Tuesday, January 26, 2021
‘Why not me?’ OSU student petitions for shot at vacant university president job
By Ryan Novozinsky Oklahoma State student Ryne Garrison was hanging with his buddies when he heard the news. “Burns Hargis retires after 13 years at OSU,” the headlines read. Garrison’s friends joked that he should try to replace Hargis as OSU’s president. In Garrison’s mind, however, this wasn’t a joke. “I was just joking around with some buddies and I said ‘hey, I’ll do it, why not me?’ I started thinking a little bit more about it and then I was like ‘you know what would be even funRyne Garrison is attempting to interview for OSU’s president vacancy.
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Like a grindstone Cowgirl By Ben Hutchens
Natasha Mack smiles Oklahoma State WBB’s victory over Texas Tech on January 2, 2021.
game. “Tali (Notoa) did good things, a little dribble penetration to get her open, and she stepped up and made key shots for us,” Littell said. “(Natasha) Mack finished really well protecting the rim at the end and then getting every rebound. I thought we played smart the way we finished the game.” OSU point guard Ja’Mee Asberry was the biggest contributor to the run. After KSU’s Sydney Goodson hit a three to take the lead
with 4:56 remaining in the game, Asberry answered with a triple of her own to rip the lead back for the Cowgirls. It was one of four 3-pointers she would nail in the quarter. “Ja’Mee Asberry came up real big at the end,” Littell said. “She really struggled for three quarters, was 0-5 shooting the ball, and then really finished strong. In the past when she had a bad game or struggled for two or three quarters, that would be her whole game, (but) she
just continued to grind.” Outside of the friendly confines of Gallagher-Iba Arena, the Cowgirls had a tough time getting shots to fall, so they did everything they could to stay afloat. “That’s what you gotta do,” Littell said. “Play defense and keep rebounding, especially when you’re on the road, when the ball isn’t going in. Just don’t give up, just keep fighting and grinding it.” Sports.ed@ocolly.com
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The term “grind it out” was used four times in the postgame press conference. The Oklahoma State Cowgirls defeated the Kansas State Wildcats 69-55 on Monday night in Manhattan, Kansas. It was a gritty performance from an OSU team that had lost three straight games and struggled offensively early. OSU was held to only 44 points in the first three quarters. At one point, it was shooting only 30% from the field. “There’s times you just have to grind games out, especially on the road,” OSU coach Jim Littell said. “I thought it was pretty ugly for three quarters, but our kids stepped up and did a nice job in the fourth quarter.” In the fourth quarter, all the grinding OSU had done to gain a near 20-rebound advantage and to hold K-State to an identical 44 points finally paid off. The game was punctuated by a 15-0 OSU run that melted all of their shooting woes and frustrations away. Four Cowgirls scored in the stretch that iced the
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-nier than telling my friends about it? Starting a petition to actually get an interview,’” Garrison said. “Then it actually turned into a serious thing. It turned into something I never expected.” Garrison then started an online petition titled “Let Ryne Garrison interview for President of OSU,” which now has 145 signatures. He started it to show that he could lead his favorite university and to let OSU prove that it cares about the voices of its students. This opportunity particularly appealed to him because of his own Cowboy roots. “Ryne was born and raised to be an OSU Cowboy,” said Carl Garrison, Ryne’s father. “Even as a baby, the last song of the night was always the Alma Mater hymn. He has proven leadership abilities and I have no doubt he could handle an opportunity of this magnitude. Ryne Holds all of the values and skills to take OSU far into the future. Maybe even the next 50 years.” As for Garrison’s qualifications, he’s had a fulfilling career at OSU. He was named a class of 2022 top 10 freshman man, serves in various
clubs and has been a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity for years. While he understands the chances of him receiving a job offer are slim, he still aims to use this as a means to advocate for student voices. “I’m realizing now that it can be a platform just to say ‘hey listen we’re not alumni yet, we’re not in that place of significance that some of the other alumni that are making these other decision are in, but the current student body should have a say and maybe even have an inside look at the process to decide who’s going to lead us,” Garrison said. OSU has four student representatives on the presidential search committee. Some members of the committee, including Stillwater Mayor Will Joyce, are impressed with Garrison’s courage as a student wanting to lead the school. “I think that’s an interesting idea,” Joyce said. “We’ve had a student mayor here in Stillwater. So I suppose you could consider a student for that petition. It definitely would be really tough to (be OSU’s president) and also pursue your studies… I’m excited about folks who, at that point in their life are looking for ways to get involved more and make a difference. So I’m interested to see where that would turn out for him.” News.ed@ocolly.com
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Stillwater COVID-19 update: Jan 25 On the state level, the health department reported 1,763 new cases, bringing the total confirmed positive cases to 374,853. By Ryan Novozinsky The state also reported 14 new COVThe official ID-19 related deaths, Oklahoma coronabringing the total to virus database on 3,293. There have Monday reported been 339,014 total 421 active cases in recoveries since COStillwater. VID reached OklaThese new homa in March. numbers bring the Oklahoma state city’s total cases to officials are encour5,452 with 19 deaths aging Oklahomans and 5,012 recoveries. 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
Lifestyle Campus Amenity Highlight: The Colvin
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The Colvin provides many great exercise outlets with its equipment.
By Amelia Jauregui A common goal for many students on campus is to find a way to stay active and healthy during their time in college. Lucky for these students, the Colvin Recreation Center is a place that encompasses all things health and wellness. Starting with the facilities, the Colvin offers 250,000 square feet of recreational space which includes, but is not limited to, both an indoor and outdoor pool, an indoor track, dozens of cardio and weight machines, a large free weight section, as well as multipurpose courts and studios. The multipurpose courts can be used for sports such as basketball, volleyball, to even sports such as racquetball or pickleball. The multipurpose studios are also used for unique sessions such as spin classes, yoga and more. Another unique feature of the Colvin is the 28-feet climbing wall. The wall is a great way to exercise in a much more unique style while also challenging common fears such as heights. But the Colvin offers more than just stereotypical gym amenities, but also overall wellness courses in an adjacent building called The Seretean Center. Almost daily, both of these have different events in which students and staff can
learn more about exercise, wellness and overall physical and mental health. From sessions such as “Women and Weights” to their “Employee Bootcamp” to their “Mental Health Series” and more, Oklahoma State makes it easy to not only be successful in your health and wellness journey but to also feel comfortable in starting that journey from scratch.
As for the history of the Colvin, it was named after Valerie Colvin, a faculty member here at OSU, who’s devotion to physical education has been clearly seen after all these years. What started at a $3.3 million, 150,000 square feet center in 1969, has now turned into an over $23 million facility with an additional 100,000 square feet with new, state-of-
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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!
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Daily Horoscope Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Linda Black Horoscopes (TNS) Today’s Birthday (01/26/21). Follow your own star this year. Pursue personal passions with consistent action to take your performance to new heights. Winter community connections support your team through summer challenges before a new passion seduces. Savor delightful parties, gatherings and socializing next winter. Grow into your own power. 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 — Stick close to home. Handle an unexpected mess. Make domestic repairs and upgrades. Clean spaces and clarify communications. Relax with familiar comforts. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is an 8 — Communicate and connect. Write dreams and visions. Wait for developments. Don’t submit
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and edit. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — More income is possible. Stick to the budget. Stay in action. Delays and complications could Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 9 — As you gain strength, you gain options. A personal dream appears within reach, yet barriers delay advancement. Wait for better conditions. Pamper yourself. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is a 7 — Complete old projects. Enjoy plans. Don’t act in haste. Savor peaceful rituals. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 7 — Gather ideas and info from associates, colleagues and teammates. You can see what’s broken. Slow to navigate a tricky passage. Restore integrity for greater workability. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is an 8 — Don’t try to force a professional situation. Obstacles and barriers slow the action. Delays could stall travel or delivery plans. Patiently communicate for solutions. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 7 — Boost your own morale with without breaking the bank. Explore arts, culture or cuisine. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Rely on your partner’s
Collaborate around a challenge. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Treat yourself and your partner with extra patience. Compassion and forgiveness soothe with challenging circumstances. Support each other. Provide a sense of humor. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is a 7 — Slow the pace or risk accidents. Nurture your health and energy with good food and rest. Complications line the path. Wait for better conditions. relax. Enjoy simple pleasures. Wait for developments with creative or romantic breakdowns. Gentle pressure gets farther than force.
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File Photo Ja’Mee Asberry drives towards the basket during Oklahoma State’s game vs Baylor on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Courtesy: Noah Southard/ Orange Power Studios
Shooting Strong By Noah Weber Asberry drifted to the left-wing, got her feet set and drilled a timely 3-pointer to cut the Wildcats’ lead to just three points. Asberry’s barrage from downtown didn’t stop there. She drained three more 3-pointers over the course of the fourth quarter, ultimately fueling a 17-3 run for the Cowgirls, giving them a 69-55 win over the Wildcats. This shooting outburst came out of nowhere for As-
berry as she struggled through the first three quarters of this game. In the first three quarters, Asberry shot just 1 for 6 from downtown and turned the ball over four times. “People stepped up and made plays that hadn’t made plays in the first three quarters,” coach Jim Littell said. “Ja’Mee had struggled and she kept hitting shot after shot.” After scoring just two points in the first seven minutes of the third quarter, the Cowgirls were in need of a strong start to the fourth quarter to help solidify a win
in the house of the Wildcats. Asberry’s dynamic 3-point shooting gave them the exact start to the fourth quarter they needed, helping the Cowgirls improve their record in conference play to 6-3. “In the past, when she had a bad game or struggled for two or three quarters, that would be her entire game,” Littell said. “She just continued to grind and when she saw one go in, it helped her confidence quite a bit.” Sports.ed@ocolly.com
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