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The Cowboy Way: John Blair

Before John Blair ever stepped into a University Health Services exam room at Oklahoma State University, he was marching across campus with a tuba strapped to his shoulders.

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OSU names Outstanding Young Alumni

Wed, May 13, 2026

PhilanthroPete powers access to life-changing camp experiences

Wed, May 13, 2026

OSU partners with Folds of Honor to expand scholarship support for veteran families

OSU alumnus uses athletic background to change his life

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

In 2009, Shadrack Kipchirchir dreamed as big as the sky and took a risk for his future. The Kenya native decided he wanted to attend college in the United States.

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OSU hosts first Heritage Society Campus Spotlight event

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

On April 29, the OSU Foundation hosted members of Heritage Society for its annual celebration — this time with a change of scenery. Attendees received an in-depth look at the impact being made at the OSU Center for Health Sciences in Tulsa.

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OSU holds ceremony to celebrate, honor elite giving society

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

On April 12, the Oklahoma State University Foundation held its biannual event to honor OSU's Proud & Immortal Society. The elite group is made up of individuals, companies and foundations whose cumulative giving to OSU has reached at least $1 million

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Campaign’s success underscores dedication and loyalty of the Cowboy family

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

Once again, Oklahoma State University's annual day of giving exceeded expectations, raising an impressive $1,373,282 from 2,416 donors. Held April 2-3, Give Orange 2024 saw remarkable participation from the Cowboy family, showcasing their support

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Cowboy Chronicles: Celebrating the 70th anniversary of an emperor’s visit to Oklahoma

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

It was 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 18, 1954, when Abe Lee Hesser stepped out of Student Union Parlors A, B and C into the hallway looking for the guest of honor, who was half an hour late.

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On the Right Track: OSU medical courses ensure all populations are receiving care

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

The Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine was founded more than 50 years ago with the mission to educate and train osteopathic physicians to meet the health care needs of rural and underserved communities in Oklahoma.

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OSU graduate turns idea into potentially lifesaving business with Riata Center Support

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

William Colton had a life-changing conversation when he wandered into the Riata Center inside the Spears School of Business as an Oklahoma State University sophomore.

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OSU alumna leads nonprofit benefiting children across the state

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

Oklahoma State University alumna Stacy McDaniel started Cleats for Kids (C4K) as a pile of shoes in the McDaniel family's garage. Within a few months, fueled by donations from parents and children in the neighborhood, C4K outgrew their garage and

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Making History: OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation graduates first class to aid underserved communities

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation's inaugural class graduated 46 students in May.

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OSU alumnus walks Louis Vuitton's 2024 Men's Fashion Week in Paris

Fri, Sep 13, 2024

OSU alumnus, Taylor Williams, was modeling locally for brands in Oklahoma City and friends with clothing lines when an agency discovered his Instagram and recruited him to walk as a model for Louis Vuitton at Men's Fashion Week in Paris.

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The Cowboy Way: John Blair