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Graham sees science and art in dentistry

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

Caroline Graham decided she wanted to be a researcher as a young girl. She was inspired by a National Geographic article about the study of microbes in the ice of Antarctica. The recent Oklahoma State University graduate is headed to the University of Oklahoma’s College of Dentistry. She completed an Honors College degree in May with a double major in microbiology/cell and molecular biology, and biochemistry, along with minors in chemistry and accounting. Among the many awards she earned were College of Arts and Sciences Top 10 Seniors and recognition among the OSU Alumni Association’s 15 Outstanding Seniors.

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Fry worked hard to enjoy all of the OSU experience

Wed, Jun 05, 2019

It was natural for Emily Fry to become a scholar at Oklahoma State University, where her parents are both leaders. Her mother, Pamela, is OSU-Tulsa's president. Her father, Don, is director of technology for the College of Education, Health and Aviation. Fry recently completed her biological science/pre-health degree, earning significant honors for her accomplishments, including recognition as one of the OSU Alumni Association’s 15 Outstanding Seniors and as a College of Arts and Sciences Top 10 Senior.

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Bruck earns Fellowship for Excellence in Teaching

Thu, May 30, 2019

The Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation and Course Hero have named an Oklahoma State University professor as one of eight emerging leaders in their field who are on a trajectory to help students grow into thought leaders and innovators of tomorrow. Jason Bruck, an animal behaviorist specializing in marine mammal communication and cognition, is a teaching assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology.

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Phi Beta Kappa inducts alumnus, 31 students

Wed, May 29, 2019

The Phi Beta Kappa chapter at Oklahoma State University initiated 31 new student members and alumnus Christopher Lehman during its seventh annual induction ceremony recently in the Student Union Ballroom. The honor society's Gamma of Oklahoma chapter was founded in 2013.

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Communication sciences success story: Coach G

Fri, May 24, 2019

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders features a full speech-language-hearing clinic. One of their most-well known clients, Oklahoma State University softball coach Kenny Gajewski, shares his story and speaks about how important it was to find his voice.

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Mapping new directions: Cartography Services manager builds program success

Wed, May 15, 2019

Michael Larson’s interest in geography began when he was an engineering major enrolled in a general education summer class. “World Regional Geography really opened up the world for me,” Larson said. “It was the first textbook I ever read cover to cover. It was fascinating, and it showed me a different direction that I could go. I had taken drafting courses for engineering. I found that drafting work also fit well with a geography degree. And that was pretty much it.”

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Perez hopes to bring gender equality and capture untold stories

Wed, May 08, 2019

As an aspiring film director, Amairani Perez Chamu made a deliberate choice to enroll in the American studies program at Oklahoma State University — Tulsa. “It is really about society, culture, politics; the backbone of America,” said Perez, an immigrant from Mexico who was recently named one of 15 Outstanding Seniors by the OSU Alumni Association. “I thought it would be a good degree option in learning about what makes America, America.”

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Ty Derouen Receives OSU’s Undergraduate Library Research Award

Fri, May 03, 2019

Derouen, a senior double majoring in microbial and biochemistry, was selected as the upperclassman ULRA honorable mention for his paper “Protein Kinase A Manipulation by Chlamydia trachomatis During Infection.”

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Science education students present research at national conference

Fri, May 03, 2019

Oklahoma State University students, faculty and alumni recently attended the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) conference in St. Louis, Missouri, where they attended educational sessions and presented research. The conference offers participants the latest in science content, teaching strategy and research to enhance and expand professional growth.

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Claire Ringer Receives OSU’s Undergraduate Library Research Award

Fri, May 03, 2019

Ringer, a sophomore history major, was selected as the underclassman ULRA winner for her paper “I Am Still Myself: How the Dust Bowl Influenced Women's Clothing in Oklahoma.”

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New MBA program option allows College of Arts and Sciences students to finish in 4+1

Fri, May 03, 2019

Master of Business Administration student Ashley Springfield is helping pave the way for other College of Arts and Sciences students seeking an Oklahoma State University MBA through a new program – CAS2MBA.

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Rios passionate about helping others

Wed, May 01, 2019

Alma Rios was a Sooner fan until her brother came to Oklahoma State University. “I visited my brother here when he was awarded the Top 10 Freshmen,” Rios said. “That was my first time on campus, and everybody was just so kind and inviting.” That’s when Rios met Lee Bird, the now-retired vice president of student affairs who inspired her to apply to OSU. 

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