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Graduate programs drive record enrollment growth at OSU-CHS

OSU Center for Health Sciences broke a new record this fall semester. For the first time, enrollment in its Graduate Programs has surpassed 2,000 students. Overall, Graduate Programs at OSU-CHS saw a 23% increase in enrollment, with the largest
Graduate programs drive record enrollment growth at OSU-CHS
Graduate programs drive record enrollment growth at OSU-CHS

Fri, Sep 19, 2025

OSU Center for Health Sciences broke a new record this fall semester. For the first time, enrollment in its Graduate Programs has surpassed 2,000 students. Overall, Graduate Programs at OSU-CHS saw a 23% increase in enrollment, with the largest

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​​From front desk to forensics: Tulsa’s Katie Casper finds her calling

Thu, May 8, 2025

What began as an administrative assistant position turned into a life-changing career for Katie Casper, a woman who not only found her calling in forensic science but also became the first in her family to go to college.

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Forensic Sciences student feels like part of the team at OSU-CHS

Wed, Sep 20, 2023

In honor of National Forensic Science Week, meet Adriana Graybeal, who is working toward a Ph.D. in forensic sciences and is serving as president of the OSU-CHS Forensic Science Organization student club.

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Instructor brings decades of experience to forensic nursing courses

Wed, Nov 2, 2022

For more than 30 years, Kathy Bell has worked in the field of forensic nursing, first at Hillcrest Medical Center and then the Tulsa Police Department, before adding instructor to her resume. About 10 years ago, Bell started teaching two forensic

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Forensic Sciences lab brings closure to families through DNA identification

Thu, Sep 22, 2022

The School of Forensic Sciences' Human Identity Testing Laboratory at OSU Center for Health Sciences works with national and international coroners and medical examiners to help identify human remains and bring closure to families.

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New Forensic Sciences doctorate degree to help advance those in the field

Wed, Sep 14, 2022

The School of Forensic Sciences now offers a Doctorate in Forensic Sciences degree, or DFS, in addition to its Ph.D. in Forensic Sciences program.

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Forensic Sciences student named IAAI Investigator of the Year

Wed, Jun 1, 2022

Nicole Brewer, a 26-year veteran of Portland Fire & Rescue and student at OSU Center for Health Sciences School of Forensic Sciences, was recently named the 2022 Investigator of the Year by the International Association of Arson Investigators.

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Native American Student Spotlight: Chase Weber, Forensic Sciences

Fri, Nov 12, 2021

In November, we will spotlighting Native American students at OSU Center for Health Sciences in honor of Native American Heritage Month.

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Reliance Oilfield Services makes gift to School of Forensic Sciences

Tue, Jun 22, 2021

Reliance donated supplies for the Center for Fire and Explosives, Forensic Investigation, Training and Research (CENFEX) Range.

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ATF agent uses Masters in Forensic Sciences degree from OSU-CHS to better solve crimes

Tue, Nov 17, 2020

Ashley Stephens, an ATF Senior Special Agent in the Tulsa Field Office with Certified Fire Investigator and Certified Explosives Specialist training, graduated from OSU-CHS with a Master of Forensic Sciences degree in 2019 after the university and

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