OSU’s commitment to diversity efforts is paying off

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Oklahoma State University’s continued efforts toward improving diversity and inclusion have paid dividends over the past decade.

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Options still exist for Oklahoma pesticide applicators needing 2020 continuing education units

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Many of the scheduled meetings and conferences that typically provide CEU credit were cancelled this year because of the coronavirus.

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Oklahoma Gardening TV show receives environmental award

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Oklahoma Gardening television show recognized by Keep Oklahoma Beautiful.

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Oklahoma State’s TAPS program lets farmers test drive new irrigation technologies

Wed, Dec 02, 2020

The TAPS program provides an expanded research framework where irrigation management treatments are based on producer experiences as well as those of scientists.

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School of Global Studies China Programs Completes First Virtual Global Leadership Program

Wed, Dec 02, 2020

The School of Global Studies and Partnerships (SGSP), the Center for Ethical Leadership, and the American Red Cross Missing Maps jointly offered a month-long virtual leadership development program titled #GlobalLeaders – Rise to the Challenge. Fifty-four international students from 16 countries benefited from the month-long leadership program this fall.

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OSU continues to offer counseling and academic resources

Tue, Dec 01, 2020

Just because students are away from campus doesn’t mean they’re on their own. From tutoring help to counseling services, OSU has virtual resources available to help students ahead of finals and over the winter break.

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Staying safe when riding ATVs

Mon, Nov 30, 2020

The Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program and Oklahoma Farm Bureau have launched a safety course to help children and families learn how to minimize risks associated with ATVs.

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Watch out for cattle eating oak leaves and acorns

Wed, Nov 25, 2020

The problem can be largely avoided by ensuring cattle have access to good grazing and supplemental feed.

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Dine in to celebrate family and consumer sciences

Tue, Nov 24, 2020

National FCS organization promotes Dine in Day on Dec. 3.

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Despite pandemic, Co-Parenting for Resilience families persevere

Mon, Nov 23, 2020

The global coronavirus pandemic brought many challenges to families, especially divorced families with children. While Oklahoma State University researchers expected to see increased reports of stress, wellbeing largely remained stable for families participating in the Co-Parenting for Resilience course offered at OSU.

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OSU teams with nonprofit to send students messages of hope and support

Fri, Nov 20, 2020

Thousands of Oklahoma State University students living on campus and in the Greek community received messages of support and mental health resources this week, courtesy of the nonprofit organization Hope is Oxygen.

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Wheat pasture valuable forage resource when managed properly

Wed, Nov 18, 2020

Livestock should not be turned out onto wheat pasture until the plants are about six inches tall and have become well-rooted.

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