The Trend Frosh Issue
The Trend is USAO’s student produced magazine. Every year our staff compiles a “Frosh Issue” filled with tips, important information and funny stories to make you fall in love with USAO as much as we do.
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letter from the editor
Contents letter from editor / 3
I’m rounding third base, heading towards home plate of my college career. I’ve had the best of times here; I’ve had the worst of times. As I sit here and look at myself, I think I owe it all to this little university hidden away in a town I had previously never heard of. I am indebted to this school (both metaphorically and financially) for the memories I will keep in my heart for years to come. I made some life-long friendships here. So if I can give you new Drovers any special advice it would be make the most out of your college experience. With that, I don’t mean waste it. Do as many internships as you can. Take classes you never thought you’d ever like. Sit next to the kid in the cafeteria that balances books on their head, just because hey…we’re all a little weird. Don’t be too proud to ask for help. Don’t get lost in the freedom that comes with moving away from your parent’s house. Treasure the lessons you’re learning and most of all be yourself and make decisions that make you happy. This is your life kid.
welcome week / 4-5 tips for freshman / 6-7 local theaters / 8 local delicacies / 9 fall sports / 10-11
Welcome Week Activities MONDAY, SEPT. 2ND
Welcome Bash Carnival Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: The Oval -Come enjoy carnival games, win prizes, and witness a special hypnotist group work their magic on the USAO campus.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 3RD
Res Life Event Time: TBD Location: TBD -This Res Life event hasn’t announced any specific plans but in the past the on campus organization has held Halo competitions, dances, and ‘Drover Idol.’
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4TH
Ice Cream Social & Activities Fair Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: USAO Ballroom -Enjoy FREE icecream, sprinkles and the works, while mingling with different USAO clubs and organizations.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 5TH
Movie on the Oval: Man of Steel Time: 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. Location: The Oval -The SAB will be showing Man of Steel on the grassy oval. Bring blankets and friends to this free event. *Will be held in the Davis Hall Amphitheater if it rains
FRIDAY, SEPT. 6TH
Casino Night/Open Mic Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Station 82 -Come play casino games to win back-to-school supplies or perform on stage at the open mic night.
TEN TIPS FOR USAO FRESHMEN 1. NETWORK
Get to know everyone from your classmates to your professors.
2. BE ACTIVE ON CAMPUS
Participate in class, join a new club, or attend events on campus.
3. KNOW YOUR LIMITS
It’s your first semester. Try to take a class or two that you’ll really enjoy.
4. DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK FOR HELP
Remember there are tutors free on campus, including the writing lab.
5. EXPLORE DIFFERENT MAJORS
Take different courses to see which ones connect with you. You might be in the wrong major.
6. DON’T BREAK THE BANK
Enjoy the free things on campus like the gym and the pool.
7. BE ON TIME
Some professors give pop quizzes the minute class starts, don’t be late!
8. KNOW THE CAMPUS
Get to know where things are located on campus so you are prepared for any issues that may arise.
9. DON’T CUT CORNERS
Go to your classes and never cheat. Hard work pays off.
10. DON’T FORGET YOU’RE NOT ALONE
You may feel overwhelmed at times, but that’s normal. Try to make new friends.
NOW SHOWING:
Nearby Movie Theaters
DID YOU KNOW?
Chief Drive-In (Pictured Above)
Right off U.S. Highway 81, just south of Chickasha Built in 1949, this drive-in theater is open on Fridays and Saturdays all year round. With the purchase of one ticket you get to watch two shows that night.
Heritage Park
2505 Valley View Drive, Chickasha This six screen theather shows most of the big box office hits. On Thursdays they offer a USAO student discount.
Redskin Theater
221 South West Broadway Street, Anadarko Located a short drive out of Chickasha, the Redskin Theater offers an old school movie experience plus heavily discounted tickets at only $4.
Warren Theater
Nash Library has a pet cat named Addison. When she’s not roaming the library in search of new friends, she is adding students on Facebook.
1000 South Telephone Road, Moore Located in Moore, the Warren offers a elegant movie experience with a balcony and lounge area and claims to have the biggest screens around.
local delicacies A&E Grill
Eduardo’s
Paradise Donuts
Arby’s
J&W Grill
Paw Paw’s Hamburgers
BJ’s Pizza
208 Hilburn
Jeannie’s Place
1000 W. Choctaw Ave
Pizza Hut
Bistro Lorene
Jake’s Ribs
Roy’s BBQ
Braum’s Ice Cream
KFC
1228 S. 4th Street
Sonic Drive-In
428 S. 4th Street
Chickasha Donuts
La Fiesta
Subway
Chicken Express
Long John Silver’s
Taco Bell
Chinese Express
Mazzio’s Pizza
Taco Mayo
China Moon
McDonald’s
Temazcal
Crazy 8 Café
Momma Carol’s
Vivian’s Café
Dairy Queen
Munoz
Western Sizzlin
Domino’s Pizza
Napoli’s
Yesteryear’s 50’s Diner
802 W. Grand Ave 1800 S. 4th Street
702 W. Grand
2028 S. 4th Street
1370 Grand Avenue 1700 S. 4th Street 623 S. 4th Street
1328 S. 4th Street 415 W. Chickasha Ave 720 W. Choctaw 806 S. 4th Street
3127 S. 4th Street 501 N. Choctaw
100 Ponderosa Drive
220 W. Almar Drive 1101 S. 4th Street 1127 S. 4th Street 2027 S. 4th Street 625 S. 4th Street
507 NE 1st Street 1732 S. 4th Street
601 S. 4th Street
1028 S. 4th Street 2001 S. 4th Street
309 W. Missouri Ave
2001 S. 1st Street 1782 S. 4th Street 410 W. Grand Ave 117 N. 2nd Street 411 E. Highway 62 3001 S. 4th Street
2600 S. 16th Street
USAO SOCCER On the Spot: “What advice would you give to freshman?”
#4
Sam Rimmer “Enjoy yourselves and see as much of the country as possible.”
#4
#16
Vanessa Yates
Liam Madden
“Be yourself and be open to what the U.S. has to offer.”
“Be willing to work as hard as possible in school and in soccer.”
August Friday 8/23 OKLAHOMA WESLEYAN {W-2 P.M.} {M-4 P.M.} HOME Tuesday 8/27 MIDWESTERN STATE {W-5 P.M.} {M-7 P.M.} AWAY Friday 8/30 OUR LADY OF THE LAKE {W-3 P.M.} {M-5 P.M.} AWAY
Jimmy Hampton
2013 Schedule
COACHES
Sunday 9/01 HOUSTON VICTORIA {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME Thursday 9/05 UT BROWNSVILLE {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME Tuesday 9/10 FRIENDS UNIVERSITY {W-6:30 PM} {M-8:30 PM} AWAY Saturday 9/14 MCPHERSON {W-12 PM} {M-2 P.M.} HOME Sunday 9/15 BETHEL {W-12 P.M.} {M-2 P.M.} HOME Friday 9/20 WILEY COLLEGE {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY
Lexi Vizarelis
September
Saturday 9/21 TEXAS COLLEGE {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY
October Tuesday 10/01 WAYLAND BAPTIST {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME Tuesday 10/08 JOHN BROWN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME Saturday 10/12 ST. GREGORYS {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME Tuesday 10/15 NORTHWOOD {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY
Tony Orsi
Friday 9/27 OBU W-5 P.M. {M-7 P.M.} AWAY
Saturday 10/19 TEXAS WESLYAN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME Tuesday 10/22 MID-AMERICA CHRISTIAN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} AWAY HOME Tuesday 10/29 ASSEMBLIES OF GOD {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME
November Friday 11/01 OKLAHOMA CITY {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.} HOME
Tommy Hubbard
Saturday 10/26 SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN {W-1 P.M.} {M-3 P.M.}
OCTOBER 19 – NOVEMBER 22 OPENING RECEPTION SATURDAY OCTOBER 19 AT 7 PM
FROM DELPHI TO JERUSALEM
A COLLABORATIVE EXHIBIT FEATURING ARTISTS RUDY ELLIS & NATALIE GARRISON
SEPTEMBER 15 – OCTOBER 5
ARTIST’S RECEPTION ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 AT 7 PM