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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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Wed, May 13, 2026

Beef Center of Excellence key to securing future of beef industry

Wed, May 13, 2026

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

Mid-Air Miracle: OSU-COM alumnus saves life during flight

Fri, Sep 19, 2025

Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine alumnus Dr. TJ Trad was returning from a medical mission trip to Uganda in April 2025 when he responded to the call for a doctor about three hours into his flight because a male passenger was

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Reflecting on OSU's $250M investment to build world class veterinary teaching hospital

Fri, Sep 19, 2025

The combined efforts of faculty, staff, alumni and students were rewarded when the Oklahoma Legislature approved a $250 million funding package to construct a new veterinary teaching hospital.

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Just getting started: Hess speaks on vision for OSU's future

Fri, Sep 19, 2025

In August, Oklahoma State University President Jim Hess welcomed a large crowd at the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center to celebrate a record-setting funding package from the state Legislature that will drive the future of veterinary medicine in

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The Fire in Her Heart: OSU student and newlywed receives support from the Cowboy family following wildfires

Fri, Sep 19, 2025

After losing her home to the spring wildfires, OSU senior Jadrian Cook found strength in the Cowboy family — and walked across the graduation stage with hope in her heart.

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OSU System breaks all-time enrollment record for higher education in Oklahoma

Mon, Aug 18, 2025

The largest higher education system in Oklahoma welcomed a record number of students this week for the start of the fall semester, eclipsing the previous record set in 2013.

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Oklahoma State University launches Horizon Scholars Program with $12M in donor support

Tue, Jul 15, 2025

Oklahoma State University has launched a new prestigious scholarship program with generous support from several Cowboy alumni. In collaboration with President Jim Hess, 12 alumni families have joined together to launch the Horizon Scholars program,

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OSU Alumni Association honors 2024-25 Outstanding Seniors

Wed, May 14, 2025

The OSU Alumni Association is proud to honor 25 students with the 2024-2025 Outstanding Seniors Award.

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True Grit: The wrestler becomes the wrangler

Wed, May 14, 2025

The wrestler eyes up his opponent. More than 30 years since John Smith won his second Olympic gold medal, he is still looking for a challenger.

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OSU Polytech program trains students in crucial defense industry

Wed, May 14, 2025

In an era of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology's cybersecurity program through OSU Polytech is empowering students to meet those threats with cyber defense education.

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OSU-OKC Construction Technology program fills need for students, industry

Wed, May 14, 2025

The OSU-OKC Construction Technology program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the construction industry.

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The Cowboy Way: John Blair