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Two OSU life sciences departments to merge, creating Department of Biology

Tue, May 27, 2025

Oklahoma State University is advancing education and research in biological sciences with the upcoming merger of the Department of Integrative Biology and the Department of Plant Biology, Ecology, and Evolution. On July 1, the two units will officially become a single entity: the OSU Department of Biology.

Integrative BiologyDepartment of BiologyPlant Biology Ecology and EvolutionCollege of Arts and Sciences
Hamm Institute for American Energy announces new institute fellows

Tue, May 27, 2025

The Hamm Institute for American Energy at Oklahoma State University is proud to announce its 2025 cohort of Institute Fellows — distinguished scholars whose research and academic leadership are advancing energy security through innovation and research.

Hamm Institute for American Energy at OSUBoone Pickens School of GeologyDivision of Engineering TechnologySchool of Chemical EngineeringCollege of Engineering Architecture and TechnologySpears School of BusinessCollege of Arts and Sciences
Things are getting wild at the OSU Museum of Art with new exhibition

Thu, May 22, 2025

“Fur, Fangs, Feathers & Fins” will open May 27 at the Oklahoma State University Museum of Art. This free-to-view exhibition highlights amphibians, apex predators and everything in between in their beautiful yet fleeting habitats.

OSU Museum of ArtCollege of Arts and SciencesPlants & AnimalsArts and Humanities
The McKnight Center announces its 2025-26 season lineup

Fri, May 16, 2025

The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts announces its 2025-2026 season. The season includes an impressive lineup of performances by legendary star of stage and screen Hugh Jackman, the iconic Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Jaap van Zweden, touring Broadway musical The Music Man, and more.

McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State UniversityArts and HumanitiesCollege of Arts and Sciences
OSU alumna reports live on CNN and its affiliates worldwide

Wed, May 14, 2025

From Oklahoma State University to national news coverage, alumna Julia Benbrook plays a vital role in keeping the world informed every time she speaks into a microphone.

MagazinenewsOSU Alumni AssociationState magazineCollege of Arts and SciencesSchool of Media and Strategic CommunicationsCAS alumni
How OSU's hands-on opportunities shape career-ready graduates

Wed, May 14, 2025

At Oklahoma State University, learning extends beyond the classroom. OSU faculty and staff strive to provide hands-on experiences and leadership opportunities that prepare students for success, whether it’s through student employment opportunities as graduate assistants or interns to participating in student organizations.

Space CowboysDepartment of Nutritional SciencesMagazineSchool of Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringCollege of Education and Human SciencesCollege of Arts and SciencesMcKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State UniversityCollege of Engineering Architecture and TechnologyState magazine
Chicago Symphony Orchestra shares talents at OSU masterclasses

Wed, May 14, 2025

At Oklahoma State University’s McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, students recently witnessed both during masterclasses with members of the world-renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Arts and HumanitiesMagazineCollege of Arts and SciencesMcKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State Universitysymphony orchestraState magazine
OSU graphic design students honored at Oklahoma’s Graphex competition

Mon, May 12, 2025

Fourteen graphic design students from Oklahoma State University were recognized on May 1 at the annual Graphex Art and Design Competition in Tulsa, an event that features the best work of Oklahoma creatives.

Arts and HumanitiesCollege of Arts and SciencesArt Graphic Design and Art History
Theatre major Burks named Spring 2025 CAS Orange Gown Graduate

Wed, May 07, 2025

Spring 2025 CAS Orange Gown Graduate Jordan Burks is completing a bachelor's degree in theatre this May and taking with her a passion for the stage that she developed while at OSU. Jordan isn't an actor, though, she's a stage manager. And she taking her cues into grad school and beyond.

2025 Spring Orange GownArts and Humanitiesorange gownDepartment of Language and LiteraturesCASDepartment of HistoryDepartment of TheatreCollege of Arts and SciencesLanguages and LiteraturesOrange Gown Graduate
Sharing is caring: OSU alumna donates kidney to fiance

Fri, May 02, 2025

When Oklahoma State University graduate Clayton Hare began experiencing unexplained illness in early 2024, he never imagined it would lead to kidney failure, or that his fiancée and fellow OSU alum, Alex Phillips, would give a piece of herself to save him.

PsychologySpears School of Businesssports managementCollege of Arts and SciencesHuman Health and WellnessAlumnimental health counselinghealth
New Native American art exhibition now on view at OSU Museum of Art

Thu, May 01, 2025

“Community, Creativity, and Continuity: Native American Art in Everyday Life” is now onview through Aug. 23 at the Oklahoma State University Museum of Art.

OSU Museum of ArtNative AmericansCollege of Arts and SciencesArts and HumanitiesNative American artNative American artists
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