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October 31, 2014
EASTERN OKLAHOMA STATE COLLEGE EST. 1908
Homecoming sees full calendar of events
Robert Bedford Staff Writer
News, Pgs. 3 & 7
Entertainment, Pg. 6
The 2014 Homecoming celebration for Eastern is scheduled for Nov. 7-8 and will be celebrating Mountaineer pride with old and new Eastern students. On Friday, Nov., there will be a Hall of Fame Inductee Reception in the President’s Dining Room of the Student Center. After the reception will be the Homecoming Awards Dinner and Annual Association meeting. The Homecoming Awards are given to people who have made major contributions to the success of the college, have gone on to be successful within their field of choice, and former faculty of the college who demonstrated an immense desire to help the students and staff have the best possible experience they could at Eastern. When the dinner is over with there will be a Lady Mountaineer Alumni basketball game to end the night. SEE
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“Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” ~Franklin D. Roosevelt “Young people need to vote. They need to get out there. Every vote counts. Educate yourself too. Don’t just vote. Know what you’re voting for, and stand by that. ~Nikkie Reed “If voting changed anything, they’d make it illegal.”
~Emma Goldman
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Wilburton Mayor and Eastern Alumni Association Board Member Stephen Brinlee (front left) signs a proclamation declaring Nov. 3-8 as Eastern Homecoming Week. He is joined by Eastern President Dr. Stephen E. Smith and cheerleaders (back l to r) Byjou Vaughn of Morris; Eastern Mascot Megan Menasco of Wilburton; and Shantel Brennan of Quinton.
Eastern’s annual Homecoming Awards Dinner set for Nov. 7 EOSC NEWS RELEASE Eastern Oklahoma State College will honor several graduates, former faculty and the contributions of a national organization during the annual Homecoming Awards Dinner on Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. The awards include the Distinguished Former Faculty Award, Heritage Award and the Outstanding Young Alumnus Award. Eastern will also induct the 31st member of the EOSC Alumni Hall of Fame. Tickets are $35 for the event and can be purchased by calling 918-465-1759. Don McClain of Wilburton will receive the Distinguished Former Faculty Award, which honors individuals who have provided excellent mentorship and teaching to Eastern students. McClain taught a wide array of subject matters during his 23 years at Eastern including welding, auto mechanics, math, history and government. Prior to
teaching at Eastern, McClain was a grade school and middle school teacher in the area for 19 years. The Heritage Award will McClain be presented to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in honor of the organization’s 60-year anniversary. The Heritage Award recognizes those who have made deep and lasting impacts on Eastern’s history. In 1954 while serving as the head basketball coach and athletic director for Eastern, Don McClanen began promoting the idea of bringing Christian morals and ethics into the society of sports. From his efforts and those around him who believed in his idea, the FCA is now a nationwide organization that employs more than 800 people and in-
volves more than two million athletes around the world each year. Justin Few of McAlester will receive the Outstanding Young Alumnus Award. Few A 2000 Eastern graduate, Few owns his own energy consulting firm and photography business. He is also president of Pride in McAlester, a nonprofit organization dedicated to beautifying and enhancing the McAlester community. Few is an active volunteer, helping build community gardens and dog parks, leading restoration projects and facilitating the establishment of the McAlester Recycling Center. In 2014, he was featured in Oklahoma Magazine’s “40 under 40 Young Professionals.” Edward Stokes of Houston, Texas
will be inducted as the 31st member of the EOSC Hall of Fame. Stokes is a marine project manager at ConocoPhillips, Inc. where he has worked Stokes since 1976. A 1972 Eastern graduate, Stokes is a co-inventor for two patents in the oil and gas industry. He also currently serves as board chairman for the Offshore Technology Conference and has authored or coauthored 15 technical papers and presented in six countries. In addition to his educational and professional achievements, Stokes is an active volunteer for the Special Olympics, Junior Achievement and the Keep 5 Alive community service program in Houston.
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October 31, 2014
“The Angriest Man in Brooklyn” one of Robin Williams’ last films
HOMECOMING CALENDAR SPIRIT WEEK ‘Merica Monday Tacky Tourist Tuesday Superhero Wednesday Throwback Thursday True Blue Friday RULES: No masks or other face coverings in class! No excessive objects on your body! Be appropriately clothed! DAILY PRIZES In order to be eligible to win the daily Spirit prize, you must post a photo in your spirit week outfit to the Eastern Facebook page. www. facebook.com/easternoklahomastatecollege The picture with the most likes at 5 p.m. that day will be the winner! “Treasure Hunt” There are TWO blue ribbons hidden somewhere on campus for Homecoming week. Each ribbon is worth $50 CASH! HINTS will be given on the Eastern Facebook page and Twitter account along with on the TV monitors around campus. Pay attention to these for the whereabouts of the ribbons! Whoever DISCOVERS the ribbons and brings them to Paige Priest (Student Life Coordinator) in SC 211 will be given the prize! You can only win ONE prize per student.
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GUY FOLGER Senior Staff Writer “The Angriest Man in Brooklyn,” starring Robin Williams (in one of his last movies), Mila Kunis, Melissa Leo, Peter Dinklage, with cameo appearances by James Earl Jones and Richard Kind, was released on May 23, 2014. In this film, Henry Altmann ( Williams) is having an exceptionally bad day. While stuck in Brooklyn traffic, his car is crashed into by a taxi. After much yelling, cursing and screaming, by both parties, the taxi speeds away. A visit to the Brooklyn hospital where Dr. Sharon Gill (Mila Kunis) is filling in for Altmann’s usual doctor reveals that he has a brain aneurysm. After more yelling, cursing and screaming by mostly Altmann, he demands to know how much time he has remaining. Initially refusing to say, Dr. Gill finally gives in to Altmann’s verbal chastising and blurts, “Ninety!” When he asks, “Ninety days?” she replies, “Ninety minutes!” More yelling, cursing and screaming, by both
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and Altman departs the hospital in a huff and his gown. Realizing that she should not have reacted in the manner that she did, Dr. Gill chases after Altmann to try and get him admitted to the hospital. Meanwhile, Altmann races around Brooklyn in hopes of making some amends for past transgressions. Essentially, the remainder
of the movie is the two racing around Brooklyn, engaging more characters which prompts more yelling, cursing and screaming. I have to admit that there were two obstacles to my objectivity before I even watched the film. One, of course, was Williams’ death on Aug. 11 of an apparent suicide and secondly was Mila
Kunis portraying a doctor. The greater of the two, I think, was Kunis in the role of a doctor. I just cannot envision her as anything but the precocious on That 70’s Show. While watching this movie, I thought Williams looked a little haggard, which I guess is not uncommon for one battling both depression and alcohol abuse. In addition, he had recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Although he was a consummate performer, I found myself wondering, at times if his onscreen yelling, cursing and screaming wasn’t just an outlet for his depression. For once, I have to agree partially with the critics who reacted negatively to this film. It is not one of Williams’ best efforts, but if your inclination is toward comedic tragedy, it is worth watching. Williams is best-remembered as his widow stated, “His greatest legacy, besides his three children, is the joy and happiness he offered to others, particularly those fighting personal battles.”
25 things you didn't know about Eastern staff and faculty SHARELL COLLINS Staff Writer Dr. Kaben Smallwood is the professor I chose for this issue of the Statesman. Smallwood was born in Idabel, raised in Muskogee, and now lives in Talihina. He has JD and MBA degrees, is a member of the Oklahoma Bar, and also teaches a host of classes at Eastern Oklahoma State College. He serves as the managing member of Symbiotic Aquaponic, LLC. He has always had a passion for teaching, farming, and community service. He handles all financial, administrative, and legal aspects of the aquaponics business, as well as the document preparation. He is also involved in the system design, builds, sales and maintenance of each system. Check out his list: 1.) My family has a farm in Talihina, OK. 2.) I was almost a basketball coach. 3.) I am an avid gardener. 4.) I run a business called Symbiotic
Dr. Kaben Smallwood
Aquaponic, LLC. 5). We built an Aquaponic system for EOSC and Kiowa public schools. 6.) My brother is one of my business partners. 7.) My dad went to Eastern. 8.) I have a law degree and an MBA. 9.) I am an attorney. 10.) I still rely on handwritten notes for my to-do lists. 11.) My grandfather started the baseball program at Buffalo Valley. 12.) I am 3/64 Choctaw. 13.) I’m a graduate of The University of Oklahoma. 14.) I have a Chinese shar-pei named Sampson. 15.) I travel quite a bit to speak at events across the country usually about food production/Aquaponics. 16.) I think Fox and the Hound is the saddest movie ever made. 17.) I enjoy going to concerts and music
festivals. 18.) I have had the same best friend since 1st grade. 19.)I enjoy studying ancient Greek and Roman history. 20.) I rarely drink soda.
21.) I was born in Idabel, OK. 22.) I graduated from Hilldale High School in Muskogee, OK. 23.) My birthday is on Veteran’s Day. 24.) My favorite number is 10. 25.) My favorite color is green.
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November 8 is where the majority of events will occur, such as breakfasts for the classes of 1959-61 and 1971 and Eastern retirees. The Homecoming parade is set to be at 11 a.m. and at noon there will be a cookout in the amphitheater of the Student Center. Homecoming coronation will be at 4:30 p.m. The campus bookstore will host a coloring contest to celebrate Homecoming this year. The page to color can be found on the college website and must be turned in before Oct. 22. The bookstore will display the artwork on campus during Homecoming week, and the winners will be contacted by phone during the week of Nov. 3.
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Phi Theta Kappa registers voters in statewide competition KALEY REDING Staff Writer
Recently, Phi Theta Kappa has been trying to get students registered to vote in upcoming elections for a competition they compete in every year. “It’s statewide competition; we register as many students as possible during a time frame. We compete against other colleges and universities in our category. Eastern is in the zero through three thousand students category,” says PTK sponsor, Brenda Kennedy. This year they were even able to get out-of-state students registered, allowing the number of forms turned in to be higher than the previous years. On Oct. 10, the PTK will turn in the
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It’s a statewide competition; we register as many students as possible during a time frame. We compete against other colleges and universities in our category.
and colleges with 1-3,000 FTE (fulltime-equivalent students). EOSC won last year’s competition. The WHITE category is for schools with a 3,0017,000 FTE and the BLUE category sees schools with a 7,001-30,000 FTE.
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Guy Folger, Senior Staff Writer Sharell Collins, Staff Writer Kaley Reding, Staff Writer Robert Bedford, Staff Writer Buck Kirk, Staff Writer Chelsie Peckio, Staff Writer Garrett Rogers, Staff Writer Ty Thompson, Staff Writer Taylor Cox, Staff Photographer
forms to the state. Established in 2000 as part of the Oklahoma Campus Compact, the object is to increase student civic engagement on Oklahoma college campuses. The competition is comprised of three categories based on full-time student populations. Eastern is in the RED category with state universities
Kristen Turner, Adviser
Oklahoma election includes governor’s race Robert Bedford Staff Writer The 2014 general election, occurring on Nov. 4, will be a time for the registered voters of Oklahoma to come together and vote on the men and women who will lead state government. A major part of the election will, of course, be the position of State Governor, but that is not the only position that is being Fallin voted on. There are nine state executive positions being voted for in November, such as the Lieutenant Governor, Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Commissioner of Labor. Most voters will focus on the important Dorman positions of Governor and Superintendent.
The 27th and current Governor of Oklahoma is Mary Fallin, a Republican elected in 2010. Fallin will be running for her second term. Running against her is Democrat Joe Dorman and Independents Richard Prawdzienski Cox and Kimberly Willis. Current State Superintendent Janet Barresi was defeated in the primaries earlier this year. So she will not be running for re-election. The two new candidates for that position are Hofmeister Republican Joy Hofmeister and Democrat John Cox. In November, Oklahoman voters will have to make their choices for the state government and decide the future of Oklahoma for the next four years.
Oklahoma voter rolls grow as General Election nears Oklahoma State Election Board Release Oklahoma City – The State Election Board’s latest voter registration statistics show more than 2,014,000 Oklahomans are registered to vote – a net increase of more than 35,000 since Jan. 15, State Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax said Wednesday. The deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 4 General Election is Friday, Oct. 10. As of Sep. 30, 2014, Oklahoma had 2,014,353 registered voters: DEMOCRATS 882,778……43.8% REPUBLICANS 877,678……43.6% AMERICANS ELECT 8……N/A INDEPENDENTS 253,889……12.6%
The statistics show a net increase in registered Republicans and Independents since January and a net decrease in the number of registered Democrats. Democrats narrowly remain the largest percentage of Oklahoma voters at 43.8 percent, but the percentage of voters registered as Republicans (43.6 percent) and Independents (12.6 percent) continues to grow. The two major political parties are closer to parity than at any time since the State Election Board began compiling statewide voter registration statistics in 1960. To view historical voter registration statistics or to obtain a voter registration application, visit http://elections.ok.gov. The deadline to register to vote for the Nov. 4 General Election is Friday, Oct. 10, 2014.
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October 31, 2014
Photo Club spends week touring Italy
GUY FOLGER Senior Staff Writer At the close of the spring semester, the Eastern Oklahoma State College Photo Club embarked on a whirlwind tour of Italy Students Brittany Gilbert, Guy Folger, Jamie Fink, Jeanette Gonzalez, Jenna Mabry and faculty members Carly Jones and Kristen Turner departed Dallas-Fort Worth to arrive in London minus only one set of luggage. Continuing with the mysteries of travel, we departed London for Milan, Italy minus one set of luggage and two travelers (due to a reservations foulup). In Milan, we were joined by about 25 travelers from Atlanta, Georgia while we awaited the arrival of our wayward globetrotters. And, of course, the Atlanta folks were not even aware of being paired with our smaller group. Finally collecting the remainder of our group, but still minus the set of luggage, we set out for our hotel and a very late traditional Italian dinner. The next morning, we boarded a water taxi bound for the island of Murano, where the beautiful Venetian glass is made. After a glassblowing demonstration and tour of the factory, we boated onward to Venice where we visited St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and the final resting place of the apostle St. Mark, the Basilica di San Marco. And, of course, we enjoyed the peace and serenity of a not-to-bemissed gondola ride. Leaving Venice, the next morning, we stopped in Verona to visit Juliet’s
Top, a group of Eastern Photo Club members looks out over the Roman Colosseum. Above, Jenna Mabry looks out over the canals of Venice. Above right, Jeanette Gonzalez, takes a selfie in front of the Trevi Fountain in Rome. Below right, Jamie Fink takes a photo of Carly Jones in the peaceful town of Assisi. The Photo Club traveled to Italy for a week-long tour in May.
balcony and mingle with throngs of people in town for some sort of festival. Also in Verona, but apparently closed for refurbishing, is the third largest Roman arena in Italy. We arrived in Florence in time to get settled and enjoy a pizza dinner. In Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, we enjoyed many architectural and statuar y masterpieces, including Michelangelo’s statue of David and Il Duomo, the world’s largest brick dome.
While in Florence, some of our group chose the side trip to Pisa and the Leaning Tower. The next day, after a visit to Assisi and St Francis of Assisi Basilica, it was on to Rome, the Eternal City. Our first day in Rome was spent on a walking tour which included the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. And, as luck would have it, Jenna’s luggage finally caught up with her, but now she would have to find SEE
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Club elects new officers, plans photo workshops CHELSIE PECKIO Staff Writer
The Eastern Oklahoma State Photography Club is back in action for the 2014 and 2015 school year. The club elected its officers at their meeting on Sept. 24 and is currently making plans for upcoming meetings and events. “This year we will really be focusing on photography,” adviser Kristen Turner said. “Because we traveled last year, our club has spent the past two years with fundraising being our main goal, and I do not want to do that this year. “We have one photography work-
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space for her new-bought clothes. Our second day in Rome, and last day of sightseeing, was spent on another walking tour. This time we took in the awe-inspiring Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Vatican, the
shop lined up,” and she added, “We are planning on making a trip to the Philbrook Museum to view a photography exhibit. We are also planning on smaller educational sessions that will cover basic photography and basic Photoshop skills. Club members have also expressed an interest in seeing some of their creative works displayed this year, and I am very excited about making this happen.” The photography club, though a few meetings in, is still open to new members. They are planning many activities and want anyone who has an interest in photography to feel free to join. The club does not want a lack of equipment to prevent people from signing up.
“All students are encouraged to participate in the Photo Club,” Turner said. “We have cameras that members can check out on loan and we, usually, have a pretty good time. We meet every two weeks and someone can join at any time.” If interested in photography or learning about Photoshop, check your Eastern email for updates concerning meeting dates and times. The officers elected on the 24 are as follows: President - Chelsie Peckio Vice President - Ty Thompson Sec./Treas.- Kevin Anderson ESGA Rep. - Kaley Reding
Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. And, of course, another traditional Italian dinner topped off our last evening. Despite the always-possible travel mishaps, we had a very educational, enjoyable and memorable trip thanks to Nancy, our vivacious, very knowledgeable and helpful tour
guide. We are the EOSC Photo Club, we have cameras and we will travel. If you enjoy photography and possible travel, why not join us? Membership is open to anyone. For more information, contact Kristen Turner, Room 124 in Baker Hall or kturner@eosc.edu or phone (918) 465-1720.
Above left, Brittany Gilbert, Jamie Fink, Carly Jones, Kristen Turner, Guy Folger, and Jeanette Gonzalez wait for the Roman Colosseum to open. Left, Jeanette Gonzalez and Guy Folger take a break before a visit to the Sistine Chapel inside the Vatican. Above, Jeanette Gonzalez, Jamie Fink, Brittany Gilbert, and Carly Jones take a gondola ride through Venice. Right, Carly Jones stands on Juliette's balcony in Verona.
Would you like to see your club featured? Contact Kristen Turner at 918.465.1720 or kturner@eosc.edu.
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Entertainment
October 31, 2014
Theatre Eastern energizes crowd with Barefoot performance T Y THOMPSON Staff Writer
On the weekend of Oct. 3-5, Theatre Eastern debuted its new play entitled “Barefoot in the Park.” “Barefoot in the Park,” a romantic comedy by Neil Simon, is about newly wed couple Corie Bratter and Paul Bratter. They live in an apartment on the top of a brownstone in New York City. Over the course of four days, the couple learns to live as a “couple.” They face everyday ups-and-downs, while learning more about each other. Jordan Allen and Reagan Brinlee portrayed the lead roles. With a colorful set and great costumes, the cast put on a wonderful show. The lead role of Paul Bratter was played by Jordan Allen. This was Allen’s first time participating in theatre. “It was very energizing,” Allen said. “I have always been scared of being on stage, but I had no nerves performing with this cast. “It has really opened me up to feeling more comfortable with myself and others,” Allen added. Theatre Eastern did an amazing job and will have the opportunity to continue to do so very quickly with the opening of Endgame Oct. 31.
Top, Reagan Brinlee and Jordan Allen in their roles as Paul and Corie Bratter. Above, Kaylinn Dawson joins Brinlee on stage. Left, Jordan Simpson and Brekke Gammon delighted the crowd with their portrayals of Victor Velasco and Mrs. Banks. Communications and Marketing Photos
COUNSELOR'S CORNER Eastern recycling program continues Be aware of risks of harassment to serve campus ROBERT BEDFORD Staff Writer
Recycling has become a big part of life at Eastern as one can find the recycling bins placed all over campus. The driving factor behind the recycling program on campus is Mrs. Ruth Askew Brelsford and her honors students. She cares deeply about recycling, and this desire led her to help in the creation of the program. Four years ago her honors students decided that recycling is an important issue to the students. “They really single-handedly focused our attention on recycling on this campus; convinced those administrators who were concerned about recycling,
but did not think that the students would follow through and recycle.” The students and Brelsford were instrumental in educating Eastern students about recycling and actually in getting the recycling bins placed throughout the campus buildings. For the first year of the program, the honors students were responsible for emptying the recycling bins. Today recycling is a major issue in the world, and Eastern’s students can help, at least in a small way. One shouldn’t simply see the bins and instantly forget them because throwing your recyclables into the bins in each building instead of simply in the trash can go a long way toward helping the planet.
Submitted Reports Sexual harassment is a gateway crime and creates a culture where words can escalate to physical contact and other forms of violence, including stalking, assault or rape. We would like to share some important information with you regarding sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is unwanted, unwelcome and repeated behavior of a sexual nature. The following are examples of behavior that may constitute sexual harassment: • Inappropriate touching, patting, or pinching • Physical assault or coerced sexual activity • Demands or subtle pressure for sexual favors • Obscene phone calls, emails, or gestures Here are some ways to help lower the risks of sexual harassment and
assault: • Be aware of your surroundings—Who’s out there and what’s going on. • Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable in your surroundings, leave. • Keep appropriate company— Do not maintain relationships with individuals who make you feel uncomfortable. • Conduct yourself with self- confidence—Weak individuals are often targeted as victims. • Let others know that sexual harassment will not be tolerated! • Don’t prop open self-locking doors. • Park in well-lit areas and lock the car, even if you’ll only be gone a few minutes. For more information about
sexual assault, contact the following organizations:
National Center for Victims of Crime Phone: 800-394-2255 or 202-467-8700 (TDD: 800-211-7996) National Sexual Violence Resource Center Phone: 877-739-3895 or 717-909-0710 (TDD: 717-909-0715) Office on Violence Against Women, OJP, DOJ Phone: 800-656-4673 or 202-544-1034 Important dates to remember: November 4—Current Student Enrollment (Sophomores) November 5—Current Student Enrollment (Freshmen) November 8—Homecoming Tina Ray and Sandra Robertson Located in the Library Building, Enrollment Center Offices 156 and 157
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WHERE ARE THEY NOW...
Eastern Alumni making an impact on the world
By Mike Cathey EOSC 1983, of Indianola Teresa Jackson, (EOSC 1985 of Hartshorne), Senior Executive Officer for the Division of Health for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma earlier this fall assumed the Chairmanship of the Eastern Oklahoma State College Board of Regents. She was most recently ViceChair of the Board of Regents and is currently serving a seven year Oklahoma Governor appointed term. Teresa has worked for the Choctaw Nation since 1999 beginning as Comptroller of the Talihina Hospital; she later worked as business officer director in 2001 and” then promoted to Hospital Administrator in 2006. She was honored by the Indian Health Service with a Merit Award in 2005. This was for implementing new software to enhance third-party billing to increase revenue for the tribe. She serves on the Kiamichi Vo-Tech Talihina Campus Advisory Committee and the Texoma Medical Women’s Advisory Committee. She sits on the Oklahoma City Area Inter-Tribal Health Board and is the Vice Chair of the Inter-Tribal Council Health Board
After completing an EOSC Associates in Business Administration, Teresa completed a Bachelors in Accounting at Southeastern Oklahoma State University and has completed several hours toward a Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration from the University of Oklahoma. While at Eastern, Teresa was the Vice President of the Student Senate, a member of the Reflections Club and a member of the Aggie Club. She was on both the President’s and Dean’s Honor Roll, and was selected as a member of the Who’s Who among American Junior College Students. “I remember that each of my professors took time out of their busy schedules to assist any of the students. I think that this is one of the most important things that I observed while there. No matter how busy someone is \ they should always take time out of their schedules to help someone. I absolutely loved my time at Eastern. I enjoyed the dances in the old Student Union and all of the lasting friendships I made there. I still keep in contact with these friends, and we always talk about our times at
Teresa Jackson
Eastern.” “My husband Gary and I have been married for 28 years. We started dating while attending Eastern. We have two children Blake, age 24, Jackson graduated from Oklahoma State University and is in his second year of law school at the University of Oklahoma. Emily, age 17 is a senior at Hartshorne High School and plans on attending Eastern this next fall. Regent Jackson wrapped up by sharing the following: “Your time at Eastern is a major stepping stone to a career path for the rest of your life. Make sure that the area that you are choosing for your career is something that you enjoy and give it your best.” “Treat others the way you expect to be treated and to live each day to its full potential.” Mike Cathey is a Lifetime Member
Loise Washington (second from right) is congratulated by (from left to right) Eastern President Dr. Stephen E. Smith, Wilburton Mayor Stephen Brinlee and Regent Teresa Jackson upon her reappointment to the Eastern Oklahoma State College Board of Regents. Submitted Photo
of the EOSC Alumni Association. While at Eastern, Cathey was a staff writer for The Statesman and Vice President
of the Student Senate. Cathey is also a graduate of the University of Oklahoma and resides in Chicago.
Clubs and organizations choose Homecoming representatives
Each year, the clubs and organizations of Eastern Oklahoma State College choose candidates to represent their groups as queen and king candidates. The student body of Eastern then elects a Homecoming King and Queen from this list of students. This year, the following students represent Eastern Oklahoma State College during the Homecoming celebration. Coronation will take place between basketball games on Nov. 8.
PASS Club – Tylee Phillips & Alejandro Rosales NASA – Jordan Holder & Jackson Ferguson Aggie Club – Brekke Gammon & Curtis Payne ESGA – Rebekah McIntosh & Jace Newby PTK – Victor Martins & Asiah Sumpter
Cheer – Karlie Linn-Snow & Shaquielle Carter-Tucker Softball & Baseball – Meghan Dodson & Kyler Robertson Criminal J.O.E.S. – Kevin Gresham & Destiny Parker Photo Club – Kaley Reding & Ty Thompson Math & Science Club – Zach & Elizabeth * Nursing – Darrell Fretwell & Taylor Odom Soccer – Riley Cox & Blair Viehe FCA – Michael Love & Tanjunique Ajeto PBL – Lacie Roxberry & Robert Rivera Basketball – Kyante Smith & Kadajah Allen BCM – Shantel Brennan & Trevor McBane Honors – Ronan Cloud & Brenna House
HOMECOMING WEEK ACTIVITES Monday, Nov. 3 Window Painting Competition – each club or organization has the opportunity to decorate a section of the Student Center windows (on the North side). Paint and brushes will be provided by Student Activities. Please complete by 5 p.m.. Minute to Win it competition – Amphitheater @ Noon Mega hide and seek @ 6 p.m. (start in Amphitheater) Tuesday, Nov. 4 Door Decorating Contest in Halls – each student has the opportunity to decorate their dorm room or apartment door showing Eastern Spirit.
Must be completed by 4 p.m. for judging. Prizes will awarded for first place in Miller, Johnston & the Apartments (North & Regents). THE BLUE & GOLD HALF-MILE (color event) @ 5 p.m., sign-up starts @ 4:30 p.m. – starting line & sign up table will be in front of the Student Center. Wednesday, Nov. 5 The Big Draw! Sidewalk chalk contest (weather permitting) – each club or organization will be allotted a sidewalk space to create a mural depicting Eastern Spirit. Please complete by 5 p.m. BLACKLIGHT Dance @ 9 p.m.
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Thursday, Nov. 6 Minute to Win it competition – Amphitheater @ Noon Mr. Eastern Pageant @ 7 p.m. in Mitchell Auditorium Friday, Nov. 7 Pep Rally @ 3:30 p.m. in the gym Homecoming Coronation Practice after Saturday, November 8 11 a.m. Homecoming Parade Noon Amphitheater Cookout 1 p.m. Bubble Soccer 3 p.m. Basketball Games – between games – Homecoming Coronation
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SOCCER SOPHOMORES
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Athlete profiles
Ayanna Holtz Hometown: Sallisaw, Okla. Major: Health, Physical Education Class: Sophomore Position: Guard/ Forward Height: 5’8” Favorite Professor: Mrs. Myers Favorite Athlete: Lebron James Favorite Food: Italian Food What got you started playing basketball: My mother
Michael Love The Eastern men’s soccer team recognized its sophomores during the home game Oct. 24 in Wilburton. The men’s and women’s soccer teams played their first games in Wilburton on Oct. 24. The teams enter region tournament play this week. Photos by Taylor Cox
Hometown: Haskell, Okla. Major: General Studies Class: Sophomore Position: Forward Height: 6’9” Favorite Food: Ham What got you started playing basketball: My brother and sisters
Raquel Oksana Grant Hometown: Wewoka, Okla. Major: General Studies Class: Sophomore Position: Shooting Guard Height: 5’3” Favorite Professor: Mrs. Green Favorite Athlete: Allen Iverson/ Michael Jordan Favorite Food: Indian Tacos What got you started playing basketball: My family
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Hometown: Tulsa, Okla. Major: Business Management Class: Sophomore Position: G/SF Height: 6’5” Favorite Professor: Mr. Smallwood Favorite Athlete: J.R. Smith, Kevin Durant Favorite Food: Lemon Pepper Wings What got you started playing basketball: My parents