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Various artwork that will be featured in the Holiday Art Show's opening night.
The Holiday Art Show Opens Nov. 21
November 21, 2024
Kuniko Yamamoto performs at Quad City Arts in Rock Island, IL.
“Magic, Mime, and Music of Japan” The Story of Yamamoto
November 19, 2024
Senior Rylee Trent leads the scene while practicing for the play "Lear".
Theatre Arts Program Presents “Lear”
November 14, 2024
Senior communication major Addysyn Asmus looks forward to hosting her pickleball tournament for all of USAO's community.
Asmus Hosts Pickleball Tournament for Senior Project
November 13, 2024
Senior communication major Emily Loughridge presenting flyers for One Step. Together.
One Step. Together. Furthering Women’s Career Opportunities
November 11, 2024
Stefan Savkovic fights against a Bethel competitor for the ball during a home game.
Savkovic Reflects on Drover Career Before MACU Game
September 27, 2024
Senior Paul Tointigh sits on an OCW bench from 1924 and excitedly awaits for his 2024 bench to be placed nearby.
Tointigh Places Bench for Class of 2024
April 19, 2024
As their trimester of student teaching came to a close 13 students attended a reception in Gary Hall, including (front row, left to right) Nicole Bullington, Payton Jones, Carlen Figueroa, Mike Hixson, (back row, left to right) Hannah Gentry, Morgan Mulach, Morgen Hollingshed, Ladonna Phariss, Alexica Jay, Colton Pennel, Hope Link, Elizabeth Walters, Montanna Patzack. Not pictured: Aubrey Thomas
The Journey of an Educator
December 18, 2023
Trinity Albao-Cozad nears the finish line during a cross-country meet in her first fall season.
Albao-Cozad Makes Walking a Lifestyle
November 21, 2023
Annie Roberts gives a thumbs up after annoucing the 2023 winner of the Battle of the Boats during the final day of SAWW.
Annie Roberts: Mastermind of USAO’s Student Life
October 24, 2023
Sophomore forward Paula Casajus and Sophomore forward Daniela Salinas celebrate after scoring against SCU.
Women’s Soccer Advances to Semi-Finals of SAC Tournament
November 7, 2024
Athletic Director Mike Ross high fives the young girl who won musical chairs.
Drover Madness 2024 (Photo Essay)
October 28, 2024
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
October 25, 2024
Senior Yaiza Larrauri celebrates after a play against Oklahoma City University in 2023.
USAO Wins Close Battle Against Langston University
October 23, 2024
Hudson Woloss lines up a putt at Winter Creek Golf and Country Club.
Woloss Leads the Way for Women’s Golf
October 18, 2024
Sophomore forward Paula Casajus and Sophomore forward Daniela Salinas celebrate after scoring against SCU.
Women’s Soccer Advances to Semi-Finals of SAC Tournament
November 7, 2024
Stefan Savkovic fights against a Bethel competitor for the ball during a home game.
Savkovic Reflects on Drover Career Before MACU Game
September 27, 2024
Coach Hampton hugs his loved ones and celebrates with his team after winning the SAC Semifinals against OCU.
Drover Motto Pushes Team Throughout Season
December 27, 2023
Xavier Yousey gets high fives from Quentin Mantooth and Ifeanyi Godwin.
USAO’s Reserve Team Ended With First Championship
December 19, 2023
After an intense win in the SAC Tournament Semifinals, Niall Crick hugs his wife and kids.
Crick’s First Season Goes Deep into SAC Tournament
December 12, 2023
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
October 25, 2024
Hudson Woloss lines up a putt at Winter Creek Golf and Country Club.
Woloss Leads the Way for Women’s Golf
October 18, 2024
Hudson Woloss looks to hit her ball out of a bunker at Winter Creek Golf Course during a practice round.
Woloss Finished in Top 10 at SAC Championship
May 1, 2024
A large gallery of people watch as Caleb Smith and Chayan Duha play hole 10 for the title of individual champion.
Smith Battled in Playoff Situation at SAC Championship
May 1, 2024
Senior Caleb Smith lined up a putt in a practice round at Winter Creek, USAO's home course.
Drovers Place Third in Final Tournament
April 16, 2024
Athletic Director Mike Ross high fives the young girl who won musical chairs.
Drover Madness 2024 (Photo Essay)
October 28, 2024
In one of the last home games of the season, Trinitee Alexander throws her arms up on defense.
Post-Season Run Hits Abrupt End in South Dakota
March 17, 2024
Reggie Quezada pushes his CCC defender back while driving to the basket.
Quezada Pushes Team to Overtime; Game Ends in Defeat
March 1, 2024
BB Polk picks up her dribble to make a pass to Diaka Berete in the SAC Tournament against MACU.
Final Minutes of Play Favor MACU in SAC Tournament
March 1, 2024
Cejay Mann snatches the ball from CCC and looks to make a fast break play with his team.
Efficiency was Key in Close Game Against CCC
February 23, 2024
Towards the middle of the game, the little league players gathered by the USAO dugout for a photo.
Bill Smith Hosted Little League Night
April 12, 2024
Junior pitcher Rob Schmidt closed out both games against SCU over the weekend.
Drovers Return Home and Make a Statement
April 1, 2024
Gunnar Hansen, USAO's starting pitcher, is ready to catch the ball as a MACU player swings and misses in late February.
Eagles Fall in Drover Territory
March 30, 2024
Sam Replogle winds up for a pitch against MACU over the weekend.
MACU Steals First Conference Series Win
March 5, 2024
Junior Ben Bach dives into third base during a home series against McPherson earlier this season.
Drovers Triumph Over #7 Bellevue with Series Win
February 19, 2024
Jadyn Goucher lets her emotion show in a cloud of dirt after diving home and beating out the throw.
Why Not Us?
May 31, 2024
The Drovers celebrate in a cloud of green smoke and confetti after winning the opening round and punching their ticket to Georgia.
Just Peachy!
May 22, 2024
Sophie Williams was recently crowned SAC Pitcher of the Year for the second year in a row after her incredible season.
Four-Time SAC Champions!
May 6, 2024
Leighanne Eaton celebrated with her teammates in the dugout after picking up a double earlier in the season.
Drovers Score 50 Runs in LU Series
April 15, 2024
Shortstop Malea McMurtrey makes a throw across the infield to get a runner out at first.
Drovers Demolish TWU in Series Sweep
April 8, 2024
Aarin Simon set his sights on the finish line at the Harding Last Chance Invitational, where he took home a bronze medal in his event.
Drovers Bring Four Medals Home After Last Meet
May 12, 2024
Sophomore Daylen Huff crosses the finish line at the University of Oklahoma early this season.
USAO Strived for Success at Ford Mastin Twilight
April 19, 2024
Junior Aarin Simon sprints to the finish line in an earlier meet this spring.
Simon Claims Gold at OBU
March 31, 2024
Freshman Alayna Nichols prepares to make her mark in her first outdoor match of the season in Arkansas.
Masked Rider Open Proves Successful for Drovers
March 24, 2024
Aarin Simon (left) and Tyrike Cunningham compete in the relay portion of the meet in Arkansas.
Four Broken Records and One National Qualifier
March 18, 2024
Senior Yaiza Larrauri celebrates after a play against Oklahoma City University in 2023.
USAO Wins Close Battle Against Langston University
October 23, 2024
Junior outside hitter Laura Barrios Bardi prepares for a big hit against ECU.
Birney Digs Deep With 19 digs Against ECU
September 12, 2024
Coach Robert Blakely will begin his first season as head coach for USAO's volleyball team in mid-August.
Blakley Brings New Dynamic to Volleyball Program
July 24, 2024
Yaiza Larrauri throws up her hand in celebration during an away game this season.
Larrauri and Garcia Make Program History in 8th Season
December 6, 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
Cherly Bradshaw, played by Anna Kendrick, asks quick-witted questions on a dating game show before picking a killer match.
“Woman of the Hour” (Movie Review)
October 30, 2024
Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton) does his signature pose with his sinister look.
“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” (Movie Review)
October 30, 2024
Roz "robot" enjoys nature by sitting next to a tree with Fink "fox" and Brightbill "duck".
“The Wild Robot” (Movie Review)
October 16, 2024
Jerrod shows his family around campus on sunny afternoon.
Jerrod Gray: Dad on Campus!
September 30, 2024
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively star in their recent release "It Ends With Us."
“It Ends With Us” (Movie Review)
September 4, 2024
Jerrod shows his family around campus on sunny afternoon.
Jerrod Gray: Dad on Campus!
September 30, 2024
Matthew Yokum, a junior communication major, spent his summer interning for a local newspaper.
Lawton Constitution Leaves Lasting Mark on Yokum
August 29, 2024
Drew McIntyre presented his briefcase to the crowd after winning the Men's Money in the Bank ladder match.
WWE Presents Mr. & Mrs. Money in the Bank
July 10, 2024
Eminem's new music is tempting cancel culture, and Matthew taps into the cultural divide.
Millennials Make Listening to Eminem Feel Cringe.
June 20, 2024
As UFC 298 plays in the Lawson Clubhouse (from left) Gary Jackson, Riley O'Dell, Dae Huff, and Ryan Joseph cheer on their favored fighters.
Topuria Earned a KO in UFC 298
February 22, 2024
Cherly Bradshaw, played by Anna Kendrick, asks quick-witted questions on a dating game show before picking a killer match.
“Woman of the Hour” (Movie Review)
October 30, 2024
Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton) does his signature pose with his sinister look.
“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” (Movie Review)
October 30, 2024
Roz "robot" enjoys nature by sitting next to a tree with Fink "fox" and Brightbill "duck".
“The Wild Robot” (Movie Review)
October 16, 2024
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively star in their recent release "It Ends With Us."
“It Ends With Us” (Movie Review)
September 4, 2024
Childish Gambino kicked off his "The New World 2024 Tour" in OKC over the weekend.
“The New World 2024 Tour” (Concert Review)
August 14, 2024
Rachel Drechsler holds a poster with details about the 988 hotline, which is a lifeline that students can call or text anytime of the day.
Hey, Are You Feeling Okay?
November 29, 2023
Zachary Robinson (left) and Zakery Conover go over material together for their upcoming midterms in Nash Library.
Time to Buckle Down and Study for Midterms!
October 6, 2023
Paul Tointigh, senior communication major, leans over Gary Jackson's, 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 USAO's 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
Athletic Director Mike Ross high fives the young girl who won musical chairs.
Drover Madness 2024 (Photo Essay)
October 28, 2024
Thomas and his friends imagine what the Red Rock Mental Health Fall Festival might look like.
“Red Rock Mental Health Fall Festival” (Comic Strip)
September 19, 2024
This was my impeccable view of the beach during a two mile stroll I took part in.
Dominican Republic: Culture, Food, and Experiences (Photo Essay)
June 19, 2024
Be cautious at crosswalks!
“Crosswalk” (Comic Strip)
May 20, 2024
Charles walks in to see a psychic and was surprised by what she said.
“The Psychic” (Comic Strip)
April 17, 2024
Athletic Director Mike Ross high fives the young girl who won musical chairs.
Drover Madness 2024 (Photo Essay)
October 28, 2024
This was my impeccable view of the beach during a two mile stroll I took part in.
Dominican Republic: Culture, Food, and Experiences (Photo Essay)
June 19, 2024
Gannon Fremin & CCREV concluded the night with their hour and a half long set list.
Droverstock 2024! (Photo Essay)
April 8, 2024
Bella Wilson, Hayla Wilson, Chloey Orosco, Dr. Hale, and Luke Messick push a pie into Sheppard McConnell's face during an SAB event.
Pool, S’mores, Pie, and Donuts Make Finals Fun (Photo Essay)
December 11, 2023
After winning the 3-point contest, Logan Dolan is interviewed by his teammates at half-court to celebrate.
A Night of MADNESS! (Photo Essay)
October 27, 2023
Thomas and his friends imagine what the Red Rock Mental Health Fall Festival might look like.
“Red Rock Mental Health Fall Festival” (Comic Strip)
September 19, 2024
Be cautious at crosswalks!
“Crosswalk” (Comic Strip)
May 20, 2024
Charles walks in to see a psychic and was surprised by what she said.
“The Psychic” (Comic Strip)
April 17, 2024
In Destin's recent comic his characters discover that stairs are killer.
“Stairs” (Comic Strip)
March 1, 2024
Someone cuts in line ahead of you. What do you do? Destin explores his reaction in this four-panel comic.
“Minimal Confrontation” (Comic Strip)
February 15, 2024
Janet, Matthew, and Trinity disucss friendships on a recent episode of Drover Talk.
Drover Talk: Friendship!
September 25, 2024
Oklahoma Press Association sign
Oklahoma Press Association 2023 Awards and Convention
June 9, 2024
Students in the PR class, including (from left) Ray Thomas-Lapham, Redji Curry, and Gary Jackson discuss their event's poster and necessary edits.
Internship 101
April 9, 2024
In front of OSU's Student Union, The Trend's staff showcase their awards from this year's 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
Editor-in-Chief Gary Jackson makes his announcement to his new position in The Trend.
Editor’s Note – Nov. 4, 2024
November 4, 2024
Editor-in-Chief Emily Loughridge says farewell to The Trend.
Editor’s Note – Oct. 31, 2024
October 31, 2024
Editor-in-Chief Emily Lougrhidge pauses for a moment after cleaning out The Trend's office to reflect on all the memories shared there.
Editor’s Note – Feb. 12, 2024
February 12, 2024
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
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SPO's Wish Upon A Star Prince/Princess Pageant Is March 30

SPO’s Wish Upon A Star Prince/Princess Pageant Is March 30

Madison Beam • March 24, 2014

Sigma Psi Omega will hold its second annual Wish Upon a Star Prince/Princess Pageant Sunday, March 30, at 2 p.m. in Te Ata Auditorium. Both boys and girls ages birth through six are invited to participate....

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