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Two arrests, one critical injury at Oklahoma State Fair
The State Fair enacted a curfew for the remaining day of the fair after an incident occurred Saturday night at the Motley Crue concert. (OK STATE FAIR) (PROVIDED/SKY FIVE).
Zakary Royka Reporter
Just before 9 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Oklahoma State Fair, shots rang out across the attractions and music, critically injuring one person. A flurry of motion and police action followed, culminating in two arrests. The threat of a shooting is concerning, it sets a worrying precedent for public spaces. This article comes from a firsthand perspective. I was an attendee of the Vince Neil concert that was
cut short. There is a certain kind of chaos that comes with a shooting. It is heart-wrenching. At first, a mixture of surprise and fear hit me, followed closely by frustration. I was immediately angry that this happened; I still am. Thankfully no one lost their lives that night. Beyond the initial shooting, hundreds of people fleeing from danger is dangerous in itself. This is due to a lack of coordination of crowds. You can get hurt or separated from your group. A psychological toll is taken on everyone
present. The shooting was not, however, a well-planned attack on the general populace of the fair. This crime started with a fight in the Bennett Event Center and ended with hundreds of people running for their lives and hours of traffic as people flooded the streets around the fair. The Oklahoma State Fair has a policy prohibiting firearms; this was insufficient to protect attendees Saturday night. The fair has now introduced a chaperone/curfew policy they outline in a post on
social media. This policy entailed a chaperone over the age of 21 to accompany any minor entering the fair after 5 p.m., with no more than six minors chaperoned by one individual. With the shelter-in-place/ lockdown exercise on campus this week, there is no better time to educate yourself on what to do during a shooting or similar threat to your well-being. It falls on everyone to keep each other safe from this strange reality we have found ourselves in. Stay safe out there.
Oklahoma weather proves global weather impacts state
El Nino event could be in state’s future as Pacific waters get warmer
Water levels at Lake Hefner recorded September 1, 2023 at shores and compared to piers (THE VISTA/JAYDON SIMS).
Jake Ramsey Managing Editor
of La Niña, causing Oklahoma to experience a drier, warmer climate, combined with the “heat dome,” which is caused by
crease of two-to-five degrees,” said KFOR meteorologist Emily Sutton. The increase in temperature
As temperatures rose this summer in Oklahoma, many factors contributed to the harsh heat faced throughout the latter month of the season. Those factors included the heating and cooling of the Eastern Pacific, the rainfall and water levels, as well as the heat dome. “It’s a naturally occurring change in sea pressure and air temperature,” said Oklahoma state climatologist Gary McManus. This is in reference to the events known as La Niña and El Niño, two weather phenomena that take place in the Eastern These are two climate patterns that work together (THE VISTA/TESS PETERS). Pacific. La Niña events cause a shift the air compressing towards the isn’t the only thing Oklahoma is in the jet stream which create ground and heating up due to facing. There has also been an warm and dry conditions across the high density, and that’s what increase in rainfall. the southern United States, led to the extreme heat faced In early July, Oklahoma expewhereas El Niño events cause throughout the latter part of the rienced the fifth wettest July on cool and wet conditions across summer. record, shown by water levels at the southern states. “By mid-century Oklahoma Lake Hefner, which grew from As the summer months began, can expect a temperature ina gage height of 1,196.70 feet the earth was in the cold phase
on July 4, 2023 to a gage height of 1,200.26 feet by July 19. The water levels have remained consistently high since, showing that Oklahoma rainfall is heavier than normal. “This is going to impact our agriculture, our economy and our infrastructure,” said Sutton. Oklahoma is likely to experience more intense storms, followed by stages of flash droughts throughout the next few years due to this shift in climate, Sutton said. McManus said, when asked about the impact of climate on infrastructure, “Oklahoma deals with a wide range of extreme weather, so we should be able to handle an El Niño event.” Should an El Niño event occur, Oklahomans can expect larger amounts of rainfall, as well as cooler conditions, but should another heat dome happen, there may be flash droughts and extreme heats following the harsher storms.
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Weekly Horoscope
Sam Royka Editor-In-Chief
LEO
ARIES
TAURUS April 20-May 20
May 21-June 20
June 21-July 22
July 23-August 22
Friday’s Full Moon will affect you and Libra most greatly. A retrograde in the north and south nodes takes it up a notch. This transit in your first house lights a fire to take you up towards your goals: get ready for a flash forward! Your song is “Blind” by Hercules & Love Affair.
This week is all about integration! The Full Moon in Aries transits your twelfth house. With so many planets in retrograde now, this time shines light on what’s been hidden. Journal and transform. Something you wanted a long time ago is about to come in! Your song is “Angel Hair” by Baird.
Your friendships take on a different aspect now. You could meet an important new connection, or develop something deeper with someone you already know. Dive into a new collective experience if you have the opportunity this week! Your song is “LONG DISTANCE” by Sam Gellaitry.
Making a splash? Your public persona gets an upgrade while this Moon fills the sky. A cycle relating to being seen is closing now. Something work-related could come full circle as you make some important realizations this week. Your ability to nurture others is a big strength. Your song is “Mr Quiche” by Wildcat! Wildcat!.
Ninth house transits tend to change our philosophy on life, integrating what we’ve learned along the way. Travel and transport comes to a head now, so a new car or vacation could be coming your way! However, many planets are in retrograde, so watch out for flat tires and get your oil changed. Your song is “Falling Short” by Låpsley.
March 21-April 19
LIBR A
VIRGO
GEMINI
SCORPIO
September 23-October 22
A Sun-opposite-Saturn transit could shake up your self-perception. Feeling brand new is a chance to make the future equally brand new! The Moon transits your eighth house, taking a trip into subconscious depths. You are on the cusp of a new adventure. Your song is “Beginner’s Luck” by Maribou State.
Relationships are bathed in moonlight when this Full Moon transits your seventh house. Healing, justice, and peace are ocean waves headed your way. Evaluate what brings you the most joy and feels most aligned. Your song is “Lover Chanting” by Little Dragon.
SAGITTARIUS
CAPRICORN
October 23-November 21
November 22-December 21
December 21-January 20
With Pluto and Chiron in retrograde, you are likely in the thick of it. This week lets you step into the next version of yourself. At the same time as you trudge through murky waters, the Moon transits your house of health and everyday life. This pushes the cards to flip over. It could be a time to focus on self-care or even offer a solution you’ve been waiting for. Your song is “Chasing Shadows” by Santigold.
Fifth-house transits are always exciting! Getting into something new brings out your inner child. Don’t be afraid to play this week. Something that feels right on Friday night could lead to your next big break. One tip for success: walk slowly through the crowd and remember everyone’s name. Your song is “Str8 Outta Mumbai” by Jai Paul.
Family matters come to a peak now. This could be time for a breakthrough! Tending to your gardens, whether literal or metaphorical, will help ease any transitions. With eclipse season coming next month, a time of great change is nearly upon us. Your song is “Get Free” by Major Lazer and Amber Coffman.
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August 23- September 22
CANCER
On the of same day as the Full Moon, a Week 9/25/23 - 10/1/23
AQUARIUS
PISCES
February 19-March 20
January 21-February 18
With a third-house transit, your mind expands in a manner of universal synchronized swimming. A good cup of tea and stimulating conversation will bring a lot of joy this week! Make sure you’re getting your Omega-3s for best brain health. Your song is “Circles” by Digitalism.
Security comes to the top of the list again. Removing small irritants will help you feel more secure even if there are larger things that might be out of our control. This includes wearing comfortable shoes and working in advance of your deadlines. Zooming out can help keep a grounded perspective. Your song is “Future” by Cut Copy.
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Venus square could make tempers run high. Evaluate what issues could be worth letting go in order to have a calmer, more connected evening.
The Weekly Crossword
by Margie E. Burke
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Monarchs reign as seasonal migration moves through Oklahoma Hannah Wagar
“Many people are nervous about tagging them,” Stephens said. ”But after the first one, they are normally much more comfortable with it.” Stephens said that the fall migrators have “sturdier bodies and wings,” so anyMonarch butterflies fill the skies of Oklahoma in late September as they emone can tag them without worrying about hurting them. bark on their southern migration for the winter. “It is an activity that my boys and I get excited for every year, and we all take Each year, these iconic orange and black butterflies make their 3,000-mile part,” Stephens said, adding that it is a great way to get the whole family involved journey from Canada to Mexico in the fall with the goal to return in the spring. in science, and it became a family tradition. This journey can take months, and they are typically only seen in Oklahoma Tagging requires planning ahead by ordering the kit, but there are other things for a couple weeks of this journey, mainly the that can be done to support monarchs and their last week of September and the first week of migration without capturing them, such as planting October. native plants that are essential to their survival. Though we see them every year, this species’ In Oklahoma, variations of milkweed and goldpopulation has declined over 80% the last 30 enrod are among their favorites, with milkweed years and is considered endangered according being their chosen plant for laying eggs. Since these to the World Wildlife Fund; however, there are are native plants, they are also prone to surviving many ways individuals can get involved to help Oklahoma weather and are often self-sustainable. support this iconic species. An area with even a few of these plants help, but Amy Stephens, a former educator and historijust one or two can often be hard for them to spot, an for the Oklahoma City Zoo, is currently the Stephens said. director of the Edmond History Museum. Individuals and businesses who choose to dedicate A monarch lands on a flower. (PROVIDED/AP News) “[Monarchs have] this migration that no other a large amount of space for these plants can apply to butterflies do,” Stephens said, noting that one of the best ways to help monarchs become a “certified monarch waystation” through Monarch Watch if the space is by helping researchers better understand their migration patterns. meets their program requirements. Each year, Monarch Watch, an organization dedicated to the conservation as “Similar to when you are on a long car ride, these waypoints act as a rest well as education and research surrounding monarch butterflies, relies on comstop for the butterflies,” Stephens said. munity scientists to help tag thousands of butterflies. Their journey is long and can be treacherous, so these spots enable monarchs Tagging requires placing an identification sticker on the butterfly’s wing and to take a break and “refuel” before continuing south to . It also provides them a documenting basic information about it, which can be done with a tagging kit safe place from weather and predators. ordered through Monarch Watch. Contributing Writer
This Week In Swiftstory: What if she said she’s a ‘Mastermind’? Matilda Harvey Reporter
This week in Swiftstory, fans of Taylor Swift worldwide united to solve Google-based word scrambles (33 million, to be exact) to unlock four songs from the 1989 (Taylor’s Version) vault. Once the number reached 38 million, the fifth and final vault track was revealed. Although it is fun and exciting for Swifties to solve puzzles in order to receive the tracklists of unreleased albums, Swift has not always made it so easy or straightforward to decode her clues. In 2014, Swift teased lyrics and song titles with posts on her Instagram account, posts that were sadly lost to the Taylor Swift Social Media Purge of 2017, but many fans kept screenshots from those days. During the rollout of “reputation” in 2017, Swift began more directly teasing fans with easter eggs. The music video for “Look What You Made Me Do” confirmed the title of the upcoming album, while the later music video for “...ready for it?” included lyrics from an unreleased “reputation” song. The lead single for 2019’s “Lover” was “ME! (feat. Brendon Urie)” and it received a kaleido-
scopic music video full of references. Possibly the most infamous easter egg from the video is the giant neon sign reading “Lover.” After numerous
people guessed that this was the title of the album, Swift went to social media to say nobody had guessed the name of the album. As any Swiftie can tell, she was lying; the album is called “Lover.” The music video for “You Need To Calm Down” included an archer hitting a target with the number five on it; “The Archer” would be
track five on “Lover.” Ellen Degeneres is seen receiving a tattoo reading “Cruel Summer” in the same video. Track two on “Lover” is titled Cruel Summer. Swift did say there were easter eggs in Lover-era music videos that would not be revealed until Loverfest in 2020. Due to COVID-19, Loverfest was entirely cancelled, and Swift’s next tour would be the Eras Tour. It is unclear if Swift incorporated these easter eggs into her current tour or whether she scrapped them altogether. The “Bejeweled” music video released shortly after the release of “Midnights” in 2022 was filled with easter eggs, per Swift’s own confession. These easter eggs were used to point toward the next re-recording to be released after “Midnights.” With two song snippets and a decade’s worth of purple, fans were absolutely certain the next re-record would be Speak Now (Taylor’s Version). Swifties are not always the best at accurately identifying easter eggs, though, with a few infamous failures. The best known attempt at solving a puzzle left by Swift is perhaps an Instagram post in which she stands behind a lattice fence. Fans were certain this was part of a countdown because, as so many will still protest, “there were
Art Afloat OKC pushes to bring back Bricktown busking Bailee Brown Contributing Writer
Bricktown, known for its clubs, bars and restaurants and ACM@UCO, can always use more music, both in the clubs and in the streets. Chase Kerby and Chad Huntington, the creators of the Showboat Concert Series, hope to bring about a musical renaissance in the district. To breathe life into the music scene in Bricktown, Kerby and Huntington have teamed to create Art Afloat OKC, a project that, in their words, “represents a concerted effort to bring new and inspiring artistic interventions to the Bricktown Canal.” “Music has a tendency to uplift any atmosphere it’s happening in. We’re hoping it’s just
one of those things that brings comradery,” said Kerby, a guitarist and vocalist for Beau Jennings and the Tigers and Big Weather. The team plans to expand the live music experience in Bricktown by focusing their efforts on increasing the number of street performers. “Busking” is the term for playing music in the street for voluntary tips. In 2019, busking was deregulated, which allowed performers to share their craft in public spaces without needing to obtain multiple permits and pay fees. Art Afloat OKC seeks to take this initiative a step further, by organizing and curating performances. The initiative starts with a focus on one location in Bricktown. The first stage, so to speak, is located on a pedestrian bridge crossing the canal. The bridge provides space for performers to play
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and still not obstruct walking traffic. Bricktown visitors get to experience the joy of live music and musicians get to share their music with the public. As payment for their performances, artists receive $100 for one hour of performing, with the option to continue playing for tips afterward. Kerby is developing an online application and creating a schedule to ensure a diverse set of talent and voices will be heard. In the beginning, there will be one performance and one location per week, but the goal is to expand beyond Bricktown and into other popular districts. “We just want to entice people to enjoy the city, come visit the city and stay in the city,” Kerby said.
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UCO produces Tracy Letts’ ‘August: Osage County’ at Mitchell Hall Destini Pittman
Contributing Writer
“August: Osage County” is a tragic comedy that delves into drug addiction, American family dynamics and the trauma inherited from parents. UCO’s drama department is currently staging performances of the Pulitzer Award-winning play, continuing at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 28-30 and 2 p.m. Oct. 1 in Mitchell Hall Theatre The play tells the story of the Weston family and what happens when the patriarch of their family, Beverly, dies. The three Weston sisters come back to Osage County to help their mom, who is a drug addict, navigate the loss of their
father. While the play runs over three hours, there is never a dull moment. From set design to lighting and the actors’ performances, this is a show you will not want to miss. “August” is set in Oklahoma and was written by Oklahoma-born playwright Tracy Letts, who based the characters in the play on his own family. Letts adapted the play for the 2013 film, which was shot on location in Osage County and stars Julia Roberts, Meryl Streep and Benedict Cumberbatch. Tickets may be purchased online or by calling the box office number at 405-974-3375. ForVista 88 The The Vista Emery Font, Izabella Stout, Rainey Denison and more information about UCO theaters upcoming Ashlynn Stewart star in ‘August: Osage County.” (UCO INFORMATION/PROVIDED) season, follow @UCO.CFAD on Instagram.
Read ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ before Scorsese film debuts
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Britton Summers Reporter
The love of money has been called the root of evil, both in popular culture and in 1 Timothy 6:10. “Killers of the Flower Moon” is a poetic tale that agrees with this conception. Most conspiracies are just hearsay. That is not to say that there haven’t been genuine conspiracies out in the world, but I find the idea of a big conspiracy that dictates our lives to be silly. My friend pointed out to me, however, there are smaller scale conspiracies that happen right under our noses. “Killers of The Flower Moon” is about one of these conspiracies. “Killers of The Flower Moon” joins such company as “Into the Wild” and “In Cold Blood” as one
of the finest nonfiction narratives that I have read thus far. Grann creates an engaging narrative from this real event and stacks it with a cast of interesting, strange characters. Grann writes with a novelist’s gift for storytelling, while never shirking away from reality to create its narrative. While I was expecting this book to be tragic, I was far from expecting the banal cruelty and indifference that plagued this novel. Philosopher Edmund Burke once wrote “when bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall, one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.” In other words, all it takes for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing. “Killers of The Flower Moon” is a classic American crime story about how one’s greed for power even-
tually destroys everyone around them. It also is an exploration of how evil can infect even the most well-meaning souls. While we can never fully know what inspired Ernest and Bryan Buckhart’s complicity in their uncle William Hale’s crimes, it can be surmised from what Grann writes. He never judges the players in this story; he merely shows them as they are and allows the audience to come to their own conclusions about who these people are and what they did. As the reader, you feel for Mollie Burkhart and the constant trauma she was put through. The betrayal she faces is beyond words. Grann’s prose is smooth, sometimes poetic even. He creates clear, concise sentences that get his point across, while also pulling feelings of sadness, anger, and despair. “Killers of The Flower Moon” is both a true crime story and a lamentation of our nation’s violent history. Like the best stories, “Killers of The Flower Moon” forces us to look at our history and our nature. It makes us look at what we were, and who we are going to be moving forward. As the book says, history tends to judge us and force us to reckon with all our past choices, either good or ill and we must face the consequences of those choices in our modern day. It is something that we are facing today, sad as it is to admit. But even with the justice that was served in the case of Mollie Burkhart’s family, I was particularly unnerved to read about the many cases that had gone unsolved over the years. Hale and his cronies may
have been caught, but there were plenty of other people who got away with their crimes scot-free, unable to face justice in this life. It is a small comfort to know that what they did became known once this book was released and the people who were affected by their crimes have gotten the closure that they need. A difficult story for sure, but a worthy one as well. One that I wish that could be talked about as a story of the past. A warning for us not to repeat the same bad choices that these men made. But unfortunately, given the history of racial violence in this country and the ramification of that history is still a scar on us today. A book that I wish wasn’t relevant, and yet it is.
David Grann’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” details the brazen theft and killing that took place in Oklahoma in the early 20th century. (RANDOM HOUSE/ PROVIDED.
This week in history: The 1957 integration of Central High School
Photo of two military personnel escorting black students to Central High School in Little Rock, AR. (PROVIDED/ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Jake Ramsey Managing Editor
On Sept., 23 1957, Executive Order 10730 was signed by President Eisenhower, which sent federal troops into Little Rock, Arkansas to oversee the integration of Central High School. During the summer of 1957, Arkansas took steps to desegregate the public school system. It was to start with the high schools and slowly move to integrating the elementary schools as well. Come September of that same
year, the “Little Rock Nine,” nine Black students who would be among the first to integrate, would enroll in the Little Rock Central High School. Met by protesting from every direction, these nine students would face extreme hardships, and the conflicts between segregationists and integrationists heightened. Dubbed the “Little Rock Crisis,” tensions grew between the opposing groups leading to violent attacks throughout the city. This would lead to Little Rock Governor Orval Faubus ordering the state’s national
guard to come out and maintain peace and order, later being revealed by the governor that he had also told the National Guard not to let the nine Black students enter the building. This act by the governor and the National Guard would only fan the flames of conflict, leading to more altercations. A meeting occurred between Eisenhower and Faubus, where Eisnehower would advise the governor to keep the National Guard there to ensure peace, but to also allow the students to attend the school. Faubus would agree to these terms,
but two days later withdrew the National Guard. Due to this a riot broke out from segregationists that did not want the Black students attending the school. This would lead to Eisenhower signing an Executive Order, federalizing the Arkansas National Guard and sending in roughly 1,000 U.S. paratroopers to assist in restoring peace. This would be a key moment in the Civil Rights Movement going forward.
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UCO athlete Yurchenko details her life during Ukraine War Sam Kozlowski Reporter
Dreams of peace and the end of the war remain strong for the people of Ukraine, relying on the hope that their government will stay strong and continue protecting the innocent 1 1/2 years later. University of Central Oklahoma tennis star, sophomore Karina Yurchenko, explained how different things are in Ukraine now, after returning to her war-torn hometown of Irpin this past summer. Heading home, away from her now-normal life on campus was shocking to some, “Multiple times people asked me, “is it safe?” Yes, I was 100 percent sure. I love being here at UCO, but it feels different than actually being home,” Yurchenko said. “I felt so much freedom being home. I fixed all my health problems, had all the homemade food I wanted, bought all the groceries I missed, went to dance classes, met all of my friends and went to my favorite places,” she said. “It was a breath of fresh air, especially after my tough year of school and sports.” Despite these struggles, Karina learned a lot about herself and grew exponentially, winning the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s regional singles B-draw tournament in Edmond on Sunday. Just outside of Kyiv, in her hometown of Irpin, Karina gave her grandparents the surprise of a lifetime and the best birthday present her grandfather could ever ask for, “It was 11 o’ clock at night and I’m knocking on the door… they were so happy to see me and I think it was the best surprise I’ve ever made for someone,” she said. Many Ukrainians proudly represent their country at home. Through hope, mental fortitude and a positivity towards life, these are the only things keeping them sane during these unrelenting attacks by the Russian government. Battles within Ukraine and Russia persist over 570 days later. Three people were killed and at least nine were wounded by Russian troops in Zaporizhzhia southeast Ukraine regions and further South Kherson regions on Sunday, according to Ukrainian officials. Over 430 miles away, a Ukrainian drone strike was repelled by Russia defenses in the Tula region South of Moscow early Monday morning.
Building in Karina’s Hometown of Irpin, Ukraine in ruins. (KARINA YURCHENKO / PROVIDED)
While taking the bus to Irpin, Karina noted the adaptability of people and the strangeness on the streets, “You look left and see a park, people are laughing, dancing, having food and drinks, living regular lives. Then, you turn your head right and you see destroyed houses and scorched cars. It forces you to face reality,” Karina said. “One day this summer I decided to travel by bike to another part of Irpin, where my life basically started. At some point I heard an air alert siren and freaked out. I looked at the people around me and they didn’t care. Their mindset right now is if it’s meant to be, then you can’t escape from your destiny.” When Karina got to the other side of the city, she was terrified, “When you see pictures on TV or your phone screen, it looks bad, but when you see it in real-life at full scale, it’s impossible to find words to express your feelings. I was crying,” she said. “People can adapt to anything, which is a good ability I guess. They have to move on and accept the fact of war, otherwise it would be impossible not to lose your mind.” Since the war broke out in February 2022, children are now back in school, people have more jobs, even businesses are opening. “This time in Ukraine showed that we have to live in the present moment and not delay things for later,” Karina said.
“I understand students’ situations. Broke, busy, don’t have spare food, clothes or medicine to donate, I get it. People think donations need to be a huge amount of money, but that’s incorrect. Let’s say UCO has 10,000 people enrolled. If all of them donate just $10, that’s already $100,000. With this money, you can save so many lives,” Karina said. “You can choose how you want to help people or animals affected by war.” Winter is coming and there you can donate to children and soldiers who need warm clothes, food and medical treatments. Or you can help feed the thousands of cats and dogs that lost their homes after the hydro-electric dam was bombed. Donations can go towards a variety of different causes and organizations, including Razom, UNICEF and United24. Ukraine will not give up in its fight for independence. With about half a million casualties so far, more innocent people and soldiers will die until Russia’s attacks subside. Karina hopes to return to a peaceful, independent Ukraine next summer, but it still seems like there is no end in sight to the war. No matter what happens, Karina is already waiting to return once again,“At the end of the break, I didn’t want to go back, but I had to. I can’t wait for next summer.”
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SPORTS
Bronchos prepare for crucial homecoming game
Kyshon Murray Jr. lines up in coverage opposite Nebraska-Kearney wide receiver Severyn Foster. (THE VISTA/JAYDON SIMS) Ray Robinson Contributing Writer
Many questions loom for UCO Football as they take on Missouri Southern on Sept. 30. The Bronchos are going into their fifth game of the season with a marginally winning record. They currently have a win-loss record of 1-3. Missouri Southern has a record of 3-1. Southern is also undefeated on the road with a record of 2-0. Missouri Southern’s last game was won in dominant fashion as they beat Northeastern State in a shutout victory going 42-0, so the task the Bronchos face will not be an easy one. The Bronchos have had a tough season so far: their only win this season was their 24-21 win against Nebraska-Kearney. A lack of consistency
so far can be a reason for the struggle, said Chris Brannick in his press conference with Head Coach Adam Dorrell. Dorrell said he feels that is due to older players making mistakes and losing focus. “Guys are trying too hard and when they try too hard, they lose their technique they lose their focus,” Dorrell said.. When the Bronchos took on Missouri Western their struggles in the first half potentially cost them the game. Many issues concerning the Bronchos became apparent in their last game on the road against Emporia State. The first question begins with their QB. They went into this game without the senior starting quarterback Stephon Brown. Junior Quarterback Herl Dawson took his place
last Saturday in Kansas. The Bronchos offense didn’t suffer much from Dawson’s appearance in this game. Dawson was the better QB in the game. He threw for more yards going 363 yards compared to Emporia’s starting QB Braeden Gleason who threw for 289 yards. Fans also saw more completed passes from Dawson with 26 to Gleason’s 19. Dawson’s presence was definitely felt as he was also second in rushing with a net total 37 yards behind Junior Running back Trevon Woolfolk who had a net total of 137 rushing yards. Stephon Brown’s rushing was missed in this game as he averaged 38.7 rushing yards a game. The game will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Chad Richison Stadium.
Broncho Buckaround: Buck around and find out
Offensive lineman Layne Grantham looks to the sideline for the play call and gets set for the snap. (THE VISTA/JAYDON SIMS)
Phil Rodriguez Sports Reporter
In women’s tennis, Pete Komada and Blythe Buntrock went 5-0 and won the ITA Regional Doubles Championship at Edmond Center Court on Sunday, Sept. 24. They’ll move on to the ITA Cup in Rome, Georgia scheduled to be held Oct. 12 through Oct. 16. Karyna Yurchenko also took home a title in the Singles B Draw. The number 21-ranked volleyball team went on a bit of a road trip last week, taking on the 10th-ranked Nebraska-Kearney Lopers at Kearney last Thursday, Sept. 21. The Bronchos were unable to avenge their season-ending loss from last year, though, falling 3 sets to 1 to lose the match. A bright spot was newcomer outside hitter Addison Wimmer, who led the team with 16 kills. The second night of the unofficial road trip went decidedly better, with the team stopping off in Hays, Kansas on Friday, Sept. 22 to take down the Fort Hays State Tigers 3 sets to nothing. Wimmer was key once again with 11 kills, but captain Jenna Karp led the team with 13 kills. The 12-2 Bronchos will conclude their away run with a matchup against MIAA rival Pittsburg State in Pittsburg, Kansas on Tuesday, Sept. 26 before returning home for a Friday night matchup against Central Missouri.
Despite posting their best offensive output of the season so far, the UCO Bronchos football team fell to 1-3 on the season with a 38-24 loss at 11th-ranked Emporia State on Saturday, September 23. UCO newcomer junior quarterback Dawson Herl made his first start in replacement of regular starter Stephon Brown, and the graduate transfer from Missouri Southern made his presence felt with 363 passing yards and 2 touchdowns. Junior running back Trevon Woolfolk, also a transfer, looks to have established himself as the team’s workhorse after posting his third 100-yard rushing performance of the season. Meanwhile, the soccer team posted a 1-0-1 record last week despite both matches coming on the road. They dominated Rogers State in Claremore, Oklahoma on Friday, Sept. 22, beating them 3-0 courtesy of goals from Claire Mullen, Lauren Piper and Matilda Torres. The Bronchos followed that up with a 1-1 draw at Northeastern State on Sunday, September 24, falling behind 1-0 early before an Amaya Grace penalty shot found the back-left corner of the net in the 22nd minute. That score held until the end, leaving the team with a 3-2-3 record on the season so far.
Upcoming sporting events: Tuesday, September 26: Volleyball at Pittsburg State, 6 p.m. Friday, September 29: Soccer vs Central Missouri, 7 p.m. Friday, September 29: Volleyball vs Central Missouri, 5 p.m. Saturday, September 30: Volleyball vs Missouri Southern, 6 p.m. Saturday, September 30: Football vs Missouri Southern, 2 p.m. (Homecoming) Sunday, October 1: Soccer vs Missouri Southern, 1 p.m. Monday, October 2 and 3: Men’s Golf at The Perkins Invitational Monday, October 2 and 3: Women’s Golf at Grace Shin Invitational
Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023
WELLNESS
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Center of Counseling and Well-Being brings awareness Mariah Vanzant
Contributing Writer
Kayla O’Malley, peer health leader from the Center of Counseling and Well-Being, spoke Monday at the University of Central Oklahoma Student Association’s meeting to bring awareness to suicide prevention by telling students about CCWB’s resources. O’Malley began the meeting by discussing the 988 phone number. 988 is the mental health lifeline for the state of Oklahoma and the suicide prevention hotline across the United States, O’Malley said. In any state, you can dial 988 and receive free confidential counseling at any time. “Confidential also means anonymous, so you do not have to disclose your name, location or anything like that,” said O’Malley. “However, if you are planning suicide and you are speaking to someone on the phone with 988, you will have to disclose your location in case 988 is needed to call 911 for you.” O’Malley said that 988 provides
free counseling to anyone. “Whether you are having just some hard times at school or some hard times with your family and you need to talk about or vent about it over the phone you can call them 24/7,” said O’Malley. If students are dealing with something more serious, such as substance abuse or suicidal ideations, they are also available for those needs. “They can assist you with getting an appointment with mental health services at a location near you or they can call a mobile crisis team to your home that would not include police officers or the police department,” O’Malley said. “If suicide or sometimes harm is happening, then they can call 911 for you. They can also check you into your nearest emergency room if that is something you are needing as well.” On campus at the CCWB, students can either walk in for a counseling appointment or schedule an appointment online or over the phone. Students also have the option of attending group sessions. “We have Fostering Students Suc-
UCOSA members (from left to right) Vice-Chair of Congress Cooper Autry, Chair of Congress Izzi Barry, and Secretary Ethan Noble (The Vista/ Mariah Vanzant)
cess for students that have been in the foster care system,” said O’Malley. They also have a relationship counseling group. Relationships can include friendships or intimate relationships. “There is a sober-curious group that just started this semester,” said O’Malley. “If you are experiencing substance misuse, are around someone who is experiencing substance misuse or are just curious about being sober and no longer using alcohol, that’s a group that you can attend.” “If you have never been to counseling before and you have no idea what therapy is like, I suggest you try all of the above, find out what
works for you and continue with what works for you,” she said. The CCWB provides short-term counseling options. If students are planning on staying in counseling for over a year, they will recommend finding a counselor off-campus as well in case the student moves, transfers schools or can no longer access the CCWB on campus. The CCWB is located on the fourth floor of the Nigh University Center.
Harman works to support students as UCOSA president Taylor Chase Contributing Writer
Lauren Harman is a fourth-year student majoring in Professional Sales with a minor in Leadership. Harman is from Moore, OK and has been actively engaged in UCO’s Student Association, Leaders of Tomorrow, Alpha Gamma Delta, Broncho Business Leaders, the Professional Sales team and now serves as UCO’s student body president. Q: How has your time at UCO prepared you for your role as president? A: I believe my experience at the University of Central Oklahoma has been instrumental in preparing me for Student Body President. UCO has provided me with a diverse range of opportunities, both inside and outside the classroom, that have equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to serve as an effective student leader. These skills range from problem-solving to how to show empathy towards others. Most importantly, UCO has provid-
ed me with a space to fully embrace the college experience and grow into a better version of myself. Q: Tell us a leadership role you have held and what you have accomplished. A: Last year, I had the opportunity to serve as LOT President. This leadership role taught me the importance of supporting and empowering others to reach their individual goals while simultaneously working towards a team goal. This experience has not only prepared me for my role as Student Body President, but has also instilled in me a commitment to leadership that extends beyond my time at UCO. Q: What inspired you to run for president? A: I was inspired to run for Student Body President because of my desire to make UCO a better place for all students. I have been passionate about student government since my freshman year and I’m beyond excited to serve the student body!
Q: What are your goals for this position? A: My goal as Student Body President is to be an active and engaged advocate for the student community. I want every student to know that their concerns and aspirations are my top priority, and I will work tirelessly to make our campus a place where everyone can thrive. I want to do this through being present and showing up for student organizations.
miliar subjects, even if it means you might stumble along the way. Each setback is an opportunity to learn, adapt, and improve. Seek out mentors, professors, and peers who can support your growth journey.
Q: If you could give advice to students on campus, what would it be? A: My advice to students on campus would be to embrace the power of a growth mindset and the acceptance of failing as part of the learning process. Understand that your time in college is not just about acing every test or assignment; it’s about acquiring knowledge, developing skills, and discovering your passions. Don’t be afraid to take on challenging courses or explore unfa-
Lauren Harman (Provided/ UCO Official)
UCO pushes to promote student health through peer education Taylor Chase Contributing Writer
The University of Central Oklahoma’s Health Promotion Department provides students resources to enhance their well being on campus. Specifically, peer education is designed to assist the development and maintenance of healthy lifestyles among UCO students. The goal is to show how students can play a special yet impactful role in inspiring their peers to consider, communicate, seek professional advice, as well as develop responsible habits and attitudes toward alcohol, tobacco, diet and exercise, HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, eating disorders, stress management and other related health issues. Peer health leaders (PHLs) are students who not only use but unite their specialized training in health education and wellness with a desire to change the atmosphere on campus. PHLs serve as ambassadors for health and wellness at UCO, gearing students toward success in both their personal and academic endeavors. Sydney Moore, vice president of peer health leadership, said that the focus of the Health Promotion Department is to ensure a happy and healthy campus for students by maintaining the eight dimensions of wellness, which includes environmental, emotional, financial, social, spiritual, physical, occupational and intellectual services. “PHLs planning consists of targeting at least three dimensions of wellness and an on-cam-
Photo of UCO Health Promotion Display. (UCO/Provided)
pus demographic of our choice,” Moore said. “We start with a review of data collected from a survey conducted by the university regarding health and wellness struggles and its comparison to academic success. This is how we are able to depict where our peers need the most support and if there’s a particular population affected. As someone who has always been fulfilled by taking care of others and ensuring those around me are succeeding in their pursuits, the Peer Health Leadership program felt like a natural fit. This department truly wants the best for every student, and I wanted to be a part of the team that works so diligently to make that come to fruition.” Chidera Osaji, the president of the Peer Health Leaders, said that through these different programs like Healthy Campus Initiative, Project SPEAK, Roll Sober and Stress Paws, it creates more opportunities for campus care. She said she
invites people to join who pride themselves on listening and helping the needs of the students. “This organization changes and touches lives,” Osaji said. “We provide support to people who don’t have any. We protect students from unsafe situations and we are just here to listen if you need someone to talk to. Building connections, networking, learning what people need, being observant and pushing to better our community are fundamental aspects of being a peer health leader and working with this organization. These are the reasons I have stayed and keep coming back.” Visit the Health Promotion Department on Instagram, @ucohealthpromo.
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POP CULTURE
Chappell Roan is a ‘Feminomenon’ on ‘Midwest Princess’ Matilda Harvey Reporter
With nine tracks previously released and five new tracks, Chappell Roan has released her debut album, “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess.” Roan, the persona of Missouri-born Kayleigh Rose, released the songs on this album from Apr. 3, 2020, to Sept. 22, 2023. The album opens with “Femininomenon,” an upbeat tale of bouncing back after a failed online relationship. The song includes a back-and-forth to be used during live performances, something Roan says she was inspired to include from a Queen performance, per an interview with Teen Vogue. It was originally released on Aug. 12, 2022. Track two, “Red Wine Supernova” is a sensual bop that Roan wrote to capture, “the magic of having feelings for another girl,” per an interview with the Brooklyn Vegan. The music video for the song includes a love story between Roan and a magician. The magician teaches Roan a number of magic tricks, introducing her to a whole new world. The song was first released May 17, 2023. “After Midnight” is the first track on the album to be first released with the release of the album. Another upbeat tune, this song speaks to desire and longing for a good time in the middle of the night. The song is a catchy, lighthearted bop. The first ballad on the album comes with track four, “Coffee.” Roan sings about her ex, someone who might not have treated her as she deserved, but who she wants to see again. Unfortunately, she can only meet them for coffee; anywhere else will lead to a night at their place. Roan is breaking the cycle of going back to her ex, a move that is both underrated and underrepresented. “Casual” is one of the most popular songs on the album, with over seven million streams on Spotify and a music video that has received 253,074 views as of writing. It is a blend of autobiographical writing and fictionalized accounts of a relationship that wasn’t defined as anything more than casual. It was released on Oct. 28, 2022. “Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl” is another track that debuted with the release of the full album. It is a fun, high energy song about deciding some people don’t meet the standards for a romantic relationship that one wants. Roan is done, she says, with “all these hyper mega bummer boys like you.” Instead, she’s interested in a, “super graphic ultra modern girl like me.” The next song on “Midwest Princess” is a song about, quite simply, being hot! It was released on Aug. 11, 2023. Roan says on tour while performing this song, that she “wanted to be a cheerleader in high school, but [she] just never felt like [she] was that kind of girl.” The song has an accompanying dance for the chorus, which Roan is eager to teach anyone, from fans to locals to her own grandparents. Track 8 on the album, released May. 6, 2022, is titled “My Kink Is Karma.” Roan’s relationship has ended and she is completely over her ex, but she continues to keep up with him, not because she cares, but because her kink is watching them “ruin [their] life”. The artist said in an interview with Into More, “I was just sitting in the session and I was like, ‘Ah, it feels so nice that my ex is doing horrible!’” “Picture You” is another of the five tracks released with the album on Sept. 22, 2023. It’s a slow, sensual song about wondering whether the
Chappell Roan takes a new look at midwestern royalty (NETTWERK RECORDS/PROVIDED).
object of your desire reciprocates your feelings. “Kaleidoscope” is next, the only self-written song on the album. Roan referred to it as her favorite song before it came out on March 31, 2023. The song’s narrator laments about a relationship they have with someone who was once a friend and is now more. It’s a sad song, a ballad about the confusion of loving someone but not knowing where you stand. The oldest and most popular song on the album is “Pink Pony Club,” which was released Apr. 3, 2020. The song is based on Roan’s first trip to the West Hollywood gay bar The Abbey when she was 21. In an interview with Teen Vogue, Roan said that the real pink pony club is at her live shows. Roan commonly has local drag queens as the opening acts and much of her music is focused on celebrating the queer community. “Naked in Manhattan” is a celebration of first times; specifically, finding one’s self in a relationship they’ve never tried before. Full of cultural references - specifically 2001’s Mulholland Drive and Mean Girls’ Regina George - it’s a pop song about growing up and becoming. The song was initially released Feb. 18, 2022. To understand the next song, 2020’s “California”, one must understand that in 2020, Roan was dropped from her record label, the same year USA Today called “Pink Pony Club” a top ten song of the year. “California” is Roan - maybe more as Kayleigh - mourning her home of Missouri, saying, “come get me out of California” and “I miss the seasons in Missouri.” The closing track of “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” was released with teh full album, a fitting end to the debut. It starts out as a slower song, but it’s an upbeat sensual track about longing. Like other songs on the album, Roan refers to herself as a “good girl” doing “bad things” for engaging in desire. For both new fans, and those who have been following Roan since 2020, this album encapsulates all the things people love about her music. She is both silly and somber, desiring and desirable, longing and lusting. With her own headlining tour through the rest of 2023 and the beginning of 2024, as well as plans to open for Olivia Rodrigo during the GUTS tour, Roan’s star continues to shine brighter with every move she makes.
LISTEN UP FOR LIVE MUSIC
Leah Kate performs Oct. 6 at Beer City Music Hall (LEAH KATE/PROVIDED)
SEPTEMBER Heartless Bastards, Sept. 26, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com The Gaslight Anthem, Sept. 26, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Little Image, Sept. 26, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Sueco, Sept. 27, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall. com Claud, Sept. 28, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall. com Warren Zeiders, Sept. 28, The Jones Assembly, The Jones Assembly, 901 W. Sheridan, thejonesassembly.com Off With Their Heads, Sept. 28, The Blue Note, 2408 N. Robinson, okcbluenote.com Peso Pluma Nights, Sept. 28, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Wilderado, Sept. 30, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Life in Plastic, Sept. 30, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com OCTOBER Medium Build, Oct. 1, Ponyboy, 423 NW 23rd, ponyboyokc.com The Happy Fits, Oct. 3, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Snarky Puppy, Oct. 3, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Fortunate Youth, Oct. 4, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Leonid and Friends, Oct. 4, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc. com
Amos Lee, Oct. 5, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Boris and Melvins, Oct. 5, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Leah Kate, Oct. 6, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall. com Magnolia Park, Oct. 7, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Scary Pockets, Oct. 8, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Dean Lewis, Oct. 8, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Eric Johnson, Oct. 9, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Mac Sabbath, Oct. 10, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Chris Renzema, Oct. 11, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Pony Bradshaw, Oct. 12, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com The Moss, Oct. 12, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Welcome to Night Vale, Oct. 12, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Helmet, Oct. 12, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall. com Christopher Cross, Oct. 13, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc. com Kody West, Oct. 14, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Langhorne Slim, Oct. 14, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com The Ivy, Oct. 14, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Noah Gundersen, Oct. 15, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Samia, Oct. 16, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall. com Jawny, Oct. 18, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall. com Mapache, Oct. 18, Ponyboy, 423 NW 23rd, ponyboyokc.com Sleeping Jesus, Oct. 18, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead. com Johnnyswim, Oct. 19, The Jones Assembly, 901 W. Sheridan, thejonesassembly.com Cameron Sacky Band, Oct. 20, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Ricky Skaggs, Oct. 20, The Jones Assembly, 901 W. Sheridan, thejonesassembly.com Garth Brooks, A Tribute in Low Places, Oct. 20, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Amigo the Devil, Oct. 21, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Killer Muse, Oct. 21, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Bruce Hornsby, Oct. 22, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Roosevelt, Oct. 23, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com