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Monday, August 30, 2021

Finding passion in the Nickel Lydia Watkins Staff Reporter

People oftentimes choose a college based on nostalgic stories they have been raised hearing and choose to stay once they realize they have started to build their own story. This holds true for Allison Keys, owner of Wooden Nickel. Growing up and becoming best friends with the founder, K. Cohlmia’s daughter, Keys always wanted to play a role at Wooden Nickel, and did not stop until she was able. “I would always ask lots of questions, and they were always ending on ‘so do you think I can work at the nickel?,’” Keys said. After many conversations, Cohlmia finally agreed to let her start after she graduated high school. Keys started working at Wooden Nickel during her freshman spring semester in 2002. Keys said she started the apparel merchandising program and decided to make the jump to interior design her freshman year of college. “I just wanted all the skills and experience and Devin Lawrence Wilber

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Dealing with the delta Inside the Wooden Nickel, the Stillwater store Allison Keys owns.

President Shrum and officials host Town Hall in light of recent COVID concerns

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Students and professors have new guidelines to follow if an individual from a class tests positive for COVID-19.

Jared A’Latorre Staff Reporter A normal school year was somewhat expected during the summer. However, OSU president Dr. Kayse Shrum and university officials got together in a live streamed Town Hall event to discuss COVID spread-

ing across the OSU campus. Earlier in the week, OSU told students and staff that the mask wearing indoors should be “expected.” “It’s setting a standard to what we expect for people to wear a mask,” Shrum said. The big bombshell of the day was about vaccines and if they would be mandated to attend campus. “We will not be mandating vaccines but I would encourage everyone to get the vaccine,” Shrum said. As regards to sporting events, it will depend whether the event is outdoor or indoor. Shrum said the football stadium capacity expected this fall

will be the same. “We don’t anticipate any changes in outdoor capacity,” Shrum said. Interim Provost Jeanette Mendez said everything is on the table in terms of classes being moved away from an in-person status. “We’re looking at all viable options for classes,” Mendez said. Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Douglas Hallenbeck answered a question regarding if large gatherings can be virtual. “If it can be virtual, think about doing that,” Hallenbeck said. Mendez said masks being offered from professor to student should be an

encouraging sight in the classroom. “Part of this is to get the mask back in the students’ hands when they’re indoors,” Mendez said. Shrum and officials have been getting together with multiple groups day and night to discuss what potential next moves should be with classes. Officials said they do have the tools they need to provide professors with whatever they need. “We really do have the resources in place, we do provide teaching support to all our faculty,” Mendez said. news.ed@ocolly.com

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“I was able to be around the iconic fabric houses Scalamandre, Old World Weavers and Lee Jofa daily with free reign,” Keys said. “The samples of wallpaper and the ribbon and trim at Samuel & Sons were so dreamy, I couldn’t have dreamed of a Continued from 1 better opportunity.” During her internship, Keys said she gained knowledge, I never imagined going to school more confidence in herself. for something I loved,” Keys said. “I think everything I learned there was aweKeys said she finally had a goal to find the some, but I also gained so much confidence and career path that would bring excitement and happi- trusted my eye and took risks,” Keys said. ness to her forever job. It wasn’t until the summer Keys said they weren’t always huge risks, but of 2005 Keys would get an amazing opportunity she always wanted to please whether it was getting interning for Bunny Williams’s Interior Design compliments on samples she chose or the outfit she Firm in New York. wore that day. After Keys completed her internship, “It was the best experience, I got to sit in on she quickly figured out she missed home. meetings with clients, select samples for Bunny to “I didn’t want to be that far away forever, so approve and shop for project installations,” Keys I started planning how I could apply this industry said. to my retail background and incorporate the flawKeys said she flew on private planes and got less way their office ran and the way they worked to be a part of two big installs that she describes together to manage projects,” Keys said. as a dream. Keys said Bunny was knowledgeable Keys later on became partners with Cohlmia about furniture and has a passion for period furni- from 2009-2012 and became the owner in 2013. ture, which allowed Keys to gain more appreciation With Wooden Nickel being in business since 1976, for fine furniture and design. Keys said she has worked to capture the students

and people the university has brought to Stillwater. “The nostalgia aspect of Wooden Nickel has kept building the integrity and has helped me build a brand,” Keys said. Keys said she wants to be able to grab their attention while they are here and become a part of their college experience and memories so they are able to come back and show the next generation. Keys said something she encourages incoming students or graduating seniors to do is try to identify what passions are there and to build on them. “Just like building a room or a wardrobe, identify your passion and your strengths and figure out how to make that your life. Keys said her entire approach to everything is to create a story by collecting and evolving. “These two things, interior design and apparel merchandising, might not appear as though they belong together, but if you can build a story around it, it works,” Keys said.

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Jobs available in Stillwater as students remain unemployed

Logan Smith As more students return Stillwater, some businesses are looking for more employees≥

Logan Smith Staff Reporter As Oklahoma State and Stillwater welcome students to more events and job opportunities this fall than last semester, the demand for student employment for some businesses increased. However, many jobs positions for on and off campus businesses remain unfilled. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports in July, the national unemployment rate dropped .5% and in the Oklahoma Employment Report, the unemployment rate dropped .2%. At the Hire OSU Grads Job Fair last Tuesday, Stillwater businesses

announced to students the want to fill needed positions. Some establishments, such as Stillwater Public Schools, are seeing increasing interest. “More people are applying to work this year,” said a representative from Stillwater Public Schools. Although schools are seeing an increase in applications this year, not all kinds of businesses are having as much luck, such as Eskimo Joe’s. The business is a common place for students to work, but a representative at the fair said many jobs are open. Groups like Intramural Sports are unsure if there are less workers this year, but recognize the need for more officials for their games. “I hope so,” said a representative. “Because we did not offer flag

football last year.” For some students, many hold jobs since the COVID-19 pandemic or before it. Students including Brittany Rubin, a secondary English education major. Rubin said she thinks in-person jobs will suffer this fall. “It was easier at the time to get a job on campus when I started,” Rubin said. “They got used to doing remote things.” Rubin said employers could make their schedules more flexible to get more student workers. Students like Pete Craver, a graduate student, said it is a lack of awareness by students that is preventing student off campus employment. Craver also said he thinks on campus jobs are falling short. “OSU dining can’t keep its

doors open long enough because they can’t get enough workers,” Craver said. “While on the flip side, they pay their workers a lot less.” Kailey O’Connor, a biosystems engineering major, said her and other students cannot get jobs right now because of personal reasons. “I have a lot of work in school and I’m in a lot of organizations and clubs,” O’Connor said. “All of my friends have the same reasons.” She said more flexible schedules by employers might convince students, like her, to work. Many factors are shown to play a role in the current shortage of student employment in Stillwater. news.ed@ocolly.com

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Knowles excited for ‘solid’ defensive line depth CUTLINE

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Brock Martin, Trace Ford and Tyren Irby. The 2020 season saw a defensive line riddled with injuries and never quite at 100%. Irby suffered a right leg injury against Kansas, followed by Ford tearing his left ACL against Baylor. Martin was able to play in all 11 games, but dealt with an undisclosed injury throughout the season. With the starter, and subsequent depth sidelined, it was time for players to step up and fill spots, even if it

was faster than they thought. Players like defensive tackles Brendon Evers and Sione Asi were among the players forced into an unexpected roll. Being cast into the fire of starting, however inexperienced, is the most valuable teacher. Now with players returning from injury and others with more experience coming into this season, the Cowboys depth at D-line is something defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is looking forward to this year. “So, it’s been solid, and the depth is good, but you’re right we got guys coming off of injury, Trace (Ford), Brock Martin, Tyren Irby, all

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three of those guys we didn’t have any of them in the spring.” Knowles said. Leadership, experience, every player ready for their name to be called. The defensive line is poised for another great year. Evers is hoping to continue to build off this past year in 2021. “I’ve seen a lot of senior leadership. All sides of the ball have kind of taken that next step. I think we had a great defense last year, and I think it’s taking that next step to be a dominant defense, a top-10 in the nation, I think that’s everybody’s mentality.” As bad as injuries are, sometimes they can work out in a team’s

favor overall. This is the case for the Cowboys who are now able to almost go three players deep on the depth chart across the D-line, keeping fresh legs all game long. The Cowboys D-line is plentiful with players who can make an impact. Evers said it is up to them to trust in each other to make this year special. “There’s a lot of old, experienced players on this team that can contribute a lot and are gonna contribute a lot this year. It’s just our responsibility as a team to believe that, and I think we are.” Evers said. sports.ed@ocolly.com

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Cowboys come in at No. 2 in coaches poll Cole Ward Staff Reporter

The Bushnell/Golfweek preseason coaches’ poll was released, and the Oklahoma State men’s golf team will start the fall season off ranked No. 2. OSU received 470 points from the coaches, which was 32 points behind Pepperdine. The Cowboys will bring back four out of their top five players from this past season where they finished in the semifinals of the National Championship. Four Big 12 teams found themselves in the top 10. Texas comes in at No.5, Oklahoma in at No. 7 and Texas Tech secures the No. 9 spot. Here are the full rankings. Pepperdine (14) Oklahoma State (2) Arizona State (2) North Carolina Texas (1) Vanderbilt (1) Oklahoma (1) Wake Forest Texas Tech Illinois Clemson Florida State Tennessee Georgia Stanford Texas A&M Florida Georgia Tech Arkansas Auburn SMU Arizona North Florida Notre Dame Liberty The Cowboys start their season off Sept. 3-5 at the Carmel Cup at Pebble Beach. sports.ed@ocolly.com

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Today’s Birthday (08/30/21). Grow physical strength and energy this year. Build higher performance with regular fitness routines. Professional status rises this summer, before autumn travel and study plans change. Home and family come together this winter, developing into spring exploration, wandering and wondering. Health is worth more than gold. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is an 8 — Rely on partnership and collaboration over about three weeks, with Mercury in Libra. Your sweetheart has great ideas. Grow new creative collaborations and connections. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Prioritize health and vitality, with Mercury in Libra. Streamline routines and practices over the next three weeks. Simplify tasks. Put your heart into your work. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 9 — You’re especially attractive and charming, with Mercury in Libra. Creative communications flower. Beautify the presentation. Talk about what you love. Express your heart. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is an 8 — Consensus comes together naturally. It’s getting easier to communicate with family over three weeks, with Mercury in Libra. Discuss and plan desired domestic upgrades. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — Write, create and share, with Mercury in Libra for three weeks. Present a persuasive case with heart. Communicate a well-balanced perspective. Your audience is growing. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 9 — Profitable ideas abound. Creative work pays well, with Mercury in Libra. Develop new income sources over three weeks. Make valuable connections in conversation. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 9 — You’re especially brilliant and clever, with Mercury in your sign. Creativity flourishes. Determine what you want and ask for it. Talk about what you love. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — Listen to your inner voice. Plan, write and research, with Mercury in Libra for three weeks. Private settings foster creativity and productivity. Lay low. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Profit through social interaction, with Mercury in Libra. Crowdsource solutions over the next three weeks. Collaborate with friends and allies. Together, you’re especially powerful. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Gain professional influence, with Mercury in Libra. New career opportunities arise. Public communication can benefit your status. Share your experiences. Contribute your unique perspective. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Explore fascinations and curiosities. Expand territory, with Mercury in Libra for three weeks. Ask probing questions. Participate in a larger conversation. Inquire into a mystery. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is an 8 — Financial conversations with your partner generate solutions, with Mercury in Libra for three weeks. Revise budgets and plans. Invest for home and family.

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