The TrendFrosh Issue

ContributorsBritton Brewer Lauren Carter Katie FikesZach Geary Jake McGuire Kayo Okot

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USAO as much as we do.

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Britton Brewer Kayo Okot

Zach Geary Jake McGuire

Katie Fikes Lauren Carter

Contentsletter from the editor

I’m rounding third base, heading towards home plate of my college career. I’ve had the best of times here; I’ve had the worst of times. As I sit here and look at myself, I think I owe it all to this little university hidden away in a town I had previously never heard of. I am indebted to this school (both metaphorically and financially) for the memo-ries I will keep in my heart for years to come. I made some life-long friendships here. So if I can give you new Drovers any special advice it would be make the most out of your college experience. With that, I don’t mean waste it. Do as many internships as you can. Take classes you never thought you’d ever like. Sit next to the kid in the cafeteria that balances books on their head, just because hey…we’re all a little weird. Don’t be too proud to ask for help. Don’t get lost in the freedom that comes with moving away from your parent’s house. Treasure the lessons you’re learning and most of all be yourself and make decisions that make you happy. This is your life kid.

letter from editor / 3

welcome week / 4-5

tips for freshman / 6-7

local theaters / 8

local delicacies / 9

fall sports / 10-11

Welcome WeekActivities

MONDAY, SEPT. 2NDWelcome Bash Carnival Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: The Oval -Come enjoy carnival games, win prizes, and witness a special hypnotist group work their magic on the USAO campus.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 3RD Res Life Event Time: TBD Location: TBD -This Res Life event hasn’t announced any specific plans but in the past the on campus organization has held Halo competitions, dances, and ‘Drover Idol.’ WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4TH Ice Cream Social & Activities Fair Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: USAO Ballroom -Enjoy FREE icecream, sprinkles and the works, while mingling with different USAO clubs and organizations.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 5THMovie on the Oval: Man of Steel Time: 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. Location: The Oval -The SAB will be showing Man of Steel on the grassy oval. Bring blankets and friends to this free event. *Will be held in the Davis Hall Amphitheater if it rains

FRIDAY, SEPT. 6TH Casino Night/Open Mic Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Station 82 -Come play casino games to win back-to-school supplies or perform on stage at the open mic night.

TEN TIPS FOR USAO FRESHMEN

1. NETWORKGet to know everyone from your classmates to your professors.

2. BE ACTIVE ON CAMPUSParticipate in class, join a new club, or attend events on campus.

3. KNOW YOUR LIMITSIt’s your first semester. Try to take a class or two that you’ll really enjoy.

4. DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELPRemember there are tutors free on campus, including the writing lab.

5. EXPLORE DIFFERENT MAJORSTake different courses to see which ones connect with you. You might be in the wrong major.

6. DON’T BREAK THE BANKEnjoy the free things on campus like the gym and the pool.

7. BE ON TIMESome professors give pop quizzes the minute class starts, don’t be late!

8. KNOW THE CAMPUSGet to know where things are located on campus so you are prepared for any issues that may arise.

9. DON’T CUT CORNERSGo to your classes and never cheat. Hard work pays off.

10. DON’T FORGET YOU’RE NOT ALONEYou may feel overwhelmed at times, but that’s normal. Try to make new friends.

TEN TIPS FOR USAO FRESHMEN

1. NETWORKGet to know everyone from your classmates to your professors.

2. BE ACTIVE ON CAMPUSParticipate in class, join a new club, or attend events on campus.

3. KNOW YOUR LIMITSIt’s your first semester. Try to take a class or two that you’ll really enjoy.

4. DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELPRemember there are tutors free on campus, including the writing lab.

5. EXPLORE DIFFERENT MAJORSTake different courses to see which ones connect with you. You might be in the wrong major.

6. DON’T BREAK THE BANKEnjoy the free things on campus like the gym and the pool.

7. BE ON TIMESome professors give pop quizzes the minute class starts, don’t be late!

8. KNOW THE CAMPUSGet to know where things are located on campus so you are prepared for any issues that may arise.

9. DON’T CUT CORNERSGo to your classes and never cheat. Hard work pays off.

10. DON’T FORGET YOU’RE NOT ALONEYou may feel overwhelmed at times, but that’s normal. Try to make new friends.

local delicacies

DID YOU KNOW?

Nash Library has a pet cat named Addison. When she’s not roaming the library in search of new friends, she is adding students on Facebook.

NOW SHOWING: Nearby Movie Theaters

Chief Drive-In (Pictured Above) Right off U.S. Highway 81, just south of Chickasha Built in 1949, this drive-in theater is open on Fridays and Saturdays all year round. With the purchase of one ticket you get to watch two shows that night.

Heritage Park 2505 Valley View Drive, Chickasha This six screen theather shows most of the big box office hits. On Thursdays they offer a USAO student discount.

Redskin Theater 221 South West Broadway Street, Anadarko Located a short drive out of Chickasha, the Redskin Theater offers an old school movie experience plus heavily discounted tickets at only $4.

Warren Theater 1000 South Telephone Road, Moore Located in Moore, the Warren offers a elegant movie experience with a balcony and lounge area and claims to have the biggest screens around.

local delicaciesA&E Grill802 W. Grand Ave

Arby’s1800 S. 4th Street

BJ’s Pizza208 Hilburn

Bistro Lorene702 W. Grand

Braum’s Ice Cream2028 S. 4th Street

Chickasha Donuts 1370 Grand Avenue

Chicken Express1700 S. 4th Street

Chinese Express623 S. 4th Street

China Moon1328 S. 4th Street

Crazy 8 Café415 W. Chickasha Ave

Dairy Queen720 W. Choctaw

Domino’s Pizza806 S. 4th Street

Eduardo’s3127 S. 4th Street

J&W Grill501 N. Choctaw Jeannie’s Place 1000 W. Choctaw Ave

Jake’s Ribs100 Ponderosa Drive

KFC1228 S. 4th Street

La Fiesta220 W. Almar Drive

Long John Silver’s1101 S. 4th Street

Mazzio’s Pizza1127 S. 4th Street

McDonald’s2027 S. 4th Street

Momma Carol’s 625 S. 4th Street

Munoz507 NE 1st Street

Napoli’s1732 S. 4th Street

Paradise Donuts601 S. 4th Street

Paw Paw’s Hamburgers1028 S. 4th Street

Pizza Hut2001 S. 4th Street

Roy’s BBQ309 W. Missouri Ave

Sonic Drive-In 428 S. 4th Street

Subway2001 S. 1st Street

Taco Bell1782 S. 4th Street

Taco Mayo410 W. Grand Ave

Temazcal117 N. 2nd Street

Vivian’s Café411 E. Highway 62

Western Sizzlin3001 S. 4th Street

Yesteryear’s 50’s Diner2600 S. 16th Street

On the Spot:

“What advice would you give to freshman?”

Sam Rimmer Vanessa Yates Liam Madden

#4 #16#4

“Enjoy yourselves and see as much of the country as possible.”

“Be yourself and be open to what the U.S. has to offer.”

“Be willing to work as hard as possible in school and in soccer.”

USAO SOCCER

AugustFriday 8/23 OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN {W-2 P.M.} {M-4 P.M.} HOME

Tuesday 8/27 MIDWESTERN STATE {W-5 P.M.} {M-7 P.M.} AWAY

Friday 8/30 OUR LADY OF THE LAKE {W-3 P.M.} {M-5 P.M.} AWAY

SeptemberSunday 9/01 HOUSTON VICTORIA {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

Thursday 9/05 UT BROWNSVILLE {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

Tuesday 9/10 FRIENDS UNIVERSITY {W-6:30 PM} {M-8:30 PM} AWAY

Saturday 9/14 MCPHERSON {W-12 PM} {M-2 P.M.} HOME

Sunday 9/15 BETHEL {W-12 P.M.} {M-2 P.M.} HOME

Friday 9/20 WILEY COLLEGE {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY

Saturday 9/21 TEXAS COLLEGE {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY

Friday 9/27 OBU W-5 P.M. {M-7 P.M.} AWAY

OctoberTuesday 10/01 WAYLAND BAPTIST {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

Tuesday 10/08 JOHN BROWN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

Saturday 10/12 ST. GREGORYS {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

Tuesday 10/15 NORTHWOOD {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY

Saturday 10/19 TEXAS WESLYAN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

Tuesday 10/22 MID-AMERICA CHRISTIAN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY

Saturday 10/26 SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.}

HOME

Tuesday 10/29 ASSEMBLIES OF GOD {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

NovemberFriday 11/01 OKLAHOMA CITY {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME

2013 ScheduleCOACHES

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OCTOBER 19 – NOVEMBER 22OPENING RECEPTION

SATURDAY OCTOBER 19 AT 7 PM

FROM DELPHI TO JERUSALEM A COLLABORATIVE EXHIBIT FEATURING ARTISTS RUDY ELLIS & NATALIE GARRISON

SEPTEMBER 15 – OCTOBER 5ARTIST’S RECEPTION ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 AT 7 PM