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CHS president shares his story of weight loss, health gains

OSU-CHS President Johnny Stephens has lost 156 pounds in the last three years by changing how he eats, prioritizing exercise and taking a GLP-1, a category of weight loss medications that have exploded in popularity in recent years.
Oklahoma State University President Johnny Stephens sits in his office talking with Dr. Drew Crawford, a Tulsa gastroenterologist and Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine alumnus.
A Cowboy reunion in Bali: OSU alumni celebrate global ties in Indonesia

Wed, Sep 24, 2025

In 2024, Oklahoma State University strengthened its global ties by bringing together Cowboy alumni from across Asia and beyond for a unique reunion in Bali, Indonesia.

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Cowboy Way: Author Alton Carter reflects on background

Fri, Sep 19, 2025

Before Alton Carter ever set foot on Oklahoma State University’s campus, he had already lived in 17 foster homes, three institutions and a boys ranch. Not the typical background for an incoming student.

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2025 Women for OSU Symposium celebrates global service and cross-cultural connection

Fri, Sep 19, 2025

The 2025 Women for OSU Symposium united a vibrant community of philanthropists, students and university leaders to celebrate the power of generosity and the far-reaching impact of service.

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Sohn Kyung-shik honored as Bennett Global Fellow

Thu, Jul 31, 2025

Sohn Kyung-shik, chairman of CJ Group and the Korea Enterprises Federation, has been named a Henry G. Bennett Global Fellow by Oklahoma State University — an honor that recognizes visionary global leaders who are shaping the world through innovation, diplomacy and service.

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OSU-COM alum, cardiologist uses experience to save life on international flight

Wed, Jul 02, 2025

Invasive cardiologist Dr. TJ Trad, who was returning from a medical mission trip to Uganda, was called on help a passenger with chest pain on a recent flight in April 2025.

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One PA alum's dedication to rural health care

Wed, May 28, 2025

Taylor Lanning, PA-C, always aspired to build her career around serving rural communities. Lanning graduated from the OSU Center for Health Sciences’ Physician Assistant program in 2024.

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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.

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