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Minding your money

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Helping people find and stay on the path to good financial health is a main theme running through all of Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension’s financial literacy programs.

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Zarrow Gift Transfers Legacy Plaza West to OSU Center for Health Sciences and Family and Children's Services

Tue, Sep 11, 2018

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National Writing Project Teacher Leaders Head Back to School

Mon, Sep 10, 2018

"Write.Learn.Lead." is the backbone of the National Writing Project (NWP) network's signature programs for teachers and young people alike. During summer break, more than 3,000 teachers worked face-to-face and in online communities to share and learn new ways to teach writing, engage colleagues and enhance their leadership.

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Prepare now before an emergency or disaster strikes

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

Taking the time to get ready ahead of a possible disaster or emergency reduces the chances you or your family gets hurt.

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Emergency planning should include developing key safety skills

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

There are some general safety skills that could come in handy during an emergency or disaster.

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Using a fire extinguisher

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

It only takes a short, few minutes for a spark to grow into a blaze. Knowing when and how to use a fire extinguisher can help save lives and property.

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Evacuating in the event of wildfire

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

Wildfires can be unpredictable, but there are a few ways families can prepare ahead of time in case they need to quickly, safely evacuate.

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Preparing financially for emergencies

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

Preparing ahead of possible disasters involves more than putting together an emergency kit and making an emergency plan. It also involves making sure your money and assets are protected.

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Extension providing help and hope through poverty simulation

Thu, Aug 23, 2018

OSU Cooperative Extension and the Salvation Army partnered recently to lead a poverty simulation to give participants a chance to experience living on the poverty line.

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Alumnus Recognized with Prestigious Psychologist Award

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Dr. Donell Barnett, Oklahoma State University alumnus, is a recipient of the 2018 American Psychological Association (APA) President Citizen Psychologist Award. The award recognizes outstanding psychologists and members of the psychology community from all branches of the discipline who improve community well-being locally, nationally and globally.

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The science of parenting

Wed, Aug 01, 2018

There’s some trial and error involved in parenting, but there’s strategy involved, too. That’s where Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension’s Active Parenting curriculum comes in.

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Have Knowledge, Will Travel

Wed, Aug 01, 2018

Barbara Brown shares her food preservation expertise around the world

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