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The official magazine of Oklahoma State University
A man in a blue shirt and jeans stands beside a white fence in a grassy field, looking at a black horse with white markings on its mane. The setting sun casts a warm glow over the scene.
Just getting started

Hess speaks on vision for OSU's future

In this issue

Generations of Orange: A closer look at a family legacy rooted in Oklahoma State
Give Orange deepens its legacy in Cowboy culture year after year
Heritage Society continues to shape OSU's future through transformational giving
Impact Spotlight: Business major reflects on scholarship opportunities
OSU nursing program graduates addressing health care shortages

 

Full Archive

Featured Articles

Blueprint for the Future

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

A Crystal Clear Vision

Opthalmology pioneer, OSU alumnus supports CVM with $2M gift

Global Footprints, Local Impact

 2025 Women for OSU Symposium celebrates global service and cross-cultural connection

The Fire in Her Heart

OSU student and newlywed receives support from the Cowboy family following wildfires

Featured Videos

Bricks to Books

 Alton Carter has overcome many challenges in his life, and is using those experiences to impact others through his multiple children's books and public speaking appearances.

Healing the World

Dr. TJ Trad’s journey at Oklahoma State University set him on a path to make a difference in communities both locally and around the world.

The Road Ahead

In this special sit-down interview, Oklahoma State University President Dr. Jim Hess shares his vision for the future of OSU.

Featured Images 

A baseball pitcher in a white uniform with orange and black accents is captured mid-pitch. The baseball is in sharp focus as it moves toward the camera, while the pitcher’s body is blurred in the background to emphasize speed and motion.
A baseball pitcher in a white uniform with orange and black accents is captured mid-pitch. The baseball is in sharp focus as it moves toward the camera, while the pitcher’s body is blurred in the background to emphasize speed and motion.
OSU baseball vs UC-Davis (2013)One of the few times an image I wanted to get that actually worked out as planned, freezing the ball in flight after it left the pitcher’s hand.Gary Lawson
A scenic view of a university campus with a brick courtyard featuring tables and chairs, surrounded by trees. Large red brick academic buildings with white trim stand in the background, and a clock tower is visible on the right. A double rainbow arcs across the cloudy sky above.
A scenic view of a university campus with a brick courtyard featuring tables and chairs, surrounded by trees. Large red brick academic buildings with white trim stand in the background, and a clock tower is visible on the right. A double rainbow arcs across the cloudy sky above.
Double rainbow (2016)A double rainbow from the balcony at the Student Union after a morning rainstorm.Gary Lawson
A muscular individual in an orange and black singlet crouches with both hands on their knees. Their face is blurred, and tattoos are visible on both shoulders and chest.
A muscular individual in an orange and black singlet crouches with both hands on their knees. Their face is blurred, and tattoos are visible on both shoulders and chest.
Jordan Oliver (2011)Sort of an “accidental image that worked out” was of wrestler Jordan Oliver when one of the studio lights failed to go off, resulting in a menacing image of a champion wrestler.Gary Lawson
A clear glass sphere resting on snow reflects an upside-down image of a snow-covered campus with red brick buildings and a central clock tower. The background is blurred, highlighting the sharp reflection inside the sphere.
A clear glass sphere resting on snow reflects an upside-down image of a snow-covered campus with red brick buildings and a central clock tower. The background is blurred, highlighting the sharp reflection inside the sphere.
Christmas ornament reflection (2021)Using a glass orb I bought during the pandemic, I was able to get a visually interesting photo of a snow-covered campus.Gary Lawson
A man in a black shirt stands outside of a vehicle as it is driving on a dirt road.
A man in a black shirt stands outside of a vehicle as it is driving on a dirt road.
Dr. TJ Trad, an OSU-COM alumnus and founder of Cura for the World nonprofit, rides along with other members of the Cura team in Murchison Falls National Park in Uganda during a medical mission trip.Provided
A man stands outdoors with arms crossed, wearing a black polo shirt with an orange logo.
A man stands outdoors with arms crossed, wearing a black polo shirt with an orange logo.
Alton Carter overcame a difficult childhood to become a successful author.Ellie Piper
A black and white photograph of a bowling alley with multiple lanes. In the foreground, a man wearing glasses and a white shirt is in mid-action, preparing to release a bowling ball.
A black and white photograph of a bowling alley with multiple lanes. In the foreground, a man wearing glasses and a white shirt is in mid-action, preparing to release a bowling ball.
A bowling alley used to be in the Student Union, which celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2025.OSU Archives
A woman does a pose next to a statue of a football player doing the same pose.
A woman does a pose next to a statue of a football player doing the same pose.
Julicia Thornton strives to become a sports agent who helps athletes achieve their goals.Bryanna Freer
A man in an orange shirt and blue jeans stands outdoors holding a professional camera with a large lens. The background includes green bushes, a brick building, and a stone railing.
A man in an orange shirt and blue jeans stands outdoors holding a professional camera with a large lens. The background includes green bushes, a brick building, and a stone railing.
Gary Lawson retired as a university photographer after almost two decades at Oklahoma State University.Ellie Piper
A woman in a white off-shoulder wedding dress with long brown hair stands outdoors holding a small bouquet of flowers.
A woman in a white off-shoulder wedding dress with long brown hair stands outdoors holding a small bouquet of flowers.
Jadrian Cook married Ryan Chapman on July 19, 2025..Jeremy Cook
Five children dressed in Oklahoma State University (OSU) cheerleading and sports attire stand in front of a float decorated with an image of a building and the words 'GO POKES' spelled out in flowers.
Five children dressed in Oklahoma State University (OSU) cheerleading and sports attire stand in front of a float decorated with an image of a building and the words 'GO POKES' spelled out in flowers.
Future Nickles OSU graduates attend America’s Greatest Homecoming 2005.Provided

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