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Courtesy of OSU This year, OSU commemorates the 100-year anniversary of that milestone with a slate of events dubbed “The Year of the Cowboy.” It’s a celebration of all things Pistol Pete and all the students and alumni who have added to and carried that legacy.
The year of the Cowboy’- 100 years of Pistol Pete at Oklahoma State Cloe Campfield O’Colly Contributor For the past century, Pistol Pete has been a beloved mascot to everyone at Oklahoma State University.
When someone thinks of Stillwater their mind immediately jumps to the Cowboys. But, behind that, at every sporting event, every campus-wide collaboration, is Pistol Pete, the heart of OSU. The tradition represents the school spirit grit and determination. In 1923, Frank Eaton joined
Stillwater’s own Armistice Day parade, marking the beginning of a tradition that would change the legacy of Oklahoma State’s mascot forever. This year will mark 100 years of Pistol Pete being the symbol of Stillwater that represents our school students facility and alumni. See Pistol Pete on 6
File Photo The starting goalkeeper job isn’t completely settled after the Cowgirls have rotated goalies early in the season.
Goalie battle update, Allen nearing return
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Cloe Campfield The Freshman Action Team connects Black students to multicultural spaces on campus.
Student Organization Fair connects students to campus life Cloe Campfield O’Colly Contributor
own interests. Hosted in the Student Union, students from all walks of life have the opportunity to speak to many different club leaders and This year’s Student Organiza- organizers to find an organization they are interested in. tion Fair kicks Oklahoma State off Lindsey Smith, a member of to another great year. The annual Student Organiza- the Oklahoma State University College Democrats, represented her club tion Fair allows for each campus club and organization to set up their at the fair. “The OSU College Democrats own designated area to encourage current or newly enrolled students to is an organization on campus that join clubs and organizations of their promotes students in government
and the political process,” Smith said. “We really encourage civic engagement, especially by means of the democratic party. We love to see students engage in progressive action and voter registrations and activism on campus”. Hoards of students seeking involvement milled around the booths, evaluating the organizations.Tables ranged from Student Government to Model United Nations to the Butter Churning club. See Organization on 6
Grace Gordon grimaced as she saw what was coming. Gordon, a transfer goalkeeper from Seton Hall, knew what was transpiring as the Stephen F. Austin forward attempted to cross kick the ball toward the goal. It’s a move Gordon is all too familiar with. Four years of college soccer and 49 starts with the Pirates prepped her well. As the ball lifted into the air, Gordon made a leaping, one-handed swipe to record a highlight-reel save – also scoring some style points from her head coach. “That was impressive,” said OSU coach Colin Carmi-
chael. “That’s the experience in her.” It was an early save, and a muchneeded, Carmichael said. While a 4-0 Oklahoma State win over Stephen F. Austin on Thursday night at Neal Patterson Stadium might not show it, a Lumberjack goal could have complicated things. And such swing plays make the impending starting goalkeeper decision a difficult one for Carmichael. Gordon said she relishes the opportunity to compete for a starting spot. It’s something she grew accustomed to at Seton Hall, where she came out as the victor in the battle. See Goalie on 3