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Building friendship: Agricultural engineers work together to serve the future of OSU Agriculture

Dec 13, 2024

When presented with a job opportunity to move his family from Booneville, Arkansas, to Stillwater, Oklahoma, in 2012, Randy Raper called lifelong friend, Raymond Huhnke, for some advice on the new position.

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Hidden gems: Living plant wall adds splash of color to new Agricultural Hall

Dec 13, 2024

The 186-square-foot green space, tucked neatly away on the east side of the building, is truly a hidden gem for those who use the tranquil area, said Nick Ouellette, Oklahoma State University landscape design manager.

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Where success grows: Hilst family donates to Center for Student Success

Dec 13, 2024

Ferguson College of Agriculture students now have an ideal space in Agricultural Hall tailored to their needs. Thanks to the financial support of Lynn and Jeff Hilst, students have a designated space to connect, study, seek assistance, and engage in

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Preserving the seeds: Collection moves to new facility to preserve agriculture for future research

Dec 13, 2024

Representing a space where the past, present and future of agriculture converge, the Oklahoma State University seed and grain archive will continue to make an impact for years to come as it transitions to its new home in Agricultural Hall.

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Career Connections: Career Liaisons guide students through their career journeys

Dec 13, 2024

Polishing a résumé and cover letter to land that dream job can be a daunting task for students. However, inside the Lynn and Jeff Hilst Center for Student Success, also known as "the Fishbowl," students can find a Career Liaison ready to help them

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It's got to be custard: Larry and Kay's Dairy Bar brings back memories and traditions

Dec 13, 2024

For Ferguson College of Agriculture alumni who were on campus prior to 2005, some of their fondest memories are from sitting around reading The O'Colly, eating a cinnamon roll and drinking a glass of milk, or playing card games between classes at

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OSU Extension names Heart of Extension honorees

Dec 12, 2024

Three administrative support staff members received the Heart of Extension Award from OSU Extension.

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Cantrell named Ferguson College of Agriculture Orange Gown honoree

Dec 12, 2024

Karstyn Cantrell has been selected as the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture's orange gown recipient for the fall 2024 semester.

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Take advantage of tax deductions before the end of the year

Dec 12, 2024

Taxpayers can still take advantage of tax credits and deductions before the end of the year.

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Finding Early Success: Davidson Receives Early Career Achievement Award

Dec 11, 2024

Jered Davidson, a recipient of the 2024 Ferguson College of Agriculture Early Career Achievement Award, grew up in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, and became involved with his local 4-H club at age 9.

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A Man of the Soil: OSU Soil Science Professor Receives National Honor

Dec 11, 2024

Raised on the sprawling campus of Visayas State University on the island of Leyte in the central Philippines, Sergio Abit grew up visiting his father's university office and an occasional lecture hall, always surrounded by intellectual curiosity.

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Dietary supplements don’t replace a healthy diet

Dec 10, 2024

While dietary supplements can be part of a healthy eating plan, they do not replace a healthy diet.

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OSU Extension warns poultry owners to know the signs of highly pathogenic avian influenza

Dec 9, 2024

Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected in a commercial flock in Adair County.

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