NSGA to extract 80s time capsule

By Saxon Campbell


      Northeastern State Government Association will have a time capsule extraction Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010. The time capsule will contain items and memorabilia from the 80s.
      The unveiling will begin at 3 p.m. at the Underground, located in the UC basement. Anyone of any age is allowed to attend. Free refreshments and snacks will be served.
      “I want to see the process,” said Megan Blondel, Stilwell freshmen. “Even though it will be like 20 years from now when they dig mine up.”
      For more information on this event contact Brock Crawford at 918-444-2120 or crawforb@nsuok.edu.
 

BCM wraps up semester with Christmas festivities

By Courtney McBride

     On Dec. 3 at the Baptist collegiate ministries building students will reveal their cookie decorating talent at the BCM Christmas party.
     “It’s going to be a lot of fun, a chance to hang out with friends and show off your cookie decorating skills,” said Kim Ebanks, BCM intern associate.
     The party will also include a Christmas sweater contest. This contest is a great chance to find that beautiful Christmas sweater hiding in the closet, and sport it.
     A free finals pancake feed is set for Dec. 5 for all students who are weary and hungry. Pancakes will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the BCM located between the business and technology building and campus police station.

Angel Tree project still open to participants

By Rebecca Cole

     The Angel Tree program provided by Kids Connections is still open for staff and students to place an application to help a needy child. The deadline to adopt an Angel for this program is Nov. 19. The table with the Angel Tree participants is located in the UC building. This is for children who have low income families that need some help. A lot of these children would not have a real Christmas without the Angel Tree program.
     “I’m really excited to see these programs for the community available here at NSU. It makes me feel like I made a good choice to enroll here,” said Tanisha Swift, new enrolled freshman for Spring 2011.
     There is only a limited amount of angels available to be adopted. For those who already took part in this program; please keep in mind the last day to bring gifts back will be Dec. 3.
     For any further information about the Angel Tree or details please contact student affairs or call 918-444-2120

Drill in Leoser troubles residents

By Blake Harris

     On Tuesday, Nov. 9 students had to be evacuated from Leoser dorms by 10 a.m. They were evacuated to do a drill involving bomb treats and other serious matters. Local authorities and campus police were involved as well as emergency crews. To some students this caused some frustration. Ashlee Johnson, Kiefer freshman was one of these students.
     “It stressed me out because I had exams in multiple classes that day,” said Johnson.
     The drill lasted from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students could not enter the building at all during this time. After the drill had concluded the students were notified through e-mail that they could return to the building.
     “It was stressful but we do need to be prepared if situations like this ever happen,” said Johnson.

Hannah speaks at Leadership and Change Forum

By Brooke Murdock


     On Nov. 11 Jay Hannah was the speaker for the Leadership and Change forum.  Hannah was invited by President Betz to come speak.
     The sororities on campus were required to attend the event. Christie Fullerton, Colcord sophomore admired the way Hannah presented leadership. She portrayed Hannah as the typical speaker who would get up and talk about the steps of leadership.
     “Jay Hannah’s definition of leadership was very accurate as well as insightful,” said Fullerton. “He said that leaders are only followers who are very good followers.”
     Fullerton was surprised by how humble Hannah was, and how he views a leader as someone who can take a backseat and be a follower.
     “I thought it gave way to a new style, definition and attitude for those of us looking to be leaders,” said Fullerton.

Flu shots available to students

By Elizabeth Gibson
     With flu season just around the corner students are encourage to get their annual flu shots. Students are also encouraged to wash their hands frequently, cover mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids.  Flu shots are being given to students who wish to receive them on Nov. 16 at the Student Health Center.  Shots are limited to students for $15. Cash or checks are accepted. Please bring student ID.  Contact Libby Rogers for more information at (918) 456-5511 ext. 2126

Kappa Alpha Psi works with Food Basket Frenzy

By Justin Dotson

      The fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi is working in conjunction with the Food Basket Frenzy to bring meals to those that cannot go home or afford food to put on the table.  The Food Basket Frenzy is working toward a food drive that is sponsored by the school.
      “We want to raise money to either give to the school or find a family and sponsor their Thanksgiving,” said Josh Harris, Broken Arrow sophomore.  “We in the past have given meals to students who didn't get to go home for the break we understand that food doesn't replace their families but gives them a little something to be happy with.”
      So help out a family or a fellow student who is in need of some wonderful upcoming holidays and donate food or help sponsor a family.  If anyone wants to help with either cause, contact Josh Harris at 918-407-0205.