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Pfeiffer receives Ferguson College Early Career Excellence in Teaching Award

Wed, Jun 3, 2026

Morgan Pfeiffer, an assistant professor in the OSU Department of Animal and Food Sciences, was recognized with the Early Career Excellence in Teaching Award at the Ferguson College of Agriculture Scholarships and Awards Banquet in March.

OSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureDepartment of Animal and Food Sciences
Southern land-grant universities strengthen rural connectivity

Tue, Jun 2, 2026

Land-grant universities across the south are addressing the growing demand for digital connectivity in rural areas by leading research-based efforts to expand broadband, strengthen digital skills and connect communities to essential services.

OSU AgricultureOSU Ag ResearchOSU ExtensionDepartment of Agricultural Economics
‘It was a heartfelt experience’: OSU students partner with healing center to create real-world impact

Fri, May 29, 2026

This past fall, students from OSU’s horticulture and landscape architecture department partnered with Hope is Alive, an Oklahoma City-based organization dedicated to providing people with a holistic approach to managing their addictions, to design

OSU AgricutureFerguson College of AgricultureDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Shoup honored with Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising and Mentoring

Thu, May 28, 2026

OSU professor Dan Shoup was recognized with the Excellence in Undergraduate Advising and Mentoring Award for his impactful, student-centered guidance and commitment to hands-on learning in natural resource ecology and management.

Ferguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureFood/Land and Natural Resources
Rural Renewal Initiative Seed Grants fund rural research

Wed, May 27, 2026

Rural Oklahoma intersection with a gravel road, stop signs, and power lines stretching across open farmland under a cloudy sky, representing the setting of rural research communities.

OSU AgricultureOSU Ag ResearchOSU ExtensionFerguson College of AgricultureRural Renewal Initiative
OSU professor named an AAAS Fellow for work in plant genetics

Wed, May 27, 2026

Million Tadege, professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at Oklahoma State University, was recently named a 2025 American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow for his innovative work in understanding leaf blade development

OSU AgricultureOSU Ag ResearchFerguson College of AgricultureDepartment of Plant and Soil Sciences
Fire by design: OSU Extension reduces local wildfire risk through prescribed burns

Fri, May 22, 2026

OSU Extension uses carefully planned prescribed burns to restore grasslands, reduce wildfire risk and better manage Oklahoma’s changing landscapes.

Cowboy JournalFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture
Harmless crawlers: OSU course reshapes how students see arachnids

Fri, May 22, 2026

An Oklahoma State University entomology course is helping students overcome fear and misconceptions by engaging hands-on with arachnids and learning about their ecological and scientific importance.

Cowboy JournalFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture
Contagious curiosity: OSU alum reflects on research mentorship post-grad

Fri, May 22, 2026

An OSU alum credits faculty mentorship and hands-on research opportunities for shaping her path toward a combined medical and research career focused on improving patient care.

Cowboy JournalFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture
A Prime Tradition: OSU celebrates 100 years of intercollegiate meat judging

Fri, May 22, 2026

Oklahoma State University marks 100 years of intercollegiate meat judging by celebrating a legacy of national success, student development and industry impact that continues to shape future leaders in agriculture.

Cowboy JournalFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture
The power of peanuts: OSU Extension faculty supports community and food entrepreneurship in Kenya

Fri, May 22, 2026

OSU Extension faculty partnered with a Kenyan entrepreneur to support women farmers and strengthen local food systems through innovative peanut processing and community-based agricultural development.

Cowboy JournalFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture
One Cowboy's legacy: The booming voice behind Ferguson's orange power retires after 40 years

Fri, May 22, 2026

After nearly 40 years at OSU, Jerry Fitch retires leaving a lasting legacy of student mentorship, leadership development and unwavering Cowboy spirit in the Ferguson College of Agriculture.

Cowboy JournalFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture
Finding her roots: Ferguson student strengthens Oklahoma’s produce industry from the ground up

Fri, May 22, 2026

OSU student Sophia Darrow found her passion in horticulture and now conducts research and outreach to support Oklahoma’s local produce growers and strengthen sustainable food systems.

Cowboy JournalFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture