First off, congratulations! You're about to begin the best four years of your life. College is a fun and exciting experience. Here are some tips and tricks for your time at Oklahoma State University. Go Pokes!
Stillwater: A place that becomes a part of you.
Stillwater, Oklahoma. This town is a very special place. It has all of the small town vibes, but the conveniences of a larger city (This is coming from a girl who came from a very small rural town). There are grocery stores, clothing stores, a movie theater, a bowling alley, and skating rink. You can always find something to do or someone to hang out with in Stillwater!
Best Places to Eat!
File:Eskimo Joe's.JPG - Wikimedia CommonsFile:Eskimo Joe's.JPG - Wikimedia CommonsThere are so MANY good places to eat in Stillwater. There are several dining places on OSU's campus. Definitely use that meal plan! Off campus, you can find just about anything you want. My personal favorites include The Garage, Texas Roadhouse, and Chili's.
Don't forget the coffee and tea! There are so many cool coffee shops around town. There is Aspen Coffee, Balance Coffee, and the Coffee House. There is also a super cute tea shop called Simplicity and Co. All four of these places have places to study while enjoying a hot beverage.
Party Time!
Nightlife in Stillwater is unique. There are several places to kick back and enjoy a good drink.
- "The Strip" (Washington Street) is a favorite among college students. Home to places like Murphy's, The Copper Penny, Willy's, and Outlaws - the Strip is busy all weekend long.
- The famous Tumbleweed Dancehall is another favorite among students. Tumbleweed has the largest dance floor in Stillwater so dust off those cowboy boots!
We've got spirit, yes we do!
Oklahoma State University sporting events are always fun! You will probably want to invest in a sports pass for game day. This pass allows you to sit in the student section at home events. The energy of the student section is like nothing you have ever experienced. The fight song, the rallying, singing "friends in low places," and the alma mater - nothing can beat it! Go to every event you can. OSU's homecoming celebration is one of the largest in the country and it is so much fun! From the orange fountain to the sign contest, pomping, the parade, and the game - this is one you cannot miss!
Weather…
File:Oklahoma State University Student Union snow.JPG - Wikimedia ...File:Oklahoma State University Student Union snow.JPG - Wikimedia ..."If you don't like the weather, wait a minute… It will change." When moving to Oklahoma State you will want to pack clothes for literally every season. Layers are a good idea. The summers are always hot, but the fall can be tricky. You'll want to wear layers because it's chilly in the mornings and hot in the afternoons. Then you will want warm clothes for winter.
Campus Lingo
Before you move to Stillwater there are a handful of words/phrases that you will want to know:
- Go Pokes! - This phrase is appropriate for any occasion.
- Bedlam - The biggest rivalry in Oklahoma. This is the match up between Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma (OU). This applies to any activity. It's one of the biggest events of the season!
- Pomping - Stuffing tissue paper into chicken wire to create the beautiful homecoming displays.
- Orange Friday - Every Friday of the year your'e supposed to wear America's Brightest Orange!
- Pistol Pete - the best mascot in America!
Good luck! The next 4 years of your life are going to be great!
Congratulations on becoming a member of the Cowboy Family.! You will meet so many amazing people and make some of the best memories of your life. Go Pokes!
