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Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Remembering History OSU announces February 1st as Nancy Randolph Davis Day By Ellen Slater Stilwater, USA- the year is 1949, President Truman is in office and a gallon of gas cost 17 cents. It is four years post World War II but another four years before Edmond Low Library even opened its doors. Nancy Randolph Davis makes history as the first black student to ever enroll at Oklahoma State University. A mere 72 years later, the building that houses human sciences classes, offices and Planet Orange is named after her. This Black History Month, the OSU community celebrates her, and the many others that followed the path that she paved. Feb. 1, the first day of Black History Month, was deemed as Nancy Randolph Davis day at OSU. It was a day of celebration in

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the OSU community. Professor Quraysh Ali Lansana was the featured speaker of the first night of the Black History Month Speaker Series. This speaker series will be continu-

ing as a new speaker is hosted each week throughout the month of February. Her talk was titled “Reflections on the Legacy of Nancy Randolph Davis: Lessons Learned.”

On Monday night, there was also a candlelight vigil in honor of Davis in front of the building that was renamed after her. There were students, faculty, and community mem-

bers in attendance, but the majority of the attendees were online viewers, since the Human Science building was making COVID precautions a priority. Davis has surviving family who are able to watch the legacy that she left at OSU unfold. “Mom is smiling from Heaven above,” said her son, Calvin Davis in a comment on OSU Human Sciences Facebook page. OSU will continue to honor her legacy with future Nancy Randolph Davis Days and everyday as students enter the doors of the building named after her. To learn more about the events happening in honor of Black History Month at OSU, check out https://diversity.okstate. edu/. News.ed@ocolly.com

Tips and Tricks How to decorate your bedroom By Bryanna Nickel No matter where one lives in Stillwater, there is still one issue every OSU student must face: decorating their room. Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind while decorating a room in a college dorm, apartment or house: The first and most important tip is to cover the floor and one or two of the most prominent walls. Floors can be covered with temporary carpet or a large rug. Walls can be covered with tapestries, a cute blanket, temporary wallpaper or even a large poster. This will mask an ugly paint color, holes or scratches left behind in the wall, and protect one from damaging the walls or carpet further. Also, it will make the room look newer, feel cozier and will be more personalized to one’s specific taste. The next tip is to stick to an aesthetic or theme. Many students choose to have a color theme, but a theme could also be inspired by a location, time period, movie, painting, etc. Rooms can be decorated to reflect

a sunrise, Barbie’s dreamhouse, “Starry Night” by Van Gough or even the movie “Top Gun.” When rooms are given a theme, they become more personalized and appear to be more organized. The next tip is to identify the room’s so-called “clutter black holes.” These are the places in one’s room where knick-knacks,

gifts, random cords and pretty much every object that doesn’t have a home will go to live. These places will create clutter and make a room appear disorganized. “Clutter black holes” are often hidden shelves, a tall flat surface or a desk. To avoid making clutter on any open space, identify and stay aware of the

places in one’s room that will grow clutter. If one insists to keep clutter somewhere, a large drawer or plastic box may be more preferred. The last tip is to add things that make one happy; these don’t necessarily have to fit the room’s aesthetic or theme. These could include pictures of loved ones, a stuffed animal from childhood,

a poster or simply just anything that produces happiness. A room is a student’s home, privacy and safe haven. Keep it cozy, organized and personalized. However, don’t let that interrupt decorating anything in one’s room that makes them happy. Entertainment.ed@ocolly.com

Courtesy of OSU Residential Life

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News Stillwater COVID-19 update: Feb. 2

By Ryan Novozinsky

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CHRIST’S CHURCH! I became a Christian in November 1956 in Japan while a member of the U.S. Air force. Shortly after, a friend and I traveled to visit some missionaries. While talking with one, I asked him; Which group or church should I join? There are so many. Which one is right? Wisely, he did not answer my question directly, but handed me a church card and said, I have heard that God is working in a wonderful way at this church. If you get an opportunity, it would be good to go by and visit. On my way back to my base, I prayed that the Lord would get me stationed near Waco, Texas if he wanted me to visit this church. My orders came in a few days later, I was stationed at Ft. Worth, Texas, 85 miles from Waco. I had a wonderful time there. Was it a perfect church? No! But God taught me many good things while there that

laid a solid foundation for my Christian life. The real church (Called out ones) is made up of individuals around the world who have responded to the gospel message. They have opened their hearts to Christ, put their trust in Him as their Saviour and Lord. Their sins are forgiven and they have a new life by the Holy Spirit. The church is growing in China and the Far east. Though persecuted, God is calling out people in the Middle East. The church is South America is expanding in many places. All over the World, people are responding to the call of Christ to trust and follow him. The meetings and outward forms vary, but the Lord is building his church. (Mt.16:18) God’s love gift, the good news, is still offered to all through Christ. Be sure it is yours! Come and follow Jesus!

The official Oklahoma coronavirus database on Tuesday reported 369 active cases in Stillwater. These new numbers bring the city’s total cases to 5,686 with 21 deaths and 5,296 recoveries. On the state level, the health department reported 1,296 new cases, bringing the total confirmed positive cases to 392,164. The state also

reported 38 new COVID-19 related deaths, bringing the total to 3,602. There have been 360,702 total recoveries since COVID reached Oklahoma in March. Oklahoma state officials are encouraging Oklahomans to wash their hands, stay away from sick individuals and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. The virus is primarily spread from person-to-person with symptoms usually appearing two to 14 days after exposure. The most common symptoms of the coronavirus are fever, cough, shortness of breath or loss of taste or smell. News.ed@ocolly.com

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Blog: The overlooked impact of Rondel Walker By Kaleb Tadpole

Bryce Williams looks towards the bench during Oklahoma State Men’s Basketball victory over Arkansas on January 30, 2021 at Gallagher-Iba Arena.

Looking for revenge Cowboys looking to avenge early conference loss on the road

By Chris Becker With 2:21 left on the clock, Oklahoma State held an eightpoint lead over TCU, but then TCU scored nine unanswered points to hand the Cowboys a 77-76 loss in the Big 12 opener on Dec. 16. It was the Cowboys’ first loss of the season. Now Wednesday, the Cowboys will travel south to Fort Worth for a rematch against TCU, looking to fix mistakes from the previous meeting. TCU center Kevin Samuel was a big part of its win last meeting as scored 18 points, grabbed eight rebounds and notched seven blocks. “Honestly, we can’t give him as much as we gave up last game we played him, which was like offensive rebounds and easy rolls to the rim and stuff,” Kalib Boone said. “That first game, I didn’t play with energy, and I didn’t set a tone for the rest of the bigs. I’ve got to come in and set a tone for [Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe], Keylan (Boone) and Bernard (Kouma). I’ve just got to set a tone for the bigs. If I get punked, then that

gives Samuel motivation against the bigs. We’ve been playing good lately, so I’ve just got to step up from last time.” Boone is in the midst of his best stretch of his career over the last three games for the Cowboys. Since the Cowboys paused team activities due to COVID-19, Boone has been averaging more than 17 points per game and nine rebounds, but best of all, he’s been able to stay out of foul trouble. On top of his big point and rebound numbers, Boone is shooting 75% from the field in the past three games and has six blocked shots. Boone’s 16 points in OSU’s last outing against Arkansas was his sixth time in double-figures for the Cowboys this season. “He’s a great kid — almost too nice of a kid, sometimes, to be perfectly honest,” coach Mike Boynton said. “He’s a pleasure at his very core. He wants your approval and I love him like a son. Sometimes, I’m like you can piss me off, just do it playing well — make me mad but block some shots and grab some rebounds because we’ll be alright. “I do think he’s playing with a chip on his shoulder. He’s playing with more assertiveness, and his play is in direct relation to how we played the last week and a half for sure.” See Looking on pg. 5

utes off of the bench of a guard heavy roster, Walker has been playThis Oklahoma State ing crucial minutes for men’s basketball team the Cowboys. It is within has been an exciting one these minutes where to watch this year. With Walker has been going big name players such all out every game of the as Cade Cunningham season, doing whatever is and Isaac Likekele, this necessary to benefit the team has turned into one team. to watch this year in the So why is Walker so Big 12. Coming into his special? It is really about sophomore year, forward the things that do not Kalib Boone has also show up on a stat sheet become a player to watch. such as his incredible Averaging about nine lateral quickness, hustle points and five rebounds, and willingness to lay out the sophomore forward for any loose ball. He has has provided solid minalso become a force on utes down low for the the defensive side of the Cowboys. ball, giving the Cowboys But, with all this tal- crucial extra possessions ent, it is easy for an alldown the stretch. around player like Rondel Another thing to Walker to get overlooked. note, on a team where Being a 4-star prosturnovers can be an ispect from Oklahoma sue, Walker keeps a tight City, it is no surprise that handle on the ball, hardly Walker has been able to turning it over. Walker provide solid minutes for also has some incredthe Cowboys. Averaging ible explosiveness with about 10 points, three the ball at times, using rebounds and one steal a his quickness to create game, Walker has provid- separation and get to the ed a spark off the bench basket. for the Cowboys this year. Coming from a high Walker also shoots a school where he is the solid 42% from the field leader in not only points and 71% from the free but as well as steals, throw line. Free throw Walker really has to play shooting has been somea different game than he what of a problem for the is used to. But the freshCowboys this year, but man guard has really Walker is helping to turn grown into his role on a that around. Pulling down team that is guard heavy three rebounds a game and full of stars. While and having quick hands he may not be getting on defense has also been as many touches as he a big help for the Cowis used to, Walker has boys, bringing versatility adapted to his new role on both ends of the court. on the team and is just But it is beyond the solid scratching the surface of stat line where Walker’s his potential. impact is really felt. Averaging 25 minSports.ed@ocolly.com

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Rondel Walker looks into the stands during Oklahoma State Men’s Basketball victory over Arkansas on January 30, 2021 at Gallagher-Iba Arena.

Looking Continued from pg. 4 Cade Cunningham made his return to the courts as a sixth man and then led the Cowboys to victory down the

stretch. Cunningham showed his selfless talent when he told Boynton he believed Boone should get the start because Boone had earned it over himself. When Wednesday rolls around, Boynton doesn’t know who will start because he bases it off of practice and rhythm. He does know one thing for sure, Cunningham will not come off the bench

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for the remainder of the season. “In a normal year, I would have a hard time answering that question,” Boynton said. “In COVID year, it’s even more difficult. I have no idea who’s going to be able to practice. I’m going to stop short of answering that because I don’t know. I play guys based on practice. Cade hasn’t practiced as much and

hasn’t been in rhythm. “I think you saw a little bit in the first half he was a little off and got his legs under him in the second half and played better. I don’t know. He certainly isn’t going to come off the bench the rest of the year. That’s not going to happen.” Sports.ed@ocolly.com

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sports Stark comes up short in Dallas as Cowgirls

By Chris Becker The Cowgirls started their spring season with a second-place finish at the Trinity Forest Invitational. The Cowgirls finished at 15-over-par, which was good for second place behind Baylor who finished at 1-over. The Cowgirls had two top 10 finishers with Lianna Bailey and Maja Stark. Bailey finished tied for ninth and Stark finished solo second. Stark had led the event for the majority of her three rounds but failed to record a birdie or better until her eagle on her 17th hole. Stark had 11 birdies in her first two rounds, but only the eagle in the third and final round. She finished one stroke behind Hannah Karg of Baylor. The Cowgirls will be back in action in four days in Sarasota, Florida. The Cowgirls lineup finished as follows: Lianna Bailey: 5-over, T-9 Maja Stark: 4-under, 2 Maddison Hinson-Tolchard: 13-over, T-30 Han-Hsuan Yu: 9-over, T-18 Hailey Jones: 11-over, T-23 Maja Stark putts at Day 1 of the Cowgirl Classic at Karsten Creek on October 22, 2020 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

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