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Second White Coat Ceremony celebrates growing OSU nursing program

Wed, Aug 21, 2024

Oklahoma State University's nursing program celebrated the start of a new academic year on Friday, Aug. 16, with its second White Coat Ceremony, which recognized 85 students beginning the professional nursing program, the largest cohort yet for the growing department.

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Extension project introduces telehealth access to rural libraries

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Telehealth access for residents in rural communities can improve Oklahomans' quality of life.

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Master Wellness Volunteer program boosts public value of OSU Extension

Tue, Jul 02, 2024

OSU Extension is looking for volunteers to take part in the Master Wellness Volunteer program and working alongside family and consumer sciences educators statewide to promote healthy living.

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Master Gardeners plant seeds for the future at Tulsa Boys’ Home

Tue, Jun 18, 2024

Tulsa Master Gardeners, led by Master Gardener Danielle Adkins, have implemented a gardening class and club at the Tulsa Boys' Home.

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Environmental law enforcement is the focus of free, upcoming seminar

Fri, Jun 14, 2024

OSU Extension will partner with the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality and the U.S. Department of Agriculture-Rural Development to host a free Oklahoma Environmental Law Enforcement Training Seminar in Durant, Oklahoma, on July 25.

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Summer heat can adversely affect blood sugars

Tue, May 28, 2024

People with diabetes should take precautions when engaging in physical activities in the summer heat.

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OSU developing AI chatbot to answer local Extension questions

Thu, May 02, 2024

A new chatbot tool will answer questions with information from cooperative Extension systems nationwide.

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Summer program for children and youth to address food insecurity

Tue, Apr 16, 2024

Summer food programs available in Oklahoma help families dealing with food insecurity.

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Pesticide disposal events set for Altus and Shawnee

Mon, Mar 25, 2024

Oklahoma residents are invited to properly dispose of unwanted pesticides at upcoming events in Altus and Shawnee.

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How to remove fire odor from belongings and homes

Mon, Mar 18, 2024

Tips for homeowners to remove smoke odors following Oklahoma's wildfires.

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Spring into weight management with realistic goals

Fri, Mar 15, 2024

A healthy diet and physical activity are the keys to successful weight-loss and good health.

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Don’t let the bed bugs bite: what to know

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

Bed bug reports are growing around the world. Follow these simple tips to avoid them.

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