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Spears Business faculty, staff distinguished with annual awards

Oklahoma State University’s Spears School of Business welcomed the 2026-27 academic year with awards for faculty and staff.
Spears Business faculty, staff distinguished with annual awards
Behind the numbers: Spears Business researchers use econometric forecasting model to guide state agencies

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Spears Business is home to Oklahoma's only large-scale econometric forecasting model at a public university. Dr. Hongbo Wang and Dr. Dan Rickman use the model to create and interpret economic forecasts for entities that include the Oklahoma Tax

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Alumni Q&A: Spears Business graduate Johnson eyes Olympics after setting mile record

Mon, Nov 10, 2025

A Spears School of Business alumna holds the American women's record for running the fastest mile. Five years after earning her bachelor's degree in economics, Sinclaire Johnson is gaining momentum as a professional athlete with Olympic goals.

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US News and World Report recognizes OSU as best value public university in Oklahoma

Tue, Sep 23, 2025

The best value public institution of higher education in Oklahoma is Oklahoma State University.

Awards and RankingsDepartment of EconomicsUS News and World ReportSpears School of Business
Spears Business sophomore Lay earns Udall Scholarship recognition after research on Native American communities

Wed, May 14, 2025

Spears Business sophomore Avery Lay was honored at the 2025 Udall Scholarship competition after conducting research on Elouise Cobell's impact on Native American communities, particularly in tribal trust management and federal accountability.

Department of EconomicsAvery LayNative American Student AssociationUdall ScholarSpears School of BusinessTribal Nations
Signals to sprouts: OSU assistant professor Kim studies link between broadband grants, agricultural productivity

Tue, May 13, 2025

How does high-speed internet relate to agriculture? Spears Business assistant professor Dr. Minhae Kim's research indicates crop productivity rises by an average of 9.3% after three years in United States zip codes receiving Community Connect Grants

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OSU student explores political and economic unrest through research

Fri, Apr 25, 2025

Oklahoma State University senior Kylie Hammack's work could have global implications for foreign aid effectiveness.

Department of EconomicsSpears School of BusinessCollege of Arts and SciencesPolitical Science
Spears Business launches real estate and property management undergraduate degree program

Thu, Jan 30, 2025

OSU's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Department of Finance and Department of Economics are teaming up to offer a new major in real estate and property management.

Department of EconomicsSpears School of BusinessDepartment of FinanceSchool of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Economic Outlook 2025: Navigating challenges amid slowing growth

Tue, Jan 28, 2025

OSU's Center for Applied Economic Research has released its updated annual Economic Outlook for 2025, offering insights into national and Oklahoma economic trends.

Spears School of BusinessDan RickmanHongbo WangDepartment of EconomicsCenter for Applied Economic Research