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

The Trend

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

The Trend

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

The Trend

Bea Bourland

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer

Bea is a second-year environmental science and biology major at USAO. Hailing from Mustang, she enjoys a diverse list of things including writing, hiking, and playing games. Along with The Trend, Bea is a part of Students for a Progressive Society and the Garden Club. When not working on class work, you can catch her outside in nature somewhere or napping anywhere she can.

 

Experience with The Trend:

Contributing Writer: Aug. 2022 - present

All content by Bea Bourland
During Dr. Hakalas Astrophotography class last summer, a photo of the Lagoon Nebula was captured.

Hakala’s Astronomy Nights Light Up the Sky

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
October 10, 2023
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

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
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

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
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

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
September 26, 2023
Skyler Sturgis-Garneau, a housing coordinator, speaks with Harry Cracknell, a resident assistant, outside of the Lawson Clubhouse.

Housing Adds Three New Coordinators

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
September 25, 2023
At an Insect Walk last October, a species of Tiger Month was trapped and shown to participants.

JMOERC Offers Free Workshop for Students

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
September 24, 2023
In an earlier parade this month, a banner hung to show its support of the LGBTQ+ community.

The History of Pride Month

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
June 25, 2023
While over Zoom, Dr. Hwang taught many aspects of Korean culture, including food, language, and entertainment.

Exploring Korean Culture from the Couch

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
June 15, 2023
While taking a break from their daily canoeing, part of the 11-person crew smiles for the camera, including (from left) Hayley Forsblom, Cierra Shelton, Katelyn Hicks, Bea Bourland, Kristopher Rogers, Abigail McNabb, and Patrick Zinn.

The Mountain Man Experience

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
June 6, 2023
Four members of the SGA ballot for the 2023-2024 school year gather, including Ashlin Tryczak, Ryan Moses, Savannah Alldredge, and Halli Humphrey.

Breakdown SGA’s Ballot Before Voting

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
April 4, 2023
USAO hosted the Fall 2022 Congress for the Oklahoma Student Government Association (OSGA) earlier this month.

OSGA Passed 27 Pieces of Legislation

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
November 30, 2022
Friends Paul Tointigh and Emily Loughridge take a break from their hectic schedules to spend time outside chatting.

Prioritize Your Mental Health!

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
November 22, 2022
Dr. Dany Doughan has begun the process of building a super computer on USAOs campus.

Supercomputer is coming to USAO!

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
October 21, 2022
Former USAO students have made the trek to Wales before and the opportunity is back! How can you study abroad in Wales?

Study Abroad – In Wales!

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
October 3, 2022
A close shot of the tabled riffle shuffle, a standard for casinos as it blocks players and dealers from cheating.

DWPAS Kicks-Off with Casino Night

Bea Bourland, Contributing Writer
September 14, 2022
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