By ECE OZDEMIR
This season, the NWOSU women’s basketball team is making a storm on the court.
The Lady Rangers at one time were ranked in the top 15 nationally. They are in third in the GAC though they have the same 8-2 records as the two teams ranked above them.
Clearly, success is coming to life at Percefull Fieldhouse.
One of the standout games was the pre-conference match against Cameron University last November. The Lady Rangers secured an 83-56 victory, overcoming an opponent they had struggled against since 1997. Throughout the game, the team impressed with their field goal percentage and rebounding dominance, showcasing their effectiveness on the court with a balanced offensive performance.
But the team didn’t stop there.
The team’s statistics throughout the season are also quite impressive: an average of 73.7 points per game, an average point difference of 19.7 against opponents, a total of 617 rebounds, and a 44.4% field goal percentage.
This achievement is not limited to the playing field; it represents NWOSU’s academic and cultural identity on the court. The women’s basketball team’s outstanding performance this season truly comes to life when supported with awareness and appreciation from the community.
As a community, supporting success on the field is a small but meaningful step. Being in the stands, contributing our energy with cheers, and celebrating the season together is part of the NWOSU culture. The Lady Rangers are making waves on the field; we can carry that momentum to the stands by showing them the support they deserve.
Lady Rangers will be back at Percefull Fieldhouse on Jan. 22 against Southwestern Oklahoma State at 5:30 p.m.
Thoughts on one year of Trump
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins published an opinion piece in Fox News highlighting how President Trump is delivering on his promise to put the welfare of American farmers and children first by signing the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.
“The childhood health crisis currently facing our nation is nothing less than an existential threat. Over 75% of kids in America struggle with obesity, poor physical fitness, or related health challenges. These rising rates of chronic disease are influenced by several factors, but diet plays a central role,” said Secretary Rollins. “The absence of whole milk from schools has long been overlooked by countless public officials, but President Trump noticed and has done something about it. This administration understands that the national health crisis cannot be overcome without reorienting federal nutrition policy around science and real-world outcomes.”
Read more at usda.gov.
4 takeaways from first year
Excerpts from piece written by Jessica Blake and Sara Weissman.
Here’s what sources tell us they’ve learned about higher ed under Trump 2.0 and some key takeaways from the year.
- The federal government–higher ed relationship is not sacrosanct.
Some higher ed leaders described the past year as a fracturing of the once-strong relationship between the federal government and higher education. … In contrast, Brian Mueller, president of Grand Canyon University, said his institution’s relationship with the federal government has vastly improved since Trump retook the White House. …
- Trump followed through on his campaign pledges.
Washington policy experts agreed that the Trump administration has made good on its campaign promises—particularly those related to culture war topics.
Throughout the first year, the administration used executive orders, civil rights investigations and grant cuts to crack down on diversity, equity and inclusion practices and policies that, among other things, allowed the participation of transgender athletes in women’s sports.
For some, Trump’s swift follow-through was a relief. … But for Ted Mitchell at ACE and others, that same interest and the subsequent actions were “incredibly disruptive” and “very destructive.” …
- Colleges have felt the impact of Trump’s policies and reconsidered their approach. …
As policy changes rained down on institutions, campus leaders had to make difficult choices on if or how to react publicly. Some higher ed leaders argued the age of public statements is over and that presidents did the right thing by keeping quiet to avoid the government targeting their campuses and students. …
- Higher ed is bracing for fundamental change.
Now, as the Trump administration enters its second year, the midterm elections loom. Early polling and public approval ratings suggest that the Republicans could lose their majority in the House, raising questions about what that could mean for higher education institutions. …
Read more at insidehighered.com