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Strength in connection: OSU graduate Gupta selected for 10th class of Presidential Leadership Scholars

Mon, Feb 03, 2025

Sachin Gupta, who holds two master’s degrees from Oklahoma State University, is one of 57 leaders named to the prestigious Presidential Leadership Scholars program. He strives to advance his mission of increasing access to high-speed internet, particularly for rural communities and Oklahoma tribal nations.

College of Engineering Architecture and TechnologySpears School of BusinessDepartment of Management Science and Information SystemsSchool of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Spears Business launches real estate and property management undergraduate degree program

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

OSU’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Department of Finance and Department of Economics are teaming up to offer a new major in real estate and property management.

Department of EconomicsSpears School of BusinessDepartment of FinanceSchool of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Rossman crowned Miss OSU 2025-26

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

Jaselyn Rossman won the 2025-26 Miss Oklahoma State University crown on Saturday, where eight highly accomplished young women competed in the Student Union Theater.

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Riata Business Plan Competition awards $40,500 in scholarship money to student entrepreneurs

Tue, Jan 28, 2025

The top teams competed in the Riata Business Plan Competition finals Friday, receiving a total of $40,500 in scholarship money and valuable feedback on their original business ideas.

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Economic Outlook 2025: Navigating challenges amid slowing growth

Tue, Jan 28, 2025

OSU's Center for Applied Economic Research has released its updated annual Economic Outlook for 2025, offering insights into national and Oklahoma economic trends.

Spears School of BusinessDan RickmanHongbo WangDepartment of EconomicsCenter for Applied Economic Research

Osage Nation Principal Chief Standing Bear to speak Feb. 6 at Puterbaugh Ethics Lecture

Mon, Jan 27, 2025

Geoffrey Standing Bear, Principal Chief of the Osage Nation, will be the featured speaker for the Puterbaugh Ethics Lecture at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 6 in Jorns Hall on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus.

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U.S. News & World Report names OSU among 2025 Best Online Programs

Tue, Jan 21, 2025

Nine Oklahoma State University online programs earned awards in the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Online Programs rankings, including a top-10 spot in the online undergraduate business program.

Awards and RankingsCollege of Education and Human SciencesCollege of Engineering Architecture and TechnologySpears School of Business

OSU’s online undergraduate business programs leap into U.S. News & World Report top 10, online MBA ranked No. 11

Tue, Jan 21, 2025

Spears Business achieved unprecedented success in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025 online rankings, securing its first-ever top-10 position for undergraduate business programs while its MBA program reached new heights at No. 11 nationally.

Dr. Ramesh ShardaU.S. News & World ReportDr. Jim PayneDr. Marlys MasonSpears School of BusinessMichael and Anne Greenwood Center for Online ExcellenceMBA

Eight distinguished alumni to receive awards at 2025 MSIS Cloud of Honor ceremony

Tue, Jan 07, 2025

OSU's Department of Management Science and Information Systems will recognize eight outstanding alumni during the fourth annual Cloud of Honor Celebration on Feb. 21 at the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center.

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Risky business: Spears professor, doctoral alumni improve understanding of risk in entrepreneurship

Thu, Jan 02, 2025

Dr. Matthew Rutherford, a professor in the Spears Business School of Entrepreneurship, noticed the word “risk” often appears in business articles without a clear definition. He teamed up with Spears Business Ph.D. alumni to classify types of risk, helping scholars and entrepreneurs gain a common understanding of the concept.

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Watters’ project in Ecuador receives recognition from U.S. ambassador, shows students entrepreneurship in action

Thu, Dec 19, 2024

Spears Business professor Dr. Craig Watters explores the intersection of entrepreneurship and cultural heritage, helping communities transform centuries-old traditions into modern opportunities. A U.S. ambassador’s recent visit to Guayaquil, Ecuador, highlighted Watters’ innovative work preserving Afro-Ecuadorian culture, and Watters’ students have contributed to the initiative.

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OSU reaches United Way of Payne County campaign goal

Thu, Dec 19, 2024

Oklahoma State University has met and exceeded its portion of the overall goal for the United Way of Payne County’s (UWPC’s) 2024-2025 campaign.

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