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Oklahoma caseworkers have done little to help a Stillwater couple care for the nine children they have fostered since 2013, the parents said.

For example, the state Depart-ment of Human Services casework-er responsible for ensuring their house was safe for children showed up “only once or twice in three years,” Chelsie French said.

“The caseworker for one of the children we are fostering now has changed three times in the past eight months,” she said.

At the beginning of the year, support from DHS seemed likely to worsen because of an announced $68 million budget cut during the next 16 months. Gov. Mary Fallin recently drafted a budget plan that would allocate $11.3 million to help DHS comply with all seven parts of the Pinnacle Plan. But state legislators would have to agree.

The Pinnacle Plan is a result of a class-action lawsuit against DHS in 2012. An OSU political science professor said the plan was designed to hold DHS accountable and improve the quality of foster care in Oklahoma.

Haley Murphy said budget cuts would make it nearly impossible for DHS to comply with the four remaining requirements of the Pin-

nacle Plan.Among the solutions the state

agreed to enact to end the lawsuit were limiting caseworker loads, ensuring monthly caseworker visits, recruiting and training more foster parents, and reducing the number of children in foster care and emergency shelters.

DHS is required to meet all

seven standards by the end of the year.

French said DHS officials weren’t following state require-ments even before the budget cuts.

For example, French said DHS also has not verified her annual fos-ter parent training classes since her initial certification three years ago.

“We have our hours, but they’ve never checked,” she said. “But the classes honestly haven’t helped much anyway.”

French said a week after certi-

fication, the couple was asked to take in a brother and sister. But the training had not prepared her and her husband, she said.

“It was like a bomb went off in our home and in our hearts,” French said. “The 2-year-old girl had issues with self-harm, so she would hit her head on the tile, and we had to take her to the E.R. three

times until DHS sent the kids to a therapeutic foster home.”

Each foster child has a casework-er who knows about the child’s sit-uation and provides extra support. But French and her husband have started compiling their own files for their foster children because caseworkers change so often.

“Dangerous Levels” of State Budget CutsThe Pinnacle Plan is supposed

to address French’s concerns, among others. But with increasing

numbers of children in foster care coupled with the announcement of a state revenue failure in December, some question whether the plan’s goals can be reached.

Murphy said the biggest obstacle for DHS is maintaining the stan-dards in the midst of unprecedented budget cuts.

“We are cutting the DHS budget while at the same time, more children are entering the system,” Murphy said. “It will be very dif-ficult to accomplish the goals with current state funding levels.”

In a video on the agency website, state DHS Director Ed Lake said the cuts are at “dangerous levels.” Lake said many positions will be cut because of the lack of federal and state funding and encouraged employees to consider the new voluntary buyout program, VOBO.

The agency also has imple-mented a hiring freeze except for child welfare specialists, which are positions directly involved in the foster care process.

Although VOBO and the freeze help alleviate budget concerns, the quality of employees could suffer as a result.

“Many DHS workers, especially social workers, have a high turn-over rate,” Murphy said. “Workers eligible for buyouts are generally closer to retirement and are more likely to stay, but these buyouts can

weed those employees out.”

Promises of Private PartnershipsAs DHS struggles to meet its

state-mandated goals, nonprofit partners have stepped in to help.

“DHS has always had at least a little bit of work with nonprofits, particularly with agencies that recruit and train foster and potential adoptive parents for children in DHS care,” Murphy said. “But after 2014, these partnerships have taken on a more significant role in the system.”

A critical component of the 2011 Oklahoma DHS lawsuit, D.G. v Yarbrough, involved closing statewide shelters after several cases of child mistreatment and abuse. Nonprofit partners can help provide these foster children with a safe place to go in an emergency situation.

The foster care and transitional living coordinator at Payne County Youth Services said its partnership with DHS is beneficial, especially in high-risk situations.

“DHS closed its state operated shelters, but we have access to the DHS emergency hotline, so we can help place children in our shelter or in short-term care,” Emily Hays said.

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agencies and have found suc-cess, which is what Murphy and a co-author are studying.

“The idea is that smaller organi-zations that are more specialized are better able to provide oversight to parents so that DHS can focus more closely on the children,” Murphy said.

Because the number of children in foster care continues to climb annually, part of the settlement requires DHS to recruit thousands of foster family homes. Private organizations have since taken on a strong recruitment role to meet these needs.

“Part of the settlement in the lawsuit is that DHS needs to develop systems to outsource recruitment and training of foster care parents so that it is not a part of DHS’s everyday activities,” Murphy said.

These nonprofit organizations or private agencies have contract agreements with DHS and are required to meet federal guide-lines and standards. These are sometimes stricter than the normal guidelines, especially in terms of the number of cases these organi-zations are allowed to take.

Murphy and her co-author are researching nonprofit collabora-tion with government agencies, specifically whether the govern-ment funding is advantageous or causes a mission shift for the nonprofit. But for the DHS case in particular, there seems to be a more positive correlation with in-creased partnership, Murphy said.

“Nonprofit child welfare agen-cies are often staffed by social workers, so they have a lot of common educational values with DHS workers, so that is why you don’t see a negative effect,” Murphy said. “So because they

have a common goal, this case has a positive relationship and seems to work well together.”

Although the agency has been strongly criticized, Murphy said it’s also important to note that DHS workers are performing a high-stress, difficult job with few benefits. She added that despite the lawsuit and pervading prob-lems, Oklahoma has led the way with other initiatives, such as kin-ship families.

“One thing Oklahoma’s DHS has done really well is the recruit-ment and seeking of kinship foster families, which are family mem-bers or family friends,” Murphy said. “This makes the transition for children a little less unsettling because they are going to live with people they know.”

Growing Need for Foster FamiliesThe need for recruiting more

permanent, therapeutic and short-

term emergency foster care par-ents continues to increase because thousands of children remain in the system. For existing foster parents such as French, this is evident through increased requests to foster more children.

“DHS called us 17 times in a month begging us to take more kids,” French said.

As the need for foster families increases, nonprofit and private agencies are continuing to increase their efforts to support DHS and recruit more parents.

The director of LilyField Chris-tian Adoption and Foster Care in Edmond, who asked to remain unnamed, explained that its main objective is to help recruit foster families and provide them with the support they need to succeed. She said her organization is an extra hand for DHS to ensure foster families are safe, complying with DHS rules and equipped with

the tools necessary to be the best family for children in sensitive situations.

French said two of her friends foster through a private adoption agency and they seem to receive more support through more fre-quent visits.

“Basically, these nonprofits are liaisons for DHS,” French said. “I’m not sure which way is necessarily better because it’s just a different way, but we aren’t checked on as much as my friends who are checked monthly through their agency.”

For some agencies, particularly in Payne County, these increased partnerships are in the early stages but seem to be making a differ-ence in placing children in safe places for short- and long-term stays.

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Graduate college officials are considering charging a fee to applicants accepted to Oklahoma State University programs because so many of those students don’t enroll, leaving spots unclaimed.

“It seals your spot in the pro-gram, and if you’re willing to put down $100 towards your spot, then obviously you’re willing to put forth the effort to come,” said Cathy Haviland, president of the Graduate and Professional Student Government Association.

The fee would be reimbursed when the applicant enrolled. Each graduate program would decide whether it wanted to charge the fee and the amount it would charge.

Graduate college officials will decide in the fall whether they want to move forward with the proposal, which would require the A&M Board of Regents and the Oklahoma State Board of Regents approval.

At the earliest, the fee wouldn’t go into effect until applications are filed in fall 2017, graduate college

Dean Sheryl Tucker said.Of the more than 2,100 ap-

plicants accepted this past fall, Tucker couldn’t say how many didn’t show up but knows others would have taken their place if given the opportunity.

“It’s really sad when you have slots that you’ve assigned to people by admitting them, and they don’t show with no com-munication,” Tucker said. “That’s another student that could have had that opportunity.”

The no-shows also cause prob-lems for graduate programs.

“There are graduate programs that have a really high volume of applications or are extremely com-petitive for slots,” Tucker said. “So it’s important they have the class size they anticipated.”

She said the no-shows also af-fect staffing across campus.

“There are very real factors that come into staffing levels for other programs at our undergraduate level specifically,” Tucker said.

Many faculty members rely on graduate students as teaching as-sistants to help with the workload throughout the semester.

“We have so many TA slots, and we need teaching assistants for the classes that have to be offered to our undergraduates,” Tucker said.

“We either have to over-admit to make sure we have enough people who are eligible to do that job, or we risk people not showing up. This is where the fee would help as well.”

Although the fee amount hasn’t been decided, Tucker said each program set its own up to a certain amount.

Each program would decide whether it would benefit by hav-ing the fee, said Brenda Smith, graduate vice chair of the Faculty Council.

“It’s really going to be on a program-by-program basis,” Smith said. “The idea for mov-ing forward here is that we want to enable programs to have the option, and then it’s the programs’ decision to use it or not.”

Until the fall, this proposal will be discussed among graduate faculty, graduate Faculty Council members and graduate students.

“I think it’s an awesome idea,”

said Haviland, an animal science Ph.D. candidate.

She said some students might be deterred and choose a different college because of the enrollment fee, but she also said she thinks it could “keep the good students coming and deter the other stu-dents elsewhere.”

Graduate college officials agreed if students are deterred, then they probably “weren’t very serious about OSU and that par-ticular graduate program.”

Tucker said if students are under special circumstances, there are options to help such as waivers and admission deferral requests.

“We do have applicants with financial need in the U.S. but particularly abroad, and there are mechanisms for application fee waivers,” she said. “Then a pro-gram could use the same process, but as a waiver for the enrollment deposit.”

But the financial need of some students contributes in their decision to not apply for certain schools.

“There was one school in particular that I didn’t end up ap-

plying to for various reasons, but I have to admit that fee was kind of the straw that broke the camel’s back,” said Sarah Pons, an art his-tory master’s student.

Pons said she understands the proposal in certain aspects and knows it is “somewhat a form of compensation.”

The proposal’s cost would be a tiny amount compared to the amount a student pays to attend graduate school. Tuition for an in-state graduate student is about $200 per credit hour, while out-of-state graduate students pay almost $800 per credit hour, according to OSU’s bursar office.

“A serious student who wants to come here for our programs and outstanding faculty will under-stand that it’s just a small part of what is costs to get that advanced degree,” Tucker said.

“Programs are really going to think about whether this makes sense, and for some programs, I think this absolutely will make sense for them.”


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but seem to be making a dif-ferenThe Payne County Youth Services program for foster care started last year, but Hays said the collaboration with DHS is working well through placing more children in care, recruiting more foster par-ents and meeting the needs of those foster families.

These private organizations must maintain the public standards of DHS, and Hays said they strive to make sure children are safe, cases

are kept confidential, and a high code of ethics is maintained.

“We get audited and monitored every two months, and our child licensing is review every six months since we are still a new contract,” Hays said. “We abide by all of DHS standards and turn in our forms and paperwork to them for review.”

Meeting Extra NeedsIn addition to supporting foster

care parents and processes, non-profits and churches help DHS re-cruitment workers such as Georgia Wessel meet daily needs.

“Kinships can happen unexpect-edly, so we have organizations like Church of the Harvest who run support groups, help with trainings,

provide daycare and help provide snacks for kids in the DHS offices waiting for placements,” Wessel said.

Other nonprofits and churches support DHS by donating strollers, toys and items children need that the foster care parent stipend may not cover.

“All of these organizations do great work for us, and we are grate-ful for their support,” Wessel said.

These organizations also provide services such as counseling to parents and children involved in foster care.

“If you are going to foster, you need a good counselor,” French said. “My husband and I have gotten used to (fostering), but it’s a hard thing for sure.”

French said sometimes she knows the children get sent back with unfit parents, and sometimes she sees parents’ rights terminated when she knew they were on the road to recovery. But French said the district attorney, who makes these difficult decisions, tries to do what’s best for the kids while also giving the birth parents a fair shot at reunification.

Progress on the PinnacleA committee will give the ulti-

mate verdict on DHS at the end of 2016 to see whether it has “made a good faith effort” to meet all its goals.

This year, the agency has closed all statewide shelters and a record number of 2,186 children were

adopted, according to the 2016 Oklahoma DHS Annual Report.

The department also has met the goal of restricting management to better accommodate child welfare specialists and those directly in-volved with the foster care process, and the agency has hired a couple hundred more child welfare spe-cialists, which is improving the rate of caseworker visits.

Although DHS has met three Pinnacle Plan standards, the state budget cuts and oversight issues make progress more problematic for parents in the system and for the 10,000 children still waiting for permanent homes.


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Stores are running low on Red Bull, and students are running high on stress this week.

It’s the time when college students across the country are frantically reviewing notes, relearning concepts and indulging in caffeine. It’s

finals season.However, many students on

the Oklahoma State campus agree with civil engineering junior Nick Clark when it comes to taking finals.

“You’re not really learning anything, just memorizing it,” Clark said. “Everyone basi-cally ends up cramming in the end, and you’ll forget every-thing afterwards.”

At the end of 30 days, only 20 percent of the information learned is retained, according to qpractice.com.

It is a statistic that sports management freshman Keaton McMillan can also attest to.

“Once I take finals, I don’t feel like I learned anything

honestly,” McMillan said. “I feel like I cram just so I can

pass one test.”Although the majority of

college students across the

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An old hymn goes something l ike An old hymn goes something l ike this; “Under his wings I am safely abiding, though the night deepens and tempests are wild. Stil l I can trust him; I know he will keep me. He has redeemed me and I am his child.”The Bible tells us that “there reThe Bible tells us that “there re-mains a rest to the people of God.” (Heb.4:9) John 15 tells us of much fruit can be produced in and through the one who “abides” in Christ. One aspect of abiding is resting. He is seated in heaven because his work of salvation is because his work of salvation is f inished. Here is someone we can fully trust because “he now sits at the right hand of God with all power and authority. (Matt.28:18) He never changes; “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (He.13:8) He tells us forever.” (He.13:8) He tells us “never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Heb.13:5) He loves

us with a steadfast love. (Ro.8:3839)It is a rest of faith that is ours in Christ. It is an active trust that we can chose and practice each day. This trust is based on the character and promise of God. These never change. There is anothThese never change. There is anoth-er old hymn that goes l ike this;“My faith has found a resting place, not in a manmade creed: I trust the ever l iving one, that he for me will plead.Enough for me that Jesus saves, this ends my fears and doubt: A sinful soul I come to Him, he will not cast me out.My soul is resting on the Word, the My soul is resting on the Word, the l iving Word of God: Salvation in my Savior’s name, salvation through his blood.Chorus: I need no other evidence, I Chorus: I need no other evidence, I need no other plea: It is enough that Jesus died and rose again for me.”

RESTING IN JESUS!

An old hymn goes something l ike An old hymn goes something l ike this; “Under his wings I am safely abiding, though the night deepens and tempests are wild. Stil l I can trust him; I know he will keep me. He has redeemed me and I am his child.”The Bible tells us that “there reThe Bible tells us that “there re-mains a rest to the people of God.” (Heb.4:9) John 15 tells us of much fruit can be produced in and through the one who “abides” in Christ. One aspect of abiding is resting. He is seated in heaven because his work of salvation is because his work of salvation is f inished. Here is someone we can fully trust because “he now sits at the right hand of God with all power and authority. (Matt.28:18) He never changes; “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (He.13:8) He tells us forever.” (He.13:8) He tells us “never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Heb.13:5) He loves

us with a steadfast love. (Ro.8:3839)It is a rest of faith that is ours in Christ. It is an active trust that we can chose and practice each day. This trust is based on the character and promise of God. These never change. There is anothThese never change. There is anoth-er old hymn that goes l ike this;“My faith has found a resting place, not in a manmade creed: I trust the ever l iving one, that he for me will plead.Enough for me that Jesus saves, this ends my fears and doubt: A sinful soul I come to Him, he will not cast me out.My soul is resting on the Word, the My soul is resting on the Word, the l iving Word of God: Salvation in my Savior’s name, salvation through his blood.Chorus: I need no other evidence, I Chorus: I need no other evidence, I need no other plea: It is enough that Jesus died and rose again for me.”

The first two verses of Psalm 32 are expressing the blessedness of the person whose sins are forgiven, the truth that his sins will never be held against him. In the light of judgment day, that is a tremendous blessing. T here is a little phrase at the end of the second verse that can be a challenge to all. “And in whose spirit there is no guile.” (NKJV) “...and in whose spirit is no deceit.”(NIV, NAS) It seems that it is dealing with honesty of heart; a clear conscience. Verses 3 through 5 deals with this very thing. Here is a man who is unwilling to face honestly his sin. God is dealing with him about his sinfulness, but he resists and struggles, not wanting to be honest and admit his wrong. Finally, he admits and acknowldeges his wrongdoing, and God immediately forgives him. He is right with God when he became honest with God. The apostle Paul says, “I have lived my life with a perfectly good conscience before God up to this day.(Acts.23:1 NAS)

Paul writes to Timothy, a young Christian minister; “keeping faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and suffered shipwreck in regard to their faith.” (1 Tim.1:19 NAS) P aul says, this is important; I live this way and Timothy, you should do the same. Otherwise, you are deceiving yourself and will destroy your walk of faith with God.Jesus, in the parable of the sower,(Lu.8:15 NAS) says,”And the seed in the good soil, these are the ones who have heard the word in an h onest and good heart, and hold it fast, and bear fruit with perseverance.”Here is the cry of an honest man; “Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me and know my anxious thoughts; And see if there be any hurtful way in me, And lead me in the everlasting way.” ( Ps.139:23 24 NAS) He is honest and humbles himself before God, asking God to search him and see if there is wrong in his ways or motives. Then he asks for God’s guidance in the right, eternal way. W ithout guile is the right way!

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the country might feel the same, college professors argue finals are pivotal to the academic well-being of students.

Professor Chad Hankinson has been teaching classes at the university level for 13 years and teaches political science at OSU.

“Final exams are one tool among many to measure how well you are able to demon-strate and apply what you have learned through the course of the semester,” Han-kinson said.

However, Hankinson said he is not a believer in cumula-tive final exams.

“We’re testing you in incre-ments,” Hankinson said. “One

of the shortcomings to final examinations is that there are

so many people taking a lot of them.”

Hankinson attended un-

dergraduate and graduate level classes in New York and

admitted, as a student, taking finals were burdensome. He said he feels he has learned a

lot as a result of them.“It forced me to examine

or re-examine material in the class,” Hankinson said. “For me at least, it helped some of (the material) stick.”

Applying learned informa-tion to future courses in an area of interest is the reason student professor and Ph.D. candidate Jonathan Cannon said he believes finals are piv-otal to course curriculum.

“Finals are a really good chance to refresh students’ memories of why they took the course,” Cannon said. “Students should take courses they’re interested in, so (a fi-nal) is not just a refresher, but a chance to apply the material to future courses.”

Cannon is pursuing a Ph.D.

in screen studies at OSU, and teaches asection of an Intro to Film and TV course.

In playing the role of both student and professor, Cannon said he believes taking a final exam is not too much to ask of the students. He attributes this to the academic nature of a college town.

“One of the best things about Stillwater is the school,” Cannon said. “One of the main reasons that a lot of people are here is to learn. Students have access to everything on campus.

“It’s just simply a time to become serious and engage in the material.”

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Finals are a really good chance to refresh students’ memories of why they took the course. Students should take courses they’re interested in, so (a final) is not just a refresher, but a chance to apply the material to future courses. ”

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As another school year comes to an end, so does another Calf Fry.

Saturday night was the last night of the three-day 25th anniver-sary for Tumbleweed Dancehall & Concert Venue’s Calf Fry Festival. People traveled from across the state to Stillwater to see headliners Josh Abbott Band, Eli Young Band and Kip Moore.

Brianna Kirkland traveled seven hours with her friends from Colum-bia, Missouri, to see Cody Johnson and Kip Moore.

“We just came to have a good time,” Kirkland said. “It’s going to be entertaining.”

If you didn’t make it to Calf Fry this year, here is what you missed over the three day long festival.

Although the first day was sunny,

the ground was left muddy for the last two. The venue was packed with people enjoying country music.

Before the event began, there were people tailgating in their trucks in the various parking lots surround-ing the venue. Coolers and games of horseshoes lined the aisles.

For those wanting to do more than listen to music, there were games at various locations and a mechanical bull to try to ride.

Kristin Brown, a Tulsa resident, came for her third time.

“I really like red dirt country music,” Brown said.

Brown also encouraged people to try the calf fry.

This namesake food is a staple for the event with vendors selling it in baskets throughout the night.

“My husband has been twice

without me, so I made him stay home, and I came with my best friends,” Caitlin Gorrell from Bro-ken Arrow said. “It’s good music, good drinks and good people.”

The Tumbleweed Amphitheater became the stage for acts such as the Eli Young Band and Cody Johnson to perform new music from their albums that will release later this year.

Although the PA system went down for a little while during Kip Moore’s performance on the last night, the musicians still gave the audience an amazing performance. Their microphone stands were lined with guitar picks to throw into the audience at various points in the night.

After the main performances, the Tumbleweed Dancehall & Concert Venue held the after parties with

Chance Anderson, Read Southall and Thom Shepherd.

In the words of Cody Johnson, “Long live country music, and long

live the cowboy way.”

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Live‑in apartment position. Pro‑ fessional atmosphere. Re‑ quires night, weekend, and holi‑ day work; driverâ€™s license; pro‑ fessional dress. Apply in per‑ son at 610 S. Duncan. No phone calls please.

Summer jobYost Lake Country club

in StillwaterCertified lifeguard

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2‑bedroom, 2‑bath, new homes. Preleasing for mid June & August. Call 405‑880‑ 2785.3 & 4 bedroom houses AM‑ SCO 405‑372‑6462.

1302 S. Western 3 bedroom 2 bath $1200.00 per month $750.00 Deposit. Call today 405/743/4266

3‑bedroom, 2‑bath. 801 North Star. Pet friendly. $1050/month. 405‑388‑0038.

Available Now2‑bedroom

2012 E. McElroy. 405‑372‑7107

4 bedroom house available March 15. AMSCO 405‑372‑ 6462.

Exceptional 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedroom houses close to campus. Discount for re‑ lated roommates. Call Rob 377‑9000.

Exceptional new 4‑bed‑ room, 3‑bath, all appli‑ ances. Call Rob 377‑9000.

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duplexes available. 405‑707‑7277.

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June 1st Leasing. 3‑bedroom, 2‑bath, 1700 sq.ft. living space. $900.00. Call 405‑880‑2785.

Nice 2‑3‑4 Bedroom houses available for June 1st Lease. Call Donna (Local Owner) @ 612‑0270One‑bedroom, 307 W. 13th. Gas/water/sewer paid. Pet friendly 405‑377‑2136, 405‑ 338‑8816.

3‑bedroom, 3‑bath, 1629 W. Teal Court. No pets. $900/month. 405‑372‑2676 or 580‑450‑1565.

MAPLE 5001 BED/1 BATH, 600 SQFT. COMPLETELY REMOD‑ ELED 1/2 BLOCK FROM CAMPUS. OPEN FLOOR PLAN. MODERN KITCHEN AND BATH. OAK HARD‑ WOOD FLOORING. WALK‑ IN CLOSETS. BRAND NEW APPLIANCES W/D, DISH‑ WASHER, MICROWAVE. ASSIGNED PARKING. $700/MONTH, $150/DEPOSIT. PRE‑LEASING FOR JUNE 1ST.

405‑377‑2787

1 & 2 bedroom apartments close to campus. AMSCO 405‑ 372‑6462.

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1 Bedrooms 1. The Vintage (519 S. Jardot) 1 Bed, 1 Bath Luxury Apart-ments, Pool, Spas, Sand Volleyball, Sport Court, Available June 1st! Starting at Only $630/month!

2 Bedrooms 1. 11902 S. Fairgrounds (Perkins, OK) 2 Bed, 1 Bath Du-plex, yardwork included. Only $500/month!2. 120 W. Miller 2 Bed, 1 Bath Apt, 2 blocks f/OSU, Ch/A, Only $500/month!3. Lakview Duplex 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 201 W. Lakeview, Only $650/month!4. Homestead Apts 1020 W. 4th St. 2 Bed, 1 Bath, Ch/A, Total Elec,1 Block from OSU! Available August 1st, Only $650/month!5. 18121 Chisolm, 2 Bed, 1 Bath Home Near McMurtry Lake, ALL UTILITIES PAID $800/Month!6. TRAIL’S END 2610 W. 58th, 2 Bed, 2 Bath Duplex, Loafing Shed with Private Pasture set up for Horses, Staring at Only $800/month! www.equinerentalcommunity.com

7. Lakeview Town Home 105.5 W. Lakeview, 2 Large Bed-rooms, 2 & ½ Bath, 2 Car Garage 2 Story Duplex, Only $950/month!

3 Bedrooms 1. James Creek (Phase 1), 126 S. Payne St, 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 & 2 Car Oversized Garages, 1.5 Mi to OSU!, Pool, Spas, Sand Volleyball, Sport Court, Yardwork Incl, Starting at Only $999/month!2. James Creek (Phase 2) Open House at 138 S. Bryan Ct., 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 Car Oversized Garage, Private Pool, Spas, Sand Volleyball, Sport Court, OSU Transit stop, 1.5 Mi to OSU! Mowing/Yardwork Inclu, Total Elec, Energy Efficient! Only $450/person a month ($1,350/month)!3. Teal Ridge Duplex, 2422 W. Teal, 3 Large Beds, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage, Ch/A, Only $945/month!4. McMurtry Acres, 18101 Chisolm Rd, 3 Bed, 2 Bath Home w/ Large yard and back fenced yard near McMurtry Lake. Storm Shelter on-site, ALL UTILITIES PAID for Only $1,050/month!5. Black Copper Ranch, 7518 N. Black Copper Rd. 3 Bed, 2 Bath Solitaire MH on Acreage, option for horses, Only 6 miles to OSU Campus, see driving directions on our website, ALL UTILITIES PAID for Only $1,095/month!6. Trail’s End, 3 Bed, 3 Bath Home, 2413 W. 58th, Private Pasture for horses w/Loafing shed/tack room, Starting at Only $1,125/month! www.equinerentalcommunity.com7. 2318 N. Benjamin, 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage Large Fenced back yard and covered back porch. Only $1,260/month!8. 614 S. McFarland, 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage with Large Fenced back yard, 4 blks to OSU!, Only $1,350/month!9. 107 W. Tyler, 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car Garage Home, Yardwork Included, Only $700/month! 10. St. Michael’s Village, 1722 W. James Place, 3 Large Bed-rooms, 2.5 Baths, 2 Car Oversized Garage, Yardwork Included, access to Storm Shelter, Yard Sprinkler system Only $1,500/month!

5 Bedrooms1. Teal Ridge Duplex, 1625 W. 21st, 5 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 Car Garage, Ch/A, Fenced Back yard, Amazing price ($280/person) $1,400/month

Mobile Home Lots 1. Valley Acres Mobile Home Park, 2800 W. Lakeview, Can accommodate up to 18’ x 90’ Homes, Only $190/month!

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JUNE 1ST RENTALSSTILLWATER PROPERTY

633 N. HUSBAND(405) 743-2126

2-BED DUPLEX1124 N. MAIN

WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPSRECENT UPDATES-1 MILE TO OSU

LOTS OF SHADE-QUIET AREA$550 PER MONTH

3-BED HOUSE106 S. GRANDVIEW

1-CAR GARAGE FENCED YARDHARDWOOD FLOORS-LOTS OF SHADE

LESS THAN 1 MILE TO OSU$900 PER MONTH

3-BED DUPLEX5140 N. DUNCAN

2-FULL BATHS/2-CAR GARAGENORTH OF CAMPUS 4 MILES

$820 PER MONTH

3-BED TOWNHOUSE1517 W. 4TH

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3-BED HOUSE121 W. LAKEVIEW

2.5 BATHS/2-CAR GARAGELARGE LAYOUT-2 LVG AREAS

PETS NEGOTIABLEACROSS FROM BOOMER LAKE

$1425 PER MONTH

4-BED HOUSE2303 E. SYCAMORE

NEWER CUSTOM HOME-3 FULL BATHSGRANITE COUNTERS-PETS OK

CORNER LOT-CUSTOM ACCENTS$1500 PER MONTH

4-BED HOUSE2000 W. ADMIRAL

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OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS-ROOM TO ROAM$1600 PER MONTH

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