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Net Positive: Spears Business seniors build passionate fanbase around OSU Hockey

OSU Hockey is no average club sport. Led by Spears School of Business senior Jayden Rodriguez, the student executive board has worked behind the scenes to create a lively game day atmosphere and supportive fanbase while learning about the business
Net Positive: Spears Business seniors build passionate fanbase around OSU Hockey
HTM student Bhattarai shows leadership as Mr. International, aspiring chef

Wed, Jun 25, 2025

Graduate student Ayush Bhattarai won OSU's title of Mr. International in November, representing his home country of Nepal. He also represents his heritage through food, and the Spears Business HTM program is propelling him toward his dream of being

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New directions; Spears Business introduces new degree programs

Mon, Jun 9, 2025

As the business world changes, Spears Business is expanding its curriculum to fit industry needs with innovative new degree plans in data analytics and real estate and property management.

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In vino veritas; the 2025 Wine Forum of Oklahoma in photos

Mon, Jun 9, 2025

The 2025 Wine Forum of Oklahoma celebrated global wines, culinary excellence and, most importantly — the bright future of Oklahoma State University students.

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An Unpredictable Journey: Terrah’s tech-driven creativity guides him to HTM program

Fri, Jun 6, 2025

Doctoral student Abraham Terrah brings a tech-focused perspective to the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. On his winding journey to OSU, he developed a range of skills.

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Rankings rush: Spears Business rising up U.S. News list

Thu, Jun 5, 2025

Spears Business enters top 10 of U.S. News & World Report Best Online Bachelor's in Business Programs.

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Alumni Q&A: Kate Smith comes home for Cowboy100

Thu, May 22, 2025

HTM graduate Kate Smith puts a sweet spin on a family tradition. After growing up in her parents' Stillwater restaurant, Smith established her own bakery, Kate Smith Soirée. She was honored in the 2025 Cowboy100 celebrating the top businesses owned

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Thapa named Spears Business vice dean for faculty, graduate programs, and research

Fri, May 16, 2025

The Spears School of Business named Dr. Brij Thapa as vice dean for faculty, graduate programs, and research. For the past five years, Thapa served as a professor and Head of OSU's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, ranked No. 8

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OSU graduate Wade raises Stillwater wildfire relief funds at Boston restaurants

Wed, Apr 23, 2025

Sarah Wade, a renowned chef and OSU graduate, raised money at her Boston restaurants to benefit United Way of Payne County after wildfires devastated Stillwater homes.

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Spears Business, Wuyi University sign collaboration agreement to benefit students

Tue, Apr 22, 2025

Spears Business and Wuyi University entered into a memorandum of understanding to foster collaborations that would benefit students at OSU's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management.

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