Oklahoma Well Owner Network to host second Get Well-Informed free water testing day

Fri, Mar 13, 2026

The Oklahoma Well Owner Network program offered through Oklahoma State University Extension and OSU’s Oklahoma Water Resources Center will host a “Get Well-Informed” free well water testing event for residents in 14 counties across southeast Oklahoma this spring.

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The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize healthy eating patterns to support long-term health

Mon, Mar 09, 2026

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans has provided nutritional guidance since 1980. The latest guidelines continue to provide the public with research-based information to help people of all ages make healthier food and beverage choices.

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OSU launches online beginning watercolor course

Tue, Feb 24, 2026

Qing Luo, associate professor in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, is offering a three-week beginning watercolor course in which participants will learn from home.

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OSUIT nursing program maintains 100% NCLEX pass rate for three consecutive years

Fri, Feb 20, 2026

One hundred percent of nursing graduates from OSUIT passed the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN) in 2022, 2023 and 2024, according to Jodi Campbell, OSUIT assistant dean for health sciences and director of nursing.

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Nutritional Sciences alumna represents OSU’s commitment to rural medicine as a physician assistant

Wed, Feb 18, 2026

From outstanding senior to outstanding professional, Keely Ratcliff has proven herself to be a true embodiment of Oklahoma State University’s medical programs.

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Cowboys with Heart: OSU design students partner with Oklahoma Heart Hospital for “Wear Red” Campaign

Tue, Feb 10, 2026

At Oklahoma State University, being a Cowboy is defined by character and service. Students in the Department of Design and Merchandising are proving that by partnering with the Oklahoma Heart Hospital to turn fashion into a powerful message for women’s heart health.

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Engineering a better lift: Multidisciplinary OSU team crafts new model for strength training

Tue, Feb 03, 2026

REARGEAR 2.0 is a collaboration between multiple disciplines within OSU.  Dr. Jason Daniel Miller of the School of Kinesiology, Applied Health and Recreation, Dr. Jerome Hausselle of the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Dr. Harshvardhan Singh of the Human Performance and Nutrition Research Institute, oversaw the efforts of this project, which was showcased at the fall 2025 College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology  Senior Design Expo, where it earned first place.  

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Baldwin blazes path for MIS students to research health, human performance at OSU

Tue, Jan 27, 2026

Kyler Baldwin, an MIS graduate and MS BAnDS student at OSU, forged a unique partnership between Spears Business and HPNRI. He applies his data analytics skills to the health and human performance domain, preparing to present his research abstract at a sports medicine conference with a chance to win an award.

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HPNRI helps train the next generation of data scientists

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

The Oklahoma State University Human Performance and Nutrition Research Institute has partnered with the Spears School of Business to engage 4+1 management information systems students as Data Wranglers. These students gain real-world hands-on experience analyzing heath care data and improve the health of Oklahomans.

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Enjoy holiday traditions while managing diabetes

Fri, Nov 21, 2025

People with diabetes may find it a struggle to manage blood sugar levels during the holidays.

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SNAP delay puts bigger strain on Oklahoma food pantries

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

With SNAP benefits delayed, more families are depending on food pantries. Some food pantries may need a boost in order to be able to meet food needs for the holiday season.

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Free pesticide disposal events set for Pond Creek and Clinton

Mon, Nov 03, 2025

Oklahoma State University's Pesticide Education Program is partnering with other agencies to host two unwanted pesticide disposal days in Pond Creek and Clinton.

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