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The Trend

The Student News Site of University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma

The Trend

Hayla Wilson holds up the book "The Revolt of the Masses" by Jorge Ortega Y Gaset. Her independent study explored the book and it's views on mass culture influencing civilizations.
No Class, No Problem: Why You Should Consider Independent Study
Cassie Srock , News Editor • June 11, 2025

Summer is in full swing for University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma students. Summertime is filled with lake days, vacation trips, seasonal...

Oklahoma Roofing made repairs in mid-May to Shackleford, Schaffer, and Lewis. Prior to fixing those roofs, they also made minor repairs to Robertson Hall and Lawson Clubhouse.
Raise the Roof: USAO Makes Repairs to Apartment Roofs
Cassie Srock , News Editor • May 30, 2025

There has been a lot of noise on the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma’s campus recently. The source of that noise is Lawson Court...

Seven representatives from The Trend were able to attend this year's OCMA conference at Oklahoma State University. 

Pictured from front: Gary Jackson, Cassie Srock, Malik Roberts, Thomas Buchanan, Jordan Prewitt, Matthew Yokum, Chayce Leshawn Papp
The Trend Brings Back Six Awards from the 2025 OCMA Conference
Cassie Srock , News Editor • April 10, 2025

The Trend attended the 2025 Oklahoma Collegiate Media Association (OCMA) Conference Wednesday, April 9 which was held at Oklahoma State University...

Guests listen as a student presents their board during the 2024 Student Showcase in the USAO Ballroom.
Join in Recognizing Fellow Drovers During the 2025 Student Showcase
Chayce "LeShawn" Papp, Contributing Writer • April 9, 2025

This Thursday, April 10, USAO will be hosting the annual Student Showcase in the ballroom from 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. Every April, the Student Showcase...

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...

Dr. Delton Gordon USAO's new Housing Operations Director.
Transforming Campus Life
Whitley Brown, Feature Editor • April 2, 2025

USAO welcomed a new Housing Operations Director, Dr. Delton Gordon, in October 2024. Gordon has extensive knowledge and passion for what he does...

Oklahoma City's Jalen Williams scored an explosive 40 point win against the Indiana Pacers on Monday. Can the Thunder go on to win game six?
One Win Away – Can OKC Close Out Game Six?
Matthew Yokum, Editor-in-Chief • June 19, 2025

In basketball, there is nothing that validates your place in history like winning an NBA championship. As a fan of the Oklahoma City Thunder,...

Sierra Selfridge rounds the bases after hitting a home run against Our Lady of the Lake University on Feb. 24, 2025.
Softball End Series Sweep Against LU with Two Mercy Rule Wins on Senior Day
Jordan Prewitt, Contributing Writer • April 20, 2025

On Friday, April 18, the number three ranked USAO softball team (39-7, 29-3 SAC) defeated Langston University (LU) (5-33, 4-26 SAC) in both...

Senior Malea McMurtrey celebrates after sliding into third base in a game against Northwestern College from Feb. 24, 2025.
Softball Ends Series Against TWU with Mercy Rule and Extra Inning Wins on Saturday
Jordan Prewitt, Contributing Writer • April 14, 2025

On Saturday, April 12, the number three ranked USAO softball team (33-7, 23-3 SAC) defeated the Texas Wesleyan University (TWU) Rams (18-14,...

USAO's Shaylann Grace follows through her swing during a game vs Our Lady of the Lake University on March 18, 2025.
Softball Opens Home Series Against SCU with Two Wins on Thursday
Jordan Prewitt, Contributing Writer • April 6, 2025

On Thursday, April 3, the number three ranked USAO softball team (28-6, 18-2 SAC) defeated the Southwestern Christian University (SCU) Eagles...

Representatives of The Trend pose with the awards won at the 2025 OPA Better Newspaper Contest.

From Left: Thomas Buchanan, Laura Barrios Bardi, Matthew Yokum, Gary Jackson, Dr. J.C. Casey, Cassie Srock, and Emily Loughridge.
Editor’s Note – June 10, 2025
Matthew Yokum, Editor-in-Chief • June 10, 2025

On Saturday, June 7, The Trend traveled to Shawnee to compete in the Oklahoma Press Association (OPA) annual Better Newspaper Contest. The contest...

Oklahoma City's Jalen Williams scored an explosive 40 point win against the Indiana Pacers on Monday. Can the Thunder go on to win game six?
One Win Away – Can OKC Close Out Game Six?
Matthew Yokum, Editor-in-Chief • June 19, 2025

In basketball, there is nothing that validates your place in history like winning an NBA championship. As a fan of the Oklahoma City Thunder,...

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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...