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The Second City Touring Company laughing together during one of their performances.
Be Apart of the Show with Second City
Whitley Brown, Feature Editor • March 25, 2025

The Second City Touring Company (Second City) will bring its improvisational-themed show to the stage at USAO. On March 27, at 6:30 p.m., Second...

Members of the Senior Project committee for the Class of 2025. 

From Left: Kaelynn Torres, Bella Wilson, Emily Loughridge, Luke Cantrell
Not Pictured: Whitney Spitler, Harry Cracknell
Class of 2025 Senior Gift Project Makes Headway on Basketball Court Installation
Elyanne Kenney, Contributing Writer • March 21, 2025

The Class of 2025 Senior Gift Project Committee is getting closer to completing its goals, as they are laying down the foundation for the half-court...

Candidate for SGA Secretary Thomas Buchanan speaks to the audience during Monday night's Town Hall.
SGA Executive Candidates Host Town Hall Prior to Thursday’s Elections
Matthew Yokum, Sports Editor • March 12, 2025

USAO’s Student Government Association (SGA) will be holding its next election for executive positions this Thursday, March 13. Monday evening,...

DroverThon members make friendship bracelets at their weekly meeting to raise money for the Children's Health Foundation.
Dancing for a Cause at DroverThon’s Annual Event
Whitley Brown, Feature Editor • March 11, 2025

DroverThon’s annual event, the Dance Marathon, will take place in the USAO ballroom on March 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. The dance marathon...

Don't you just hate those pesky allergies?
“Love in Full Bloom” (Comic Strip)
Destin Travis, Contributing Artist • February 14, 2025

The idea for Destin's "Love in Full Bloom" came from the feeling for all people who are single on Valentine's Day.   Destin Travis...

Sophomore Ryein Kennedy walks off the court during the Drovers game against Mid-America Christian University earlier this season.
What Does Identity Mean to Kennedy?
Whitley Brown, Feature Editor • February 17, 2025

What does identity mean to you? For Ryein Kennedy, the answer is simple; to be known not only for his passion and drive in basketball but...

Boone Lasater celebrates at home plate with his teammates in Tuesday's 24-1 win over Randle University
Drovers dominate against Randle University in 24-1 win
Gary Jackson, Editor-in-Chief • March 12, 2025

The USAO baseball team (16-8, 7-2 SAC) recorded its most dominant win of the 2025 season after they beat the Randall University Saints (RU) (1-15,...

Junior Kyra Willet focuses as she prepares to compete in shotput at the Harding Invitational in Searcy, Ar.
Two Drovers set School Records in Discus Following Harding Invitational
Gary Jackson, Editor-in-Chief • March 10, 2025

USAO men’s and women’s track and field teams competed in their first outdoor meet of the season at the Harding Invitational Saturday, March...

Senior Sierra Selfridge celebrates after getting on-base during game against Northwestern College on Feb. 24.
Softball Ends Series Sweep Against WBU with two Mercy-Rule Wins
Jordan Prewitt, Contributing Writer • March 8, 2025

On Friday, March 7, the number three ranked USAO softball team (11-3, 4-0 SAC) defeated the Wayland Baptist University (WBU) Pioneers (8-12,...

Junior Malea McMurtrey prepares to take off from first base during USAO's game against Midland University in the 2024 season
Softball Splits Doubleheader Against Two Top Five NAIA Opponents
Jordan Prewitt, Contributing Writer • February 24, 2025

On Sunday, Feb. 23, the number two NAIA-ranked USAO softball team (6-2, 0-0 SAC) split a doubleheader on the road against two other top five...

Editor-in-Chief Gary Jackson makes his announcement to his new position in The Trend.
Editor’s Note – Nov. 4, 2024
Gary Jackson, Editor-in-Chief • November 4, 2024

While the feeling still hasn’t quite set in for me, I’m excited to become the new Editor-in-Chief for The Trend. I look forward to leading...

Gary Jackson passed out on a couch after partying. (Disclaimer: this photo was staged for the purpose of the article and does not condone drinking.)
A Safe and Smart Spring Break
Gary Jackson, Editor-in-Chief • March 14, 2025

With Spring Break coming up on the horizon, college students everywhere are preparing for procrastination, relaxation, and enjoyment as they...

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Merry Christmas from the USAO Communication Department
Ryein Kennedy, Contributing Writer • December 12, 2024

The USAO Communication Department showcased Christmas lights all across USAO's campus.   Producer: Ryein Kennedy

Drover Talk: Friendship!
Janet Ogungbuyi, Podcast Host • September 25, 2024

Season 2, Episode 1: Friendship! Janet Ogungbuyi chats with Matthew Yokum and Trinity Chatman about friendships. Starting at the beginning...

Oklahoma Press Association 2023 Awards and Convention
Emily Loughridge, Editor-in-Chief • June 9, 2024

The Trend entered into the Oklahoma Press Association’s (OPA) annual Better Newspaper Contest for the first time and walked away with eight...

Internship 101
Sam Little, Redji Curry, Mary-Grace McNutt, Matthew Yokum, Harry Cracknell, Gisela Alonso, and Ray Thomas-Lapham April 9, 2024

The Communication Department is hosting Internship 101, which is an hour-long informational session about internships, entry level jobs, and...