The 6420 - Fall/Winter 2020

THE 6420 ISSUE NO. 9 | OCTOBER 2020

ROSE STATE MEDIA GROUP

Rose State: Is It Safe?

THE IMPORTANCE OF NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE

Keep Up With Your Mental Health THE CHILLING STORY BEHIND OKLAHOMA’S OWN HAUNTED HOTEL

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letters from the editors Hello, Rose State students, staff and faculty! I am so excited for you all to see this issue of The 6420. This year, we decided to make some changes and improve this publication. Our staff has been working diligently to provide you with the best content we could create. We have a wide variety of content for you all to enjoy. Thank you so much for taking the time to look through this issue. Most importantly, the entire staff of the Rose State Media Group would like to thank Darcy Delaney-Nelson for believing in us, allowing our creativity to run wild and for giving us this opportunity.

Danica Brackett | Editor-in-Chief danica-brackett@raider.rose.edu @danicabrackett Hello, Rose State! I am so excited to share this semester’s publication with you. Our staff has put in an incredible amount of work to tie this project together. We’ve made a lot of changes with this issue and we hope you enjoy them just as much as we did. This is my first year working as an editor, and it’s been a super fun experience to work together with the staff and create something.

Being able to see all of our hard work come to life has been amazing. I hope you enjoy this issue and everything within it! Thank you to Darcy Delaney-Nelson for encouraging us and helping us grow in our skills.

Laura Huskey | Assistant Editor laura-huskey@raider.rose.edu @laura.huskey Hi, Raiders! Welcome to the Fall 2020 issue of The 6420 magazine. This is my second year working with Rose State Media Group. Fall is one of my favorite seasons because it represents change and growth. There have been many changes throughout my time working for Rose State Media Group, and I am so excited to present you all with a little rebranding with a great new staff. Thank you to our adviser, Darcy Delaney-Nelson, for providing us with the best guidance throughout our journey. Enjoy!

Ahmya Williams |Senior Editor ahmya-williams@raider.rose.edu @qtmyaaa

a big thank you

The entire staff at Rose State Media Group would like to give a big thank you to Latisha Litsui for providing us with an amazing image for the cover of this issue. We would also like to give a big thank you to Coral Holiday for allowing us to feature her on the cover. The cover is a big part of what makes a magazine. We couldn't have done it without them. You can find Latisha Litsui on Instagram @rezxrat and Coral Holiday @alwaysrainingovermyhead.

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meet the staff Beverly Agbor | Reporter Hello, Raiders. My name is Beverly Agbor. I am a mass communication major, and this is my second year writing for the Rose State Media Group. I hope you enjoy reading this issue of The 6420.

Hannah Bryant | Reporter Hi, Raiders! My name is Hannah Bryant, and I’m a mass communication major here at Rose State. This is my first year writing for the Rose State Media Group, and I’m so excited about it! I hope everyone has a great fall semester and enjoys this issue of The 6420.

Devon Cook | Reporter Hey, guys! My name is Devon Cook, and I am a student here at Rose State. I am a video game enthusiast and a freelance writer. I hope you guys enjoy this issue of the 6420.

Jaden Dunn | Reporter Hi, I am a mass communication major at Rose State College. This is my first year writing for the Rose State Media Group. I hope you enjoy this issue, and don’t forget to check us out online!

Tyler Hays | Reporter Hello, Raiders! My name is Tyler Hays and I am a mass communication major here at Rose. This is my second year writing for Rose State Media Group. Hopefully, you enjoy this edition of The 6420!

Jacob Moody | Reporter My name is Jacob Moody, and I am a student completing my second year at Rose State College. When it came time to choose what major I wanted to pursue, I decided to go into mass communication due to my interest in radio. Simple life, little strife.

Kendall Walton | Reporter Bonjour, Raiders! My name is Kendall Walton. I am a strategic communication major with minors in French and international politics. This is my first year writing for the Rose State Media Group. Hope you enjoy!

Serena Woodard | Reporter Happy fall, y’all! My name is Serena Woodard, and I am a second-year mass communication major here at Rose State College. This is my first year writing for the media group. I hope you find the articles as entertaining as they were to write. Best wishes!

Ashley Newsom | Photographer Hey! My name is Ashley Newsom. I’m a biological sciences major and this is my first year attending Rose State. Enjoy the magazine!

adviser

A Rose State journalism graduate, Professor Darcy Delaney-Nelson received a bachelor’s in journalism and mass communication, with a minor in sociology, as well as a master’s degree in JMC from Gaylord College at the University of Oklahoma. She has been in the journalism and mass communication field for more than 20 years. Delaney-Nelson is the head of the mass communication program and advises the student publications at Rose State College.

Darcy Delaney-Nelson | Professor of Mass Communication and Adviser ddelaney@raider.rose.edu

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table of contents 6 word of the issue 7 mental health 8 RSMG social media 9 the new normal 10 is rose state safe?

11 is rose state safe?

12 what the flex?

13 student union 14 holidays hurt 15 sq 805 16 racial justice 17 election guide 18 native heritage 19 native heritage 20 qanon 21 qanon 22 haunted oklahoma

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exploring oklahoma 23 drive-in movies

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arcade culture

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chicken noodles

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vegan hot chocolate 27 vegan iced coffee

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cinnamon oats

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the top ten

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dogs at home

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horoscopes

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pick your aesthetic

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fall essentials

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winter essentials

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starbucks quiz

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starbucks quiz

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october calendar

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november calendar

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word of the issue

by Laura Huskey | Assistant Editor

i shʋlihchi /i.ʃɒ.li.t͡ʃi/ /iⁿ-sha-líh-chih/

origin: the Choctaw language verb: to do more than, greater than, progress Improvement is an action. There is no passiveness or sitting back to see what happens. To improve means to put forward your best effort. Your best effort doesn’t have to be the best effort in the world, just what’s best for you during that time. You can be greater than what you were yesterday if you put in the work to see it.

Progress is a slow but steady process. No one has ever improved or progressed on anything by trying to change everything immediately. You have to practice to make progress. You have to take small steps and realize you’re walking toward your bigger goal. It happens over time.

This word was chosen as the word of the issue because it serves as a reminder that progress is constant. We can be greater than we were before if we keep working at our goals and putting in the effort to improve and to learn.

Don’t be discouraged when things don’t seem to work out perfectly all of the time, and use this word as a reminder that progress just means going forward, one step at a time.

keeping up with your mental health during a pandemic

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by Jaden Dunn | Reporter

Mental health has been a taboo topic seemingly since the beginning of time. With COVID-19, it is even more important to talk about.

The state of Oklahoma has been in a "new normal" since mid-March 2020. Rose State moved all classes online over spring break. Students have been dealing with the consequences of COVID-19 for months now, both physically and mentally.

Students lost their normal routines almost overnight. They went from going to class to having to figure out Zoom and have online meetings. Students were not able to go out and have fun with friends.

The stress of not being able to see friends, go out and the constant fear of what happens if someone gets the virus has taken its toll on students.

According to Healthline, there is over a 10% increase in people showing signs of depression. Thirty-seven percent is the normal percentage of people who show signs of depression. The current percentage is 49%.

According to the CDC, people who are more likely to have high-stress levels right now are children and teens, anyone with an underlying health issue, healthcare workers and first responders, people in the food industry and people with existing mental health conditions.

Many students fall into at least one of the conditions that can lead to higher stress in the middle of a pandemic.

The Crisis Text Line has several tips to help keep everyday life a little easier to deal with.

- Focusing on schoolwork can be a great way to distract and keep from focusing on the pandemic going on right now.

- Social media can be a great escape from work and worry. Instead of focusing on getting likes, actually be social. Message or DM people to have some social interaction in the middle of quarantine.

- Getting fresh air, turning off COVID-19 notifications, connecting to people via FaceTime or phone calls and reaching out if you need help.

The World Health Organization recommended keeping up with officials but not obsessing over what they say.

Rose State College has free counseling services available for students, faculty and staff. To book an appointment with a Rose State counseling team, call 733-7373 or email counselingservices@rose.edu.

Hotlines to use: Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Crisis Line 1-800-522-9054 The Crisis Text Line (text) 741741 National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for English or 1-888-628-9454 for Spanish In the case of an emergency, call 911.

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Making Things Normal Until Normal Returns

by Jacob Moody | Reporter

Learning and simple aspects of everyday life have had a drastic change in function since the widespread panic and protective measures taken in response to the coronavirus.

Regular cleanings, protective barriers, limited store occupancy and mandatory face masks have become the norm, at least for now. These new regulations and ways of operating, while under the grip of such a pandemic, have not kept their iron fist from the university.

However, this is not real news to anyone. Whether you are someone who goes to college, knows someone who does, or simply watches the news, it is apparent college students have been affected in a wide variety of ways. New protocol for students has been set in place, as well as classes being moved, revised structurally or simply canceled.

One aspect that seems to have slipped under the radar however, is that of clubs and extra class activities. Though not as centralized and focused on as the classes themselves, these activities still have a major influence on student life, and even how their careers may shape in the future.

In addition to the ongoing outbreak, a major power outage struck several buildings, bringing a halt to classes, teachers’ schedules, and, of course, clubs.

This only added insult to injury.

With all of these situations coming up at once, there were bound to be some changes around the corner. Clubs would need a massive change in how they operated.

Enter Phi Theta Kappa. This club is composed of the top tier students at Rose State College. They come from many different countries, including

Germany, Japan, Canada, as well as others. Its roots stretch back to the early 1900s in Missouri, and still stand strong today.

However, no matter how exclusive or impressive the group is, it is not immune to the effects and whims of a pandemic such as this. This fact held true for Phi Theta Kappa, and the group was required to improvise and leave behind its normal meeting rooms.

Even in such a dim situation, it does not mean that everything must come to a complete and abrupt halt. Teachers and club members alike came together with hopes of allowing students to continue to meet.

One such instructor was Professor Kelly Bailey, who serves as a PTK adviser.

“Our Phi Theta Kappa chapter at Rose State College is still going strong even through a pandemic and building shut down,” Bailey said. “PTK officers are now meeting in a conference room in the LRC each week for meetings and have transformed all member meetings to live via Zoom. We were able to get a little more creative with our Phi Theta Kappa Induction Ceremony, which will be held in November, by planning to hold it in the new Flex format.”

Humanities Dean Toni Castillo also cites her as a great help to the program in these choppy waters.

“Professor Kelly Bailey has been doing a wonderful job of keeping the club active and engaged despite both the pandemic and the building closure,” Castillo said.

With the help of diligent professors at Rose State, it is assured that students living the “new normal” will still have the college experience and can make a smooth transition back to the way things were once it's safe to do so, as long as everyone works with them to get it there.

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Rose State During a Pandemic: Is It Safe?

by Danica Brackett | Editor-in-Chief

Editor’s Note: All information in the following article was gathered prior to Oct. 9, 2020.

Rose State College moved all classes online in March 2020 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

What students thought would be an extended spring break, quickly turned into an entire semester.

After being off campus for over five months, students returned for the fall, however some faculty, staff and students were wary of returning because of safety concerns.

Before the fall semester started, a campus-wide email was sent to students, faculty and staff from Rose State College President Dr. Jeanie Webb.

This email informed students masks are mandatory while on campus.

“The college has taken multiple steps to enhance your safety when you return, to include widespread distribution of hand sanitizer, placement of protective barriers and the addition of floor markings,” via the campus-wide email from Webb.

While Webb said the school was taking necessary measures to ensure the safety of all students on campus, some remain concerned.

“I honestly don’t feel safe going to class on campus,” said a second-year pre-education major who wished to remain anonymous out of fear of retaliation.

The anonymous pre-education major also said they had not seen hand sanitizer in classes or markings on the floor, both of which Webb informed students would be going into effect to ensure their safety.

While students have been provided options such as Flex classes and more online course offerings, professors at Rose State College were not given the same opportunity to assess the risks they could encounter.

“We were not allowed to decide for ourselves whether it is best for us to teach from home or whether we should come to campus,” said a tenured professor via an online interview. This faculty member wished to remain anonymous.

If a professor wanted to teach from home, they had to provide letters from medical personnel to receive permission from the Human Resources office at Rose State to allow them to do so.

Rose State Media Group wanted to compare the recommended CDC COVID-19 “Operational Considerations for Schools” to Rose State College’s precautions. Let’s take a look at how the two measure up: Masks: The CDC recommends facial coverings. The City of Midwest City currently has a mask mandate in all businesses through Oct. 27, at that time they will look into a possible extension of this policy. Rose State requires face coverings on campus.

According to Health Sciences Dean Barbara Baumeister, Rose State is taking enough precautions to ensure the safety of students, staff and faculty while on campus. “[Masks] are completely effective,” Baumeister said in an interview via Zoom.

Baumeister explained masks work as a barrier. They help keep both the virus in if you are infected and prevent you from inhaling it if you are around someone who is.

While masks have been proven effective, according to an article titled, “Face Masks Against COVID-19: An Evidence Review” the authors wrote, “Thus we recommend the adoption of public cloth mask-wearing, as an effective form of source control, in conjunction with existing hygiene, distancing, and contact tracing strategies.”

When wearing a mask, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends it fits the face properly and covers both the mouth and nose.

The CDC also recommends masks have two or more layers and people should avoid touching their mask while wearing it.

When wearing a cloth mask, the CDC suggests washing them with warm water and soap or disinfecting them with bleach, isopropyl alcohol or hydrogen peroxide often.

Again, the CDC stated masks are most effective when combined with social distancing.

Social Distancing: The CDC recommends everyone not living within the same household keep a 6-foot distance between themselves and others “when feasible” and “limit crowding.”

As stated above, mask wearing is most effective in conjunction with social distancing.

Rose State didn’t think it was necessary to downsize its classes.

In fact, one of the anonymous student’s classes had to move into a larger room so they could better maintain social distancing.

This became more problematic when the Humanities and Social Sciences buildings were closed for the remainder of the semester because of an electrical issue.

“That is honestly a very difficult question to answer. Enforcement, of course, of all of this is very difficult as we can’t be everywhere at once,” said Joedon Hughes, the coordinator of safety and security and risk management, in an interview.

Rose State has signs displayed on doors entering buildings informing those on campus that social distancing is enforced.

That being said, nearly all students and faculty RSMG spoke with said social distancing was lacking on Rose State’s campus.

Disinfecting of Common Areas, including classrooms: As per the CDC, “Avoid sharing books, supplies, games, or other learning aides; if sharing is necessary due to limited supply, clean and disinfect between different students.”

In the email from Webb, she mentioned the school purchased electrostatic misters. These are used to disinfect an area fast and efficiently.

The electrostatic misters are used when Hughes is informed an infected person has been in the area.

Electrostatic misters are recommended by the US Environmental Protection Agency.

The misters are noted to be very efficient when it comes to disinfecting large areas such as schools, offices and businesses.

Aside from the electrostatic misters, Baumeister said, “there is disinfectant and paper towels in every classroom, so students that may think they are at higher risk have that available to them.”

As attested by the anonymous student, only one of their classes had disinfectant spray available. It happened to be one of their larger classes.

Baumeister mentioned students are not required to disinfect their areas before or after usage, because that is not the primary way it is transmitted.

“Risk assessment,” Baumeister explained, “As an individual, you need to make that evaluation.”

It is up to students to decide if they need to sanitize areas before they use them.

In an online survey conducted by Rose State Media Group, which allowed for anonymity, students requested that Rose State enforce disinfecting areas after usage not just after an individual tests positive.

A few weeks after the interview with Hughes, Rose State announced there would be daily disinfections of campus classrooms for the remainder of the semester.

"Currently, nearly all classrooms now have a ‘Disinfection Work

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Tracker’ card posted at their entrance," Hughes announced in a campus-wide email. "These cards will allow individuals to see, at a glance, if a classroom is being properly disinfected. The intent of this is to achieve transparency and maintain integrity in our disinfecting protocol."

Contact Tracing: Individuals should self-isolate (quarantine) for 14 days and be tested for COVID-19 if they have had close contact with someone who tested positive.

According to the CDC, “Close contact is defined by CDC as someone who was within 6 feet of an infected person for at least 15 minutes starting from two days before illness onset (or, for asymptomatic clients, two days prior to positive specimen collection) until the time the patient is isolated.”

According to the World Health Organization, contact tracing could be one of the most important factors in ending the pandemic.

Rose State recently implemented seating charts. Faculty are required to keep a tab on students’ seating during each class period and any contact they have had with other students while in the classroom.

When and if a student tests positive at Rose State College, professors are not informed unless they are seated within 6 feet of them for more than 15 minutes. This is the same for students as well.

In an interview with Hughes, when he was asked if students were required to show a negative test to return to campus, he immediately referred to the CDC website.

“Let me pull that up, because there is certain criteria,” said Hughes as he searched through the CDC website to find the proper information.

“Based on CDC criteria, if they are symptomatic, that is they are showing symptoms, at least 10 days have to pass since the symptom onset.”

Hughes also explained that symptomatic cases must go 24 hours without a fever and other symptoms must improve before that individual can return.

As for asymptotic cases, 10 days must pass since the positive viral test.

Hand Sanitizing: Hand sanitizing is an important part in preventing the spread of COVID-19, according to the CDC. They recommend using alcohol-based hand rubs that are anywhere from 60%-95% alcohol multiple times a day.

To determine the current amount of hand sanitizer on campus, Rose State Media Group went into every open classroom on campus.

While many classrooms had hand sanitizer in spray bottles, there were many classrooms, including large lecture halls that did not. However, some of these areas did have hand sanitizer upon entry to the building. It should also be noted hand sanitizer was delivered to some of these areas at the request of professors and staff who teach within the facility.

“The spray hand sanitizer is through an Edmond pharmaceutical company called Qualgen,” said Hughes.

Hughes also noted that it [spray hand sanitizer] is FDA approved and has the proper amount of alcohol content to fight against COVID-19.

The CDC has not yet disclosed if there is a major difference between gel and liquid sanitizers.

Although Rose State has provided spray hand sanitizer in the majority of classrooms, they could easily be mistaken for disinfectant spray, so students and faculty should check labels on the spray bottles before using them.

Mounting Frustrations.

Many will have different opinions when it comes to what is the right thing to do in this situation.

Based on the email from Webb, Rose State College administrators seem to be doing what they think is right. However,

faculty are feeling unheard.

“The administration is not listening to us, particularly the president,” said the anonymous tenured professor. “I feel like she does not hear our concerns.”

To ensure safety for those who are on campus, many attending live classes said Rose State needs to take more precautions and keep people informed.

“Transparency should not have to be forced by faculty and staff and student reporters,” said the anonymous tenured professor.

With most students, staff and faculty in agreement, safety for all those on campus should be Rose State’s No. 1 priority, not only for students but faculty and staff as well.

After reaching out to the President's office multiple times, Webb did not respond to comment on the matter.

For more information regarding safety precautions that should be taken during the COVID-19 pandemic, visit www. cdc.gov/coronavirus.

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What the Flex?

by Serena Woodard | Reporter

The infamous coronavirus left several schools and universities dependent on online classes after they closed doors. Now, colleges are implementing Flex, a program that empowers student choice and may even change the future of education.

The coronavirus pandemic, also known as COVID-19, forced doors shut across the world earlier this year. Small business owners, athletes and employees everywhere were deeply affected by the spread of the notorious virus.

It cost many Americans more than they were able to give.

This virus also caused various education outlets to close and lose valuable time with students.

Rose State College chose to finish the semester online with limited entry to campus for students who could not access the proper technology elsewhere. All summer classes were also moved online. As students were facing their own difficulty navigating classes online, Rose State faculty was challenged to create a design for the upcoming school year.

“We did know we needed a solution for this semester that allowed an easy transition to [move entirely] online if needed,” said Dr. Dana Lindon-Burgett, who holds a doctorate in educational psychology and serves as the Dean of E-Learning and Academic Outreach at Rose State College.

After careful thought and challenging conversation, Craig Dawkins, associate dean of the Business Information Technology Division, decided to pilot the design of Flex classes for Rose State College. He thinks even without the coronavirus, that the college was heading in the direction toward Flex classes.

“In January, for an entirely different reason, we were already in academic counsel before the COVID crisis hit,” Dawkins said. “The thought occurred to me that if we had some sort of flex class that allowed students to continue the course and finish remotely or via online it would mainly be reapproaching the classes to fix them into a flexible modality.”

The idea of Flex courses was first approached by San photo by Ashley Newsom

Francisco State University years ago. At the time, they were called “HyFlex” classes, an acronym for “hybrid flexible.” Students enrolled in HyFlex courses were able to choose whether they wanted to attend class in person or virtually. The classes could include both traditional and online learning activities.

Now redesigned by the Rose State faculty and staff, Flex courses are completely about student choice. There are two Flex categories.

Regular Flex courses do not require students to be present for any of the lectures. However, if they choose to attend, they can do so remotely (online) or in person.

Synchronized Flex courses require students to be present for lecture. The student can choose to attend in person or virtually.

Although a student never has to physically enter a Flex course’s classroom, the lessons are still much more than interactive television.

“We worked on developing a definition for this modality,” said Travis Hurst, associate vice president of Academic Affairs at Rose State College. “And how we would inform students of these offerings.”

Raiders jumped at the chance to have freedom and flexibility in their college courses. Now, if students need to leave the area for some time, they are still able to complete work and receive class credit.

A Rose State College President’s Leadership Class student is using Flex classes to her advantage.

“I am getting the chance to live in London, England this semester while still taking classes online, and I am so grateful,” said Maci Terry.

Rose State College is offering 325 designated Flex courses with over 5,500 enrollments.

There is no current data to show how many students are utilizing the classroom versus strictly learning through the web.

However, after the fall semester began, it was clear that many students were choosing to social distance and learn from home. Online course enrollment alone rose 26% compared to the 2019 fall semester.

The advantages Flex courses offer have not been taken for granted. Although the program is still young, faculty can already see the positive feedback.

“This [Flex courses] will be a continued offering,” Lindon-Burgett said. An average price for Flex courses has not yet been implemented and are being priced the same as face-to-face classes.

Rose State College was thrown a curve ball earlier this year, but the people of Rose did not back down. Rose State’s faculty stayed hard at work to improve the access to education for all students. Now, there is a new program that empowers student choice and change.

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Rose State College opens new Student Union

photos by Kenneth Beachler

by Beverly Agbor | Reporter

Rose State College is currently undergoing the construction of its new Student Union.

There has been a student center on Rose State’s campus since almost the beginning of the institution.

Time took its toll on the original building, and several years ago, Rose State College President Dr. Jeanie Webb received approval to develop a new building.

The Student Union is a two-story building. The second will largely consist of meeting rooms and the banquet hall for guests.

The new Student Union is nearly 50,000 square feet and serves many benefits. It will not only serve as a onestop-shop for students, but students will also be able to meet with advisers or grab some snacks from the new service area. There will be different food service areas in the building where students can hangout after class or study.

Students will also be able to visit the Rose State Bookstore where they can pick up books or Rose State gear.

The facility will house 5,500 square feet of open meeting space for students in the open atrium. The second floor will house a 400-seat banquet for events.

Tamara Pratt, vice president of External Affairs at Rose State College, is looking forward to the grand opening.

“Having all of these services in one location is a benefit to students who will no longer need to walk all over campus,” Pratt said.

The ribbon cutting of the Rose State Student Union took place Tuesday, Sept. 29, with tours of the facility offered afterward. Students, faculty, alumni and staff were in attendance.

However, the official opening of the building has been pushed back while Rose State makes the final touches to the latest addition to campus, with the goal to open sometime in October Ashley Foster, a second-year student at Rose State College majoring in psychology, shared her anticipation.

“I am excited to see the fun things the union center has to offer," she said.

With the renovation of the Learning Resources Center on the east side of campus, the new Student Union will provide the perfect book-end to the Campus Mall.

How Holidays Hurt

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by Laura Huskey | Assistant Editor

For all the joy that the holiday season brings, it can also bring along sadness and memories best forgotten. This is especially true within the Indigenous American community.

From Columbus Day to Thanksgiving, it is a constant battle for Indigenous Americans between celebrating and mourning.

Both Columbus Day and Thanksgiving have complicated histories. Many Indigenous Americans wish they could replace these holidays with national Indigenous appreciation and remembrance holidays.

The holiday season can be a source of pain for many Indigenous nations across the United States. The celebration of these holidays is often seen as a celebration of the removal of America’s Indigenous inhabitants.

“If I had the opportunity to have an influence on elementary teachers or even middle school teachers, I would want them to teach about this history, inform their students about the lands they currently live on and about the tribes in their area,” Stewart said.

The current issues affecting the Indigenous community within North America are filled with violence and destruction, not unlike what has plagued the community for centuries. Though these actions happen in more subtle manners nowadays, the cultural genocide continues as Indigenous people are continually pressured to assimilate into the wider culture.

As the holiday season grows closer, Indigenous communities all over the country are bringing awareness to the crisis of the missing and murdered Indigenous women across North America.

In Oklahoma, a bill was signed last year to officially merge both Columbus Day and Native American Day. This merger was supported by the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes.

Indigenous women face the highest chances of being assaulted or murdered out of any other group, with the likeliness of being murdered being 10 times higher.

Some saw this as a good first step to giving Indigenous Americans their deserved acknowledgment, while others wish the holidays could be erased.

In a collection of data done by the Urban Indian Health Institute, it was found that there were 506 cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls accurately documented across the country.

“The meaning of Columbus day hasn't evolved at all and needs to be removed entirely. There's no reason to celebrate him,” said Lex Bajéria, a psychology major and an Indigenous student. “We're taught that Columbus was a brave adventurer who brought on a new age of a new world for us, but that simply isn't true and erases the history of all the Natives that lost their lives at his hand.”

Today, most Americans view Thanksgiving as a day to show gratitude for what was given to them and a way to reconnect with family.

“Thanksgiving day is something that I can't deny has evolved from its origin,” Bajéria said. “I would prefer for it to not be a holiday still, but it's kind of different now in modern America. I can’t deny people a holiday like Thanksgiving when community is something we really need in America.”

From this data, Oklahoma is within the top 10 for the highest number of cases for Indigenous women and girls, being placed at the 10th spot, with 18 reported cases.

It is likely that the number of cases is much higher, as there has been a lack of proper documentation and data collection in multiple cities, according to the Urban Indian Health Institute.

“It's a one chance out of three that Native women are sexually assaulted. That's way too high. That means one out of me and my two sisters will be assaulted. That's horrifying,” Bajéria said.

Because of this crisis, gathering for the holidays can be painful or those who have been affected. The festivities of the holiday season can bring about grief for loved ones that have been lost.

The importance of bringing awareness to this national crisis will remain constant both throughout the holiday season and throughout the rest of the year.

Bajéria stressed the importance of knowing the history of these holidays. Erasing history to make it more appealing to modern sensibilities is a dangerous path to go down.

“If you erase what happened on that first Thanksgiving, you erase what really happened to the Natives.

The Natives didn't agree to go west and they didn’t agree to die. They were forced,” Bajéria said.

Isabella Stewart, an Indigenous student majoring in English, said that while the premise of Thanksgiving today is to have gratitude for your loved ones, it is ultimately a holiday that has amassed a history of violence, which in turn celebrates the violence of colonialism.

As we celebrate and find joy in the holidays this year, let us also remind ourselves that there is always more to learn from other people.

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It’s important to educate and teach children what the history of these holidays mean, so they can learn to look at issues more critically as they grow up and understand how these issues affect their Indigenous peers. illustration by laura huskey

Even within happiness, there can be deep pain, and it’s important for us to acknowledge and respect those who came before us and those who are still here.

STATE QUESTION 805 PARS WITH PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

by Kendall Walton | Reporter

Presidential elections are not the only significant choice Oklahomans are facing this November as State Question 805 appears on the ballot.

According to the Oklahoma State Election Board website, SQ 805 is an initiative petition that would “prohibit the use of a former felony conviction to increase the statutorily allowable base range of punishment for a person subsequently convicted of a felony.”

An initiative petition is a petition of signatures that is then introduced to the Oklahoma Supreme Court to be presented on a ballot.

Kayla Branch from the Oklahoman reported SQ 805 is a criminal justice reform measure that would end the use of sentence enhancements for repeat nonviolent offenders.

The Oklahoma State Election Board also wrote, “Individuals who are currently incarcerated for felony sentences that were enhanced based on one or more former felony convictions and whose sentences are greater than the maximum sentence that may currently be imposed for such felonies, may seek sentence modification in court.”

A person currently incarcerated would have the opportunity to petition the court for a reduced sentence based on these enhancements.

Sarah Edwards serves as president of “Yes on 805” and is a board member of Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform.

Edwards graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Law and worked with the Civil Legal Clinic.

Edwards said, “Oklahoma has one of the highest rates of imprisonment in the country. We have held a top spot with women’s incarceration, and the reason is the use of sentence enhancements for nonviolent crimes.”

Prisonpolicy.org reported an incline with female incarcerations in Oklahoma from 2010 to 2015 with sentences longer than one year.

Crime and Justice Institute wrote, “Oklahoma’s 2018 Criminal Justice Policy Solutions” that states 83% of female prison admissions were for nonviolent crimes.

“Sentence enhancements allow district attorneys to seek time above the maximum sentence already in law for the crime if somebody has a nonviolent prior,” Edwards said.

Edwards also said SQ 805 can potentially save taxpayers through reduced sentencing.

According to Edwards, if SQ 805 passes, Oklahomans can save about $186 million over the next 10 years. The funds will redirect towards mental health and substance abuse treatments, education, job training and programs

known for stopping criminal behavior.

“Our figures from our data and research suggest that currently 8% of the current prison population, approximately 2,000 inmates would be eligible for resentencing,” Edwards said. “Inmates that received these enhancements can petition the court to have their sentences modified.”

The president for the Oklahoma District Attorneys Association, Angela Marsee, disagrees.

“If State Question 805 passes, Oklahomans can expect public safety consequences,” Marsee wrote via email.

“Judges and juries will no longer be able to increase an offender’s sentence.”

First-time offenders and career criminals will be tried and sentenced equally and diminish accountability for repeat offenders. Offenders who have been previously lawfully sentenced and currently incarcerated will have their sentence modified if petitioned in front of the court.

“Violent repeat offenders will benefit from reduced penalties at the expense of public safety for our communities generally and victims of crime specifically,” Marsee wrote.

In 2016, State Questions 780 and 781 were passed, which lowered simple drug possession felonies to misdemeanors. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation reported decreases in rates of robbery, burglary, and aggravated assault from 2017-2019.

Offenders convicted of nonviolent offenses are to be considered for parole after serving no more than 25% of any term for incarceration. If an offender were sentenced to five years in prison (60 months), they would have to be considered for parole after serving 25% (60 x 25% = 15 months).

Examples of nonviolent crimes that have a maximum punishment of five years in prison are domestic abuse in the presence of a child, aggravated assault and battery, stalking, cruelty to animals and violation of protective order resulting in physical injury.

The Oklahoma District Attorneys Association has taken a position of opposition to SQ 805.

SQ 805 needed 178,000 signatures and achieved over 260,000 in 80 days before cutting the process short due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Edwards’ passion for human services and child welfare, as well as previously working for Gov. Brad Henry on parole and pardons, led her to spearhead “Yes on 805.”

Edwards also helped advance State Questions 780 and 781 in 2016 and has hope for State Question 805.

Edwards said, “State Question 805 does not want free passes. Just maximum time and no extra penalties. Prison is not what works. We can do better and stop the cycle.”

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Rally for Racial Justice

by Hannah Bryant | Reporter

On Aug. 22, a local event called The Rally for Racial Justice took place at Rose State’s Center for Success, Inclusion and Diversity.

The event was created and hosted by Taylor Bishop, 17, Aiyana Washington,1 7, and Korbin Crawford, 19. Bishop is a student at Choctaw High School, where Washington graduated in May 2020, and Crawford in 2019.

They were inspired by a youth protest they attended at Nappy Roots Bookstore on June 23, and began planning an event of their own.

Each co-host spoke on stage throughout the event about a different topic involving racism and the Black Lives Matter movement.

The event drew many students, professors, community members and press. Socially distant seating was set up, along with free waters to help hydrate supporters while listening to speakers and engaging in conversation.

After an introductory and informative speech by Washington, Gregory II, host of local organization Poetry and Chill OKC and nonprofit Poetry and Chill Kids, delivered two passionate poems about being Black in America, and the current state of racial affairs, specifically in Oklahoma.

Interspersed between each segment, the co-hosts led chants highlighting recent victims of police brutality.

Crawford educated the crowd on microaggressions, which is a comment or action that subtly and often unconsciously or unintentionally expresses a prejudiced attitude toward a member of a marginalized group.

He then introduced Oklahoma City Councilwoman Nikki Nice, who is the 10th woman and the second woman of color to serve on the city council.

She reviewed the rich history of Oklahoma’s black communities throughout the city and metro area, encouraging others to dig deeper into the past to remember the black cities that once thrived. She also encouraged young people to familiarize themselves with policy to help contribute to true changes in Oklahoma City.

Tonico Brown then performed the Black national anthem, “Lift Every Voice And Sing.”

Organizer Taylor Bishop spoke on the normalized nature of systemic racism that affects the Black community every day.

Tyreke Baker of The Black Times shared his experience of being arrested while covering peaceful protests and projects over the story. He was held in the county jail, released and then notified he was charged with incitement to riot and his bond was set at $200,000.

Organizers took a moment to focus on voter registration and provided pamphlets with an abundance of resources with voting information, educational books and movies and more.

Sheri Dickerson of Black Lives Matter Oklahoma finished out the afternoon by speaking on the fight for liberation from racism. She expressed with urgency that the community needs to turn to each other for strength and renewal on the path to justice and restoration for Black people in Oklahoma.

She pointed out that college students are being passed the baton in the movement for racial justice, and are proving that they will do the necessary work of questioning government leaders and legislation and continuing to organize and protest

for equality in all its forms.

Oklahoma public schools and the community have room to grow to become more inclusive for everybody.

“I’ve felt an extreme lack of support from both our faculty members and our peers as students,” said Bishop.

She said her and the other organizers felt as if they were blown off by school administrators when they never responded to an invitation to the Rally.

“By implementing more diversity and inclusion and actually caring about your minority students in education, that leads to progress for future generations,” said Bishop.

The students felt like when they try to speak to school leadership about racial problems, the immediate reaction they receive is defensiveness rather than listening.

Crawford said he hopes Rose State will be more vocal and supportive of their Black student body in the future.

“You have to have uncomfortable conversations,” he said.

Washington encouraged minority students to continue to speak with their administrators on topics that matter to them, and push for classroom curriculum and discussion that encourages important conversations on race.

“Listen, evaluate and then act. You have to listen to these new perspectives in order to learn. Then you can evaluate your own biases and where you’re privileged, or evaluate the way our society treats those who are of the minority communities.

Then act with us, march with us, rally with us and don’t let this movement be something that our grandchildren see in one paragraph of their textbook down the road. We want lasting change,” said Bishop.

The Rally For Racial Justice was a testament to the dedication of local students to keep the meaningful conversation on racism from becoming stagnant.

photo by Hannah Bryant

Election Guide for New Voters

by Serena Woodard | Reporter

Election season can be a stressful time, especially for new voters. Below are some tips and important information to remember for navigating the polls.

The first thing a person must do in order to vote is register.

Obtain this form from a post office or by printing one from online. Mail these forms to the local election office. Oklahoma’s deadline to register to vote is Oct. 9.

When registering, voters need to choose the political party with which they will affiliate. In Oklahoma, there are only three political parties that are recognized: Democratic, Republican and Libertarian parties. Registering under a political party allows voters to participate in that party’s primaries.

If a person does not want to join a party, they need to clarify themselves as an Independent. The Democratic party is currently the only party allowing registered Independents to vote in its primary elections.

Another important piece of voting is knowing how each state handles elections. It is a general rule that you have to be 18 years old or older to cast a vote in the United States.

In Oklahoma, you must present a valid ID under the “Proof of Identity” law that passed in November 2010. It is recommended to use a personal voter identification card or any other federal or state document that includes a name, photo and expiration date that is later than the day one is voting.

If a voter is registered but cannot or refuses to present a valid ID, they can request to use a provisional ballot by signing a sworn affidavit to prove their identity.

According to the Oklahoma State Election Board, a provisional ballot is placed aside instead of being counted on the voting device. The day after voting ends, County Election Board officials will review the voter’s information and decide if the vote should officially be counted.

This year, due to safety concerns, a popular method of voting is by mailing in an absentee ballot. This allows the voter to safely social distance from inside their home, but still participate in democratic events.

“The convenience of absentee ballots is amazing … and it has increased voter turnout,” said Dr. Emily Stacey, a Rose State Social Sciences faculty member and author who obtained a doctorate in political communications.

All Oklahoma voters who plan on using this method of

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Important Deadlines Register to Vote: Postmarked by Oct. 9 Register for an Absentee Ballot: 5 p.m. Oct. 27 Submit Absentee Ballot: Received by Nov. 3 Early Voting: Oct. 29-31 (dates and times determined by location) Voting In Person?

Know your polling place.

Educate yourself on the candidates and their platforms, state questions and other ballot questions.

Bring your voter ID card or a form of identification. voting for the 2020 presidential election need to give a completed absentee application to their County Election Board.

Applications can be received no later than 5 p.m. on Oct. 27.

If voting in person, it is vital to know your polling location.

This can be found on the Oklahoma Voter Portal website.

One of the last, but most important things about voting is understanding the candidates and their platforms.

“So many people believe it is blue versus red and that you cannot like someone from the other side,” Stacey said.

The reality of choosing a candidate is focusing on personal core beliefs and seeing how each candidate’s platform reflects these. A simple way to learn about candidates is by searching their name on the internet and finding trusted sources.

“Use local individual’s media like NonDoc by homegrown journalists and scope out social media pages, that’s the best advice I can give you,” she said.

If a voter is still indecisive or a platform seems unclear after thorough research via the internet, it may be best to go straight to the source.

“Contact them to find out. You might be surprised at how easy it is to reach out to candidates for public office,” said James Davenport, a Rose State government professor.

Although this time of year can be stressful for many, there are ways to help navigate the political debate. Use these tips to make the most of the 2020 election season.

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NATIVE HERITAGE MONTH

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by Laura Huskey | Assistant Editor

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s November appears around the corner, it brings National Native Heritage Month along with it. Although November is the main time Indigenous Americans are recognized and celebrated by the nation, Indigenous Americans celebrate their heritage all year long.

Indigenous Americans view their existence as an act of resistance.

It’s a testament that they are still alive, even through all of the horrors and sorrows their families faced.

Native history is American history, and particularly in Oklahoma, knowing this history is crucial to our understanding of our place here.

Exploring your heritage is an exciting thing for anyone to do, but for Indigenous Americans, it can mean much more. By learning and connecting more with their cultures, it can ease the senses of longing and pain that were placed there by the processes of colonization.

Colonization in America affected Indigenous Americans in disastrous ways. Populations were infected by diseases, violence and the theft of resources and land. Cultures were erased and traditions were forcibly forgotten due to the institution of residential schools and the outlawing of cultural activities. Up until the 1930s, powwows and other traditional and cultural practices were considered illegal.

The population of Native Americans dropped dramatically within the last 500 years. According to the US Census Bureau, the current total population of Native Americans in the United States is less than 3%.

Because of these factors, finding pride within their heritage and keeping it alive becomes an important task.

photograph by latisha litsui / modeling by coral holiday

“To me, my Indigenous heritage is a legacy,” said Madelyn Kelly, a Navajo student and communication sciences and disorders major.

“It’s a connection through shared heritage and history to all of the family that came before me or that I was never able to meet.”

With more tribes and nations introducing cultural classes and workshops, there is a gradual increase in younger Native Americans learning about their respective cultures. The number of speakers of Indigenous American languages has been on the rise because of classes like these.

Kelly agreed language reclamation projects are valuable. Language is a foundation for communities and language reclamation projects are an integral part of passing along traditions and culture.

“It’s amazing to be able to introduce myself to more than I knew before,” said Coral Holiday, a member of the Navajo Nation. “I

think I still have a long way to go, but little steps will help me become better involved with my community.”

Often, elders within the communities will step up to the plate to teach the younger generations to keep their cultures alive. Telling stories, sharing traditional knowledge and even teaching games are all ways that elders take part in passing along heritage.

“We had a few elders in our classes and they were so sweet, so willing to teach even when I had trouble understanding them. They made such an impact on me growing up,” Holiday said. “Speaking with the elders is the best thing about growing up Indigenous.”

Because of the hard work of these elders, the younger generation continues to grow more passionate in their wish to inform people and to show pride and appreciation for their heritage.

But this is not always easy. Young Indigenous Americans today are continuously fighting against stereotypes and the lasting effects of colonialism.

One of the more subtle yet prevalent effects is the concept of blood quantum.

“Blood quantum is used to tell ‘how Indigenous’ someone is, and often, mixed children can be treated very poorly even when raised completely within the community,” Kelly said. “Both of these problems are steeped in colonialism, and we as a community really need to reflect on why we cling so hard to beliefs that make it harder for people to connect to their heritage.”

Indigenous Americans wish more people, both within the community and out, would be understanding of the fact blood quantum is not something to be praised as it betrays the values of many nations.

Involvement in the community is the key part to showing pride in one’s heritage.

“Involvement is actively trying to participate in the culture.

Whether that be educating yourself, attending community gatherings, spreading awareness and traditional knowledge, or helping preserve the language,” Kelly said. “It has to be a conscious decision to interact with your heritage.

Each tribe and nation has its own unique traditions, beliefs, food, clothing and stories. Indigenous American cultures are not monolithic.

Despite these differences, Indigenous people from all across America come together and celebrate their survival and their resilience this November and every month before and after.

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QANON

by Hannah Bryant | Reporter

An election year is typically one with lots of media frenzy, but unique controversies and a global pandemic have contributed to this year’s disorienting nature.

Nothing is a better representation of that than QAnon: a rightwing movement that is viewed as a cult, a deliberate misinformation campaign, a scavenger hunt or the answer to exposing the truth and being a true patriot, depending on who you ask.

QAnon is the name of a movement based on the theory that a group of Democratic politicians, Hollywood figures and many other powerful people are part of a child sex trafficking scandal.

It’s believed by QAnon supporters these people are plotting against President Donald Trump, and he has been fighting a secret war against them. They believe he is going to expose the truth and deliver the world from the rule of this Satanic establishment, also known as "Deep State".

According to the theory, there will come a day known as “The Storm,” when all guilty parties will be arrested and imprisoned as a result of Trump and the US military winning this war and restoring order to the country, relieving it from the pedophiles running it.

QAnon originated in October 2017 when a user of the anonymous message board website 4chan began posting information, often presented as cryptic clues, under the name “Q.” The identity of Q is still unknown, and many supporters believe they’re a top government official.

Q posted many times on 4chan, eventually spreading to the platform 8chan, which rebranded as 8kun last year. They periodically drop vague information related to the main theory about the cabal of celebrity sex traffickers. One of the defining qualities of QAnon is that each member is supposed to take the information and go do their own research independently to draw conclusions and post about their findings.

Members have taken to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube to showcase their support for the Q mission and new theories they have. The QAnon movement as a whole has picked up steam on these bigger platforms, and has adopted many new conspiracies along the way.

With the leap to better known websites, QAnon also expanded its audience significantly. What was once a conspiracy theory hidden in the shadows of the Internet has grown into a crusade sweeping up evangelical Christians, YouTubers and even politicians.

QAnon has been linked to Pizzagate, a debunked theory that a child trafficking ring was being run out of a pizza restaurant in Washington, D.C., which led to a man who shot an AR-15-style rifle in the family restaurant.

Another popular theory within QAnon is that some celebrities harvest a drug called adrenochrome from torturing trafficked children, and then use it to keep themselves looking youthful.

Adrenochrome is a compound that comes from the chemical adrenaline. However, there’s still no scientific evidence that it

acts as a psychedelic drug like those claims state.

Since QAnon theory evolved to state Trump is the figure who will bring righteousness to the world, reporters have asked him about the community’s surge in popularity during press conferences.

“Well, I don’t know much about the movement, other than I understand they like me very much, which I appreciate,” he responded.

After the same reporter explained in further detail that believers think he is going to expose a satanic, cannibalistic ring of pedophiles, he didn’t disprove it.

“Well, I haven’t heard that, but is that supposed to be a bad thing or a good thing? If I can help save the world from problems, I’m willing to do it. I’m willing to put myself out there," he said.

Many expected Trump to distance himself from the movement after previous instances of short answers when asked about the topic.

George Lang, a local Oklahoma City journalist thinks the president is allowing the QAnon trend to continue.

“To a great degree, Donald Trump is not trying to shut this down. He sees it as working to his advantage,” Lang said.

A Media Matters analysis of Trump’s interactions with QAnon content on Twitter confirmed that as of Aug. 20, he has retweeted accounts that promote the QAnon theory at least 216 times.

Since the COVID-19 outbreak, he has boosted accounts that support QAnon at least 121 times.

This theory has gained a legitimate political foothold. In addition to ambiguous endorsement from Trump, there has been an increasing number of candidates running for seats in Congress who are self-proclaimed QAnon supporters.

Marjorie Green is the Republican candidate running for a seat in the House of Representatives in Georgia’s 14th Congressional district, a position she’s likely to win.

In a video from 2017, she said, “There's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take this global cabal of Satan-worshiping pedophiles out, and I think we have the President to do it.”

She has recently rolled back her support for QAnon, but her primary victory and support from Trump show the party may be becoming more accepting of such ideology and theories.

“Congratulations to future Republican Star Marjorie Taylor Greene on a big Congressional primary win in Georgia against a very tough and smart opponent. Marjorie is strong on everything and never gives up - a real WINNER!,” wrote Trump in a tweet.

In August 2019, it was revealed the FBI had created a document warning about the dangers of conspiracy theories, specifically QAnon. It mentioned two incidents of violence that had been linked to QAnon, and identified such theories as a domestic terrorist threat.

This August, a piece of legislation was introduced in the US House as a bipartisan resolution meant to denounce QAnon as a “dangerous, anti-Semitic, conspiracy-mongering cult that the FBI

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says is radicalizing Americans to violence,” as co-sponsor of the bill Rep. Tom Malinowski tweeted.

This is the first time QAnon has been explicitly mentioned in any kind of legislation on a federal level. What this demonstrates is that more people are starting to perceive the conspiracy as a current issue that is demanding of attention.

“If you had asked me in February about QAnon, I would say ‘This is a passing fantasy. It’s silly. It’s not gonna go anywhere, there’s no traction.’ But in March, the mention of (QAnon) went up sevenfold. Why? Because of COVID. People were grasping for answers and this was an easy answer,” said Dr. John Wood, an associate professor at the University of Central Oklahoma.

It doesn’t just provide an answer to some of Trump’s opposition in office or the recently popular “Save the Children” movement.

Wood has noticed members of the movement will embrace other unrelated ideas, such as believing that the COVID-19 pandemic is a hoax.

“QAnon is an amalgamation of all sorts of conspiracy theories,” he said. “They believe in all sorts of things.”

Dr. Emily Stacey at Rose State College has studied QAnon for her book, “Global Politics, Political Participation, and the Rise of Nationalism: Emerging Research and Opportunities,” which will be released in early spring 2021.

She believes the vulnerability of today’s American audience due to lack of proper research leads to an increase of support for these theories.

“The mainstreaming of conspiracy theories, fake news and misinformation into modern politics via digital platforms, notably social media has had a major influence on politics offline and the behavior of political actors in the real world, including voting changes and willingness to participate (in rallies, demonstrations, campaigns or something more violent, etc.).”

When any kind of online movement begins to grow, it picks up people along the way who identify with different aspects of the movement. It’s not possible to gain a sufficient understanding of what QAnon supporters believe without hearing personal stories on an individual level.

Jennifer Hutchings is the owner of a local advertising business in Oklahoma City. She is a QAnon supporter and has been vocal about her association with the theory, even displaying an American flag with a Q on it outside of her business - something she says has resulted in vandalism and threats.

For her, the connection to QAnon was formed through a topic she was already passionate about.

“I’ve been supporting missions to rescue women out of sex slavery for almost 15 years. No one would talk about it on mainstream media. It made me angry.

I mentioned it to someone, and they said there is someone talking about it. And it was Q.” “If saving children and exposing darkness, corruption and lies … if this bothers you, then you are part of the problem. The “goal” of QAnon is multifaceted, but the key point in my opinion is to wake the masse — ­ bring hope that justice is being served and QAnon is a plan to save the world. As freakishly weird as that sounds.”

She doesn’t see QAnon as a political or religious organization, but simply the truth that is being blocked from the public by mainstream media.

It’s hard to wrap your head around an issue that is so isolated in

nature, in which some people believe it to be a poison in our democracy and others believe it to be the only light in the darkness of the world.

“We’ve been in such a state of turmoil for so long, over the last four years. And there are a lot of people who want an answer to what’s going on in the world,” Lang said. “So in a way, I sympathize with their plight, because they’re like everyone else — they’re looking for answers.”

Wood said it all comes down to a classic plot that all humans love to cling to, especially in anxious times.

“It makes you feel a lot more comfortable, like, ‘I’m on the side of good and you guys are on the side of evil.’ It’s an easy narrative of good and evil, and fighting the fight.”

This wouldn’t be the first time people turned to a conspiracy theory in a time of cultural upheaval. McCarthyism, the John Birch Society and the Satanic panic of the '80s and '90s all mirror the sentiments of QAnon: that there are bad people doing bad things, and dedicated believers are coming together to help expose the truth.

Each of those instances shaped the way we look back at those times in our nation’s history, and QAnon will probably do the same. We may even experience the effects of this more immediately as our current timeline is a culmination of numerous pivotal happenings at once.

“The impact of QAnon is providing validity to other movements that are based around non-truths, mis-or-disinformation. This movement is providing a platform for folks to accuse others of crimes based on their social media activity, which seems dangerous socially, but also a legal gray area,” said Stacey. “QAnon may be the straw that breaks the proverbial camel's back and ushers in even loose regulations of speech online.”

We’re living in an era of a constant information stream during a momentous presidential election, while social media hackers are as prevalent as ever.

In this moment, each American has a duty to themselves and their country to do the active work of seeking out facts and evidence while disinformation is leaching onto your timelines, news segments and dinner table conversations.

“The great enemy of truth is very often not the lie — deliberate, contrived and dishonest — but the myth — persistent, persuasive and unrealistic. Too often we hold fast to the cliche of our forebears. We subject all facts to a prefabricated set of interpretations. We enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought,” - John F. Kennedy, 1962

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The Haunted Urban Legend of the Skirvin Hotel a collab by Selena Williams (alumni) and Danica Brackett (editor-in-chief)

The Skirvin Hotel is one of the finest historical places to stay in Oklahoma, but the presence that lurks within its walls is what this establishment is most known for.

The Skirvin Hotel was built in 1910 by oilman William Balser Skirvin. He was determined to have the most superb hotel in all of the southwest. The Skirvin’s doors opened in 1911. It also happened to be one of the first places with air conditioning in Oklahoma.

At the time, the hotel consisted of two 10-story towers that contained 224 rooms. In the 1930s, they enhanced the Skirvin by adding a third wing. They also leveled out the structure at 14-stories tall. This increased the room count to 525 rooms.

The Skirvin also contained a ballroom that seated 500 and many Austrian chandeliers that cost more than $100,000 each.

The Oklahoma showplace became a popular speakeasy during Prohibition. The 10th floor was reserved for gambling, “loose women” and illegal beverages.

It was during this time that W.B. Skirvin was said to have had an affair with one of the hotel maids, who was later referred to as Effie by former employees in the early 1980s.

While W.B. Skirvin was partaking in the affair, the mistress became pregnant. In fear of his wife finding out, he locked Effie in a room on the 10th floor.

Effie soon grew depressed and even after the birth of her child; she was still not let out of the room. Half out of her mind, she finally grabbed the infant child and threw herself, along with the baby, out of the window.

There is no proof that this actually happened. It is not recorded anywhere. Simply, it is just a commonly known legend that is told a few different ways.

The Skirvin Hotel closed its doors and was abandoned in 1988.

The hotel was supposedly the site of numerous séances and a meeting place for devil-worshippers, and at least four people (besides Effie and her baby) have perished there.

A reporter for The Oklahoman, Steve Lackmeyer, wrote that he does not believe in ghosts but has seen some weird things.

“The power box to the hotel was pulled in the early 1990s after the building was virtually abandoned by an out-of-state owner,” he wrote. “Yet for more than a dozen years, a single light bulb in the lobby chandelier stayed on. Based on our research, it was over the spot where Skirvin would sit in his chair, giving thumbs up or down on which visitors would be allowed a room.”

The Skirvin Hotel is an eerie place. Many unexplainable things have happened there.

Nineteen years later, the Skirvin Hotel reopened in 2007 after $50 million in renovations.

There are people such as many NBA basketball players and regular everyday guests who have claimed to have experienced paranormal encounters and sightings at the Skirvin Hotel.

In 2011, ESPN’s Bill Simmons said in a Bleacher Report article, that he heard crying babies during his time at the Skirvin Hilton.

He recounts his tale of staying on the Skirvin’s 10th floor in a sidebar of a story on his NFL picks. At around 4:30 a.m., he

awoke to what sounded like a crying baby in his room. He got the distinct feeling that someone else was in the room with him.

The crying was urgent and seemed to be coming from near the window. He flipped on the light and the crying stopped.

Weeping children is not the only creepy occurrence at The Skirvin.

Staff members have claimed to see maid carts moving on their own. Indicating that Effie is still at work to this day.

Many male guests have reported seeing an apparition of a female lurking around their rooms.

According to an article on the Ranker website, in 1994 a security guard revealed his story to a group who liked to explore the abandoned hotel. He related the story of “Effie” (though he said the events took place on the eighth floor, not the 10th). Effie revealed herself through the scent of lavender perfume, he said.

Her spirit would try to seduce men, including him.

On one occasion, the ghost told the guard that she wanted him to join her in the afterlife. She manifested in the truck he was driving and held the guard’s leg to the gas pedal, trying to make him crash.

Coincidentally enough, the way W.B Skirvin died was horrifyingly similar.

Skirvin died on March 25, 1944, when he and his friend, Earl Saxon, were cut off by a hit-and-run driver who forced them off the road and into a creek bed near Grand Boulevard.

Could Skirvin’s mysterious mistress maid, Effie, be the cause of his death? Did she appear in the suspect’s vehicle and force him to run Skirvin off the road?

If, in fact, she did come back for the lover that led to her demise; and in turn, took his life.

This is just another legend. To this day, many people stay at the Skirvin Hotel in hopes of having a paranormal experience.

If this seems intriguing, visit the Skirvin Hotel’s website and book a room at www.skirvinhilton.com. photo by Steve Seegar

HAUNTED OKLAHOMA

The Plaza District of Oklahoma City written by Devon Cook | Reporter

Think about waking up, getting in the car and driving to explore different places in your city you’ve never visited before. Some people cannot wait for their arrival. The feeling is immeasurable once you reach that destination.

Many people have their favorite places to visit but what makes the location special? Is it the people, the culture or the scenery?

The Plaza District brings people in from surrounding areas all over Oklahoma City.

Located on and around 16th Street, the Plaza is filled with local establishments and restaurants that can help create a day full of memories and fun with friends or family.

When you first arrive in the district, you will notice the parking in the area is scarce. While this can be an issue for some, the benefit is that all the establishments are all within walking distance from one another.

For visitors who are a fan of theater, be sure to head on over to the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma. With live performances that range for children or adults, the establishment produces Broadway-caliber production and helps educate visitors in the field of arts.

There is also the newest addition to the district, UpDown. The venue consists of many popular video game titles from the 1980s and early '90s guests are provided with a pleasant social experience of a bar while incorporating the nostalgic feel of an arcade setting.

If visitors are wanting to shop and are into collectibles or vintage clothing, there are also many businesses in the establishment they can visit. Dig It boutique specializes in many brands, as well as jewelry crafted by locals. With reasonable prices and friendly staff, this store is one of a kind with its selection of bargains.

The Thrive Mama is also another popular attraction for women who are expecting or for families with young children. From toys to clothes, this is the perfect place to find a gift for a friend or family member who is expecting or has a baby.

The food selection is also a key role in the popular district.

“Without a doubt, the Plaza District has some of the best food spots in Oklahoma City,” said Austin Dobbins, a frequent volunteer in the area.

From Japanese cuisine, high class options or Southern comfort dishes, there is a variety of food for anyone who visits the district.

Pie Junkie is a local favorite that has gained national notoriety after being featured on the Food Network.

With many varieties of desserts to choose from that are made with fresh ingredients, this establishment should be on your list to satisfy any craving of sweets.

Empire Slice House is another great restaurant that serves affordable New-York style pizza, as well as a full bar with operating hours that go late into the night.

Overall, the Plaza is a free fun option available for anyone wanting to get out of the house and explore the vivid environment. Whether you are taking pictures, browsing local art or spending time with loved ones, the strip offers an artistic vibe and can fit anyone’s budget in the process. photo by Danica Brackett

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Drive-in Movies Could Be the New Normal

by Tyler Hays | Reporter With movie theaters slow to reopen due to the COVID-19 pandemic, drive-in movies created an alternative for a fun and affordable night out.

There is less risk at a drive-in movie because people are spread out on blankets while watching the movie and in individual cars listening on the radio. There is more freedom at drive-in movies, as well.

Linda Salyer is a Guthrie resident and has been consistently going to drive-in movies for almost 50 years.

“My favorite part of the drive-in experience is watching the movie outdoors under the stars,” Salyer said. “It is better than going to the regular theaters because it is outside, and you can talk to family and friends. The kids can run around and play before the start of the movie also.”

The Winchester Drive-In Theater is the last drive-in in Oklahoma City.

It has been a favorite location amongst Oklahomans since 1968 and is located at 6930 S. Western Ave. in OKC. Jeff Massad is an operator and manager at the Winchester.

“The employees at the Winchester can’t thank the city enough for its continued support,” Massad said. “We are humbled by the support, love and affection given to the Winchester over the years and still today.”

The Winchester is showing one movie a night as a safety precaution as opposed to two.

Movies usually start just after sunset so movies will be starting earlier in the fall and winter. Visit www.winchesterdrivein.com, and follow Winchester Drive-In Theater on Facebook and wichester.drivein on Instagram for updates on the latest movies and showtimes.

Other drive-in theaters in the Oklahoma City metro area are Beacon Drive-In located in Guthrie and Chief Drive-In located in Chickasha.

Visit www.beacondrive-in.com for upcoming dates and movies and follow www.chiefdriveintheatre.com for showtimes, dates and rules.

Both the Beacon and Chief drive-ins are also taking the COVID-19 precautions seriously. Attendees are required to wear a mask when going to the concessions. Safety is the top priority.

As new movies start to be released, the drive-ins will have newer options to screen as well as fun classics for everyone to enjoy.

Do not miss a fun opportunity to enjoy a safe night out at the movies while supporting the local drive-ins.

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Bringing Back Nostalgia

by Devon Cook | Reporter

At the height of arcade popularity during the 1970s and 1980s, most were usually located and placed in areas such as amusement parks, pubs and restaurants in order to entertain customers or anyone who was in the facility.

Today, arcades have become uncommon and it is rare to see them around in working condition. This is due to the development of at-home consoles that allow individuals the enjoyment of video games within the comfort of their home.

However, with the grand opening of Up-Down located in the Plaza District in Oklahoma City, competitive and casual gamers have a place to enjoy a wide selection of classic arcade games.

Up-Down provides residents with the pleasant social experience of a bar while combining the entertainment and nostalgic feel of an arcade.

Arcades in today’s era are more geared toward enjoying the evening out with family or friends. Whether players like to beat high scores or enjoy games after a hard week of work, the venue helps fulfill those needs.

Typically, arcade games are quite simple and enjoyable. Arcades help players understand easy ways to learn certain titles which can normally take some type of skill to play. Games will usually start off with short levels in which overtime, increase in difficulty which creates the thrill for anyone who enjoys playing.

Up-Down creates the environment with a dark venue with flashing lights, reflective sounds and in a public place which is different from playing at home.

The establishment offers customers a menu of delightful drinks and food followed by the main attraction which is a variety of popular classics from the ‘90s to the early 2000s.

This includes games such as Donkey Kong, Pac-Man and Asteroids alongside console hits such as Tekken 3, Soul Caliber and Street Fighter. In addition to these games, Up-Down also offers skee-ball, shooting games and pinball.

The Plaza District provides an outstanding location for Up-Down as it is home to many restaurants and vibrant graffiti pieces with live music to help lighten the area. The venue is a great addition to the popular area because many people who go out to hang out appreciate an alternative at a bar other than drinking.

Although the coronavirus has affected many establishments all over Oklahoma City, Up-Down has and continues to take many precautions in order to keep customers safe.

For example, all players are required to wear a mask upon entering the building and sanitation stations are available to wipe down arcade cabinets before playing. The Up-Down staff also monitors and wipes down cabinets after players finish playing their respective titles. Hand sanitizer is also available throughout the venue to help prevent the spread of germs on the machines.

While arcades have most certainly developed over the past years and are completely different to when they were first introduced, technology has played a role in the demise of the popular franchise. Up-Down, however, has provided the sentimental and nostalgic value for players who grew up with the arcade experience during their childhood.

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CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

photo by Danica Brackett

Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 3 Hours

Ingredients: 1 whole chicken 1 bag of baby carrots 2 celery stalks 1 bag of extra-wide egg noodles 2 chicken bouillon cubes Salt and pepper to taste Bay leaves Water 1. Start by cleaning your whole chicken.

Remove the neck and the giblets from inside the chicken. It might seem a little difficult when it comes to removing the neck. Using a knife, carefully, cut through the neck to remove it.

2. Once the chicken is cleaned, place it into a large pot. Sprinkle salt and pepper on top of the chicken and add 2 bay leaves. Add enough water into the pot so that the chicken is completely covered.

5. Chop carrots and celery and add to the broth. These can be optional, but they help add flavor to the broth.

6. Remove the skin from the chicken and shred the meat. Be careful not to burn yourself, try using two forks.

7. Add chicken and bouillon cubes into the broth. Stir occasionally, you don't want the now shredded chicken to burn to the bottom of the pan.

8. Once the broth is brought back to boil, add noodles. Cook until noodles are al dente. This will take about 10 minutes.

3. Boil for 2 hours. Flip the chicken every 30 minutes. Add water if needed.

9. Add salt and pepper to taste, either to your own personal bowl or to the entire pot.

4. Remove chicken and bay leaves from the broth. Be careful, it is hot.

10. Enjoy!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 2 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup oat milk (any dairy-free milk) 1 1/2 tablespoon dairy-free chocolate chips 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 tablespoon coconut sugar (other sugars will work as well)

1. Add oat milk into a large mug, microwave for 1 minute.

2. Once the milk is heated, incorporate the cocoa powder, chocolate chips and sugar.

Mix well.

3. Place back into the microwave for 30 seconds. Heat until it is your preferred temperature.

4. Taste, add more sugar if needed. photo by Danica Brackett

5. Enjoy!

VEGAN HOT CHOCOLATE

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VEGAN ICED COFFEE Prep Time: 5 minutes Serving Size: 1

Ingredients: 1 cup of SToK Not Too Sweet Cold Brew 1 oz Califia Farms Vanilla Almond Milk 1 oz of Nutpods French Vanilla Creamer

1. Add ½ cup of ice to your cup of choice.

2. Pour 1 cup of Stok Not Too Sweet Cold Brew into your cup.

3. Add 1 oz of Califia Farms Vanilla Almond Milk and 1 oz of Nutpods French Vanilla Creamer.

4. Enjoy your vegan iced coffee.

Feel free to add sugar or more creamer if you prefer a sweeter drink.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup water 1/2 cup old fashioned oats 1/4 cup milk 2 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon walnuts Sprinkle of cinnamon 1. Boil water in a saucepan. Add old fashioned oats. Turn stove top on medium heat.

Continually stir oats. Boil down into the desired consistency.

2. Transfer oats into a bowl.

3. Add milk, butter and sugar. Mix. photo by Danica Brackett

4. Top with walnuts and cinnamon or any desired nut or fruit.

5. Enjoy!

Feel free to replace milk and butter with vegan options!

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TOP 10 BEST STARBUCKS DRINKS

by Danica Brackett | Editor-in-Chief

10. Violet Drink

Not as well known as the pink drink but still a good one, the violet drink is a very berry hibiscus refresher with coconut milk. It also has a scoop of blackberries.

4.Nitro Cold Brew with Cinnamon Almondmilk Foam Starbucks’ very own nitro cold brew. Topped with foam made out of almond milk, cinnamon and vanilla syrup. Only 40 calories.

9.Espresso con Panna

3. Pink Drink

8.Iced Almondmilk Honey Flat White

2. Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte

Looking for nothing but a shot of caffeine? This is for you. An espresso con panna is a shot of espresso topped with a little bit of whipped cream.

Imagine a flat white made with almond milk, poured over ice. Add honey, and that is what this drink is. Plain and simple.

7. Doubleshot on Ice

A doubleshot on ice is for coffee lovers. This is two shots of blonde espresso mixed with classic Starbucks syrup topped off with milk of your choice.

6.Cinnamon Dolce Latte

In this drink, the milk is steamed with cinnamon dolce syrup. It is then poured over a shot of espresso. Add whipped cream on top and you have the perfect cinnamon dolce latte.

5. Passion Fruit Iced Tea with Coconut Milk

Are you tea-loving and looking for a new drink?

This is a hibiscus, lemongrass and apple tea. Ask to have the water replaced with coconut milk.

The famous Starbucks drink, known as the pinkity drinkity. This is a strawberry acai refresher with coconut milk. This drink also contains a scoop of strawberries.

Matcha tea but make it a latte. This is matcha green tea sweetened perfectly topped with milk over ice.

1.Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew

The holy grail. This is Starbucks slowly brewed custom blend cold brew, topped with vanilla sweet cream. Also contains two pumps of vanilla syrup.

photo by Ashley Newsom

Dogs At Home

by Jaden Dunn | Reporter

Roughly 38% of households in the United States own a dog, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. These dogs had their worlds flipped in the past few months with their humans staying home suddenly to work and do school.

One of the biggest problems seems to be how to keep your pet busy while you are trying to work.

The breed of dog and the dog’s personality have a lot to do with how to keep them busy. Lower drive dogs will nap most of the day like they would if you were not at home. High drive and high energy dogs will need help keeping themselves busy.

High drive and high energy dogs include dalmatians, border collies, golden retrievers, labrador retrievers, Siberian huskies and German shepherds dogs.

These dogs have more energy and a disposition to please. Most high drive dogs need a “job” to do to keep them busy.

A job for a dog can be anything from being a service dog to fetch. High drive dogs tend to be working dogs, either for service dogs or military and police dogs. These are duties that the dogs can do all day. Family pets that are high drive tend to be more difficult to find a job for.

Toys are a great way to keep a dog’s mind stimulated while you are in a meeting. Depending on the type of dog will depend on what kind of toy he or she will need.

The most common is most likely the old-fashioned Kong. It comes in a variety of sizes and strengths.

Peanut butter and treats can be stuck inside to give a dog something to work on for a while. The strength of your dog is will determine how long this toy will last. Most dogs could keep one their entire lives, however, power chewers, dogs with strong jaws, can break these eventually.

photo by Jaden Dunn

Bones are another good pastime for your pet.

West Paw Hurley dog bones are sturdy and made in multiple sizes to fit in any dog’s mouth. Nylon bones can be a great thing for dogs to pass time with. Depending on the material dogs may need to be watched just in case the bone breaks.

Taking breaks occasionally is another good way to keep your dog busy. Teaching your dog a new trick or work on old ones can be done in 10-15 minute increments. This will keep the dog’s mind active and some trainers say smaller sessions more frequently help your dog recall and learn. Taking 15-minute breaks every couple hours helps to refocus your work and train your dog. It keeps it both happy and healthy.

Taking breaks can be used for walks or fetch, as well. Even just petting and scratching or brushing your dog can be a good way to show them they are loved and not being ignored. Not every break needs to be work.

Keeping your dog mentally stimulated will help keep them happy and busy.

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HOROSCOPES ARIES March 21 - April 20

This is an exciting new season, Aries. Take advantage of the new opportunities. Don’t hesitate to tell the people in your life how much they mean to you.

LIBRA Sept. 23 - Oct. 22

Happy birthday, Libra. You’re experiencing an abundance of gratitude.

This season will be revitalizing for you. Take advantage of this and grow and glow from it.

TAURUS April 21 - May 20

SCORPIO Oct. 23 - Nov. 22

GEMINI May 21 - June 20

SAGITTARIUS Nov. 23 - Dec. 21

Take responsibility for all of your actions throughout this changing season. This will inhibit your growth abundantly. Spruce up your living space for a positive change of scenery.

Express yourself abundantly, Gemini. You are really in tune with your emotions this season.

Put your charm to use and make new connections.

CANCER June 21 - July 22

Many blessings this season, Cancer.

Finances and stability will find comfort in your life. Your giving nature will expose itself greatly this season. Remain humble.

LEO July 23 - Aug. 22

Don’t be afraid to use your charisma to get what you want this season. You will make a good impression on many people. Get what you really desire.

VIRGO Aug. 23 - Sept. 22

You’ve been indulging in solitude lately. Take some more of this time to gain closure. Practice a lot of self care this season, you deserve it.

Happy birthday, Scorpio. This is a huge season of renewal for you.

This renewal is much needed and you will be grateful for how much you grow from it. Avoid any unnecessary pressure.

Happy birthday, Sagittarius. You’re always very social. This season, you will be making many new connections and strengthen bonds.

Networking will benefit you.

CAPRICORN Dec. 22 - Jan. 19

You are becoming more of yourself this season. Don’t hesitate to network with people. Your career opportunities will see positivity this season.

AQUARIUS Jan. 20 - Feb. 19

You are having an urge to travel and be adventurous this season.

While finding ways to do social distancing adventures, don’t forget to invite a loved one. You will enjoy yourself.

PISCES Feb. 20 - March 20

Stop being so hard on yourself. You’re overthinking everything and it is preventing your inner growth.

Acknowledge your accomplishments and recognize how far you have come.

Aesthetics, How to Pick Yours

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by Danica Brackett | Editor-in-Chief Photo illustrations courtesy of Pinterest

Aesthetics are everywhere from social media pages to bedrooms.

Aesthetically pleasing fashion is becoming more popular than ever. There are many different types of aesthetics, probably more than one can imagine. There is an aesthetic for everyone and everything.

The hard part is choosing which one fits you the most.

When choosing an aesthetic, take into consideration what you like - colors, style, meaning and overall visual presence. Let the aesthetic speak to you. Take the time to analyze as many aesthetics as you can. You’ll know it is the one for you when you see it.

Even consider making a mood board full of things that you love, then search for an aesthetic most similar to it.

Don’t be afraid to experiment and change up your aesthetic. Through trial and error, eventually, you’ll find the one that fits you the most. When in doubt, if you can’t find the right for you, don’t be afraid to create your own.

If you’re searching for an aesthetic, feel free to continue reading and explore a few of the options below:

Soft Girl

Recently becoming more popular over social media. Soft girls give off a cutesy feminine vibe.

Colors: shades of pinks and yellows Apparel: high-waisted jeans, oversized sweaters, chunky sneakers, butterfly clips and heavy blush.

Grunge

Often compared to ‘90s punk fashion, grunge is on the darker side of the aesthetic spectrum. Appears very rebellious.

Colors: black, grey, red and white Apparel: distressed jeans, plaid flannels, black graphic tees, Doc Martens, fishnets, chains and chokers.

Kawaii Pastel

Inspired by Japanese fashion and pop culture. Often described as adorable and cute.

Colors: all pastels.

Apparel: dress, skirts, shorts overalls, hair clips, oversized sweatshirts and chunky shoes.

Vintage

Taking it back to the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s fashion. When they said history repeats itself, they weren’t lying. This aesthetic proves that.

Colors: yellow, sky blue, green and orange.

Apparel: mom jeans, sneakers, collared shirts, oversized sweatshirts and circle sunglasses.

Baddie

Influenced by popular social media trends. The baddie aesthetic keeps up-to-date with what is currently popular.

Colors: nudes, black, and mauve Apparel: winged eyeliner, biker shorts, oversized T-shirts, joggers and distressed jeans.

Artsy

This aesthetic gives a very down-to-earth loving vibe. This aesthetic screams positive vibes from creative people.

Colors: yellow, tan, orange and green.

Apparel: mom jeans, oversized sweaters, anklets, sandals and Converse

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FALL BUCKET LIST Make s'mores Have a bonfire Go apple picking Solve a corn maze Go on a hayride Visit a pumpkin patch Bake a pie Make caramel apples Watch a scary movie Toast pumpkin seeds Visit a haunted house

FALL ESSENTIALS

Flannel Doc Martens Umbrella Cinnamon rolls Pumpkin spice cream Candy corn Popcorn balls Sweet cinnamon pumpkin candle Coffee mug Carhartt beanie

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WINTER ESSENTIALS Netflix & Hulu subscription Sherpa throw blanket Gingerbread house Yeti tumbler Cabin socks Marshmallow fireside candles Candy canes A pair of Ugg boots Hot chocolate Sweater

WINTER BUCKET LIST Make a snow angel Make hot chocolate Have a snowball fight Go sledding Build a snowman Go see Christmas lights Watch a holiday movie Bake cookies Start an advent calendar Go on a carriage ride DIY paper snowflakes

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What Starbucks Drink Should You Order? how do you prefer your beverage? hot

cold

do you want coffee or tea?

do you want something fruity or java?

tea

coffee

do you want milk?

yes

#1 #2

java

do you want do you want something bitter something or sweet? super sweet?

bitter no

fruity

yes sweet

#3 #4

do you want something bitter or sweet?

bitter no

#5 #6

sweet

#7 #8

find your number! hope you enjoy. #1: Chai Latte #2: Earl Green Tea #3: Caffe Americano #4: Oat Milk Honey Latte #5: Pink Drink #6: Dragon Fruit Refresher #7: Nitro Cold Brew #8: Sweet Cream Cold Brew

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Drink your water today!

Study, study, study

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Campus Mall

6 Symposium for Wellness 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

LRC Rooms 230 & 231

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Psi Beta Picnic in the Park 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

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“I will not compare myself to others”

Psi Beta Recruitment Event 9 a.m.

LRC

Psi Beta Recruitment Event 9 a.m.

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Remember why you started

National Pumpkin Day

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“I will overcome all challenges.”

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“I learn from my mistakes”

Study, study, study

Drink your water today!

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Trust the timing of your life

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National Croc Day

“Today I choose happiness”

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“I have faith in myself”

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12 PTK Induction Ceremony Fall 2020 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Student Union

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“I have everything I need to be successful”

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National Pickle Day

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“I prosper wherever I go”

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find your voice.

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