of Central Oklahoma Volunteer and Service Learning Center (VSLC) host’s the Alternative Fall Break program on Oct. 18-19 to offer students a transformative experience on social issues. “It is an opportunity for student to serve during fall break,” said VSLC Coordinator Brian Bevis. The three trips this year address the issues of food security, domestic violence and asset building. All of the trips for the program are in the Oklahoma City Metro area. Bevis said they choose different issues each year depends on what people want to work with. “We usually accept everyone who wants to go,” Bevis said. “The only requirement is that they need to stay for the entire duration of the trip,” said Bevis. “They can get up to 16 volunteer hours and a free T-Shirt.” Domestic Violence is the only student-led trip. Mass Communications Senior Jessica Phillips is the leader of this trip.

“It [domestic violence] is the issue that I am passionate about and it also impacts a lot of people,” Phillips said. Philips went to Minneapolis for an Alternative Spring Break trip last semester. She said they spend a big amount of time to work with domestic violence issue there, and she wants to lead a trip about that issue this semester. The trip will have a panel about domestic violence issue with a guest speaker from YWCA, a domestic violence shelter. Phillips said she is working with Oklahoma City police officers, lawyers and the Family Justice Center Palomar to invite them to the panel. The trip is in from on Oct. 19-20. Participants will also volunteer at YWCA for the rest of the trip. “We will take a tour to learn what they do and will volunteer with the projects they are doing,” Phillips said. Volunteers for the Food Security trip will work with the gardens on UCO campus to know about food systems and food security. “We choose the food security issue

D.J. Baker paints a home for Turning Point Ministries during the 2014 Alternative Fall Break. This year’s Alternative Fall Break is focusing on domestic violence. (Provided/University Relations)

to host a trip every fall semester to educate people on where our food come from,” said Bevis. “[It is also because] we have gardens and food pantry on our campus.” The trip is led by Eric Hemphill, UCO sustainability manager, and Patrick Tadlock, VSLC director. It will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. The Asset Building trip is led by UCO Staff Megan Hagar and John

Stephens. The trip is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity work sites. “The volunteers will work with the Habitat for Humanity to help families have a home,” Bevis said. VLSC needs around 30 volunteers to join the program with the average of ten people per trip. The trips are free for all UCO students.

Pegasus Theater’s Curtain Call Continued From Page 1, It began as a lecture hall in 1967, but the space was converted into Pegasus Theater during the structure’s 1987 remodeling. While the upcoming renovations were first intended to leave the space intact but more disability accessible, the project eventually expanded. “We originally thought we were just going to fix this and that proved to be really not practical, and while we were doing this much work, why shouldn’t we also take care of some other needs, right?” Webster said. “So, it really grew into the parts of the project we have now and the architects worked it out so that it became an addition rather than a remodel.” The new addition is projected to cost $17.5 million and will expand the Liberal Arts Building by 55,000 square feet. The expansion will add 15 classrooms, 30 offices, informal gathering spaces, a café and a 200seat auditorium that will serve as a storm shelter. “These are all pieces that are essential to our well-being and our

ability to assist students in their learning while they are here and to give some love to our faculty, many of whom are sharing offices now,” Webster said. As for the cost, the college had raised $3.5 million over six years as a course fee for the Pegasus Theater remodeling project. The remaining $14 million is covered by a bond from the state Council of Bond Oversight and will be paid back over the course of the next 30 years starting next year. While the exact date for Pegasus’ demolition remains undecided, the theater will officially close over fall break with the background work expected to begin over Thanksgiving break and the bulk of renovations not starting until winter break. In commemoration of the theater, the college will preserve some of the bricks as well as the theater’s back row of seating and several pieces of the stage that can be sold for fundraising, according to CLA Assistant Dean Rozilyn Miller. “We don’t know yet how much we’ll try to sell the seats for, but we’ve had people say that they’d love to have them. As for the bricks, we actually

Dr. Steve Garrison, UCO English Department, makes his mark on the walls of Pegasus Theater on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017. The theater will be torn down in order to remodel. (Cara Johnson/The Vista) just came up with that today because people were asking about them,” Miller said. The official groundbreaking for the renovation project will be held Nov.

29 and the renovations are expected to be completed by the fall semester of 2019.

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Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Around Campus

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Edmond Mobile Meals Volunteer:

This is a volunteer opportunity for residents to help Edmond Mobile Meals. The organization needs volunteers to help deliver meals, kitchen help, and group projects. The event is at 25 West 3rd St. Edmond, OK from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Positive Directions Mentoring Program: The program is looking for volun-

Pre-Law Society Guest Speaker: The Pre-Law Society is hosting guest speaker Lorena Rivas. Rivas is an immigration law attorney from Fry and Elder law firm located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She will discuss immigration law in light of National Hispanic Heritage month. The event is from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Troy Smith Auditorium. Oklahoma’s Energy Future Myths and Facts:

teers for one hour to help children build their self-esteem, establish positive relationships, overcome negative behaviors and improve classroom participation. The program is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Stanley Hupfeld Academy at Western Village.

This is a forum discussing the future of energy options and alternatives in the Oklahoma. The forum will have a experts to talk about it in a non-legislative venue. Other education partners that are invited to come are OCC, Rose State, OSU-OKC, Francis-Tuttle, and Metro Tech. The event is from 12:30-2 p.m. in the Forensic Science Atrium.

Synthesis (Re)Action: This is an art ex-

The Mind in Music: The UCO Concert Chorale,

hibit to show Aesthetics in the Arts and Sciences by Elizabeth Brown. Synthesis reaction is a chemical reaction when two simple substances combine to form a complex substance. Her creations mirror elements of existing organic life. The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Melton Gallery.

Cantilena and University Choir present The Mind in Music: Visions, Dreams, and Imagination. The Concert is directed by Ms. Janna Montgomery and Dr. Karl Nelson. The choral music is of Debussy, Spencer, Lindenberg, Daley and more. The Event is 7:30-10 p.m. in Mitchell Hall Theatre.

Passport to Germany Wednesday Lecture Series: Should the U.S. Military

withdraw from Germany? Dr. Matthew Moore and the UCO Debate team tackle the question of should the U.S. Military withdraw forces from Germany. The event is 12-1 p.m. in Room 226 of the Max Chambers Library.

Fall Blood Drive: The Oklahoma Blood

Institute is hosting a Blood Drive for those in need. The event is from 11-a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Heritage Room of the Nigh University Center.

Friday, October 20, 2017 UCO Soccer: The Bronchos face confer-

ence foe Nebraska-Kearney at 6 p.m. in Hamilton Field House.

UCO’s Flash Mob Meditation Sarah Southerland @TheVista1903 Contributing Writer

The University of Central Oklahoma offers activities that allow students to take a moment to meditate and reflect on their lives while bettering themselves through yoga. Flash Mob Meditation is a class that focuses in the areas of meditation and tai chi, as well as yoga and relaxation through breathing and exercise. The class, which is held on Tuesdays in the Quad Fitness Room, and beginners level yoga classes, held in the Wellness Center, are some of the many programs on campus that educate participants in the benefits of adding yoga to a healthy lifestyle. Research indicates that yoga can be helpful in ways that can be beneficial to students who practice it on a regular basis. Dr. Erica Olinger, UCO's Learning and Behavior Clinic director suggests that using guided breathing and meditation can help students reduce anxiety and sleep better at night. Yoga uses disciplined breathing techniques

and meditations are means to achieve physical and emotional harmony. As well as aiding in the construction of mindfulness practices, according to the American Osteopathic Association, yoga can also bring about mental clarity and calmness. Harvard Health Publishing suggest that yoga can help build cardiovascular fitness as well as a healthy body image. Studies found that those who did yoga were more in tune with their bodies and were more likely to have higher self-esteem. Recent research from the International Journal of Yoga Therapy said, "with adequate education and guidance, yoga communities, as part of the therapeutic landscape in the 21st century, can play a significant role promoting positive embodiment for those with, and at-risk for, eating disorders." Researchers at Boston Medical Center and the American College of Physicians published their findings this year that indicated when done correctly and lightly, yoga can assist in chronic back pain. In more recent years, there has been research in yoga that suggests

Child’s pose. (Provided/Pixabay.com)

it helps treat anxiety and depression. In a study published by the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, those who practiced yoga reported feeling better about themselves and showed improvements in the mental well-being. According to the American Physiological Association, doctors have been seeing positive results in using

yoga in their practices and throughout their research. For those wanting to learn more information on the benefits of yoga, contact the University of Central Oklahoma Wellness Center for group classes and other wellness instruction.

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FEPAC’s Newest Commissioner Megan Thele

@1bigtimenicole Copy Editor

The University of Central Oklahoma’s Dwight Adams, Ph.D., director of the W. Roger Webb Forensic Science Institute, has been appointed as a commissioner for the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC). Commissioners are chosen based off of the quality, professionalism and excellence found in their higher education forensic programs. The six-year appointments are determined by leading forensic science practitioners and education programs across the country. “The committee looks for professionals with a wide range of experience and already part of the accreditation process,” said Adams. Since FSI’s accreditation in March 2016, Adams has gone out on assessments and inspections at other universities. Now, as a commissioner, he will receive assessments and review them, and help create the next level of assessment standards. “[UCO FSI] has a level of excellence that not many other universities have,” said Adams. Adams became the first FSI director in 2006, after retiring from 23 years of service in the FBI, where he was an agent and director of the FBI Laboratory in Quantico, Virginia. In 2003, he received the highest award given in the federal government, the Presidential Rank Award as Distinguished Executive.

While at the FBI, Adams was a member of the research team that developed some of the first DNA techniques in 1988. He was the first FBI agent to testify as a DNA expert in local, state and federal courts, and has testified over 130 times for the prosecution and defense. As a DNA expert, Adams served on the national DNA Advisory Board and was a member of the Attorney General’s National Commission on the Future of DNA Evidence. He oversaw the creation of the National DNA Database, which links 175 crime laboratories and has helped solve or aid over 80,000 cases nationwide. Adams said he didn’t have a life long passion for forensics, but ended up there eventually. “It was a simple matter of going to school for nine years, having a Ph.D. in biology and wanting a job,” said Adams. Since becoming the FSI director, Adams has found a passion for working with students and teaching them about forensics and its intricacies. “I really enjoy being able to work with students,” said Adams. “I have a passion for telling the next generation about this work and its challenges.” Within the FSI, Adams said one of the things they try to get across to students is the challenge of providing the best possible product. He said they emphasize finding the truth, no matter which side it comes from in a case. The FSI received FEPAC accred-

Dwight Adams, Ph.D. was recently appointed as Forensic Science Education Programs Accredidation Commission commissioner. (Provided/University Communications).

itation for its undergraduate degrees in forensic chemistry, digital forensics and forensic molecular biology. According to Adams, the FSI is the only program in North America that is accredited in all of the undergraduate programs possible. UCO’s Forensic Science Institute offers four undergraduate degrees and two graduate degrees within various fields of forensics. Foren-

sic science training, education and research are available to students and professionals through the institute. Adams’ term as a commissioner will begin at the next meeting of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences in Seattle, Washington in February 2018.

Dr. Dwight Adams teaches a class in the Forensic Science Institute at the University of Central Oklahoma. (Provided/University Communications).

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Greek Brag Boards Vandalized Continued From Page 1, an example of when they have been victims of vandalism,” Mecoy said. Other recent acts of vandalism include last month’s spray painting of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity house, the theft of the Sigma Kappa sorority’s house wreath and the theft of the Delta Chi fraternity’s house letters. “There is a conversation happening internally between chapter presidents on how to prevent this in the future. On a positive note, the Panhellenic Council came together to recreate the collage on our brag board and restore it to its original state the very next morning,” Mecoy said. While the source of the vandalism remains unknown, houses have been quick to denounce the activities and have encouraged cooperation with both campus police and the Edmond Police department. “As an organization that strives to promote friendship and advance justice, our brotherhood respectfully challenges our fellow fraternity and

sorority peers to take an active stance in the opposition of theft and unbecoming behaviors of our Greek community members,” Delta Chi said in a statement released Oct. 10. As the majority of the cases of vandalism have occurred off campus, investigation of the incidents falls to the responsibility of the Edmond Police Department rather than to the University of Central Oklahoma’s Public Safety office. In response to the incidents, UCO Assistant Vice President of University Communications, Adrienne Nobles, said that the correct procedure in reporting the vandalism is to continue working with EPD as cases arise as well as complying with the procedures of each organization’s headquarters. “These chapters also are encouraged to share that information with the Fraternity and Sorority Life staff if they suspect an incident may involve another chapter on campus or if they need help or guidance in reporting an incident to authorities,”

A brag board sits outside of the Art and Design building untouched. The Alpha Tau Omega brag board was vandalized during Homecoming week with everything ripped from the board. (Ryan Naeve/The Vista)

Nobles said. While Nobles said incidents continue to be uncommon across campus, she said the university holds that they are largely unconnected and remain unrepresentative of the campus community. “Homecoming is a time of togetherness for the campus, and it’s unfortunate when individual or individuals act in a manner that is inconsistent

with the spirit of the occasion,” Nobles said. “In a move of unity and togetherness that by and large represents our student community, some women from our Panhellenic sororities banded together to find photos among themselves with ATOs in them to print and place on the ATO brag board in a show of support."

Coffee Jump Starts Art Showcase Alejandro Gonzalez @TheVista1903 Contributing Writer

The University of Central Oklahoma Arts and Design Student Association hosted its first fundraiser for a student art showcase that will take place in the spring semester on Monday, Oct. 16. The fundraiser event, called Coffee for a Cause, will take place for a second time on Monday, Nov. 20 at Cafe Evoke. “We are wanting to have visual and performing arts in one setting so that artists can collaborate with each other and make even bigger and stronger the message that they are trying to get across,” said Lauren Naney, the president of the Arts and Design Student Association. Naney is currently a senior interior design major. She is very passionate about helping fellow students, especially art and design majors. The centralized topic for the art exhibition will be the idea of sustainability. All of the art pieces and performances will transmit a message of global environmental sustainability. “We are also looking to have live

UCO Arts and Design students are hosting a fundraiser, Coffee for a Cause, at Evoke in Edmond. (Provided/Pixabay.com)

music that have something to do with changing the world and our impact on the planet,” said Naney. The Arts and Design Student Association paired up with GroupRaise, an organization that offers a simple

online system for restaurants to engage local organizations in-restaurant fundraisers. GroupRaise gives a list of places that organizations can choose from. The Arts and Design Student Asso-

ciation chose Evoke since it is right down the street from the UCO campus on Broadway and First Street. Evoke will donate 20 percent of anyone’s purchase to the Arts and Design Student Association as long as they mention the group on the selected dates from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. “The donations go directly to us,” said Naney. The Arts and Design Student Association has some art pieces selected from the Graphic Design and Interior Design programs that focus on sustainability. “We also have students asking if they can be part of the showcase,” said Naney. The Arts and Design Student Association’s target fundraising goal is $500. The purpose of the student organization is to provide a platform that supports student artists and increases their exposure. “The biggest challenge as an artist is to get your name out there,” said Naney. “Our ultimate goal is to help minimize that struggle with these kinds of events.”

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UCO Raises $11,000 for Infant Crisis Services “The donation from UCO is invaluable to our organization. The money raised will go such a long way,” said Danielle Morgan, Infant Crisis Service volunteer program coordinator.

Executive Director of Homecoming Glenn Elmore, middle right, and Philanthropy Director for Homecoming Maygan Scott, right, present Infant Crisis Services Volunteer Coordinator Danielle Morgan, left, and Cofounder/ Executive Director Miki Farris with a check for $11,352.57 at UCO Homecoming Cheer and Dance on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017. (Janessa Egler/The Vista)

Vy Luong

@TheVista1903 Contributing Writer

University of Central Oklahoma students, faculty and staff donated over $11,000 for Infant Crisis Service through several events during the celebration of the 100th Homecoming. The Homecoming Philanthropy committee raised $11,352.57, exceed the goal of $10,000. There were also 310 pounds of goods like diapers, wipes and sippy cups. “The donation from UCO is invaluable to our organization. The money raised will go such a long way,” said Danielle Morgan, Infant Crisis Service volunteer program coordinator. UCO Homecoming Philanthropy Maygan Scott said they added the monetary value of physical goods to the total amount. That value was about $1000 and the rest of the donation was money. Scott estimates that the amount of diapers can help about 150 babies and the wipes can help about 100 babies. Morgan said Infant Crisis Services is the only emergency food, formula, and diaper pantry in Central Oklahoma. They serve an average of 1,500 babies and toddlers a month “They do not get any funding from state for federal,” said Scott. “[The service] only relies on what people donate” Scott was a member of the Homecoming Philanthropy in 2015. She said they set a different goal and tried to increase it each year. “The Cheer and Dance was technically the event that we got the most money because we sold ticket” said Scott. “But the event that people actually donated the most money was the Day of Giving.” The UCO Homecoming Executive Board

members decided to sell 1,000 public tickets for the Cheer and Dance competition last Friday at the price of $5. All tickets were sold out 9 hours before the event. Scott said the Day of Giving on Thursday had a donation dash. Each organization had a jar where people can put money in to support them. The organization who raised the largest amount could choose the performance slot for the Cheer and Dance. “We raised over $2000 by the donation dash,” said Scott. “Few organizations raised $500 just by themselves.” The first fundraising event of this year was the Lip Sync Battle on Oct. 5, which is a week before Homecoming. People put money in a jar of the royalty member they wanted to vote for the People’s Choice Award. “This is the first year we do that. The event helped to raise $700 more [than other year],” Scott said. “[I] go to the week without thinking how much people will donate, so it also let me know how much I can raise.” Another fundraising event is the Faculty and Staff Dress Down last Thursday. Faculty and staff and pay $5 for a “I Support” sticker and they could wear T-shirt and jeans on that day. UCO Philanthropy Committee hosted five Give Back Nights during September and the first week of October. “This is one of the years that we do so many [Give Back Nights],” said Scott. “This is also the first year we give points to organizations.” Give Back Nights were hosted at Pike Five, Garage, Evoke, Jason’s Deli and Buffalo Wild Wings. A certain percent of the order went to the donation when people mentioned UCO Homecoming.

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100 Years of Coming Home: UCO Celebrates With Fun & Festivities

Buddy Broncho gives an audience member a high-five during the Homecoming parade on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. Later in the day, the UCO Bronchos won the game 27-13. (Janessa Egler/The Vista).

Students load up plates with pancakes and other food provided by Campus Activities for Brunch at Broncho Lake on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017. (Janessa Egler/The Vista)

Members of the Homecoming Activities Board collect donations for Infant Crisis Services during Homecoming Week at the University of Central Oklahoma. UCO raised $11,352.57 dollars for the organization. (Janessa Egler/The Vista)

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Members of Alpha Xi Delta perform at Homecoming Cheer & Dance in Hamilton Field House in Edmond, Okla. on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017. (Janessa Egler/The Vista)

A young boy comes out of an inflatable at the UCO Homecoming Carnival on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. (Janessa Egler/The Vista)

Kalen Russell, left, and Cash Dietz pose for photos after being crowned 2017 Homecoming King and Queen during halftime on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. (Cara Johnson/ The Vista) A member of Alpha Tau Omega dances for the audience during Homecoming Cheer & Dance on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017. Sigma Tau Gamma won 1st Place in the competition, later going viral with the video of their dance in efforts to raise money for Special Olympics. (Janessa Egler/The Vista)

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Humor Column

October 17, 2017

EICLU’s Farraday Scared for A Day

Warning: This is a Fictional Column Intended for Satire Head Scientist Austin Farraday at Edmond Ivy League College University (EILCU) began scientific research to find the five best haunted attractions in Edmond for the upcoming Halloween season. “I used the scientific conclusion so I could find the best possible scare for the residents of Edmond,” said Farraday. “That is what us scientists are here for, we are here for the people and trust me people, there are some scary haunted houses throughout Edmond.” 4. The Haunted House of Hipsters Located just east of Santa Fe and Danforth is a small pub called 'Leather and Stage' that is known for uncommon beers to almost anyone who drinks beer. During the Halloween season, the 'Leather and Stage' often gets confused as a haunted house full of ironic hipsters who scare anyone who enters. "It seemed like a normal pub at first, I was soon wrong," said Farraday. "It was scary because I couldn't read anything on the menu, it was full of ironic names which made it hard for me to know what the drinks were." The drink list at 'Leather and Stage' included drinks like; Don't Order This, The Mumford & Sons, and Tonic & Gin. "Everyone in there looked like sad lumberjacks, it was frightening," said Farraday. "I tried asking some of the hipsters what they thought of

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the haunted house, they all sighed at once and called me a poser. Overall, it was a frightening flannel fever of a night." 3. The House of The Dancing Devils 'Club Envy' is the newest haunted house located in a basement of an abandoned warehouse in downtown Edmond and is home to frighten-

ingly loud Electronic Dance Music (EDM). Those who dare to enter will come face-to-face with real life DJ's. "The music was terrifyingly loud," said Farraday. "And every single person was a DJ, but not only that, every single DJ wore an oversized robot mascot head. The place blinds you with its lasers and numerous amounts of glow-in-the-dark bracelets. I almost thought I was having a stroke because I couldn't hear, see, or feel happiness." 2. The House of The Living Dead A haunted house that lives up to its name. Located in a gated community near Lake Arcadia, The House of The Living Dead will leave its visitors with a horrific hatred for ever entering to begin with. "It was just a home for senile elderly people," said Farraday. "The second I entered they handed me scrubs and thanked me for volunteering. I just thought it was part of the experience but eight hours later, I realized I had just been a volunteer nurse for senile elderly people. I would almost suggest people to go here because they really do need more volunteers."

1. A Funeral The most terrifying haunted attraction that Farraday went to was one that would send chills down anyone’s spine. The Funeral only allows specific people to attend, sent out through invitations. Farraday just accidentally attended this attraction. "Yeah, this one's number one for sure," said Farraday. "I accidentally attended a funeral that was being held at a church in Edmond. When I first went in I thought it was all a part of the show, maybe that the deceased would rise up and be wearing a ghost costume. Nope." Farraday stayed for the church ceremony without realizing it was a real funeral and even helped the family carry the deceased out to the car. He proceeded to drive along with the funeral attendees as they laid their loved one to rest in a plot of land. "I should have known at that point," said Farraday. "This one is number one because I basically helped a family bury their dead. Scientific conclusion is this, haunted houses aren't usually held at churches."

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Sports

SPORTS

Bronchos Trot Past Lopers Jonathan Goudeau @Goudeau_jdg

Sports Reporter

The University of Central Oklahoma football team never trailed in a wire-to-wire 27-13 win against Nebraska-Kearney during Homecoming on Saturday. "We knew the game was going to be tough," Head Coach Nick Bobeck said. "It wasn't a clean game by any means, but I've never heard of a bad win so we're pretty happy with it. We found a way to scratch one out." The Bronchos struck first as quarterback Chas Stallard hit wide receiver Josh Crockett for a 9-yard touchdown pass following a 37-yard run by running back Jake Standlee to cap off a 7-play, 68-yard drive to take a 7-0 lead. After a Broncho three-and-out, Kearney fumbled the ensuing punt and it was recovered by cornerback Omari Cole, giving UCO the ball at the Kearney 40-yard line. Two plays later, UCO turned the ball over as Stallard's pass was picked off by Kearney free safety George Brown at the Kearney 43-yard line. Kearney took advantage as quarterback Steve Worthing found running back Thomas Russell in the back of the end zone for an 8-yard touchdown pass to make it 7-6 early in the second quarter after they missed the extra point. Following another Broncho threeand-out, the defense came up with a turnover as linebacker Chris Pogi intercepted Worthing's pass to give the Bronchos the ball at their own 45-yard line. Kicker Alex Quevedo hit a 28-yard field goal to cap off a 9-play, 45-yard drive to extend the lead 10-6 in the middle of the second quarter. With the first half winding down, the Bronchos defense came up with their second turnover as defensive back Stephan Robinson intercepted a Worthing pass at the 2-yard line and ran it back 98-yards for a touchdown to take a 17-6 lead into halftime. The Bronchos started the second half strong forcing a three-and-out and put three more points on the

Jake Standlee, 20, rushes up field during UCOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homecoming victory against Nebraska-Kearney Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. Standlee rushed for 135 yards. (Hayden Barzditis/The Vista)

board as Quevedo hit a 31-yard field goal to make it 20-6 middle of the third quarter. After a series of stops by both teams, UCO struck again as Stallard connected with wide receiver L'liott Curry for a 48-yard touchdown to take a commanding 27-6 lead late fourth quarter. With just 1:10 left in the game, Kearney running back Dayton Sealey punched it in from 4-yards out to cut the Bronchos lead to 27-13. On the ensuing onside kick, the ball went out of bounds and UCO ran out the rest of the clock securing the win. The Bronchos offense rolled up 383-yards of offense and 19-first downs. Stallard finished going 20-31 for 189-yards with two touchdowns and one interception through the air and added 48-yards on carries on the ground. Standlee had a career day, rushing for 135-yards on 16 carries on 8.4 yards a carry and added 22-yards on four catches. Wide receiver J.T. Luper led in receiving again with 11-catches for 89-yards. "He was the only running back we had suited up," Bobeck said about Standlee. "I'm really proud of that

kid. He hung tough and he is a tough kid." Defensively, the Bronchos had a bend not break attitude allowing 407 yards of offense but only surrendering 13 points and forcing two turnovers. "As many kids as we had out on the defensive side of the ball I was really proud of our defensive football team today," Bobeck said. Linebacker Colton Lindsey led the way with 10 tackles, and safety O'Shay Harris and linebacker Alex Figueroa finished with eight and

seven tackles respectively. Robinson finished with two tackles, a pick-six and two pass deflections. "His interception right before the half was huge," Bobeck said about Robinson. "He's an extremely good athlete. He's played cornerback most of the year but due to injuries we threw him in at safety and he continued to grow during the week and had a great game. Really proud of him." The Bronchos will look to keep the momentum going as they travel to Missouri Southern next Saturday. Kick-off is scheduled for 2 p.m.

Sports

October 17, 2017

Volleyball’s Win Streak Ends Ryan Jackson @TheVista1903

Contributing Writer

The University of Central Oklahoma volleyball team lost to Missouri Western State University last Friday 3-2, which was their first loss in over a month, ending a 17-game win streak. “Obviously we came in the wrong end of where we wanted to come in today," said UCO Volleyball Head Coach Edgar Miraku. "It’s not our best performance. Missouri Western played well, they deserve it.” UCO and Missouri Western traded sets in a back and forth match that lasted two and a half hours where Missouri Western made the final blow in the fifth and final set where they won 15-13. "I think we may have been one run too short," said Miraku. "I never question our players desire. I don’t think that was in question tonight or even in practice. They’re competitors, they’re winners. They want to keep getting better. Even though it wasn’t our best night, I felt the energy was there, the intent was there, we just never put it in gear enough to keep climbing.” "It’s tough to survive in the MIAA when you’re not having your best night. Anybody can take you out. I know they’re disappointed just like I am, but we've got to put it behind us.

McKenzie Fyfe, 11, sets the ball up for a spike Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. (Hayden Barzditis/The Vista)

We can’t dwell on what just happened. It’s done, it’s over with. We've got to focus on tomorrow." Junior outside hitter Taylor Bevis had 27 kills and two blocks, while junior Jordan Spence had 14 kills, one ace, and two blocks for the Bronchos. UCO also received contri-

butions from Haley Deschenes, who finished with 12 kills and two blocks, with senior Alexis Washington also chipping in with nine kills and four blocks. The Bronchos were focused on their next match, in which they swept Northwest Missouri State University

3-0. In the three sets, UCO won 25-20, 25-19, and 25-21. Bevis had 12 kills, while Spence had two aces, eight kills, and three blocks to lead the Bronchos. "We pointed out the night before that our mental focus was not there from the get go," said Miraku. "We’re trying to get it there and it got better as the match went along. The issue was, by that time, the opponent was not going to let go, so it became a battle from the get-go. We made sure that was not going to happen again and we are going to stay consistently on top of it." UCO is 21-2 this season, and was ranked No. 7 in last week's American Volleyball Coaches Association poll. The Bronchos will play two conference opponents in their next matchups. UCO will travel to play the 14-9 Lindedwood Lions at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 20 and then travel to play the 16-5 Central Missouri Jennies on Saturday, Oct. 21 at 4 p.m.

Karyn Chrisman, 9, spikes the ball at blockers from Northwest Missouri in UCO’s victory Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. (Hayden Barzditis/The Vista)

October 17, 2017

Sports

Hockey Stays Perfect Nate Baldwin

@nbaldwin05 Sports Reporter

The University of Central Oklahoma's hockey team's last home games for the next month ended with a couple of wins as they took down Midland University in both games over the weekend. Friday night’s game witnessed the first fights of the season. Austin Cunningham, Simon Hobbis and Jake Daughtery were all disqualified in the first period after a brawl broke out on the ice. The three Bronchos also missed the second game. “We started playing down to their level,” Head Coach Craig McAlister said. “Games like this don’t open up.” In both games for the Bronchos, the transition play was nonexistent. While the team was able to get the same number of shots on goal, the quality was down. “There was a thousand whistles out there, there’s no flow,” McAlister said. The Bronchos took an early lead in game one going up 3-1 after the first period. All three goals were scored by different players. After six total disqualifications, period two didn’t see much action. Midland scored in the final frame to cut the lead to one but it was enough for UCO to get out with a win. Game two on Saturday was much of the same. Between the whistles and penalties, the transition game of the Bronchos wasn’t there. The majority of the game was spent in the Midland zone, however. Defensively, UCO held the Warriors to under 20 shots on goal. “They weren’t spending any time in our zone,” McAlister said. After a scoreless first period, Midland’s Ben Henry opened up the scoring with a power play goal to take a 1-0 lead. With many chances to tie it up, the Bronchos finally got one through the goalie. Eleven minutes into the period, Donald Danroth sent a pass to Brandon Formosa to even the game 1-1. Formosa leads the team with nine goals and 15 points. A few minutes later, Danroth again saw a lane and dished out his team-leading twelfth assist to Spencer Peratalo, taking the lead 2-1 with one period left to play. Those two goals would be all the Bronchos needed as they kept the pressure on the offensive zone. With two minutes remaining in the game,

Bayley Marshall, 11, approaches Midland University’s goal during a Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 game. The Bronchos won game 2-1. (Ryan Naeve/The Vista)

Midland pulled their goaltender for an extra skater. In addition, Andrei Novikov committed a slashing minor to give Midland another skater. Down two

men in the final minute, the Broncho special teams stepped up. That was the longest UCO spent in their own zone at one time all game. The Bronchos move to 8-1 on the

season. They will be on the road for the month of November before the last home game of the semester. December 1, UCO will take on arch-rival University of Oklahoma.

Central Oklahoma goalie Jacob Wallstedt glances at a puck caught while guarding the UCO net during a Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 game against Midland University. (Ryan Naeve/The Vista)

Sports

October 17, 2017

Bronchos Finish Weekend Right Women’s Soccer Defeats Northwest Missouri After Friday’s Loss

Nate Baldwin

@nbaldwin05 Sports Reporter

The University of Central Oklahoma women's soccer team split their games this weekend, losing to Missouri Western before bouncing back against Northwest Missouri State University on Sunday. “We’re better than our record,” said Head Coach Mike Cook. “We just got to put balls in the back of the net.” In the Lady Bronchos matchup against Missouri Western on Friday, UCO lost 3-0. The game was tied at zero going into the second half until the 48th minute when Bridget Blessie sent a header through the net. It remained a one goal game until the Griffons extended their lead in the 77th minute. Cassidy Menke took a pass from Blessie and scored on the one-on-one. In the last five minutes of the match Western’s Sydney Cluck sent a ball in the left side of the box and through Kaitlyn Asher for the third and final goal. Entering Sunday's game against Northwest Missouri, the Lady Bronchos had lost their previous four matches. Cook said they weren’t playing with the intensity needed. In the 29th minute, Northwest completed a stretch pass for a oneon-one with goalkeeper Ally Salls. She made the save to remain a scoreless tie. It was the closest scoring opportunity of the first half. Six shots were put up by UCO, one on target. “We missed a lot of chances," Cook said. A back-and-forth first half was broken up in the second when a Katie Killion shot caused a Northwest

Danielle Lorson, 26, hits a header during the Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 game against Northwest Missouri. (Provided/UCO Photo Services)

own goal. The defender attempted to clear the ball when deflected by the goalkeeper. That gave them a 1-0 lead in the 58th minute. Just four minutes later, sophomore Asha Haile received a cross from Falyn Dodd to set up her team-high seventh goal of the season. Haile wouldn’t lead the team alone for long. In the 77th minute, after a corner, Mikayla Lowery made a pass out to Kelsie Eason who drilled in

her seventh goal of the year. “We came out in the second half better today,” Cook said. After surrendering three, second half goals to Missouri Western on Friday, UCO won a 3-0 game with second half goals. “Everybody played hard today,” Cook said. The Lady Bronchos finished with 16 shots, eight on goal, outshooting Northwest. The defense held the Lady Bearcats to seven shots, three

on goal. Salls played all 90 minutes for UCO, getting her second clean sheet of the season. She finished with three saves. “It’s important to get a shutout,” Cook said. “If we can get a shutout it only takes one to win.” Next week the Lady Bronchos will play their final two home games of the season. They will face Nebraska-Kearney Friday at 4 p.m., and Fort Hays State on Oct. 22 at 1 p.m.

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