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Evelyn DeBenning Storybook Trail unveiled at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University

Tiny footsteps and big imaginations can now wander the new Evelyn DeBenning Storybook Trail at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University. This unique and whimsical addition to the garden combines literature, art and horticulture to inspire
Evelyn DeBenning Storybook Trail unveiled at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University
Evelyn DeBenning Storybook Trail unveiled at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University

Wed, May 20, 2026

Tiny footsteps and big imaginations can now wander the new Evelyn DeBenning Storybook Trail at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University. This unique and whimsical addition to the garden combines literature, art and horticulture to inspire

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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

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New virtual wellness platform eliminates barriers to care for students

Tue, Dec 2, 2025

The OSU Center for Health Sciences' Department of Wellness is eliminating barriers to care that students may face with TimelyCare. TimelyCare is a virtual health and well-being platform available to all OSU-CHS students.

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OSU-CHS Wellness Innovator award recipients championing health

Wed, Aug 6, 2025

Every year, the OSU-CHS Department of Wellness recognizes two Innovators for their efforts within their departments. Recently, Jessica Johnson and Sarah Vizza were named the 2025 Wellness Innovator Award recipients.

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Payne County Live Well Coalition recognized as County Health Improvement Organization

Thu, Jan 16, 2025

The Payne County Live Well Coalition has been designated a County Health Improvement Organization, recognizing its unwavering commitment to fostering health and well-being within Payne County.

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Department of Wellness hosts Furry Friend Friday

Tue, Sep 17, 2024

The Department of Wellness and Pete's Pet Posse have teamed up this semester to host Furry Friend Friday every week from 10-11 a.m. in the Colvin Recreation Center.

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Swim Club returns to the pool hoping to make a splash

Fri, Sep 15, 2023

After a year-long hiatus, the Oklahoma State University Swim Club is making waves again, ready to bring competitive swimming back to the OSU campus.

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Pokes PodCAS Episode 45: How to stay on top of your schoolwork and get involved on campus

Thu, Mar 3, 2022

We spoke with Brianna Roenbeck, a psychology/pre-med major and our Colleges of Arts and Sciences Student Council president. She had some great advice to help students stay on top of their schoolwork and also to get involved on campus safely.

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University's top cheerleader looks back

Wed, Apr 28, 2021

Ann Hargis has been a tireless advocate for health, wellness and everything Oklahoma State during her tenure as First Cowgirl, and we're going to miss her enthusiasm and excitement as she and husband Burns retire. We asked her to share a bit about

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OSU named Certified Healthy Campus for 9th straight year

Wed, Apr 14, 2021

Once again, Oklahoma State University has been rated as a Certified Healthy Campus by the Oklahoma State Department of Health.

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