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Where innovation meets opportunity: Oklahoma Legislature funds FAPC production equipment upgrades

Dec 13, 2024

In 1997, the Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center at Oklahoma State University opened its doors as a first-of-its-kind economic development model.

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Symbol of Service: Celebrating the land-grant mission to feed the world

Dec 13, 2024

As the 2024-2025 school year began, the new Agricultural Hall opened. Faculty in the college were committed to celebrating the opening of the building in a meaningful way.

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A symbiotic story: OSU Regents Professor shares her grassland research

Dec 13, 2024

Gail Wilson grew up with an innate curiosity for science. Studying the charismatic animals of the world sparked her science interest, she said, but she found her passion in the unseen and dimly perceived sector of grassland fungi.

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Rooted in viticulture: Love for grapes and wine led viticulturalist to Germany

Dec 13, 2024

A deep-rooted passion for plants took Aaron Essary across the ocean to Germany. Essary's interest in horticulture began at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas, where an introductory botany class sparked his curiosity.

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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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