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Dr. Zach Simpson attended the American Academy of Religion Annual Meeting, which took place Nov. 23-26.
Dr. Simpson Attends World’s Largest Religious Studies Conference
Gary Jackson, Editor-in-Chief • December 9, 2024

Dr. Zach Simpson, professor of philosophy and religious studies at USAO recently attended the American Academy of Religion Annual Meeting. This...

Students in World Thought II spend their final class session to prepare for finals week.
How Does USAO’s Student Body Feel About Finals Week?
Cassie Srock , News Editor • December 2, 2024

It’s the time of the year when college students begin cramming for final exams and preparing to return home for the holidays. For USAO,...

The Student Activities Board (SAB) listens to Maddyson McMorris during their planning process for the final's week events.
SAB Hosts Events to Ease Finals Week Stress for Students
Thomas Buchanan, Entertainment Editor • December 1, 2024

The 2024 fall trimester is swiftly coming to an end, with winter break right around the corner. Finals week is all that stands between students...

Multiple students with President Hale enjoying their meal during last year's Friendsgiving event.
Friendsgiving: Connecting President Hale to Students
Aryanna Gassoway, Contributing Writer • November 25, 2024

USAO has announced they are hosting Friendsgiving, an event for students who are looking for a Thanksgiving meal in the comfort of campus. President...

Athletic Director Mike Ross high fives the young girl who won musical chairs.
Drover Madness 2024 (Photo Essay)
Emily Loughridge, Editor-in-Chief • October 28, 2024

USAO’s women’s and men’s basketball teams welcomed professors, faculty, students, friends, families, and the Chickasha community to Drover...

Ilse De Jong maneuvers the ball past a MACU defender during a matchup earlier this season.
De Jong Shines Bright in Sophomore Season
Whitley Brown, Feature Editor • December 4, 2024

Sophomore Ilse De Jong exceeded expectations in her second season of soccer at USAO by winning the 2024-2025 Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC)...

Ilse De Jong maneuvers the ball past a MACU defender during a matchup earlier this season.
De Jong Shines Bright in Sophomore Season
Whitley Brown, Feature Editor • December 4, 2024

Sophomore Ilse De Jong exceeded expectations in her second season of soccer at USAO by winning the 2024-2025 Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC)...

Sophomore forward Paula Casajus and Sophomore forward Daniela Salinas celebrate after scoring against SCU.
Women’s Soccer Advances to Semi-Finals of SAC Tournament
Matthew Yokum, Sports Editor • November 7, 2024

On Tuesday, Nov. 6, USAO women’s soccer (16-1-1, 8-1 SAC) secured a win in the opening round of the SAC tournament with a 3-1 victory over...

Athletic Director Mike Ross high fives the young girl who won musical chairs.
Drover Madness 2024 (Photo Essay)
Emily Loughridge, Editor-in-Chief • October 28, 2024

USAO’s women’s and men’s basketball teams welcomed professors, faculty, students, friends, families, and the Chickasha community to Drover...

During a practice round at Winter Creek Golf and Country Club, Conner Cryer putts towards the hole.
USAO Men’s Golf Conclude Season with Top 25 NAIA Ranking
Emily Loughridge, Editor-in-Chief • October 25, 2024

USAO’s men’s golf team competed in six tournaments for their fall season which saw a trip to Iowa and their classic Battle at Winter Creek. The...

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...

"The Party Never Ends" is Juice WRLD's first album since "Fighting Demons", which was released in 2021
Juice WRLD’s “The Party Never Ends” (Album Review)
Gary Jackson, Editor-in-Chief • December 3, 2024

Juice WRLD is back into today’s music scene with the release of “The Party Never Ends” which occurred Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. This marks...

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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...