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Mastering New Perspectives: Graduate students assist in winning ways

May 28, 2024

The Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture is home to dozens of national titles and championships earned by Cowboys and Cowgirls who take competition seriously. Behind these achievements, coaches encourage students to do their best

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Promoting the Prairie: OSU faculty members educate about woody plant encroachment

May 28, 2024

Researchers and faculty at Texas A&M University, the University of Nebraska and Oklahoma State University are collaborating on The Prairie Project to share current research about methods to reduce woody plant encroachment affecting the Great Plains.

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Love Beyond Loss: Presnals' story transcends tragedy and supports OSU

May 28, 2024

An unexpected loss and a weary heart were not enough to keep a widowed father of two young children from fighting for hope and happiness for his family.

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Headway for Headspace: OSU Extension educator teaches youth about healthy coping skills

May 28, 2024

Kuss serves as an OSU Extension specialist and 4-H educator, teaching mental health-related workshops to fellow OSU Extension educators, adult volunteers and 4-H'ers.

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Nurturing the Future: Moesels devote a lifetime to growing horticultural business

May 28, 2024

Founded in 1956 by Dick and Marjorie Moesel, Moesel's Hort Haven was a widely known produce stand, greenhouse and nursery in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma.

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Engineering Excellence: Program transforms state manufacturing for almost three decades

May 28, 2024

Nearly 30 years ago, two engineers in the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture forged a plan to provide engineering assistance to manufacturers across rural Oklahoma. Today, their plans have expanded and continue to help

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Bringing Back the Beef: OSU Extension resources help rebuild the Oklahoma cow herd

May 28, 2024

Within OSU Agriculture, numerous OSU Extension specialists work with beef producers to evaluate the market outlook and production possibilities to take advantage of the cattle market opportunities and potential for herd rebuilding, said Derrell Peel,

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Sweet Success: Researchers Tap into Oklahoma Maple Syrup Production

May 28, 2024

A team of scientists are rewriting the narrative of maple syrup production — not in Vermont or Quebec — but in Oklahoma. The potential of its native maples is about to be revealed.

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Cultural Crown: Biosystems engineering graduate student becomes Ms. International OSU

May 28, 2024

A single spotlight hits the Student Union Theatre stage, immediately pulling you into another world, one of an Indian wedding complete with costumes and music. As the performance ends, you are left captivated by the dance you just witnessed.

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Dusty Roads to Digital Highways: Federal programs roll out $1.3 billion for broadband infrastructure

May 28, 2024

When people, legislators in particular, realized the need for internet access, the American Rescue Plan Act was passed, which allowed the federal government to give each state money to build the infrastructure they deem necessary, said Mike Sanders,

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International Initiatives: MIAP alumnus promotes global trade

May 28, 2024

In his adopted home state of Nevada, Oklahoma State University alumnus Dillon Davidson continues what he started in Stillwater, Oklahoma: a mission to expand awareness and elevate the agricultural industry.

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The Twinning Edge: Hering twins pursue an education for the family business

May 28, 2024

In the heartland of Oklahoma, Josh and Logan Hering, identical twin brothers, carry on a tradition of innovation within the meat industry.

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The Path to Game Warden: NREM provides curriculum to prepare graduates to protect wildlife

May 28, 2024

An Oklahoma game warden's primary job is to enforce the fish and wildlife laws of the state, but becoming one takes more than a love for the outdoors.

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