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“OUR WORDS, YOUR VOICE.”
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PragerU is coming to Oklahoma classrooms UCO professors weigh in on major developments in the state’s public school education
“Unfortunately for these girls, who do not have typical gender dysphoria, gender transition rarely offers relief. And it’s a catastrophic mistake for psychologists, educators, and the medical establishment to rush these teens towards “a solution” that will almost certainly harm rather than heal. Because here’s what’s not in dispute: unnecessary medical gender transition causes irreversible damage—high risk of infertility, sexual dysfunction, and the creation of a permanent medical patient.” -- Why Girls Become Boys, Abigail Shrier, PragerU
“At McDonald’s there was no ‘trigger warning’ for when a customer was about to start yelling, no safe spaces to go to when the restaurant would get so busy that I barely had time to breathe between orders. When a group of men in the drive-thru would whistle and catcall me as they pulled away, there was no university administrator for me to run to for soothing and reassurance.” -- Olivia Legaspi, I Learned More at McDonald’s Than at College, PragerU Secretary of Public Instruction Ryan Walters recently entered into an agreement with PragerU to use its materials in public classrooms in Oklahoma. (SCREENSHOTS/TESS PETERS/THE VISTA)
Jake Ramsey Managing Editor
Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters announced last week that the Oklahoma Board of Education was going to be partnering with online conservative non-profit PragerU to establish a new form of education for students in Oklahoma, this announcement comes shortly after a Senate Bill in Texas will now allow chaplains to act as school counselors. “As a general point, education is a profession and people who are professionals are trained,” said UCO professor of history Marc Goulding when discussing the
recent announcement by Walters. “PragerU is not a university.” Oklahoma is now the second state to have instituted PragerU, following Florida’s decision in August. The decision to include a PragerU curriculum in grades K-12 came after Senate Bill 763 in Texas, which allows church chaplains to operate as school counselors. A decision that has come with heavy dispute, with the argument from opposition being that the chaplains don’t have proper training to be a school counselor. “Not everyone has the right training,” said UCO professor of sociology Leeda Copley. “Religious training does not include mental
health training.” “The only people who should be okay with this bill should be okay with any religious chaplain,” Copley goes on to say. This raises another argument presented by detractors of the recent Senate Bill, the fact that all religions would have to be accepted underneath this bill, not just ones decided on by the schools. “If you’re Protestant are you okay with a Catholic priest?” asked Copley. “It’s a culture war issue,” said UCO professor of political science Loren Gatch. “It eliminates the role that is played by an expert,” he says. Gatch goes on to discuss an
“unavoidable tension” that will come from this bill, and how this is “chipping away at church state separation.” “Let’s say they (the chaplain) belong to a denomination that’s anti-BGLT,” says Copley in regards to the bill. “We are in a political situation where there are groups in our country where you can gain clout to be cruel to BGLT folks.” “It’s concerning,” she says. “Kids are going to die,” Copley states. “We need real counselors.” “I could see it (referring to Texas Senate Bill 763) happening here,” said Gatch.
Getting a degree, getting a job: Lamb talks UCO hireability Sam Royka Editor-In-Chief
“Presently, and in the future, UCO will own workforce,” Lamb said in an interview with The Vista. He explained that this means that potential employers will think of Central graduates ahead of other universities. He thinks, for this university, “the best days are ahead of us.” Lamb reminded listeners of what he calls the “B.R.O.N.C.H.O. Way.” He has told UCO in previous interviews that it stands for “Being Reflective of Our Neighborhood, Community, History and Oklahoma.” Lamb encourages reflection on both immediate and wide-
range communities, starting close to the UCO campus. “Edmond’s a community that’s always been an example of striving for excellence, stewardship, service, that’s Edmond and that’s where we are. That’s where we pick up our mail. We want to be reflective of that,” he said. Beyond the zip code, he said, UCO should be reflective “of the RUSO community.” RUSO is the Regional University System of Oklahoma, with the board of regents that put Lamb into the presidency. He called UCO a “flagship institution” of RUSO. Continued on Page 4
Todd Lamb believes things are getting better for UCO (Provided/UCO Official).
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ENTERTAINMENT
Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023
Weekly Horoscope
Sam Royka Editor-In-Chief
LEO
ARIES
TAURUS April 20-May 20
May 21-June 20
June 21-July 22
July 23-August 22
New exercise plans are an excellent way to balance serotonin levels! Even if that’s not the exact change you implement this week, this new moon is the perfect time to look at your daily habits. What we do every day affects how we feel physically, emotionally, and mentally, as well as self-concept. Give yourself a treat this week. Your song is “You Only Live Once” by The Strokes.
An exciting time is about to come into your life. This fifth-house transit highlights every fun thing you get into. Enjoy it, you’ve earned it! How much luxury can you fit into one week? Maybe it’s time to find out. Be real, get grounded, and ditch the self-destructive behavior. You deserve to have fun too! Your song this week is “Sunshowers” by M.I.A.
Family matters rise to the surface this time around. The definition of family here is expansive, including your closest friends, trusted confidants, and those you live with. If it feels right, this is definitely the time to have that talk with your roommates. Your song is “All My Friends” by LCD Soundsystem.
A new moon brings out the light in your watery eyes this week. (Also, say hello to Fall allergies!) It stations in your third house, letting your intellect shine. Something you’ve begun to learn, whether in class or the world at large, could finally click this week. Also, if new communication comes your way out of the blue, ground yourself before responding. Your song this week is “L.E.S. Artistes” by Santigold.
This week starts out with the waning moon in your bright sign, a perfect time to close out the rest of your projects from last month. When the new moon visits your second house on Friday, expect a new beginning in terms of security. This is situation dependent, and could be emotional, material, or even financial. Your song is “Be Thankful For What You Got” by Love.
March 21-April 19
LIBR A
VIRGO
CANCER
GEMINI
SCORPIO
September 23-October 22
A new moon in your first house has you zooming in on the details of who you want to become. This is the time for following your inklings; they will take you far! The forward pace picks back up when Mercury goes direct in your sign on Saturday. With Vesta, the asteroid of nurturing, in soft Cancer, transitions get easier and more soft-hearted in your life. Your song this week is “Who Am I But Someone” by Kate Bollinger.
With the new moon dancing through your twelfth house this week, your subconscious is in for a wild ride. Dreams could be of extra significance now. Watch out for symbolism in day-to-day life as well! This could be just the right time to tune into your universe. Your song this week is “Astral Plane” by Say She She.
SAGITTARIUS
CAPRICORN
October 23-November 21
November 22-December 21
December 21-January 20
An eleventh-house transit means that good friends can and will lift you up, even more than usual. Joining a new club, changing the hangout schedule, or viewing the collective in a different way are all possibilities for this new moon. Sometimes in the career world, people say that “who you know is everything.” This is broadly applicable! Your song this week is “Khala My Friend” by Amanaz.
Get ready for a spark in your career! This will likely come in the form of new inspiration and motivation. It could also be more literal, as in a pay raise or results from crucial networking if you play your cards right. In any case, it is a key shift and a new beginning. Don’t be afraid to think big-picture and advocate for yourself! Your song this week is “People” by Libianca.
A new realization is likely this week, something that feels like light in your mind’s eye. This is a perspective shift that will become increasingly noticeable over the next month. You are ready to let go of a lack mindset and move forward smarter with your newfound clarity. Your song this week is “Let The Light In” by Lana Del Rey and Father John Misty.
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Week of 9/11/23 - 9/17/23
AQUARIUS
PISCES
February 19-March 20
January 21-February 18
A piece of the past you’ve been turning over in your mind leads to a new kind of understanding with the inner shadows. This moon gives you the seed you need for making peace with this piece. This calm, contented inner space will continue to grow over the next month if you nurture it. Your song for the week is “Leaving Home” by Yo La Tengo.
Significant relationships in your life find new ground now. This can be all at once: healing, deepening, vulnerable, scary, exciting, ethereal, and practical too. We’re all on a wild ride, but there’s beauty in surfing the waves. Diving into your softness may change something for the better. Your song this week is “Their name sticks out” by Micah Preite.
Week of 9/11/23 - 9/17/23
SUDOKU
Edited by Margie E. Burke
Difficulty: Medium
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HOW TO SOLVE:
Each row must contain the numbers 1 to 9; each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9; and each set of 3 by 3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Answer to Previous Sudoku:
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plaguing us for a second. However, UCONNECT is back now and Mercury will be too, starting Saturday!
The Weekly Crossword
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Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023
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Halloween movies perfect for screaming while streaming Bailee Brown Contributing Writer
Planning on streaming Halloween TV and film this year, but don’t know where to start? Iconic classics and frightening modern horror can be found on all the services for people needing to get into the spirit(s) of the holiday. The Fall of The House of Usher (2023): Created by Mike Flanagan, known for “The Haunting of Hill House,” “The Midnight Club” and “The Haunting of Bly Manor.” Netflix released “The Fall of the House of Usher,” a chilling horror series inspired by multiple works of Edgar Allan Poe. Stream on: Netflix Practical Magic (1998): The perfect soft entrance into Halloween and fall time, “Practical Magic,” starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Christine (SCREENSHOT/SAM ROYKA) Kidman, has inspired our minds and our wardrobes for decades. Stream on: Hulu The Craft (1996): “We are the weirdos, Mister.” This cult classic is sure to make your witchy Goth mysticism reach its peak. Stream on: Hulu AHS Delicate (2023): “American Horror Story” has been captivating audiences with its terrifying twists on reality in the 21st century for years. The newest season includes the usual repertory cast, plus Kim Kardashian. A must watch. Stream on: Hulu The Addams Family (1991): We’re talking about the original, here. One of the most famous Halloween movies of all time, snap snap. Stream on: Amazon Prime Beetlejuice (1988): Tim Burton is the king of odd spooky films and “Beetlejuice” is a favorite. Just don’t say his name three times. Stream on: MAX
Beetlejuice (SCREENSHOT/SAM ROYKA)
Stephen King Collection: Watch the films based on Stephen King’s most famous novels, including “The Shining,” “Christine,” “Pet Sematary” and more. Stream on: MAX Hereditary (2018): One of the most disturbing horror films in recent history, “Hereditary” is not for the faint of heart. Stream On: MAX Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974): The original is almost always the best. Watch one of the most immersive and visceral horror movies in cinema history this Halloween. Stream on: MAX A24 Films: A24 has been setting the standard for the horror genre in the last decade. A24 movie night includes their iconic recent films like Ty West’s “X” and “Pearl.” Stream on: Paramount Plus
The Addams Family (SCREENSHOT/SAM ROYKA)
“Over The Garden Wall:” a love letter to the eldritch days before Halloween Britton Summers Reporter
Does magic exist? In a cynical, hardened age it might seem people are actively attempting to stamp out the magic and majesty of our world. Sometimes it seems that we have forgotten that magic does exist, and we can find it in our world, but we must make the effort to do so. But what does this have to do with “Over the Garden Wall?” Well, “Over The Garden Wall” is one of those pieces of media that feels magical through and through. Alongside Ray Bradbury’s “Something Wicked This Way Comes,” there’s a sense of wonder that comes when I watch “Over the Garden Wall” that I can’t find anywhere else. Rather it be the gorgeous animation, foreboding atmosphere, the excellent voice acting, or the melancholic soundtrack, “Over the Garden Wall” feels like you’ve been transported to another world, another plain of existence. The world of “Over the Garden Wall” never
echoes a specific era of history, but is more interested in capturing a vibe that is that fall feeling. Many people have described this show as the perfect fall show as well as a perfect Halloween show, and I would agree with it. The whole show feels like autumn and Halloween. “Over The Garden Wall” is a show that fires on all cylinders. As mentioned before, the voice acting, the score, the animation, the atmosphere, and the writing come together to create something that is wholly unique and singular in its vision. I have a particular soft spot for its score, which combines melancholy, whimsy, and dread all at once. The character development of Wirt, Greg, and Beatrice is tender, emotionally resonant, and relatable, not only to children but for people of all ages. The voice acting of newcomers and veterans alike such as Elijah Wood, Collin Dean, Melanie Lynskey, and Samuel Ramey are exquisite. We even see
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the talents of legends such as Christopher Lloyd, Tim Curry, and John Cleese offer their vocal talents to the show and add their distinctive flair to the show. “Over The Garden Wall” is a show that entrances, as well as unnerves. It combines the absurd along with the eldritch. It’s a show that’s perfectly spooky without alienating its demographic audience while intelligent enough to appeal to all ages. It’s one that I hope goes into the halls of the greats. Once again, I come back to the question of if magic exists. After watching “Over The Garden Wall,” I can say with the biggest smile on my face that it does. It absolutely does.
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Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023
UCO to change name of diversity and inclusion office Taylor Chase Contributing Writer
The University of Central Oklahoma is changing the name of its Office of Diversity and Inclusion name to the Inclusive Community Student Hub in an effort to broaden the spectrum of transformative learning experiences for all students on campus. Christopher Hendricks, the Coordinator for Student Engagement and Success, said ODI offered a home for UCO’s multicultural communities, but he said the name did not necessarily convey the entire office’s operations. The inclusive community name was a push to promote all resources, especially toward groups that are underrepresented. The name change has been in consideration for some time, Hendricks said. While the change is described as a push to advance cultural intelligence, align with the diverse campus community and emphasize student belonging and success, it received some mixed reviews from students. Lauren Summers, former Diversity Round Table president, said that while the Inclusive
Student Hub still offers the same safe space as the ODI did, the additional change in layout of the office has changed the overall comradery aspect for students. “I do feel like the change was something the students weren’t expecting,” Summers said. “I see the benefits, as well as where it could be a downfall. For instance, when people came to the ODI, they felt like it was a community area where people could hangout. Now, I would say that with the change, it’s more of an open resource area, which ultimately takes away from the social aspect.” Given legislation targeting critical race theory (CRT) in Oklahoma, political pressure is causing major shifts not only among communities but at educational institutions. While the name change is presented as an opportunity for the Broncho community to learn, thrive and succeed, the change coincides with nationwide anti-CRT protests and actions against diversity and inclusion efforts at other campuses. A lack of diversity can make minority students feel uncomfortable and vulnerable when outnumbered by the majority. Devin Mantooth, Black Male Summit project director, said that
while the office still promotes diversity, he believes anti-CRT actions are, slowly but surely, taking effect. “So, when we learn about American history in higher education, it is through offices such as the ODI that provide us with information. The fact that the minority populations can’t have these safe spaces without the government trying to hide and dismantle them is disappointing and unjust.” The main goal, educators say, is for people to have a school environment where they feel comfortable, so ultimately they can grow and become the best version of themselves. William Kirwan, chancellor emeritus of the University System of Maryland, wrote in the journal Inside Higher Education that there are three primary reasons to continue such programs, including being competitive in the global economy, providing advancements and the “obvious educational benefit” of a diverse campus. “A diverse campus community improves the learning experience for all students in ways that a more restricted culture simply can’t,” Kirwan wrote.
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is located downstairs in the Nigh University Center. It is a place where students can socialize and find community. (The Vista/Zak Royka)
State and campus history retold by Lamb in interview Sam Royka Editor-In-Chief
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“We’re the largest. We’re the only state university in the metropolitan area, and that’s significant, but we want to be reflective of the RUSO mission of being accessible and affordable. And that’s personal to me because I took about a year hiatus when I had about a semester of college remaining for a job pursuit. And that worked out.” He said he took “about nine credit hours here” at UCO before finishing his degree in Stillwater. “If it were not for UCO fulfilling, personifying the RUSO mission of affordability and accessibility, it would have been a problem for me. I mean, UCO met me where I was. I was married, had a crazy schedule. I had to take I-terms, night classes, and we want to be reflective of that to this day in 2023, meeting students where they are, the traditional students and the nontraditional students,” Lamb said. Lamb invoked the history of the campus and the state, reflecting his speech to faculty and staff Aug. 15. “We’re seated right now in Old
Construction began on Old North in 1891 and finished in 1894. (Provided/UCO Official)
North, the oldest higher ed building in the state of Oklahoma. The oldest, man, right here. Now just below us, looking that direction it says ‘normal’ above the entrance, the Normal School, Central State Teachers College, Central State, now the University of Central Oklahoma. Through all those big changes, all those official names, one thing has remained constant and that is we have provided the workforce to Oklahoma, specifically to educators as the normal school,
Central State Teachers College, we provide the teachers and educators historically in Oklahoma,” he said. He emphasized the importance of hireability as the years have gone by. “Well, now, as we have changed and evolved into this University of Central Oklahoma, we provide the business women, the journalists, the engineers, the nurses, so one challenge Oklahoma has generally is that so many people claim to do workforce; chambers of commerce,
industrial authorities, higher ed, career tech, K-12 to a degree, and pick other entities and organizations. People claim to do workforce, but nobody owns workforce.” Except, he said, for UCO. UCO was ranked in the top universities for getting hired on a career website list in 2020. “So when somebody thinks, well, we need to hire somebody for this position, first thought UCO. One, because they’re a metropolitan area. They’ve got students from all walks of life, all over the country, all over the world. Wonderful student body. They’re well educated, great faculty, great staff. ‘We know,’ says the future CEO, or somebody hiring in HR, we know if we hire a UCO grad, we’ve got the cream of the crop. And I think that’s existing already. But the CEOs don’t know that because there’s kind of a lack of reputation outside of our campus. So being reflective of our neighborhood, our community, our history, and lastly, Oklahoma,” he said.
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Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023
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Get lit: Breaking BarrierZ educates students at financial literacy Sam Kozlowski Reporter
The University of Central Oklahoma hosted a panel of speakers last Tuesday to answer students’ questions on money and finances. If you missed it, don’t worry! More financial tips are below. “Financial literacy is at the core of everything we do in life,” said speaker Krystle Foster, a district supervisor of nine consumer finance offices in the metro. UCO alum and defensive back for the Bronchos, Stephen Bruner, spoke at the panel offering insight on risk management and how to use a credit card effectively. Unlike Foster, Bruner noted that he is a heavy risk user. This means he takes on a lot of credit card debt, so he can pay it off in time and both get cash back on purchases and improve his credit score. Krystle Foster, the district supervisor for Regional Finance in Oklahoma City, gave students fundamental information such as the psychology of finances, building credit and opening retirement accounts. “One of my biggest financial hurdles was realizing that I’m going to be walking out of college with some debt,” she said. “I recommend opening an emergency savings account that’s not easily visible. If the account is out of sight, then it’s out of mind, making you less likely to withdraw money out of it.” Foster highlighted the feeling of a weight being lifted off your chest after reducing expenses. There are countless ways to lower your expenses such as applying for scholarships, creating a budget, not eating out and avoiding unnecessary expenditures in general. During the panel Q&A, one Ugandan man in the audience shared some knowledge that he had learned many years ago. That you live below your means, not within your means, but below. With this knowledge he learned, he was able to retire at 46 and go back to college with the money he saved.
Speakers Krystle Foster (in green) and UCO alum Stephen Bruner (furthest right) pose with the Breaking BarrierZ cabinet. (The Vista/Sam Kozlowski)
Another way to save money is by opening a high-yield savings account. Banks typically offer a 0.01% or 0.001% interest rate on savings accounts, meaning you will earn about $0.30 for every $3,000 saved, as opposed to earning $120 for every $3,000 saved on a 4% high-yield savings account for example. Although most Americans typically retire at 65, you don’t have to! Another point both Foster and Bruner highlighted is that students should open a retirement account and start saving as soon as possible to maximize compound interest (an interest earned on interest, creating a snowball effect that can generate millions of dollars). Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are investment accounts that grow completely taxfree and can be opened by anyone. Never underestimate the power of an IRA. Consider this: One of PayPal’s founders’, Peter Thiel’s, IRA compounded from $2,000 in 1999 to $5 billion today, which will be 100% tax-free when he turns 60. This stands as opposed to the 13% capital gains tax that he would normally
have to pay in California, saving him over $640 million. In Oklahoma, for example, the 37% capital gains tax (due to his income bracket) would take $1.8 billion away from his $5 billion. There are a multitude of different ways to approach your finances and everyone does so in their own unique way. Remember to do your own research before making any financial decisions and before opening accounts with banks. And live below your means – if you want to spend more, you must make more. Breaking BarrierZ was founded in 2017 to give students a platform for discussing issues on campus that many first-generation or independent students may be experiencing such as academic retention, finances or disabilities. Breaking BarrierZ’s next event will take place in the Cherokee Room of the Nigh for ‘Nutritional Nightlight Brunch’, featuring breakfast foods and nutritional knowledge on October 4 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
KOAN soulful sound: Led By Ancient Light Review
Both members of KOAN Sound pose against a white background in dappled light. (Sarah Koury/KoLAB Studios)
Zakary Royka Reporter
The darling duo of the experimental electronica scene, KOAN Sound, are back at it again with their mind-bending new release “Led by Ancient Light.” Their first album of all new material since their 2018 album “Polychrome,” “Led by Ancient Light” marks a refinement of their usual slick and smooth style. This album highlights the talent KOAN Sound has for sound design by incorporating tons of orchestration. Growling cellos, crashing synths, and just enough silence to leave you wanting more. Unlike the jazzy, bubbly tracks of “Polychrome,” this album feels like the soundtrack for an experimental cyberpunk short film. The fourth track on the album, “Voices of Dissent,” showcases this supersaturated electronic aggression with impeccable string work and reverb to clash with the glitchy intro, building tension into a gloriously discordant third drop.
While certainly not for everyone, KOAN Sound does showcase an immense range of sounds this outing. “Liquid Levity,” the sixth track, hammers the listener with a thriving depth sub-bass before lifting the curtain on the finest jazz ensemble I have heard this year. A crystal clear piano drives the song from the start. At first, distorted synths glide with a mournful cello and punchy upright bass before transitioning into a wave of distorted drums and synths with a solid timbre. The title track comes closer to the end of the record. It shows a certain tenderness for the listener, sounding less like a religious hymn as implied by its name and more like the boot sequence for a digital world. Glitchy digital notes sounding like the magic of a fuzz pedal on a Rhodes piano leave a lingering impression. The naturalistic, cozy soundscape of “Embrace” is a highlight of the album. Listening through it, you can almost hear a foley artist going to great lengths to create the sound of a lovely day. Halfway through, a tide of rising
synths breaks through like impending dawn. The problem, as with every KOAN Sound album, is ease of listening. This is a difficult album to get through. The tracks are clear and well-produced but have no accommodations or sacrifices for the listener. They may linger on a chord progression or phrasing for minutes or attack with piercing highs and unpredictable aggression. The album has been tooled for balanced sound systems above all else. Through a set of expensive Sennhisers or Audezees, “Ancient Light” is a beauty, while on my old and washing-machine-kissed earbuds, I would rather listen to something with more approachable bass, kinder highs, and vocals. However, don’t let me dissuade you if this seems enticing and you are okay with a little walk on the weird side. KOAN Sound has delivered an otherworldly auditory feast with “Led by Ancient Light.”
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Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023
This season in football: Bronchos pressured, tough slate
Runningback Trevon Woolfolk, Wide Reciever Jacob Delso, and Tight End Dominique Dunn run during the game against Kearney. (The Vista/Jaydon Sims) Phil Rodriguez Sports Reporter
There are hints on the UCO campus that fall is coming: the surprisingly fast and furious squirrels gathering acorns then weaving fearlessly through walkers and bikers, the fresh faces of freshmen flashing relief as they locate their class for the first time without a map, and the return of football to Chad Richison Stadium. Last year was one that featured many firsts for Broncho football: the first season in “The House That Chad Built,” the first season under Coach Adam Dorrel, and the first season with a winning record since 2018. Coach Dorrel is entering his second season coaching the Bronchos, and will hope to build off of a solid 2022 season when they finished with a 6-5 record. Dorrel, who was named Coach of the Year three times during his tenure at Northwest Missouri State, will hope that the new blood on the roster will slot in nicely to his contemporary take on the legendary “West Coast” offense. Dorrel peppers in plenty of quarterback runs, option runs, and run-pass options as well; all plays that are well-suited to returning starting quarterback, sixth-year Senior Stephon Brown. Offense Brown will have sole control of the starting quarterback position this season, a change in routine from last year. The 2022 season saw Coach Dorrel use a combination of players under center, with Brown coming in on more run-heavy situations, and Oklahoma State transfer Peyton Thompson, a more traditional “pro-style” quarterback, used in more obvious passing situations. But after completing less than 50 percent of his 25 attempts in the season opener at Missouri Western, Thompson was used considerably more sparingly for the rest of the year. With Brown virtually entrenched at starter and planning on returning for another season, Thompson opted to return to Oklahoma State as a walk-on last summer. Brown relished his opportunity to play most of the snaps last season, compiling 469 yards rushing with 6 touchdowns as well as 1784 yards passing with 12 touchdowns, making him both the top rusher and the top passer for the team. Somewhat surprisingly, Brown was not named
to any preseason All-MIAA teams despite his statistical achievements and history as an NCAA Division 1 athlete. Surely, Bronchos fans expect a lot from Brown this season, and it seems likely that he could deliver. Also returning is vaunted running back Payton Scott, who missed several games in 2022 due to injury, and saw only limited action in games after his return. Now that he’s had time to properly heal, Bronchos fans expect big things from their second 6th-year returning starter on offense. Several other big contributors on offense also return for Central Oklahoma. Sophomore running back Jaylen Cottrell, who finished second on the team with 361 yards rushing and 3 touchdowns, and sophomore running back Andrew Carney, who combined for 291 yards and 4 touchdowns, both return and should see plenty of action in the backfield. Speaking of action in the backfield, junior transfer Trevon Woolfolk arrives out of Northeastern Oklahoma A&M having averaged over 5 yards per carry last season for the Golden Norsemen. The 6-foot-1-inch, 225-pound running back figures to see significant playing time for the Bronchos. Woolfolk previously saw action for the NCAA FBS Troy Trojans and Nebraska Cornhuskers, and was a standout prospect and state champion at Peach Valley High School in Fort Valley, Georgia. In terms of pass-catchers, the Bronchos return eight of their nine leading receivers. Headlining the group with explosive speed and playmaking ability is junior wide receiver Jacob Delso, who along with sophomore tight end Oscar Hammond combined for 772 yards receiving and 5 touchdowns in 2022. Sophomore tight end Dominique Dunn, sophomore wide receiver Terrill Davis, and sophomore running backs Jaylen Cottrell and junior transfer Woolfolk should all get looks on passing downs as well. Defense On the defensive side of the ball, the Bronchos will see a lot of new starters, but do return some quality experience at key positions. Gone are stalwarts of the defensive line and perennial AllMIAA players Robert Fuentes and Michael Slater, leaving a gulf to be filled at the front of the defense. Senior Kalvin Hutchings, a 6-foot-4, 260-pound defensive end, and junior noseguard
Hunter Largent will look to slot into the void left by the two long-time starters, and make up some of the 9 sacks Fuentes and Slater combined for last season. Largent, now in his third season as a starter, anchors the line as a gargantuan run-stopper, his 6-foot-2, 345-pound frame allowing him to dominate opposing blockers. Junior linebacker Noah West, a Bixby native, returns to lead the pass-rush effort after topping the team stat charts last season with 5.5 sacks. The converted defensive end and 3rd-year starter is a leader for the defense both vocally and with his play. Fifth-year senior defensive back Dylan Buchheit also provides leadership to the defense this season, having played in 31 out of 32 games in his career, and leading the team in tackles in 2022 and 2021. Surprisingly, even with two quality seasons and a bevy of tackles, Buchheit received only honorable mention in the AllMIAA team. He’ll look to show fans and media alike this season why it was unwise to overlook him. Season Outlook The Bronchos have a tough slate of opponents for their 2023 season, with only 5 home games compared to 6 on the road. Home opponents include the season opener last Thursday, August 31 versus Nebraska Kearney—a solid 24-21 win highlighted by an excellent defensive performance—followed by Missouri Western, Missouri Southern, Lincoln and Washburn. But the away slate is where things could potentially get difficult; the first road game comes September 9 at a not-too-tough Central Missouri squad ranked , but it’s followed by visits to prestigious divisional opponents like third-ranked Emporia State, second-ranked Northwest Missouri, and rival and last year’s MIAA champion Pittsburg State in the Bronchos’ season finale. The Pittsburg State Gorillas manhandled the Bronchos in Chad Richison Stadium 38-7 last season on route to an undefeated season and an NCAA Division II playoff appearance and win, and the Bronchos surely have that game circled in bold red marker on their calendar. With a bevy of returning starters on offense, and big-time playmakers on both sides of the ball, the Bronchos will look to add another winning season to their total in 2023.
Soccer preview: starters return for Coach Cook’s final season Phil Rodriguez Sports Reporter
After finishing 11-5-4 in regular season play in 2022, garnering an appearance in the NCAA Division II tournament, the Bronchos return for what will be Coach Mike Cook’s final season with high hopes for 2023. Several returning starters, as well as some exciting and talented incoming freshmen, will look to bind together for another winning season for UCO soccer. Senior forward Amaya Grace will return for a fifth year after being granted an eligibility extension from the NCAA due to the pandemic-related cancellation of the 2020 season. She’ll hope to add to her team-leading 8 goals and 4 assists from 2022, and will head up a potent front line that was among the best in the MIAA last season. Another fifth-year senior, Avery Holland, returns to lead the defense for the Bronchos. Holland was a central cog for a defense that held opponents to only about a goal per game and finished third on the team in total minutes played. Despite only two shots on goal all season, Holland’s ability to shuttle the ball from the backline to the midfield, and her complete lack of bookings for the entirety of the season, make her a crucial component for the team.
The Bronchos return starters on all sides of the ball, but no position may be more key to the Bronchos success than that of goalkeeper. The two most called-upon starters from last season, sophomore Avery Bass and junior Caroline Faulkner, both return. Faulkner started and played in 14 matches, allowing only 15 goals while picking up 67 saves, good for a 6-4-4 record as a starter and an .817 save percentage. Bass, meanwhile, played and started in only 5 matches but picked up 22 saves and only allowed 4 goals, picking up a 4-1 record and a fantastic .846 save percentage. Midfielder Madison Linavong, who led the team last season with 9 assists, also returns. Her playmaking ability will drive the Bronchos attack, aided also by returning junior forward Albany Adair. Adair, despite not scoring any goals in 2022, was a key contributor to the Bronchos’ attack and finished ninth on the team in total minutes played. Her presence contributes to a dangerous front line for the Bronchos, and her goal drought will likely end very early in 2023. Freshman Emma Nicholas of Jenks, Oklahoma was a standout prospect and could be expected to immediately contribute her playmaking and passing abilities in the midfield. Jaci Decker, also
in her first year at UCO, was named all-district thanks to her play at Bartlesville, and will look to literally hit the ground running and contribute goals to the Bronchos’ attack as a forward. Coach Mike Cook will be hoping for a 16th NCAA appearance in 25 seasons as he winds down his coaching career, having announced his retirement following this season. Cook is one of the most decorated coaches in the history of NCAA Division II women’s soccer, with an astounding 24-year record of 347-129-40 at UCO. His .728 career winning percentage and 405 NCAA wins place him just at the edge of the top-10 all-time in NCAA Division II, and even in the top-25 all-time coaches at any division in the NCAA. A veritable Mr. Broncho Soccer, Cook is the only coach the program has known since its inception in 1998. His scheduled successor, Amel Muhamedagic, has been with the team since 2009 and is a well-respected assistant coach with defensive roots. Muhamedagic holds several high-tier coaching certifications from the United States Soccer Federation and the National Soccer Coaches Athletic Association, and was previously head soccer coach at Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023
BANNED BOOKS
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Literary resistance continues in Banned Books Week’s 41st year Matilda Harvey Copy Editor One year after an Oklahoma teacher faced scrutiny due to a violation of HB 1775, attempts to ban books continue throughout the country. Summer Boismier made national headlines after sharing a QR code to the Brooklyn Public Library’s Books Unbanned program in response to Norman High School requiring teachers to either remove classroom libraries or justify books as “instructional materials.” After leaving Oklahoma, Boismier found a new job as Teen Initiatives Project Manager at the Brooklyn Public Library. Resistance to banned books, however, is bigger than any one person, especially in the current political climate. “Freedom of information, freedom to see things from both sides, that is guaranteed by the Constitution; that is what underlies an effective de-
mocracy,” said Fritzi Bodenheimer, press officer for the Brooklyn Public Librarian. The American Library Association (ALA) tracks book bans in the United States; in 2022, ALA tracked 1,269 attempts to ban books, the highest number in 20 years. BPL started the Books Unbanned program in April 2022; students from any state can apply for a digital library card to access books from the Brooklyn Public Library. Bodenheimer said, “over 7,000 young people from all 50 states” have registered for these e-cards. Additional libraries have joined the cause, including the Boston and LA County libraries. Banned Books Week, an annual observance to raise awareness around book bans, will take place October 1, 2023, through October 7, 2023. Banned Books Week was first observed in 1982 in response to the high number of books being challenged or banned. The Brooklyn Public Library is celebrating by holding a Day of Action where individuals are asked to take a
picture with their favorite book and post it with a hashtag. While many states have faced legislative pressure regarding books, New York has not, giving it the opportunity to help citizens whose access to books has been stifled. In states like Florida or Oklahoma, Bodenheimer says, “you might lose your job, you might lose your accreditation, you might be bullied, harassed, and threatened,” for defending or distributing banned books. According to PEN America, of the 3,362 book bans in 2022-2023, 30 percent feature LGBTQ+ characters or themes, while 30 percent either feature characters of color or discussions of race and racism. “I have to wonder, like, if you’re a young person and you think you might be LGBT and you see all those books are taken off the shelf. What does that say to you?” Bodenheimer said. “Like, ‘all the books about people like me are removed from the shelf because they’re dangerous’. That is, that is not good.”
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Jake Ramsey Managing Editor
“The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian,” written by Sherman Alexie, was named a top ten challenged book by the American Library Association. The main character is 14-year-old Arnold Spirit Jr., who goes by Junior. He is a cartoonist, so his cartoons pepper throughout the book. As a disabled Spokane teen he moves away from the reservation to a small white town. This book chronicles the changes he must navigate. “Part-Time Indian” addresses belonging, community, poverty, and identity while the perspective stays close to home for students in high school. It’s written exactly how a 14-year-old would explain a life of sudden changes and stereotypes: unflinching, darkly humorous, and a little sardonic where it fits. It’s ultimately a coming-of-age story about finding community, told in a raw and endearing way. By the end of the book, Junior is your friend too. The book has been challenged for sexually explicit references. But it’s worth it to take a critical look at how these topics are handled. This book is not a dystopian novel set in a fantasy world: it’s based in real life. The addition of these references adds depth to the world and voicing of a developing character. It’s an addition of reality, which makes characters more real and narratives more complex. This is an excellent read for a younger high school student dealing with big changes in a tough situation.
“Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury is a classic that only gets more important as time goes on. Released in 1953 and celebrating 70 years in publication, “Fahrenheit 451” is important for many reasons, but above all is that it forces the reader to analyze their consumption of media. The world that Bradbury molds is not too dis-similar to our own. Fake news is present in every faucet of existence, technology has harmed the human experience and the world just seems bleak. However, we’re told by Bradbury that it’s not the only way we have to live. We can choose another path, the path of humanity. Forgoing the flair and flash around him, “Fahrenheit 451”’s main character Guy Montag begins questioning his surroundings and exactly why he is told to do the things he is. “Fahrenheit 451” presents the importance of media literacy, and shows just how important it is to fully understand and comprehend what you’re reading, because if not you’ll end up making the same mistakes as Montag in the beginning of the book.
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To Kill A Mockingbird book cover (Provided)
Sam Kozlowski Reporter
You may have read “To Kill a Mockingbird” in high school just like me, but that’s for good reason as it’s one of the most influential books in America. Harper Lee’s classic tackles issues of racism, sexual assault, and the economic disparity between the rich and poor. Reading the book puts you into the mind of innocent children and their father Atticus. The relationship between Scout, Jem, Atticus, Calpurnia and their quirky, sometimes scary neighbors adds humor into the serious story. Edmond was an all-white city throughout the 1960s and it wasn’t until Dr. Martin Luther King’s assassination in 1968 when African American students at Central State College (now UCO) began peacefully protesting in front of President Garland Godfrey’s office and at the flagpole in front of the administration building. Finally in 1970, Central State began recognizing African American students with its first “Black Heritage Week”. As a kid growing up in the historically racist Edmond, it was refreshing to see my freshman classmates actually read the book, learn, and appreciate it as much as I did. Reading “To Kill a Mockingbird” in class gave me hope for this city.
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“Brave New World” still relevant for a world in search of meaning Britton Summers Reporter
Stephen King once said that when people attempt to ban books, it is your duty to go to the nearest bookstore or library and find out what it is that you shouldn’t be reading. I wholeheartedly agree with the sentiment. It was tough to find a book to pick for this assignment, as there are so many challenged books that I have enjoyed over the years such as “Lolita,” “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” “Fahrenheit 451,” “Of Mice and Men,” “Looking for Alaska,” and so many more. But I finally decided on “Brave New World,” the dystopian novel from Aldous Huxley from 1932. But what about “1984” one might ask. It is a great novel for sure; one that should be discussed forever due to its timeless message about how totalitarian governments take power away from the people. But I’ve always felt that there was some-
thing far more disturbing about the hedonistic world of “Brave New World” than anything that Orwell dreamed up. Huxley isn’t interested in an evil bogeyman that watches everything you do and squashes any dissent with a boot, to paraphrase from “1984.” While there is an evil government who controls the populace, it doesn’t need any of the fear tactics of Big Brother, because we’re all too good at being distracted from noticing our oppression. What makes “Brave New World” so insidious is that it isn’t an evil government bogeyman who destroys us…but ourselves. We only have ourselves to blame for this. As Neil Postman wrote in his book “Amusing Ourselves to Death,” “in Huxley’s vision, no Big Brother is required to deprive people of their autonomy, maturity, and history. As he saw it, people will come to love their oppression, to adore the technologies that undo their capacities to think.” But aside from being a chilling
dystopia, “Brave New World” is about attempting to live a meaningful life in a world that no longer has any interest in doing that. Like Ray Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451,” people are completely apathetic to living lives where they can love, feel pain, and live an authentic experience. The unexamined life is not worth living. But what happens once the unexamined life is no longer considered necessary in our society? The soma, the orgy-porgys, and the feelies are intoxicating. They take your mind off such things such as thinking and dealing with why we’re on this planet and what will happen when we die. Every day I see more and more people fall into these traps, and it only makes “Brave New World” more prescient for me. Like The Savage, I think often about how to live an authentic life…and if others will be like The Savage in that regard and with that aim, I think this book will continue to be important. People are often worried about dictatorships and
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having their freedoms taken away. But they always fail to consider how the people allow these governments and these systems to exist, and if this apathy and complacency exists, “Brave New World” will always hold relevance. It’s not too late to stop a “Brave New World.” It’s entirely up to you.
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Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023
POP CULTURE
PVRIS and Poppy get loud and empowered at Tower
GODDESS/GODLESS tour puts women front and center in powerful performance
Poppy and PVRIS staged a women-empowering performance at Tower Theatre. (PHOTO GRANT IVIE/PROVIDED)
Matilda Harvey Copy Editor
One of the most important aspects of music as a medium is the message one can distribute to a large group. However, PVRIS front woman Lynn Gunn summed up the message of the GODDESS/ GODLESS tour best by addressing the crowd directly, saying “if you’re here tonight, you support women.” The Sept. 3 Oklahoma City stop of the GODDESS/GODLESS tour included a female opener, two female headliners, and a lot of songs addressing misogyny. As the bass made the Tower Theatre shake,
she had finished writing only the night before. In a world where one could understand taking heightened safety precautions, Berrin waited at the merchandise table after the show and talked to anyone who wanted to stop for a picture. Every moment of the concert was high-energy, high-volume excitement, with visuals and smoke machines. Despite this, the most awe-inspiring part of the show had nothing to do with what was happening on the stage, but rather what was happening in the crowd. Live music has always united people, and this show was no different. When PVRIS said to jump or wave your hands, the crowd complied. They knew every word,
every chant, some even knew the guitar breaks in songs. One song in Poppy’s set, I Disagree, includes an entire bridge in Japanese. The audience sang along in Japanese, though the likelihood of that crowd being fluent in Japanese was extremely low. Additionally, a standout part of the GODDESS/GODLESS show was the crowd’s behavior toward one another. As with any event, some people got a bit raucous during intense songs, but members of the crowd protected those who weren’t interested in moshing. People talked to one another between acts, laughing and making friends.
PVRIS sang about desire and love and the use of legislation to control women. Poppy didn’t shy away from songs regarding misogyny, either, though she focused more on the struggle of being a woman in the music industry. Gunn played numerous guitars throughout the PVRIS, switching between acoustic and electric depending on the song. Poppy also played an electric guitar, and performed an unreleased song on bass. The opening act, a band called Pom Pom Squad, is fronted by Mia Berrin. Berrin played guitar, danced around the stage, and talked to the Singer-songwriter and performance artist Poppy roused the crowd at her Sept. 3 crowd. She performed a new song stop at Tower Theatre. (PHOTO GRANT IVIE/PROVIDED)
Paper Kites pack their ‘Roadhouse’ with 1970s soft-rock Zak Royka Reporter
Australian folk rock band The Paper Kites have a long history of paying tribute to the saccharin sweet tunes of the Eagles, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and Fleetwood Mac, but their new album “At the Roadhouse” demonstrates a competency with that style to rival all the aforementioned bands. With smooth instrumentation dancing with Sam Bentley’s vocals, The Paper Kites created a warm mix of Neil Young-esque ballads like the album’s opener “Midnight Moon” interjected with harder cuts like “Black & Thunder” which plays with the guitar tones of “One of These Nights” by the Eagles and Santana’s cover of “Black Magic Woman.” This strong opening run, however, is leveled with a forgettable selection of lavishly produced sweet nothings on the B-side. This is a double album, running an hour and nineteen minutes long; this feels forty minutes of content stretched to reach an arbitrary length. Some of these songs, such as “Burn the Night Away,” “Mercy” and “Green Valleys,” are so indistinct that despite listening to this album at least a dozen times this week, they are still hard to differentiate beyond instrumentation and timing changes. The worst of the album is somewhat out of focus, with forgettable licks and boomy mixing that impresses a feeling of otherworldly time dilation. It suitably provides the ambiance of a smokey roadhouse recalled through a thick haze of time or alcohol. The few tracks that stand out are exceptional; “June’s Stolen Car” swings for the fences with a sound reminiscent of the best Tom Petty ever put to page. Its vibrant lyricism captures the free-flying rebellious nature of early Springsteen while painting in the edges with crunchy humbucking tones that could have been pulled straight off of “Runnin’ Down A Dream.”
Australia’s Paper Kites explore the textures of California soft-rock on “At the Roadhouse.”.(PHOTO NETTWERK RECORDS//PROVIDED)
The most popular track on Spotify is “The Sweet Sound of You.” This is a traditional, slow ballad reminiscing on a lover. It’s a perfectly competent song with good composition and a superb vocal performance from Bentley, but I couldn’t help but wonder why anyone would pick this over the more heartfelt take on this same emotion in Iron & Wine’s masterpiece “Naked as We Came” which is a beautifully detailed vignette of smiling acceptance as a couple discusses the unavoidable march of time. While this album drones on for far too long for one sitting, those who listen track by track and single by single have themselves a golden slice of Aussie-Americana folk rock to get lost in the shuffle of autumn’s return.
LISTEN UP FOR LIVE MUSIC
Black Joe Lewis performs Sept. 12 at Beer City Music Hall (BLACK JOE LEWIS/PROVIDED)
SEPTEMBER Black Joe Lewis, Sept. 12, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Johnny Manchild, Sept. 13, The Blue Note, 2408 N. Robinson, okcbluenote. com Sylvan Esso, Sept. 13, The Jones Assembly, 901 W. Sheridan, thejonesassembly.com Chastity, Sept. 13, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com True Widow, Sept. 14, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Soft Hands, Sept. 15, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Dust Bowl Dolls, Sept. 15, Ponyboy, 423 NW 23rd, ponyboyokc.com
Iguana Death Cult, Sept. 15, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Rage Against the System, Sept. 16, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Keathley and the Burning Bras, Sept. 16, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Prof: High Priced Shoes Tour, Sept. 17, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Being Dewad, Sept. 18, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead. com Broken Social Scene, Sept. 18, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc. com Unwed Sailor, Sept. 19, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead. com Model/Actriz, Sept. 20, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead. com Uncle Lucius, Sept. 20, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Sleep Token, Sept. 20, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Myron Elkins, Sept. 21, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Beth Orton, Sept. 22, Beer City Music Hall, 1141 NW Second, beercitymusichall.com Mad Honey, Sept. 22, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Ian Moore, Sept. 23, The Blue Note, 2408 N. Robinson, okcbluenote.com The Criticals with Labrys, Sept. 23, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com Yungatita, Sept. 23, Resonant Head, 400 SW 25, Suite A, resonanthead.com Switchfoot, Sept. 24, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com The Midnight, Sept. 25, Tower Theatre, 425 NW 23rd, towertheatreokc.com