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what you need to know about midterm elections megan hays campus news editor @ o c olly

Midterm elections are approaching, and time is running out for people to get registered to vote and make their voices heard.

For some underclassmen at Oklahoma State University, this will be their first opportunity to vote in a national election.

The midterms are the elections that happen midway between presidential election cycles. This year, midterms take place Nov. 6. Offices at the local and national levels are contested.

Each state has its own questions on the ballot. Oklahoma has five, dealing with topics that range from victims’ rights to the method of electing the governor to permission for optometrists to practice in big stores such as Walmart.

This year, Oklahoma’s voters will select a new governor, attorney general, state treasurer and several others.

Depending on voters’ counties of registration, they might also choose local officials such as district judges.

Oklahoma doesn’t allow voters to register to vote online, but it does permit them to download the voter registra-

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A sign points voters toward a polling location.

tion form. A potential voter has to fill out the form and mail it to the Oklahoma State Election Board by Oct. 12.

People can also go to their county’s state

election board, post office or tag agency to fill out voter registration forms.

Once registered, one should receive a voter registration card with

information the voter filled out on the registration form, including party affiliation and address. Also listed on the card is the polling place location. This is where people go to cast their votes on Election Day. For many college students, it is hard to go to their designated polling places because of their busy schedules or distance. In all states, people are allowed to request absentee ballots or certified ballots they will receive via mail.

Voters don’t need to provide reasons to request absentee ballots in Oklahoma. The absentee ballot is the same as the ballot vot-

ers receive on Election Day. People can fill out the ballots and then mail them back in the provided envelopes to cast their votes.

Before a voter mails back the ballot, a notary must sign the affidavit to ensure the voter is registered in Oklahoma.

Notaries often work at banks and other financial institutions as well as local courthouses.

For a ballot to count, the county election board must receive it no later than 7 p.m. on Election Day.

Megan Hays is a chemistry sophomore from Bartlesville. She can be reached at news.ed@ocolly. com.

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Opinion: Nervous about midterms? Here are some study tips iman i jen n in gs staff reporter @ o c olly

Midterms: we love to hate them.

Don’t worry, though.

Here are some tips to ace those exams.

Don’t study all at once.

Start dedicating each day to one or two subjects. For example, devote Monday to studying American government, while on Thursday you can focus on calculus.

Plan your study time in a way that works for you, but try not to procrastinate or cram all the information in your brain at once.

Take a break.

During every study session, you should take about a 10-15-minute break. Watch a video, eat a snack, take a walk or rest your eyes. Just make sure you’re not overstudying material.

Visit office hours.

You’ve likely been told numerous times to go talk to your professors during their office hours, but this is helpful. If you have a question on the review or there is material that is hard to understand, then it’s important to ask your professor the first

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chance you get.

Stay off your cellphone.

Unless you absolutely need your phone, the best thing to do is not check it every five seconds. Try turning on “Do Not Disturb,” or download apps such as “Tide” and “Pocket Points.” The less distracted you are, the more beneficial studying becomes.

Form a study group.

If you know people who are taking the same course as you, create a group chat and a study group. Plan a time and place, assign specific

sections of the review to each person and even bring food to create a fun experience. Study groups can also form future friendships.

Get plenty of sleep.

Remember, a good night’s rest is most important. Staying up until 6 a.m. is not healthy for your mind or body.

Taking a midterm while you’re sleep-deprived won’t help you. Rest allows you to think clearly, which is key for any exam.

Study in a comfortable setting.

Avoid areas where

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you’re distracted and can’t complete a task without having to stop every few seconds. Try studying in quiet places, such as the library, a coffee shop or the Student Union, depending on the time of day.

Eat up.

If you want to stay energized, grab a snack when you’re studying.

Sometimes students can forget to eat because of their busy schedules, but getting nutrients is important. You don’t have to eat a full-course meal every time, but maybe pack trail mix or peanut butter crackers before you head to the library.

Be confident.

You got this. Nerves are OK, especially if you’re a freshman and this is your first time taking a midterm. Don’t forget to have a positive mindset, and don’t wait until the last minute to review material. If you study hard and study smart, you will pass midterms.

Imani Jennings is a multimedia journalism freshman from Tulsa. She can be reached at imani. jennings@okstate.edu.

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Review: ‘The Lost Tapes’ will please Wu-Tang fans Doug las CA N AVIN staff reporter @ o c olly

Wu-Tang member Ghostface Killah returned to music this week with his 10th studio album “The Lost Tapes.” The hip-hop icon’s first solo effort since 2010 is a soulful, star-studded piece that will please longtime fans and hip-hop heads alike.

Big Ghost’s production is paint-by-the-numbers here, never straying outside of Ghostface’s comfort zone. The jazz-rap style Ghostface executed ghostface killah/twitter Ghostface Killah released his 10th studio album “The Lost well on his collaboration Tapes” on Friday. with BadBadNotGood, “Sour Soul,” continues on energy than he did in his ludes “Put the Ghostface “Tapes” but with a nostalprime. His self-comparon It” and “Reflections of gic tint. The album sounds ison to other entertainC.R.E.A.M.” Quite often, like it came out of a ‘90s ment legends on “Saigon Ghostface gets lost in the time capsule, and this shuffle of his own album.

Velour” is appropriate: makes for easy listening.

His distinctive nasal inflec“Count the plaques on the The instrumental arrangetion is present through the wall, like I sang for The ment in “I Think I Saw a album, but it appears far Beatles/ Went from label Ghost” would sound right too little for a Ghostface to label, changed my name at home on “36 Chambers” solo effort. No single to Clark Gable.” The hook or any other Wu-Tang performance sticks out as to “Majestic Accolades” record. “Buckingham Palnot holding its own, but no is a major high point on ace” and “Done It Again” performance is mind-bogthe record, acting as an have grand, horn-laden gingly spectacular either. earworm that sticks around backing tracks that have “The Lost Tapes” is in your head long after become a staple to any another solid outing from listening.

Ghostface album. this popular Wu-Tang Clan The album is chock-full Ghostface’s performance member.

Although the of features from hip-hop’s on this record is solid. album has its faults, most past and present.

“Tapes” is missing the notably the bloated sup“Tapes” has appearances highly conceptual nature porting cast and a lack of from legends including of his more critically conceptual storytelling that Snoop Dogg and E-40, acclaimed albums like showcases Ghostface at his fellow Wu-Tang members “Twelve Reasons to Die.” best, it is still an enjoyable Raekwon and Killah Priest It doesn’t take away from listen that you will come as well as rising artists inenjoying the album, but back to for at least a few of cluding Benny the Butcher. it prevents “Tapes” from the tracks.

All of the features are ascending to the upper good, but the sheer number Douglas Canavin is a echelon of his and Wusports media junior from of them is a detriment to Tang’s catalog.

Ghostface still has punch the album. The only tracks Wilmington, Delaware. He can be reached at douglas. that don’t feature another to his lyrics, though he canavin@okstate.edu. delivers them with less person are the two interWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2018

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Notebook: Gundy plans to redshirt Sanders j e re m y ko lok Asst. Sports Editor @ J E REM Y_KOLOK

As Mike Gundy stood on the sidelines during Oklahoma State’s loss to Iowa State last week, the option to replace his starting quarterback with Spencer Sanders never crossed his mind.

Taylor Cornelius, OSU’s starting signal-caller, finished with 289 yards through the air, four touchdowns and one interception while freshman Sanders stood on the sidelines, fully padded, watching the game crumble before him.

“He’s practicing good,” Gundy said of Sanders.

“He’s doing well.”

Gundy also said that the plan as of now, barring any

injuries, is to redshirt Sanders this season, meaning he’d be available to play in no more than four games this year.

Sanders likely won’t take the field in a game this season for two reasons.

The first is Taylor Cornelius has improved in every game this season, Gundy said. The Cowboys’ offensive struggles are mostly connected to the inability to protect Cornelius in the pocket rather than anything he has done wrong.

The second reason is Gundy doesn’t want to risk injury to the most highlyanticipated recruit he has snagged at OSU. “I’m not a big fan of playing freshman quarterbacks because I think they’re prone

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Oklahoma State freshman quarterback Spencer Sanders throws the ball during OSU football practice on August 3.

to injury,” Gundy said. “I was worried about Corndog in (the Iowa State) game with all the hits he was taking … and he’s a full-grown man.”

This season, the Cowboys have faced two true freshman quarterbacks in Big 12 play. They were lower-rated recruits than Sanders, though

they combined for 715 passing yards, six touchdowns and two victories at Boone Pickens Stadium.

But there might be some wisdom behind Gundy’s decision.

Alan Bowman, the freshman quarterback who started for Texas Tech in its victory

against OSU, suffered a collapsed lung after taking a hit in the Red Raiders’ loss to West Virginia last week.

“Maybe I’m a little soft in that area,” Gundy said. “But I think when you’re young and you get out there and you play in this conference long enough, there’s a good chance you’re gonna get hurt.”

Cowboys might play without Hambright for second straight week Arlington Hambright’s status is in question for the Cowboys’ upcoming game against Kansas State.

Hambright, OSU’s starting left tackle, is still recovering from an ankle sprain that kept him out of last week’s matchup with Iowa State.

“It’s different than when

you’re 180 pounds,” Gundy said. “They can tape them up and live a little bit. Threehundred pounds is a tough gig.”

Gundy said the deciding factor on whether Hambright will play this weekend is if he can put weight on his leg during practices this week to perform at a high enough level, though he said Hambright will likely not be ready.

The OSU offensive line allowed quarterback Cornelius to get sacked seven times against ISU and has allowed 18 sacks on the season.

Jeremy Kolok is a univeristy studies junior from San Antonio, Texas.

He can be reached at jkolok@okstate.edu.

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Review: ‘WAX’ starts shaky, gets better Jad e n B esteda staff reporter @ o c olly

“WAX,” the second album in KT Tunstall’s “KIN” trilogy, offers a well-developed and complex sound for this project.

This album is all about pop-rock with a mixture of smooth songs that are an absolute mood for a Sunday afternoon. Tunstall uses several ways to express herself. After listening to this album, fans get the notion she is in control of her music, and she pulls it off.

Tunstall experiments with a range of sound in the album, switching through different styles of music as if she is unsure of her best talents. One could section this album into three parts. The first act is keen on using elements of big band sound with fiery vocals. This stretch of the album is a foursong-long interval and becomes redundant after the second track, “Human Being.”

Fans get the feeling she is hoping for a rock-pop hit and nothing more. They’re all a swing and miss.

Despite Tunstall’s rocky start, it’s clear she is in charge.

The second act is remarkably smoother.

This is where she is at her best. “The Healer (Redux)” starts off a

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Regular domestic attention provides a satisfying reward. A plot twist drops a gift. Home and family hold your heart this winter before a barrier redirects a group effort. A summer career boost leads to new domestic choices. Family connection invigorates.

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 -- Refine financial planning over three weeks, with Mercury in Scorpio. Discover a hidden truth. Avoid clashes and conflict with meditation and deep breathing. Imagine peace.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 6 -- Don’t force anything. With a physical limitation, slow down, rest and try later.

Nurture your health. Collaboration flourishes over three weeks, under Scorpio Mercury.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Talk about the changes you want. Get expert advice with health, fitness and work questions. Imagine an inspiring possibility, and get support in the pursuit.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 6 -- Adapt to a domestic surprise. Your thoughts turn to fun and romance, with Mercury in Scorpio. Be skeptical of wild schemes. Don’t try new tricks yet.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Domestic communication flourishes, with Mercury in Scorpio. Confine intimate conversations behind closed doors. Listening is more powerful than speaking. Adjust plans for unexpected developments.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Keep generating income. Things may not go as planned. Anticipate disagreement or chaos. Use skills of persuasion and diplomacy. Communicate and connect, with Mercury in Scorpio.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- With negative self-image, get out of your head and into conversation with someone who loves you. Profitable opportunities increase, with Mercury in Scorpio.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Find somewhere quiet to think. Consider your purpose, mission and vision.

Determine and schedule steps. Advance a personal dream, with Mercury in Scorpio for three weeks.

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Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is an 8 -- Anticipate financial disagreement by budgeting carefully with flexibility, patience and humor. Discuss your next adventure. Make long-distance connections, with Mercury in Scorpio over three weeks.

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