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Fire by design: OSU Extension reduces local wildfire risk through prescribed burns

OSU Extension uses carefully planned prescribed burns to restore grasslands, reduce wildfire risk and better manage Oklahoma’s changing landscapes.
Fire by design: OSU Extension reduces local wildfire risk through prescribed burns
Passionate about Her Roots: Environmental science leader reflects on paths to success

Tue, May 28, 2024

While growing up, being involved in numerous activities was normal for Karen Hickman. Now as the director of the environmental science undergraduate program in the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture, little has changed.

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Weaving Heritage and Science: Doctoral student connects passion for research with Native American heritage

Tue, May 28, 2024

Moore-Wilson uses her knowledge in food sovereignty and safety from her education at OSU in developing a new opportunity to give tribal members the experience of coming one step closer to their ancestors while giving back to her community.

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Engineering Excellence: Program transforms state manufacturing for almost three decades

Tue, May 28, 2024

Nearly 30 years ago, two engineers in the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture forged a plan to provide engineering assistance to manufacturers across rural Oklahoma. Today, their plans have expanded and continue to help

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Cultivating Culture: Ferguson students expand their knowledge through an Ireland and Scotland study-abroad course

Tue, May 28, 2024

From lush green hills in Ireland to the rocky roads of Scotland, Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture students extended their agricultural education far beyond the classrooms of Agricultural Hall through a summer study-abroad

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Bringing Back the Beef: OSU Extension resources help rebuild the Oklahoma cow herd

Tue, May 28, 2024

Within OSU Agriculture, numerous OSU Extension specialists work with beef producers to evaluate the market outlook and production possibilities to take advantage of the cattle market opportunities and potential for herd rebuilding, said Derrell Peel,

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Beyond The Bricks: Unveiling the past and future of Agricultural Hall

Tue, May 28, 2024

Brick walls, weathered by the years, echo whispers of stories from the past. From its humble beginnings to its current state, Agricultural Hall will continue to stand on the southwest corner of Monroe Street and Farm Road on the Oklahoma State

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Sweet Success: Researchers Tap into Oklahoma Maple Syrup Production

Tue, May 28, 2024

A team of scientists are rewriting the narrative of maple syrup production — not in Vermont or Quebec — but in Oklahoma. The potential of its native maples is about to be revealed.

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Cultural Crown: Biosystems engineering graduate student becomes Ms. International OSU

Tue, May 28, 2024

A single spotlight hits the Student Union Theatre stage, immediately pulling you into another world, one of an Indian wedding complete with costumes and music. As the performance ends, you are left captivated by the dance you just witnessed.

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Global Impact: A journey from Peace Corps service to a doctorate

Tue, May 28, 2024

In a world where wanderlust tugs at the hearts of many, Haley Butler's adventurous life path stands out. Butler's roots run deep at Oklahoma State University, where she not only earned her undergraduate degree in natural resource ecology and

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