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For those itching to be outdoors, the upcoming OAS field meeting is the perfect opportunity to explore outside and new topics of interest.
OAS Invites Students Outside to Learn
September 28, 2023
Gary Jackson, the Ultimate Frisbee Clubs vice president, looks to make a throw down field to score.
Ultimate!
September 28, 2023
Dr. Zack Sanders, assistant environmental science professor, searches for plant specimens to press alongside Kris Rogers, sophomore environmental science major, in the Plant and Fungal Lab.
School of Science Hires Sanders and Cretacci
September 27, 2023
Ronnee Buyuks and Brooklin Mathers walk downtown and chat about which food trucks theyre going to try first Saturday.
Rock Island Weekend Takes Over Downtown
September 27, 2023
Ashlin Tryczak, SGAs treasurer, welcomed guests to SGAs Election Night in the ballroom, where Chicken Express was served, games were played, and votes were cast.
SGA Announces Election Night Results
September 26, 2023
Joseph Quickle, the new BCM director, takes a minute to sit down with Paul Tointigh and Noah Holden, two members of the BCMs leadership team.
Quickle Continues Tradition of Community at BCM
August 7, 2023
Freddy Baeza works in USAOs Art Annex on a ceramic bowl. After molding the clay into the desired shape, Baeza used a unqiue technique to make the bowl a one-of-a-kind item.
Baeza’s Experiences Mold Art Program
July 10, 2023
Chelsea Fuston and her friends enjoyed Swansea Beach in early May during a going away party and bonfire.
Six Months and 13 Countries Later, Fuston Returns
July 3, 2023
Delaney Medcalf practices using a pipette in a lab on the third floor of Austin Hall.
Medcalf Accepts Offer from Johns Hopkins
April 27, 2023
In the midst of a hug, Diane Carroll is surrounded by her friends, Donna Miles, Karen Holcomb, Layne Thrift, Dr. J.C. Casey. Dr. Rachel Jones, and Jordan Vinyard who attended the 2023 Spring DaVinci Awards Celebration. The ceremony honored Carroll and President Feaver for their contributions to higher education.
Diane Carroll: the Heart of the University
April 20, 2023
Gabrielle Gunnoe spins to her teammates to celebrate scoring a crucial point earlier in the season.
Drovers Record Historic Program Win over OPSU
September 24, 2023
USAOs womens team is all smiles after their 5K event in Kansas, including (from left) Chelsea Fuston, Laura Barrios Bardi, Trinity Albao-Cozad, and Savannah Creech.
USAO’s XC Team Posts Improved Times in Kansas
September 24, 2023
Addysyn Asmus takes a moment after her shot to watch where her ball lands on the green.
Asmus Finishes in the Top 10 at Crestview Invitational
September 19, 2023
After three rounds of play in Kansas, Jax Brewer was named the Crestview Invitational winner, which is the first collegiate win for Brewer.
Brewer Brings Home His First Tournament Win
September 19, 2023
Laynie Sapp, returning Drover Dancer, strikes a pose during the teams routine at the 2022 Drover Madness.
Drover Dancers Select Team for Season
September 19, 2023
Matija Malenovic looks to take the ball off the Ottawa players foot during a game in the first weekend of September.
Drovers Celebrate Win on Labor Day
September 5, 2023
Angel Diaz jumps higher than the Ottawa player to catch the ball before it can reach USAOs goal.
Last Minute Goal Forces Tie at McLaughlin Field
September 3, 2023
Ali Rey races her Ottawa opponent to the ball while she tries to score one of her five goals in the game.
Rey Scores Hat Trick Plus Some Against the Braves
September 3, 2023
Jimmy Hampton, USAOs head mens soccer coach, directs his players from the sidelines during an intense match.
Generals Claim Victory in USAO’s Season Opener
August 19, 2023
Avery Walker, a sophomore midfielder, keeps her eyes ahead on the goal, as she maneuvers the ball through her opponents.
Drovers Defeat Generals in First Battle of the Season
August 19, 2023
Addysyn Asmus takes a moment after her shot to watch where her ball lands on the green.
Asmus Finishes in the Top 10 at Crestview Invitational
September 19, 2023
After three rounds of play in Kansas, Jax Brewer was named the Crestview Invitational winner, which is the first collegiate win for Brewer.
Brewer Brings Home His First Tournament Win
September 19, 2023
Coach Steve Holden gives Hudson Woloss advice before she steps up to take her next shot.
Holden Makes Positve Impact Before First Tournament
September 13, 2023
Caleb Smith tees off on the first hole at Winter Creek Golf & Country Club during a qualifying round in late August.
Hawks Creek Deals Drovers 6th Place Finish
September 13, 2023
After winning his first two rounds in day one of the Oklahoma State Amateur tournament at Southern Hills Country Club, Caleb Smith takes a moment to enjoy his accomplishment.
Southern Hills Hosts 111th Annual Oklahoma State Amateur
July 11, 2023
Darrick Matthews uses one of his limited timeouts to bring his team together during the NCAA academy.
Matthews Coaches Top Talent at NCAA Academy
August 18, 2023
Senior guard, Langston Gaither shoots over his defender in a game earlier this season.
Francis’ Eighth Season Concludes in SAC Quarterfinals
March 13, 2023
Jessica Palmer, one of USAOs senior players, puts up a free throw in a game earlier in the season.
Comets Shoot Past Drovers in First Round
March 8, 2023
In the first half against SAGU, Cejay Mann drives to the basket looking to score.
A Battle from Behind the Arc
February 24, 2023
Diaka Berete shoots over her SCU defender, while her teammate, Lainey Morrow, posts up against her defender.
Eagles Fly Away with First Round Victory
February 24, 2023
Christopher Martinez, USAOs third baseman, reaches out to tag a WBU runner before he reaches third base.
Series Sweep Leads to Successful Senior Day
April 18, 2023
Ben Lawson rounds the bases and points back at his dugout after a homerun against Bacone College.
Two-Game Series Ends with 58 Runs and 11 Homeruns
April 5, 2023
Reed Butz, USAOs pitcher, rockets a ball towards home plate while Peyton McDowall anticipates the next play.
USAO’s Pitchers Strikeout 30+ Batters
April 3, 2023
Ryan Duncan, USAOs center fielder, makes a diving catch and manages to keep the ball in his glove while teammate, Nick Fleckenstein watches.
Bulldogs Breakaway at Bill Smith Ballpark
March 29, 2023
Pitcher, Boone Lasater attempts to pick-off the Bulldog on first base with a throw to Peyton McDowall.
Drovers Send Bulldogs to the Doghouse (Photo Essay)
February 27, 2023
Emily Cerny, in her last season as a Drover, starts a chant with her teammates in the dugout to get the energy levels up.
Cerny: First NAIA Softball Player to Sign WPF Contract
August 8, 2023
Tyler Trott almost has the ball in her glove so she can lay down the tag on an opposing baserunner at home.
Consistent Innings Lead to Drover Dub
April 28, 2023
Jaylee Willis, USAOs centerfielder, sticks her bat out for a bunt while OPSUs third basemen prepares to make the play.
Drovers Cruise Past Aggies in Four-Game Series
April 24, 2023
Jac Gray makes her way to third after sending a ball over the wall. Gray shouts towards home as her team gathers to greet her.
Powerful Hitters Keep MACU Within Reach
April 19, 2023
The Drovers emptied their dugout to celebrate with Sierra Selfridge after her game-winning at bat against OCU.
Selfridge Ends Extras with a Walk-Off
March 22, 2023
USAOs womens team is all smiles after their 5K event in Kansas, including (from left) Chelsea Fuston, Laura Barrios Bardi, Trinity Albao-Cozad, and Savannah Creech.
USAO’s XC Team Posts Improved Times in Kansas
September 24, 2023
USAOs ten-person crew groups together after the Aggie Duels wrapped up in Lawton.
Ten Drovers Compete in Aggie Duels
September 8, 2023
USAOs 4 by 400 team, including Quintin Pennells, Kalique St. Jean, Kemoy Willis, and Aarin Simon, prepare for their event.
Shocker Open Showcases USAO’s Speed
May 12, 2023
Kemoy Willis clutches the baton in his right hand during the mens 4 by 400 relay over the weekend at OU.
Willis Breaks School Record at OU
April 26, 2023
Quintin Pennells and Kemoy Willis discuss their event at an outdoor track and field meet.
Wind Adds Extra Obstacle at Sooner Invite
April 21, 2023
Gabrielle Gunnoe spins to her teammates to celebrate scoring a crucial point earlier in the season.
Drovers Record Historic Program Win over OPSU
September 24, 2023
Victoria Southerland goes up for a kill, while her teammates Madison Garcia, Andrea Maldonado, Soleil Trejo, and Samantha Perez prepare for their opponents defense.
Southerland Recorded Ten Kills Against ECU
September 16, 2023
Wesley Yanish led the student section, which supported the Drovers in a number of ways, including a dance battle, cheering, dancing, and the wave.
Conference Foe Falls in Drover Fieldhouse
September 13, 2023
Isaline Jacqucemyn swings her arm back to deliver a kill against a SCU earlier in the season.
USAO Plays Third Conference Game Against TWU
September 8, 2023
Soleil Trejo throws her arms up to celebrate as USAO scores another point against SCU.
Drovers Tackle SCU for First Conference Win
September 3, 2023
Paul Tointigh, senior communication major, leans over Gary Jacksons, junior communication major, back in order to cheat off his paper. (Disclaimer: this photo was staged for the purpose of the article and does not condone cheating.)
Stay Honest in Your Academics!
September 26, 2023
A large screen captures Tobias Forge in his vestments and mitre cap during Ghosts performance of Year Zero.
Ghosts’ “Re-Imperatour” (Concert Review)
September 16, 2023
After exhausting himself with various responsibilities, Paul Tointigh crashes on his living floor, surrounded by a mess of homework, papers, books, and a planner.
Already Burned Out?
September 13, 2023
Meg 2: The Trench was released Aug. 4 to theaters. Gabi Merchen went to great depths to review the film and its cast.
“Meg 2: the Trench” (Movie Review)
August 30, 2023
A large screen illuminates the stadium and showcases all of Taylor Swifts album covers for her Eras Tour.
Taylor Swift’s “Eras” (Tour Review)
August 23, 2023
After exhausting himself with various responsibilities, Paul Tointigh crashes on his living floor, surrounded by a mess of homework, papers, books, and a planner.
Already Burned Out?
September 13, 2023
Paul Tointigh overcame his fear of swimming, and now cooly floats in the Lawson Clubhouse pool in early August.
From Novice to Michael Phelps in Three Months
August 14, 2023
George Plummer, the “Voice of Grady County” and Paul Tointigh, Plummer’s summer intern, say goodbye on Tointigh’s last day on the job.
George & Me
August 11, 2023
Moving to college your freshman year is scary, which is why three of The Trends writers complied their tips to make your first year a breeze!
15 Tips for First-Time Freshmen
July 28, 2023
A buzz was in the air as the Tower Theaters crowd waiting for Treaty Oak Revival to take the stage over the weekend.
Treaty Oak Revival Energized its OKC Crowd
July 25, 2023
A large screen captures Tobias Forge in his vestments and mitre cap during Ghosts performance of Year Zero.
Ghosts’ “Re-Imperatour” (Concert Review)
September 16, 2023
Meg 2: The Trench was released Aug. 4 to theaters. Gabi Merchen went to great depths to review the film and its cast.
“Meg 2: the Trench” (Movie Review)
August 30, 2023
A large screen illuminates the stadium and showcases all of Taylor Swifts album covers for her Eras Tour.
Taylor Swift’s “Eras” (Tour Review)
August 23, 2023
Barbie, played by Margo Robbie, showcases one of her many pink outfits in this scene in the 2023 Barbie movie.
“Barbie” (Movie Review)
July 26, 2023
Physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer, played by Cillian Murphy, and his team spent years developing and testing the atomic bomb. What happens when they finally succeed?
“Oppenheimer” (Movie Review)
July 24, 2023
Paul Tointigh, senior communication major, leans over Gary Jacksons, junior communication major, back in order to cheat off his paper. (Disclaimer: this photo was staged for the purpose of the article and does not condone cheating.)
Stay Honest in Your Academics!
September 26, 2023
The flowers blooming across campus signal that Spring break is here, and with it a campus of students ready for the break. Gabi Merchen gives a few pieces of advice to USAOs students as they head into this break.
Cheers to a Safe, Responsible Spring Break!
March 14, 2023
The flowers around campus are in full bloom around campus.
The Final Lap
April 8, 2022
We hope that however you celebrate, you have a happy Valentines Day!
A Very Drover Valentine’s
February 14, 2022
Sophomore Kylie Milanic is utilizing Nash Library resources as she logs in her mandatory study hall hours for the week.
Student Stress Levels
November 1, 2021
The three panel comic, designed by Destin Travis, uses a clever fly pun.
“Fly Soup” (Comic Strip)
September 22, 2023
Some students start feeling the pressure of a new trimester in the second week of classes, especially those who took summer classes.
“Returning Students After Week Two” (Comic Strip)
September 12, 2023
Destin Travis contemplates stereotypes in his four-panel comic about a snake without a lisp.
Ssssterotypes (Comic Strip)
September 8, 2023
The two panel comic illustrates the various emotions students feel as they sit in class once again this fall.
“The Return From Summer Break” (Comic Strip)
September 1, 2023
Annie Roberts leads the freshmen class in singing the Alma Mater on the steps of Troutt Hall on the last day of SAWW.
“Hale Yeah” Shouts Freshmen Orientation (Photo Essay)
August 28, 2023
Annie Roberts leads the freshmen class in singing the Alma Mater on the steps of Troutt Hall on the last day of SAWW.
“Hale Yeah” Shouts Freshmen Orientation (Photo Essay)
August 28, 2023
Shanna Couch (left) and Cody Couch (right) admire a work of art by late artist Leonard Good. The two also provided live music inside of the First National Bank during the art walk.
Walking Down the Art Walk (Photo Essay)
July 17, 2023
A curious Spider Monkey hangs from a tree limb, hoping to see what caught its attention.
Coasta Rican Wildlife Tour (Photo Essay)
July 12, 2023
A man fires at the first balloon while mounted upon his horse at the Chickasha Rodeo.
Is This Your First Rodeo? (Photo Essay)
June 28, 2023
The crime scene where the body of Kenneth Newman (Rilley Merrill) lies is filmed to the west of Sparks Hall on USAO’s campus.
Becoming a Continuity Director (Photo Essay)
June 20, 2023
The three panel comic, designed by Destin Travis, uses a clever fly pun.
“Fly Soup” (Comic Strip)
September 22, 2023
Some students start feeling the pressure of a new trimester in the second week of classes, especially those who took summer classes.
“Returning Students After Week Two” (Comic Strip)
September 12, 2023
Destin Travis contemplates stereotypes in his four-panel comic about a snake without a lisp.
Ssssterotypes (Comic Strip)
September 8, 2023
The two panel comic illustrates the various emotions students feel as they sit in class once again this fall.
“The Return From Summer Break” (Comic Strip)
September 1, 2023
Seeing a dog on campus provides a sense of joy for many students, which Thomas Buchanan conveys in his comic.
“When You See a Dog on Campus…” (Comic Strip)
April 12, 2023
In front of OSUs Student Union, The Trends staff showcase their awards from this years OCMA conference.
Who is The Trend?
August 25, 2023
Episode 3 brings in Emily Loughridge and Deangello Brown to talk about their passions, time at USAO, and what their futures hold.
Drover Talk: Journalism and Weight Lifting
June 19, 2023
In episode 2, Tyler Cauley chats with Lainey Morrow about her future in a court room while Gary Jackson talks to Zak Conover about movies and the baseball field.
Drover Talk: Court Rooms and Big Screens
June 5, 2023
Drover Talk, USAOs student-produced podcast, released its first episode Thursday afternoon.
Drover Talk: Comedy and Basketball
April 27, 2023
Editor-in-Chief Emily Loughridge helped welcome the incoming freshmen during Science and Arts Welcome Week (SAWW). She continues that welcome as students begin classes today!
Editor’s Note – Aug. 28, 2023
August 28, 2023
In her final note of the trimester, Emily Loughridge says congrats to the graduating students and discusses the multitude of articles for the week.
Editor’s Note – April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023
Managing Editor Paul Tointigh gives a look into the final two weeks of the trimester, as well as encouragement to students as finals approach.
Editor’s Note – April 17, 2023
April 17, 2023
Editor-in-Chief Emily Loughridge urges students to enjoy their remaining three weeks on campus and previews The Trends upcoming articles.
Editor’s Note – April 10, 2023
April 10, 2023
With a busy week in store, Managing Editor Paul Tointigh provides a look at what The Trend will cover as the trimester continues to wind down.
Editor’s Note – April 3, 2023
April 3, 2023
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Hunter Dewall, Contributing Writer

Hunter is a second-year physcial education major from Alaska. He is a member of USAO's track and field team.

 

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USAOs 4 by 400 team, including Quintin Pennells, Kalique St. Jean, Kemoy Willis, and Aarin Simon, prepare for their event.

Shocker Open Showcases USAO’s Speed

Hunter Dewall, Contributing Writer
May 12, 2023
Kemoy Willis clutches the baton in his right hand during the mens 4 by 400 relay over the weekend at OU.

Willis Breaks School Record at OU

Hunter Dewall, Contributing Writer
April 26, 2023
Quintin Pennells and Kemoy Willis discuss their event at an outdoor track and field meet.

Wind Adds Extra Obstacle at Sooner Invite

Hunter Dewall, Contributing Writer
April 21, 2023
Kalique St. Jean gets a jump off the start line in an attempt to get ahead of his competition.

St. Jean Speeds Past Steeple Chase Competitors

Hunter Dewall, Contributing Writer
April 5, 2023
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