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Tweet Tweet: Biology professor Gilbert co-authors research documenting impact of light pollution on avian activity

Around the globe, early birds are trying out the night owl lifestyle due to artificial lights. In a new study published in Science on Aug. 21, “Light pollution prolongs avian activity,” Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Neil Gilbert and Southern Illinois University’s Dr. Brent Pease found that birds in the brightest nighttime environments start singing 18 minutes earlier in the morning and continue 32 minutes later into the evening compared to birds in naturally dark areas.
Physics microfabrication lab fuels research and discovery across OSU disciplines

Fri, Aug 01, 2025

The Department of Physics at Oklahoma State University recently added new equipment to its Cowboy Microfabrication Corral, which provides industry-grade tools and resources for faculty and students across OSU campus. Formally known as the Crystal Growth Lab — which had been around for decades — the Cowboy Microfabrication Corral needed a rebrand after receiving an “influx of new equipment that was not specific to crystal growth,” said OSU physics assistant professor Derrick Meyers. “The CMC is run by the physics department but is set up as a user facility for anyone to be able to utilize.”

CASCollege of Arts and SciencesDepartment of PhysicsPhysics
College of Arts and Sciences’ Barnes chosen for distinguished Leadership Oklahoma

Mon, Jul 21, 2025

Leadership Oklahoma recently announced its Class 38 cohort, and among those chosen is Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Caitlin Barnes. Barnes, who serves as director of outreach programs and academic initiatives for the College of Arts and Sciences and an adjunct assistant professor in the Boone Pickens School of Geology, is one of just 48 professionals in this year’s Leadership Oklahoma. She is also the only faculty or staff member from OSU.

CASBoone Pickens School of GeologyCollege of Arts and Sciences
Eighteen CAS students named 2025-26 Wentz, Purdie Research Scholars

Tue, Jun 24, 2025

The College of Arts and Sciences is well represented in Oklahoma State University’s 2025-2026 Wentz Research Scholars and Purdie Research Scholars awardee lists: 14 of 43 Wentz recipients are majoring in a CAS discipline, while all four of the Purdie scholars call CAS home.

College of Arts and SciencesBoone Pickens School of GeologyDepartment of HistoryDepartment of SociologyDepartment of PhilosophyDepartment of EnglishDepartment of BiologyCASPolitical ScienceDepartment of Microbiology and Molecular GeneticsDepartment of Communication Sciences and DisordersDepartment of ChemistryDepartment of Physics
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 GownCollege of Arts and SciencesCASorange gownDepartment of TheatreArts and HumanitiesLanguages and LiteraturesDepartment of HistoryDepartment of Language and LiteraturesOrange Gown Graduate
Empowering educators: OSU’s RET program equips teachers for the age of AI

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

Oklahoma State University’s Department of Computer Science has announced the launch of this year’s Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) program, tailored specifically for Oklahoma high school and community college teachers. This initiative brings together educators passionate about computer science and artificial intelligence, offering a unique opportunity to enhance their skills and empower their students to thrive in an evolving world shaped by AI.

Computer ScienceOutreach and EngagementCollege of Arts and SciencesCAS
Bachelot sees new opportunities amongst fire’s destruction of research site

Tue, Apr 15, 2025

When wildfires began to tear through the Stillwater region on March 14, Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Benedicte Bachelot wasn’t thinking about her research at the McPherson Botanical Preserve eight miles west of campus. “It was only when I got home safely with my kids on the east side of town that I realized that my site was on fire,” Bachelot said.

OSU ResearchDepartment of BiologyCASCollege of Arts and Sciences
Blum named 2025 Oklahoma Chemist of the Year

Mon, Apr 14, 2025

On March 1, Dr. Frank Blum of Oklahoma State University’s Department of Chemistry was awarded Oklahoma Chemist of the Year at the 66th Annual Oklahoma Pentasectional Meeting of the American Chemical Society.

ChemistryCollege of Arts and SciencesCASDepartment of Chemistry
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