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Larger Than Life: OSU dedicates statue to former president Burns Hargis

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

OSU dedicates statue, sculpted by Oklahoma artist Mike Larsen, to former president Burns Hargis on Sept. 9.

OSU A&M Board of RegentsState magazineBurns HargisPresident Kayse Shrum
Making History: OSU sets record for freshman enrollment

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

With 4,643 first-time freshmen enrolled, the class of 2026 eclipses previous records and represents an increase of nearly 9% over last year’s freshman enrollment for the fall semester. OSU’s total enrollment for the fall semester was up nearly 3% over last year — 25,359 students — and includes students from all 50 states; Washington, D.C.; Puerto Rico and 113 countries.

Karen ChenEnrollmentState magazine
State of Orange: OSU celebrates inauguration of Dr. Kayse Shrum

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

The inauguration ceremony, which was delayed a year due to pandemic precautions, included speeches from Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, Sen. James Lankford, Rep. Frank Lucas and Chickasaw Nation Gov. Bill Anoatubby. On July 1, 2021, Dr. Shrum made history, becoming the first woman to lead a Tier 1 research institution in the state and in August, she was formally installed.

State of OrangeDr. Kayse ShrumState magazineGallagher-Iba ArenaPresident Kayse Shruminauguration celebration
More Than a Memory: Brooks returns to OSU to offer insights on music industry

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

Brooks shared his wisdom as a country music superstar with OSU students in September in three masterclass sessions. Industry Insights with Garth Brooks at The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts gave students a chance to ask the 1984 advertising alumnus about his career and hear advice from Brooks and a panel of music industry experts.

Arts and HumanitiesMcKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State UniversityMichael and Anne Greenwood School of MusicGarth BrooksState magazine
Never Forgotten: Annual stair climb commemorating bravery of 9/11 first responders moves to Boone Pickens Stadium for first time

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

On Sept. 11, 2022, over 150 participants from around the country came to commemorate first responders’ bravery and courage on the steps of Boone Pickens Stadium as part of the annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb hosted by the Oklahoma State University Fire Protection Society and OSU Firefighter Challenge Team.

9/11Fire Protection and Safety Engineering TechnologyCollege of Engineering Architecture and TechnologyBoone Pickens StadiumState magazine
The Cowboy Way: Loughridge reflects on his career as a servant-leader

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

As senior vice president for systems operations at Oklahoma State University, Loughridge serves as a strategic advisor to President Kayse Shrum and serves a key role in sharing the strategic vision to elevate OSU as the preeminent land-grant institution.

Jerome LoughridgeState magazineCowboy Way
New campaign raises nearly $200,000 for OSU mental health services

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

On Oct. 8, OSU launched Cowboys United for Mental Health with one goal in mind — to improve OSU students’ access to mental health resources on campus. Thanks to the commitment of the OSU community, the inaugural campaign was a resounding success.

OSU FoundationPresident Kayse ShrumDoug HallenbeckMental HealthState magazine
Team Effort: Cowboys work together to create ceremonial mace

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

Maces in an academic setting have been used as symbols of internal authority and independence from external authority since the 15th century in Europe. The mace is generally carried by the highest ranking academic at the institution and serves as a physical embodiment of the academic mission of each institution.

ENDEAVORBrand Managementceremonial maceexecutive leadershipPresident Kayse ShrumCollege of Engineering Architecture and TechnologyState magazine
Paying it Forward: Provost looks to inspire and empower students in new role

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

Dr. Jeanette Mendes is Oklahoma State University’s new provost and believes it is critical to give students the same opportunity she had.

provostDr. Jeanette MendezState magazine
The Grand Aspiration: Strategy designed to make OSU preeminent land-grant university

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

On Oct. 12, the Cowboy family was invited to a live reveal of the strategy that will guide OSU into the future. Built on pillars of student experience and success, the strategy capitalizes on the intersection of OSU’s research strengths and where they converge with society’s grand challenges and the needs of our state.

Jerome LoughridgePresident Kayse ShrumState magazineStrategic Planland-grant universities
Women for OSU rewards students for academic excellence and service

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

Women for OSU Endowed Scholarship is a prestigious award that recognizes academic, philanthropic and volunteer activities among OSU's students.

scholarshipsWomen for OSUOSU FoundationState magazine
Signature Moment: New Frontiers reaches $50 million campaign goal, continues to raise funds

Mon, Dec 19, 2022

In July, New Frontiers reached its $50 million campaign goal, marking a monumental milestone for OSU Agriculture. It will make possible a new, state-of-the-art building that will put OSU at the forefront of agricultural advancement.

OSU FoundationNew FrontiersNew Frontiers Agricultural HallState magazineFerguson College of Agriculture
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