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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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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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Speaking for a Better Oklahoma: Agribusiness alumnus serves as Speaker Pro Tempore in Oklahoma Legislature

May 28, 2024

Kyle Hilbert slid a white pin across the table. Alongside his name appear the words "passion, integrity, progress." In 2017, Hilbert took these same principles with him to the Oklahoma Legislature.

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Passionate about Her Roots: Environmental science leader reflects on paths to success

May 28, 2024

While growing up, being involved in numerous activities was normal for Karen Hickman. Now as the director of the environmental science undergraduate program in the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture, little has changed.

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Purposeful Pancakes: OSU alumnus uses family farm to help FFA chapters

May 28, 2024

Within 10 miles of the Kansas-Oklahoma border, the DeWitt family operates Willow Creek Farms, a fifth-generation family farm that helps FFA chapters raise money for their programs and activities.

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Perfecting Practice: Three generations dedicate their lives to veterinary medicine in rural Oklahoma

May 28, 2024

In the heart of rural Oklahoma in 1969, Dr. Edward McCrary opened the McCrary Veterinary Hospital. Three generations later, McCrary veterinarians continue to care for animals and serve their community in Watonga, Oklahoma.

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Educating Every Cowboy: Agricultural education program shapes tomorrow's educators

May 28, 2024

In the realm of agricultural education, instructors and professors at Oklahoma State University devote themselves to preparing undergraduate students for student teaching and their future careers.

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Weaving Heritage and Science: Doctoral student connects passion for research with Native American heritage

May 28, 2024

Moore-Wilson uses her knowledge in food sovereignty and safety from her education at OSU in developing a new opportunity to give tribal members the experience of coming one step closer to their ancestors while giving back to her community.

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