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Passionate about Her Roots: Environmental science leader reflects on paths to success

Tue, May 28, 2024

While growing up, being involved in numerous activities was normal for Karen Hickman. Now as the director of the environmental science undergraduate program in the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture, little has changed.

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Educating Every Cowboy: Agricultural education program shapes tomorrow's educators

Tue, May 28, 2024

In the realm of agricultural education, instructors and professors at Oklahoma State University devote themselves to preparing undergraduate students for student teaching and their future careers.

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Cultural Crown: Biosystems engineering graduate student becomes Ms. International OSU

Tue, May 28, 2024

A single spotlight hits the Student Union Theatre stage, immediately pulling you into another world, one of an Indian wedding complete with costumes and music. As the performance ends, you are left captivated by the dance you just witnessed.

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Dusty Roads to Digital Highways: Federal programs roll out $1.3 billion for broadband infrastructure

Tue, May 28, 2024

When people, legislators in particular, realized the need for internet access, the American Rescue Plan Act was passed, which allowed the federal government to give each state money to build the infrastructure they deem necessary, said Mike Sanders, executive director of the Oklahoma Broadband Office.

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Weaving Heritage and Science: Doctoral student connects passion for research with Native American heritage

Tue, May 28, 2024

Moore-Wilson uses her knowledge in food sovereignty and safety from her education at OSU in developing a new opportunity to give tribal members the experience of coming one step closer to their ancestors while giving back to her community.

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Cloudy with a Chance of Mule Deer: Researchers get answers from an understudied animal

Tue, May 28, 2024

In the flat expanses of western Oklahoma, researchers are studying mule deer to learn more about this animal’s movement, demography and survival.

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Nurturing the Future: Moesels devote a lifetime to growing horticultural business

Tue, May 28, 2024

Founded in 1956 by Dick and Marjorie Moesel, Moesel’s Hort Haven was a widely known produce stand, greenhouse and nursery in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma.

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Mastering New Perspectives: Graduate students assist in winning ways

Tue, May 28, 2024

The Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture is home to dozens of national titles and championships earned by Cowboys and Cowgirls who take competition seriously. Behind these achievements, coaches encourage students to do their best, including some coaches who are students themselves.

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From Barn to Boardroom: Oklahoma Pork Council executive director shares her journey to excellence

Tue, May 28, 2024

Nestled among the sweeping plains outside of Hudson, Colorado, lies a centennial farm, its roots planted in the spirit of entrepreneurship. This cherished farm holds a special place in the heart of Oklahoma Pork Council executive director, Kylee Deniz.

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Got Pecans?: FAPC researchers work to develop pecan-based products

Tue, May 28, 2024

What do milk, ice cream, yogurt and butter have in common? Although dairy might be your first guess, the answer is pecans. Food scientists in the Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center at Oklahoma State University are developing these pecan-based products as a new alternative to traditional dairy products.

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