Skip to main content

News and Media

OSU Extension educators end 2025 with purpose

As the final months of 2025 unfolded, Oklahoma State University Extension educators were far from finished with their work. Throughout the state, they were helping families rise out of poverty, organizing gatherings for cancer survivors and visiting
OSU Extension educators end 2025 with purpose
OSU Extension educators end 2025 with purpose

Fri, Apr 17, 2026

As the final months of 2025 unfolded, Oklahoma State University Extension educators were far from finished with their work. Throughout the state, they were helping families rise out of poverty, organizing gatherings for cancer survivors and visiting

OSU AgricultureOSU ExtensionFCS4-HfirefinanceshealthNutritionfoodHuman HealthWellness
OSU Extension leaning into simulation programs to teach financial skills

Wed, Oct 29, 2025

With inflation rising and individuals hunting for ways to save, OSU Extension is working to improve financial literacy and skills across the state. But the commitment goes beyond lectures and classes.

FCSOSU ExtensionOSU Agriculture
Fireworks fun requires caution

Mon, Jun 28, 2021

More than a year of COVID-19 precautions and vaccinations has Oklahomans looking to Independence Day as a fireworks-punctuated opportunity to reconnect with friends and neighbors. That enthusiasm could leave the community open to other risks:

FCSAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU ExtensionFerguson College of AgriculturefireworksNews TopicsOSU Agriculture
Fueling the future

Fri, Oct 26, 2018

Unidos Se Puede is a family-based program helping Latino students do better in school and stay away from potential pitfalls such as drugs. It was developed by Ronald B. Cox, Jr., OSU associate professor and Cooperative Extension specialist.

YouthAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureCooperative ExtensionDASNRCollege of Education and Human SciencesOSU ExtensionFCSAgricultural Communications ServicesFerguson College of Agriculture
Minding your money

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Helping people find and stay on the path to good financial health is a main theme running through all of Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension's financial literacy programs.

DASNRFerguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureCooperative ExtensionFCSAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesCollege of Education and Human Sciences
Prepare now before an emergency or disaster strikes

Fri, Sep 7, 2018

Taking the time to get ready ahead of a possible disaster or emergency reduces the chances you or your family gets hurt.

FCSDASNRAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Communications ServicesCooperative Extension
Evacuating in the event of wildfire

Fri, Sep 7, 2018

Wildfires can be unpredictable, but there are a few ways families can prepare ahead of time in case they need to quickly, safely evacuate.

DASNRAgricultural Communications ServicesCooperative ExtensionFerguson College of AgricultureFCSOSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural Resources
Preparing financially for emergencies

Fri, Sep 7, 2018

Preparing ahead of possible disasters involves more than putting together an emergency kit and making an emergency plan. It also involves making sure your money and assets are protected.

Agricultural Communications ServicesFerguson College of AgricultureDASNROSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFCS
Using a fire extinguisher

Fri, Sep 7, 2018

It only takes a short, few minutes for a spark to grow into a blaze. Knowing when and how to use a fire extinguisher can help save lives and property.

Cooperative ExtensionFCSAgricultural Communications ServicesDASNROSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural Resources