STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: "There are few men of the West of my generation who did not know of the pioneer woman in his own mother, and who does not rejoice to know that her part in building that great civilization is to have such beautiful recognition. It was those women who carried the refinement, the moral character and spiritual force into the West. Not only they bore great burdens of daily toil and the rearing of families, but they w  more

ADA, Oklahoma, May 9 -- East Central University issued the following news: Bachelor's degrees are expected to be granted to 322 candidates as East Central University conducts its 2024 Spring Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Kerr Activities Center. ECU alumnus and former Oklahoma governor, George Nigh, is set to present the 10 a.m. commencement address. Candidates for bachelor's degrees include: ADA - Sydney Abbott, Kentaaj Adamson, Noble Anderson, Yuri  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Many have seen semaglutide advertised or heard it talked about on TV and radio. You may know it by some of its other names like Ozempic, Wegovy or Rybelsus. Originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, the medication is also being studied as a possible treatment for many other conditions and diseases, including addiction. Dr. W. Kyle Simmons -- Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences   more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 9 (TNSres) -- Oklahoma State University's Center for Health Sciences issued the following news: Many have seen semaglutide advertised or heard it talked about on TV and radio. You may know it by some of its other names like Ozempic, Wegovy or Rybelsus. Originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, the medication is also being studied as a possible treatment for many other conditions and diseases, including addiction. Dr. W. Kyle Simmons -- Oklahoma State   more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The jewel of college baseball, which can be found at the corner of Washington Street and McElroy Road in Stillwater, wouldn't be possible without Cecil O'Brate. The cheering crowds, the concourse concessions with its peanuts and Cracker Jacks, the immaculate grass and the state-of-the-art video board blasting The Gap Band after a Cowboy home run wouldn't exist without O'Brate. Oklahoma State University lost th  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The on-campus home of Oklahoma State University's 270,000 living alumni has received its most-extensive refresh to date since opening nearly 20 years ago. In the first phase of renovations at the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center, Alumni Association leaders focused on creating an environment that is more welcoming and modern for members of the Cowboy family to visit. The newly renovated Barnes/Halligan Suite al  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: As 28-year-old Garfield County resident Tristen Goans sought custody of his 4-year-old daughter in 2023, he knew he needed to become more involved as a parent. He was still carrying a few tough memories from his childhood, and he was ready to heal. "Because of my biological father, I never wanted to take things too far, and my ex-wife was more of the disciplinarian for our daughter," he said. Goans signed up f  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: OSU's Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Okmulgee institutions have faithfully served the state for a combined 164 years offering technical programs. In December, the OSU system launched a statewide initiative -- OSU Polytech -- to address Oklahoma's high-tech workforce needs. Now under the umbrella of OSU Polytech, OSU System's workforce-driven technical academic programs are expanding educational access and bolstering O  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: When you donate to scholarships, you equip students with the financial and academic support that allows them to pursue their orange passion. Your support offers life-changing experiences to help students be successful at OSU and beyond. Cortney Zimmerman, Sophomore Cortney Zimmerman Hometown: Spencer, Wisconsin Major: Agricultural Communications Scholarships: Ferguson College of Agriculture Associate Dean F  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Oklahoma State University students, faculty, staff, alumni and donors await the opening of the $115 million New Frontiers Agricultural Hall, the modern home for the Ferguson College of Agriculture, OSU Ag Research and OSU Extension. Fast Fact The 55-year-old Agricultural Hall will be replaced with the New Frontiers Agricultural Hall when it opens this fall. The New Frontiers Agricultural Hall will featur  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The Innovation Foundation at Oklahoma State University has released a vision plan for a reimagined, 678-acre collaborative research park in southwest Stillwater that has the potential to ignite transformational collaborations and revolutionize the innovation landscape in Oklahoma. Alongside Highway 51 in Stillwater, Innovation Park will be adjacent to the OSU Student Farm, Botanic Garden and the Ferguson Colleg  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 9 -- The Oklahoma Department of Human Services issued the following news release: Foster care parents, Oklahoma Human Services' Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) division is hosting a webinar to educate interested individuals about the role. Specialized foster care parents support individuals ages three and older who receive DDS waiver services. They are paid to be a "professional parent" and are supported by a DDS case manager, foster care specialist, and   more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 9 -- The Oklahoma State Senate issued the following news release: Recently, Senate Concurrent Resolution 22, authored by Shane Jett, R-Shawnee, successfully passed through both the Senate and House of Representatives. The resolution, which highlights the valor and sacrifice of Native American warriors, garnered widespread support from legislators in both chambers. "Native American warriors have played an integral role in shaping our nation's history, and it is impe  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 9 -- The Oklahoma State Senate issued the following news release: D.D. Kirkland Elementary School Principal Ashley Hoggatt was recently honored by the Oklahoma Senate after the Oklahoma Association of Elementary School Principals (OAESP) named Hoggatt Principal of the Year. The veteran administrator has also been named as the National Association of Elementary School Principals' (NAESP) Distinguished Principal from Oklahoma. Colleagues and family members joined Hogg  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Watch the event Visit okla.st/HOF2024 to watch the induction video for each honoree and the full ceremony. The Oklahoma State University Alumni Association honored four new members of the OSU Hall of Fame at a ceremony on Feb. 2 in the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center. Calvin J. Anthony, Gary C. Clark, Harold T. Holden and Dr. Dennis R. White all received the university's highest honor. The award celebrates o  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Paralympian's Perseverance Mitchell looks to make fourth Paralympic Games 25 years after life-changing diagnosis Cassie Mitchell has always found a way to adapt. No matter what obstacle was placed in her way. No matter what new diagnosis she got from the doctor. No matter what age people are supposed to stop being Olympians, she doesn't stop pursuing her ambitions. If she did, her competitive career would ha  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: There are hundreds of clubs, organizations and projects across the Oklahoma State University campus, and many could use extra assistance. PhilanthroPete is here to help them thrive. OSU's online crowdfunding platform, PhilanthroPete, gives the Cowboy family an opportunity to participate in collective giving that supports campus programs, faculty research and more. Donor support allows these groups to give the  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Sports media senior Jenna Murff didn't really play video games growing up, outside of Mario Kart with her friends. She didn't come to Oklahoma State University for an esports career, but a new certificate piqued her interest. Murff knew nothing about esports before pursuing the certificate. However, she saw the industry's growth and decided to try it out. In the past few years, OSU has been making waves in col  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: In the heart of Oklahoma, Jarold Callahan's legacy resonates far beyond the pastures of cattle he tended and the classrooms he graced. On Dec. 23, 2023, the Oklahoma State University/A&M system and the cattle industry lost an icon who radiated a spirit of generosity and service in every facet of his life. Whether championing agricultural excellence, instilling youth with values of integrity and diligence, or p  more

NORMAN, Oklahoma, May 9 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release on May 7, 2024: The University of Oklahoma Board of Regents announced today the appointment of Mackenzie Wilfong, J.D. as executive secretary. With more than two decades of experience in higher education, Wilfong will join OU on June 4 from Tulsa Community College, where she has served as vice president of legal affairs, general counsel and chief legal officer for the past seven years. In this role, she adv  more

NORMAN, Oklahoma, May 9 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: The University of Oklahoma's Price College of Business is launching a new hybrid master's program to help working professionals, entrepreneurs and innovators learn how to create and scale a new business, either in an existing company or as a startup. The Master of Science degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation offers two tracks: New Venture Development and Corporate Innovation. Each track will consist o  more

NORMAN, Oklahoma, May 9 (TNSres) -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: Despite the high prevalence of substance abuse and its often devastating outcomes, especially among disadvantaged populations, few Americans receive treatment for substance use disorders. However, the rise of mobile health technologies can make treatments more accessible. Researchers at the University of Oklahoma are creating and studying health interventions delivered via smartphones to make effe  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 9 -- USA Softball issued the following news: The Phillips 66 Big 12 Softball Championship is set to be the first official event at the newly announced, Devon Park. The 10-team single elimination tournament is a new format adapted by the Big 12 and will begin Wednesday, May 8 and run through Saturday, May 11. All games will be played in the stadium on OGE Energy Field. Click here for the full tournament page with schedule, tickets, and more information (https://big1  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Oklahoma State University senior Kaitlin Ashcraft has worn many hats throughout her college career. This weekend, she'll be wearing the most important one yet: her graduation cap. A chemistry major and microbiology minor, Ashcraft will graduate with an honors degree on Saturday. As she crosses the stage in Gallagher-Iba Arena, she'll reflect on her time as an OSU College of Arts and Sciences student and how her  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The day is just starting, but the children attending the Cleo L. Craig Child Development Laboratory are wide awake. Ranging from 1-5 years-old, the youngsters are always on the move, whether participating in a "good morning" song-and-dance, rotating between stations in their classroom or building sandcastles on the playground outside. There's rarely a dull moment inside the CDL. Housed within Nancy Randolph D  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Phil Shockley loved all things cars growing up, especially dragsters. On several occasions during his childhood, his family would drive from their home in Fresno, California, to Bakersfield for the March Meet drag races. Twelve-year-old Shockley took his Instamatic camera to one of the events and attempted to capture the lightning-fast machines as they streaked down the strip. When he got the developed pictures  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: State of Orange: A Day of Cowboy Service offered an opportunity for Cowboys to serve at more than 350 locations nationwide, including in Stillwater and nearly every county in Oklahoma. "Today is all about living the Cowboy Code, doing what's right, giving it our all," said President Kayse Shrum at the event's kickoff event in Stillwater. "Today, we're dreaming big about making a difference." Events were facili  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 7 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Often referred to as the best-kept secret in Stillwater, The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University is where scientists make discoveries and families create memories. Situated on 100 acres between Cow Creek and Stillwater Creek on the west side of Stillwater, Oklahoma, The Botanic Garden at OSU is a multi-disciplinary living laboratory for researchers and an outdoor classroom for professors and students. I  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: When the Oklahoma State University Extension office in Oklahoma County relocated to Northeast 63rd Street in Oklahoma City, LaDonna Hines envisioned a dream. The new location was a food desert, and she wanted to address the issue by establishing a farmers market. It took time to piece the puzzle together, but that dream became a reality in 2022. Hines' educational background as a registered dietitian, coupled   more

TULSA, Oklahoma, May 8 -- The city of Tulsa issued the following news: Redevelopment of the former Laura Dester Children's center site into a new affordable housing complex called Quincy Park has completed its first phase. Located in the heart of Tulsa's Pearl District, Quincy Park features 72 studio apartments across a five-building complex that is included on the National Register of Historic Places. "The redevelopment of this historic site is a prime example of how we can leverage existing  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: When Shaeleigh McGee thinks about her future, she sees a career shaping tribal public policy through criminal justice reform. Learn more about Udall Scholars and applicant statistics. McGee was selected as OSU's 21st Udall Scholar, the third in three straight years in the Indian Country categories. Elizabeth Struble was also honored. She was selected as one of 55 Udall Scholar honorable mentions in  more

EDMOND, Oklahoma, May 8 -- The University of Central Oklahoma issued the following news release: The University of Central Oklahoma College of Business Professional Sales team placed 15th at the National Collegiate Sales Competition (NCSC) in Kennesaw, Georgia. The competition allows students to test their skills through role-play events and speed-selling pitches. More than 140 students representing more than 70 colleges and universities nationwide participated in the competition. In additio  more

NORMAN, Oklahoma, May 9 (TNSres) -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: * * * The study offers solutions that would benefit both the plastic and petroleum refinery industries. * * * A recent study, led by University of Oklahoma researcher Hanping Ding, Ph.D., has revealed a new way to convert methane into hydrogen and benzene, a finding that could reduce carbon emissions produced during chemical manufacturing. The article in Nature Communications examines a new cata  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 8 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Oklahoma's first 4-H members gathered in a small Johnston County town to explore innovative ways to increase crop yields. More than a century later, the past meets the present in traditional programming with a modern twist. Although 4-H is known for its agriculture projects, it continues to broaden its reach and meet the needs of youth by incorporating STEM programming. STEM -- science, technology, engineerin  more