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August 24th, 2007

Headlines for August 24, 2007

Spine-tingling facts about students’ workloads, Add/drop dates.

 
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Stillwater band sticks to roots to create unique rock sound

Bassist Brad Tatum, singer and guitarist Mark Vaughan, singer and guitarist Randy Hornberger, and drummer Larry Hyde form Wily Brothers, a local band wanting to put a new face on Stillwater rock while avoiding typical labels.


Keeping the freshman 15 at bay

It can be lonely and boring to be in a strange city, far away from friends and family. Poor diet, lack of exercise, stress and sleep deprivation can lead to weight gain.


Cowgirls ready for scrimmage

The 2007 Cowgirl soccer season begins this Saturday as the team travels to Fort Worth, Texas, to battle the TCU Horned Frogs in an exhibition game. Kickoff is at 6 p.m.


The O’Collegian sat down with senior linebacker Rod Johnson to find out some of his off-field interests

R.J.: I make a mean spaghetti


Robinson to see more playing time this season

For typical backup quarterbacks, most of their time is spent on the sideline with a headset on calling plays or sitting on the bench watching the game.


Losing it without completely losing it

Sex can make you sick. If you attended public school, these two facts have been used to scare you abstinent for years, so it’s no surprise that you’re asking “what now questions.”


Say hello to the familia for me

It’s the end of the first week of college for freshmen. I encourage them to call Mom and Dad and let them know how it went. Or send a letter. Let me provide an example.


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That’s why we have decided to branch out and leave the confines of OSU’s campus and bring you, dear student readers, stories that — get ready for it — you might actually want to read!


TV Tidbits

Well folks, until the gang at Seattle Grace Hospital returns to Thursday nights, Friday’s issue will be devoted to our favorite summer reality show: Big Brother.


Night Life

Kunek, Radiant and Ryan Lindsey playing at Eskimo Joe’s outside concert.


Stillwater band sticks to roots to create unique rock sound

What distinguishes Wily Brothers from the hordes of genre-bending acts is its eclectic sound that’s a genuine reflection of rock’s evolution across four decades.


Drop it like it’s hot ­— before Tuesday

Dropping a course before the deadline is the same as never being enrolled in the course, said Bryan Ritter, administrative support specialist in the Office of the Registrar.


How you SHOULD carry your backpack

If the pack is particularly heavy, lunge one knee forward and lift the pack up so that it rests on your upper thigh with the straps facing you. Then, lift it a second time up onto your back while slipping your arms into the straps.


Spine-tingling facts about students’ workloads

Carrying backpacks filled with textbooks among other school supplies can not only put pressure on a student’s spine but can also cause a plethora of health problems ranging from strains to ruptured discs.