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New OSU variety is the heavyweight champion of wheat

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

A new wheat variety is on its way to market this fall and is perhaps OSU’s most widely adapted since Duster in the early 2000s.

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OSU Alumni Association names 23 Outstanding Seniors

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

The Oklahoma State University Alumni Association named 23 students as OSU Outstanding Seniors for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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OSU Ph.D. student advances precision agriculture through global fellowship

Wed, Feb 11, 2026

Aicha Biaou, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in plant and soil science, is helping bridge the gap between technology and sustainability in the field.

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Grape management course blends instruction and hands-on learning for producers

Tue, Feb 10, 2026

The 2026 Grape Management course starts March 5 with monthly classes through September and will blend lectures with hands-on learning to assist producers at any level.

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OSU Agriculture names Chris Eck recipient of Whatley Award

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Chris Eck, an associate professor in the OSU Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership, received the James A. Whatley Award for Meritorious Research in Agricultural Sciences.

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Oklahoma legislators to join STEM panel at Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

Oklahoma legislators to join STEM panel at Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair. The 68th annual Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair will be hosted at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater on Friday, March 27.

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‘Oklahoma Gardening’ still growing strong in 51st year

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

The 51st year of "Oklahoma Gardening" kicks off Feb. 14.

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Loss named Sarkeys Distinguished Professor Award recipient

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

Dr. Scott Loss, a professor in the OSU Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management, received the 2025 Sarkeys Distinguished Professor Award for his teaching, research and Extension work.

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OSU campus workshops help home food producers navigate Oklahoma’s Homemade Food Freedom Act

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

New workshop series will help Oklahoma entrepreneurs navigate the Homemade Food Freedom Act.

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Photo Essay: How OSU is helping students achieve their dreams

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

At Oklahoma State University, dreaming big is not just encouraged; it is expected. “We dream as big as the sky” reflects a belief rooted deeply in the Cowboy Code: that potential is not confined by background, circumstance or tradition, but expanded through curiosity, courage and imagination.

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Wu named Crop Science Society Fellow

Wed, Jan 28, 2026

Yanqi Wu, a professor in the OSU Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, was named a Crop Science Society of America Fellow. The award recognizes members who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievements.

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Whitacre’s rural development work earns him Land-Grant Award for Excellence

Wed, Jan 28, 2026

Brian Whitacre, OSU Extension specialist for rural economic development, received the Land-Grant Award for Excellence for his research, teaching and outreach efforts.

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