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Life Out of the Box: Spears Business alumni enjoy careers, marriage as digital nomads

Jonathon and Quinn Button, Ph.D.s, were inspired to invest in digital innovation and personal connections at the Spears School of Business. Today, the married OSU alumni carry those interests around the world while building Life Out of the Box, their virtual community of travel enthusiasts.
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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How OSU alumnus Mike Staubus helped shape an iconic brand

Wed, May 14, 2025

In the world of branding, few images are as recognizable as the smiling face of Eskimo Joe and his trusty sidekick, Buffy. Behind many of the beloved T-shirt designs you have most likely seen is Oklahoma State University alumnus Mike Staubus, whose artistic touch helped turn a Stillwater bar into a national destination.

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OSU-COM alum went from wrestler to emergency medicine leader

Mon, Feb 10, 2025

For Dr. Chris McNeil, the journey into medicine wasn’t a sudden revelation but rather a culmination of moments that led him toward a white coat.

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OSU-COM alumnus continues legacy of medicine in Tulsa

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

For OSU-COM alumnus Dr. Brad Hardy, the decision to become a physician was influenced by the legacy of his father and grandfather, both of whom were doctors in Tulsa.

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OSU-COM alum donates $250,000 to establish endowed scholarship fund

Tue, Aug 13, 2024

Dr. Adam Smith, a bariatric surgeon and founder of Ultimate Bariatrics, donated $250,000 to establish the Adam B. Smith, DO, DFACOS Family Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship aims to support students from north Texas pursuing their medical education at OSU-COM.

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Meet Early Childhood Education Alumna, Hannah Severson

Mon, May 09, 2022

Hannah Severson graduated from Oklahoma State University in 2012 with a degree in Human Development and Family Science, option in early childhood education. Her experiences at OSU sparked her passion for early childhood education and prepared her to become an influential educator. After obtaining her degree, Severson has pioneered a pre-k program at a highly-ranked school in Fort Worth, Texas, overcome challenges from teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to make a positive difference in the classroom.

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Meet Dr. Chelsea Arnhart, nutritional sciences alumna

Wed, Jan 05, 2022

Dr. Chelsea Arnhart, D.O., is a 2017 nutritional sciences graduate and current resident in training at Oklahoma State University Pediatrics. Upon completion of her residency, she hopes to stay in the OSU Pediatrics system and continue working with children.

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