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OSU Ethics Club sweeps 2025 state ethics bowl

Wed, Nov 12, 2025

The Oklahoma State University Ethics Club, founded in 2014 and housed in the Department of Philosophy , has secured the first, second and third place awards in this year's Oklahoma Ethics Bowl. “This achievement marks the first time OSU has ever won the State Ethics Bowl,” said Caleb Dorsten, the club’s president. “Our three teams — two of which were first-time competitors — securing the first, second and third place spots show that you don’t need years of experience to do well at these kinds of tournaments.”

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Letters of America: Robert Cottingham’s alphabet finds a home at OSU

Tue, Nov 11, 2025

The exhibition features 26 works by the artist Cottingham, a keen observer of the built environment who playfully constructed the alphabet from photographs he captured of city life. By using hidden angles, shadows and cropped inspirations, Cottingham was able to transform seemingly mundane features into renowned works of art.

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The art of ekphrastic writing comes alive at OSU’s MOA

Mon, Nov 10, 2025

Oklahoma State University professors are finding creative ways to expand their classrooms by bringing their students to the OSU Museum of Art.

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Riata Center distributes more than $10,000 in scholarships to Student Innovation Expo winners

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

The Riata Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship awarded more than $10,000 in scholarships to Student Innovation Expo winners. Student entrepreneurs across OSU presented their business ideas and received constructive feedback from judges.

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OSU sociologist Railey works to combat substance use stigma in rural communities

Wed, Nov 05, 2025

Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Ashley Railey is working to change how rural communities address substance use through evidence-based strategies that reduce stigma and expand access to treatment. “Rural communities have faced economic hardships that have been correlated with the rise in the opioid epidemic over the past few decades and similar substance use concerns,” said Railey, an assistant professor in the Department of Sociology. “Multiple stigmatizing beliefs are shown to exist in rural areas, which can make addressing any one belief challenging.”

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Never Far Apart: OSU’s Taiwo Bello brings global history to life

Wed, Nov 05, 2025

When students walk into Dr. Taiwo Bello’s classroom, they quickly realize they’re entering more than a history course. Whether he’s tracing the legacy of African independence movements or leading a discussion on the ethics of humanitarian intervention, Bello wants students to grasp the global present they live in.

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OSU Humanities Research Group Fellowship sparks innovative research on ‘Land’ and the human experience

Wed, Nov 05, 2025

Oklahoma State University’s Center for the Humanities recently announced its 2025-2026 Humanities Research Group Fellowship cohort, which includes Lindsey Abernathy (Educational Leadership and Policy Studies), Dr. Kathleen Burns (English and American Studies), Dr. Mette Flynt (History), Lara Goncalves, (Sociology), Madelyn Powers (History), and Shelby Roberts (Art, Graphic Design, and Art History).

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Chancellor Sean Burrage to address OSU Fall Commencement

Wed, Oct 29, 2025

Oklahoma State University will welcome Chancellor Sean Burrage, chief executive officer of the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education, as the keynote speaker for its fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 12 and 13 inside Gallagher-Iba Arena.

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Amazing Gracie: Father plays bagpipes at daughter’s OSU graduation after 11 years of commencements

Wed, Oct 29, 2025

Tony Spurlock's daughter, Gracie, came along to watch her dad play at nearly every commencement. Over the years, the two have formed many ties with the university, creating memories along the way. This year, however, looks different for the Spurlocks. Tony will be there in December to play as his daughter will once again watch on, but this time as a graduate.

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A conversation with OSU Student Body President Riley 'Wes' Hurlbut

Fri, Oct 24, 2025

Riley "Wes" Hurlbut, a 2025 College of Arts and Sciences graduate and current master’s student , was elected Oklahoma State University’s Student Body President in the spring. Hurlbut, who has served in student government for more than three years, said his priority as president is strengthening the impact and accessibility of the Student Government Association. CAS asked him a few questions to introduce him to the wider OSU community.

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College of Arts and Sciences boasts 12 of 51 OSU Seniors of Significance for 2025-26

Wed, Oct 22, 2025

Of the 51 Oklahoma State University Seniors of Significance named by the OSU Alumni Association this week, twelve are College of Arts and Sciences students. The Seniors of Significance Award recognizes students who have excelled in scholarship, leadership and service to campus and community and have brought distinction to OSU.

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OSU Alumni Association names 51 OSU Seniors of Significance

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

The Oklahoma State University Alumni Association has named 51 students as OSU Seniors of Significance for the 2025-26 academic year.

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