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From physiology to endocrinology: A doctor's career journey

Tue, Sep 22, 2020

Dr. Erik Aspenson's career as an endocrinologist began at OSU more than 30 years ago when he earned his bachelor's degree in physiology. After attending medical school and serving 11 years with the U.S. Air Force, the father of four turned his focus to treating patients with diabetes and thyroid disease — something he's done in the Tulsa area for the past 15 years. Aspenson gave us a look into his life and career, including what drew him to OSU as an incoming freshman, the unique way he starts each day and what it means to be a Cowboy.

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Freshman appreciates OSU’s support during bout with COVID-19

Wed, Sep 16, 2020

At first, Oklahoma State University freshman Aubrie Penfield attributed her body aches, sore throat, runny nose and “stuffy feeling” to allergies and carrying her belongings up three flights of stairs on move-in day.

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Molecular research the foundation of new non-addictive pain treatments

Wed, Sep 09, 2020

Through molecular research, scientists at the National Center for Wellness & Recovery at Oklahoma State University are seeing promising treatment alternatives that would allow physicians to treat pain without opioids or the devastating side effects of opioids.

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Group donates care packages for quarantined OSU students

Tue, Sep 01, 2020

Oklahoma State University students in isolation or quarantine due to COVID-19 may have a little something to be thankful for after a local group donated the first batch of many care packages.

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Community Advancing Conversation to focus on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

Tue, Aug 25, 2020

Oklahoma State University’s third installment of its Community Advancing Conversations series will feature a presentation surrounding the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.

Outreach and EngagementCommunity Advancing Conversations seriesEducation1921 Tulsa Race MassacreBlack Wall StreetHuman Health and WellnessCampus Life and Diversity
OSU launches online public dashboard to report COVID data

Tue, Aug 25, 2020

Oklahoma State University has launched an online dashboard to track COVID-19 testing data on the Stillwater campus. The dashboard represents a commitment to keep the campus safe by providing accurate information to the community on COVID 19 metrics monitored by medical and public health officials.

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Nutritional sciences professor awarded OCAST grant

Tue, Aug 18, 2020

Nutritional sciences assistant professor Dr. Sam Emerson received a grant from the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology, the state's technology-based economic development agency.

Human Health and WellnessCollege of Education and Human SciencesNutritional Sciences
OSU Tactical Fitness and Nutrition partners with Italian university

Tue, Aug 18, 2020

Oklahoma State University faculty recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Rome Tor Vergata in Italy to partner in tactical fitness and nutrition research.

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OSU Health Care Heroes: Dr. Anil Kaul and Amanda Foster

Thu, Aug 13, 2020

OSU Health Care Heroes is a series highlighting those from the OSU-CHS community who have gone above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic to serve their institution, community and state.

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