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Here's how to make it more enjoyable. By Amelia Jauregui Amid the COVID craziness, it is almost inevitable that you or someone you know will get the virus. It is important to follow the needed protocols and mask mandates here in Stillwater, but unfortunately, being in a community of so many close-knit individuals, the chances of experiencing the virus are high. I’m sure everyone is hyper-aware of what someone must do following a positive test or being a primary contact, but it does require the dreaded quarantine. Ten to fourteen days in isolation is not what most people consider a “good time,” however, there are many benefits that could come from this time alone. Having two weeks to yourself could spark the start of new hobbies, revitalization of old interests or even self-improvement. But before the wrong
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idea is placed in your head, this virus and time in quarantine is not something that should be romanticized or idealized. Nonetheless, there are ways to make the most of a less than enjoyable situation. Walking/Running: When it comes to quaran-
tine, one of the first things to get old is being in the same space 24/7. However, if one feels up to the task, going on walks or runs outside can be a great way to get fresh air and a change of scenery. Just make sure to keep your distance from people to keep them
safe from possible infection. Painting/ Drawing: This is another great option for someone who may be stuck inside their room. Take art supplies you may have such as pencils, paints, markers-- whatever is easily accessible-- and try to create a new piece of art. There is no need to have any artistic background or talent because this is just a fun way to get the creative juices flowing. Workout Challenges: If you look anywhere on social media, especially YouTube, you will see that workout challenges are abundant. If you look up a one or two-week workout challenge and follow through with it throughout the time supposed to be spent in your bedroom, you could have the ability to both feel and look better. Of course, if feeling ill, this may not be the best quarantine activity. See Quarantine on page 3
May Madness: Oklahoma State’s spring soccer season In a normal year, the NCAA women’s soccer tournament bracket contains 64 teams. This year, due to COVID-19 precautions, the bracket is only 48 teams deep. The Ben Hutchens field will consist of 31 automatic qualifiers and 17 The Cowgirl soccer at-large selections. team is not finished playCollege sports fans ing yet. are used to having SelecAlthough OSU contion Sunday for the NCAA cluded its nine-game Big men’s basketball 12 schedule last Thursday ment, and soccer tournano against Oklahoma, the odd different. The fieldisfor the nature of the 2020 soccer NCAA soccer tournament season means OSU will be announced on play meaningful soccer in will April 18. The finals of the the spring. Women’s College Cup will NCAA women’s soc- be from May 13-17. cer teams will be given an Carmichael said he opportunity to schedule feels like his team has regular-season matches done enough in the fall from Feb. 3-April 17 in season to merit an invitathe spring of 2020. The tion to the NCAA soccer matches will give teams tournament in the spring. a chance to improve their also expressed thankrecords and build a case to He fulness for the soccer his the NCAA selection com- team was mittee on why they should season. able to play this be invited to the NCAA “We’re really blessed soccer tournament. we’re at Oklahoma State “Our intention is to and we’re the Big 12 play seven or eight games Conferenceinand we get to this spring to get our team play,” Carmichael said. “If in position to hopefully Alicia Young this is all we get to play get invited to the NCAA year, we need to be tournament,” OSU soccer this thankful for that, and if we OSU midfielder Rebekah George attempts a goal during the Oklahoma State vs. Oklahoma Bedcoach Colin Carmichael lam soccer match on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at John Crain Field in Norman, Ok. get to play in the spring, said. we’re going to go out there At this point, OSU’s and make the most of it.” spring opponents are not sports.ed@ocolly.com decided.
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OSU Ethics Club advances to National competition after first regional win By Trent Gibbs The Oklahoma State Ethics Bowl club earned first and fifth place at a virtual debate-style competition hosted by St. Mary’s University with 16 other regional teams Saturday. The tournament is usually held in San Antonio, Texas, but because of COVID-19, competitors were forced to adapt to an online format. Daniel Trippett, the current OSU Ethics Bowl team coach, said adjusting to a Zoom competition presented a whole new dynamic. “Even though the students couldn’t be face-to-face, we were still able to have the classic Ethics Bowl experience with deep and interesting topics being discussed,” Trippett said. “The virtual format even allowed us to bring in judges from universities that wouldn’t otherwise be able
to attend.“ Teams compete by arguing a moral position on ethical cases given in advance. Trippett voiced excitement for his team’s performance. He said the students learned to think and communicate critically and represented OSU well. “Our team members are so passionate and intelligent - I couldn’t be prouder of how they all performed,” Trippett said. “With all of the hard work they put into their arguments and research, taking first place was something we always wanted to achieve. To go up against so many other bright and talented students from multiple universities and win in undefeated fashion, I mean, I couldn’t be happier for our students and how they represented OSU.” The team earning first is made up of the club’s president Jennifer Maupin, Taylor Glad-
ney and Parker Plank. Taylor Gladney, a junior majoring in psychology, shared her personal experience with the competition. “I initially was nervous for the competition on zoom, but in some ways it was better than in person competition,” Gladney said. “The outcome of yesterday was shocking, but I’m glad our work paid off. I love the activity because of the bond we build as a team. Although we weren’t able to meet in person this year, we were still able to grow as a team.” The team won by the highest point differential at the competition, 41 points. The second highest was 29 points. Parker Plank, an OSU sophomore, said the Ethics Bowl competition will have a lasting impact on how he thinks. “The format of the debate promotes collaborative understanding rather than some myo-
Ethics Bowl team earns first at virtual regional competition for the first time in OSU history
COVID-19 update By Ryan Boyce
On Sunday, the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s COVID-19 dashboard reported 547 active cases in Payne County with 406 coming from Stillwater. Since Wednesday, the dashboard has reported 2 additional COVID-19 related deaths in Payne County. The recent spike in cases has continued into today’s totals, where the reported active cases in Payne County is larger
than it has ever been since students returned to OSU campus. At the state level, the dashboard reported an increase in active cases to a new total of 27,807 with an additional 12 deaths reported since yesterday. This brings the total death count to 1,528 over the course of the pandemic in Oklahoma. The University Dashboard reported 449 active cases as of Wednesday, Nov. 11th. The rate of UHS testing
has steadily increased over the past month and this week, it returned a 10.9% positivity rate, which is down from last week’s 12%. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 and promote public health, the CDC website recommends frequent handwashing, social distancing of at least six feet, and the use of masks. According to the CDC website, COVID-19 can spread even before symptoms show up, so caution is always advised.
pic competitive game with arguments detached from reality,” Plank said. “Discussing modern ethical issues, such as an opt out organ donation system or the implications of affirmative action forces me to question my own beliefs and root them in rational principles.” The OSU team earning fifth place included Collin Francois, Leigh Welch and Grayson Brown. The team will advance to a national competition in the spring. Even though their competition looked different this year, the OSU Ethics Bowl team is excited to continue leading from the front. In an effort to maintain full disclosure, Jennifer Maupin is the News Editor at The O’Colly. news.ed@ocolly.com
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Binge-Watching Netflix: Now, this seems to be the most popular option amongst teens and young adults. Binge-watching can be a great time-waster, as well as an entertaining activity. While there is not exactly a benefit for doing this, sometimes it’s fun to get into a new show and turn the brain off for an extended period. Reading: Reading is something that a lot of people enjoyed as a kid, however, as time passed, it became more of a chore and less of a hobby. Use the extra free time you have to yourself to dive into an interesting story and unlock the inner child in you. Catching up with family or old friends: For many people, there are friends or family that haven’t been talked to in weeks. This time could easily be spent virtually catching up with these people, and I’m sure it would mean a lot to the people you are talking to. Bonus points if it’s a grandparent. School: Now this is probably the least exciting part of quarantine, but this is probably the most important activity of them all. School doesn’t stop just because of the virus, so continue to learn and put in valuable time into your studies. Maybe with the extra time, you could try to get ahead in your classes and start studying for that next major test. If none of these activities seem fun, remember quarantine is only two weeks and your safety and the safety and health of those around you is what is most important. entertainment.ed@ocolly.com
Fall Foliage at Theta Pond on November 9, 2020 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
ACTIVE FAITH! (Part #2) “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for.” (Heb.11: NIV) These Ancients of the Bible were commended for their faith. “Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, and he walked with God.” (Gen.6:9 NIV) He believed God existed and God rewarded those who diligently sought him. His faith brought immediate action. (Heb.11:8) He did not put the building of the ark on a long “to do” list. It took 100 years to build. During that time he constantly spoke of the judgement that was coming. (2 Pet.2:5) This was the situation in Noah’s day. How about our day? Do we believe God exists? To so many, God is something of the past; one you give an hour or so every Sunday morning, because of tradition, but he does not truly count
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for much in life. So this moves us to turn to things that have only temporary pleasure, and build our life activities around them. Noah and others mentioned in Heb. 11, were looking for something lasting, something God had promised. They realized they were strangers and pilgrims; living here for a short time. They were living for something better. (Heb.11:13-16) It is so worthwhile to read and reread the New Testament and consider what was the hope of the early Christian leaders; they passed on to all the believers. It was not centered in this present life. They were “running a race;” living a life centered in the example of Jesus himself, and in those who walked with him during his earthly life. We can do the same; live for the eternal, present ourselves to Christ, and let him use us to bear lasting fruit.
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Speaking a new language Moncreiffe works on learning defensive basketball ing to learn and he listens,” Boynton said. “He’s still got a long way to go. If I was grading him, he wouldn’t get high marks, but I think we’re speaking the same language Chris Becker now.” Moncrieffe noticed that in the first two weeks he wasn’t following through the When Matthew-Alexwhole defensive possession ander Moncreiffe arrived and didn’t engage with the in Stillwater from Canada, play from start to finish, but coach Mike Boynton thought in the last couple of weeks, Moncriffe “spoke a different he’s focused on improving language” when it came to that aspect of his game. defense. “Something I was re“He understands now ally bad at the first couple of that defense is a part of the weeks was staying engaged game, it’s actually a real the whole defensive drive,” thing and that if he doesn’t Moncreiffe said. “I felt like try to play some of it then once I was done on the he won’t play much for us,” ball, my job was done. So I Boynton said. feel like the last couple of Since Boynton arrived weeks, just staying engaged on campus, he has had the when I’m off the ball, while players wear practice shorts I’m in help and just talking that have the word ‘defense’ the whole possession out is printed on the back of them, where I’ve really grown.” but Moncreiffe didn’t buy Moncrieffe has someinto those shorts at first. thing a lot of people don’t: Now he’s beginning to an unique combination of learn the ropes of Boynton’s attributes Boynton can see culture. the potential in if Moncreiffe “He’s got all the physi- will buy into the defensive cal tools, it’s not an ability side of the game. problem at all,” Boynton “He’s got good long said. “You’ve got to admit term potential because he’s there’s a problem first before got a unique combination you can fix it. If you don’t of size, length, strength and identify that the word deathleticism, and now, it’s just fense exists, even if it’s writ- the will and understanding ten on the butt of his shorts, of the concepts and schemes it didn’t make sense.” that he has to get caught up “He was trying to figon,” Boynton said. ure out why that was on his Perfection is possible in shorts instead of dunk, I sports, but he is working to guess” get as close as he can with Now, after about a the potential that he has. month of practicing Mon“It’s a process,” Moncrieffe has improved his crieffe said. “I’m not going defense, he still has a long to be perfect everyday, but way to go to reach Boynton’s I feel like I’ve made great expectation for the team. strides toward it.” “I’m proud of him because as much as he didn’t know, he was willsports.ed@ocolly.com
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Daily Horoscope By Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Today’s Birthday (11/16/20). Benefits flow this year through communications, networking and connection. Maintain steady creative practices to realize your vision. Joint finances take a twist this winter, leading to a personally profitable phase. Summer brings diminished cash flow, before your shared fortunes rise. Write your masterpiece. 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 a 7 — The road ahead may not look as imagined. The more you learn, the bigger mess you discover. Clean up what you can. Start at home. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Financial fantasies and reality don’t match. Focus on immediate family needs. Avoid retail therapy. Reduce consumption. Conserve valuable resources. Collaborate for shared gain. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 7 — Collaborate for practical priorities with your partner. Things could seem chaotic. Stay flexible to adapt to changing conditions. Discover solutions. Invent new possibilities together. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 7 — Avoid distractions. Something doesn’t work as it should. Don’t give in to disappointment. Compromise. Adjust and revise your moves. Physical action gets results. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 9 — Have fun with someone you love. Prioritize inexpensive, low risk options. Take a walk somewhere beautiful. Enjoy games, puzzles and diversions. Cook up some romance. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — Make domestic repairs and upgrades. Fix what isn’t working. Clean and reduce clutter. Find new purpose for unused things or give them away. Less is more. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — You can solve a puzzle. Get creative. Slow to avoid mistakes. Monitor news. The truth gets revealed. Share views and feelings. Adapt plans. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Keep financial agreements, deadlines and promises. Stay in communication as circumstances shift. Things may not go as planned. Fantasies dissipate. Expenses can arise. Stay practical. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is a 9 — Focus on personal matters. You can see an unvarnished reality. Do something nice for yourself. Don’t worry about future or past. Enjoy the present moment. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 7 — Rest and recharge. Process recent revelations and consider impacts. Envision balance, peace and harmony. Practice peaceful rituals. Meditate and observe. Discover hidden beauty. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — A group project requires attention. Focus on practical priorities. Collaborate to navigate a challenge. Adapt to an unexpected reality. Pull together to advance. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Professional breakdowns or obstacles have your focus. Tread carefully. Avoid travel or expense and get productive behind closed doors. Prioritize urgencies and postpone the rest.
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