STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Teaching, research and clinical sciences are just a few areas Dr. Joao Brandao can impact his students. An associate professor in zoological medicine at the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Brandao received the prestigious 2024 Zoetis Veterinary Research Excellence Award. The award is given to an individual who fosters innovative research, on which the scientific advancement of the  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Amid the echoes of auctioneers and the steady rhythm of hooves, one young veterinarian stands as a protector of health and welfare. The Joplin Regional Stockyards is home to the world's largest cattle auction. In 2023, over 526,000 head of cattle were sold at the event. One of the newest additions to JRS is Dr. Wyatt Catron, an Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine class of 2023 graduate.   more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Patients and clients alike rely on a veterinarian's ability to assess, diagnose and treat any ailments the animal presents with. Patient care is optimized when veterinary specialists can collaborate under one roof. When all it takes is walking down the hall to consult an expert in the area, everyone can benefit. Bubo, a 24-year-old Eurasian eagle owl, is the perfect example of two specialty services collab  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Eighteen years ago, a third-grade student loaded his steer roping horse, Blue Creek, into a trailer to make the trip to Stillwater. However, they weren't traveling to compete in a rodeo; they were headed to the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Blue Creek had developed colic and was in and out of the hospital several times over the next few weeks. This meant frequent trips to   more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The Great Plains Center of Excellence convened its inaugural conference at the Hamm Institute for American Energy in Oklahoma City. Held on Sept. 9-10, this landmark event attracted 100-plus participants from various states, including Texas, New Jersey, Colorado, Missouri, and California. It brought together experts, industry leaders and educators to discuss advancements in the clean energy sector. GPCoE is   more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 25 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Oklahoma State University's Greenwood School of Music Preparatory Academy introduced two new offerings this fall: a satellite program providing private music instruction in Stillwater Public Schools and the GSM Prep Rock Academy that equips pre-college students with the chance to form bands. Building on its well-established community outreach and extension efforts, the GSM Preparatory Academy partnered with a  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: As a kid, Dr. Lindsay King loved nature, wildlife and all things science. King didn't grow up thinking she wanted to be a veterinarian like some. However, two years after receiving her Bachelor of Science in neuroscience from the University of Notre Dame, King took a family trip that changed everything. "I remember I was at the local zoo with my family when I lamented that I wished I could work with animal  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The 2024 Dean Orr Scholarship Award was awarded to fourth-year veterinary students Kali Koelling and Breya Ludwig. It's annually gifted to the top-ranking third-year veterinary student. At the age of 4, Koelling would doctor her stuffed animals and put bandages on them as if she were a veterinarian. That is when her passion for veterinary medicine started. Throughout school, Koelling knew she wanted to hav  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 25 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The Oklahoma State University Board of Regents approved the appointment of Dr. Justin Quetone Moss as director of the OSU Student Farm on Oct. 25. Moss is head of the OSU Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and has provided Student Farm leadership since operations began in early 2023. "Dr. Moss is a great fit as the director of the OSU Student Farm. His research interests in urban water use  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 26 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Oct. 25, 2024: Attorney General Gentner Drummond said an Oklahoma County judge's granting of summary judgement today in litigation against the state's anti-ESG (environmental, social and governance) law sets the stage for his office to appeal the case to the Oklahoma Supreme Court. Drummond underscored that the Oklahoma Energy Discrimination Act of 2022 would not be in this predi  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 26 (TNSres) -- The Oklahoma Department of Corrections issued the following news on Oct. 25, 2024: Today, the Oklahoma Department of Corrections announced a significant reduction in inmate-on-inmate assaults with serious injury, reflecting the success of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security. Key reforms, including strategic population management, stricter enforcement policies, and enhanced technology, have significantly decreased the incidence of violence.  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 26 -- The Oklahoma Department of Corrections issued the following news: The Oklahoma Department of Corrections announced promising new data from its Work Release Program today, underscoring its role in fostering financial independence and preparing individuals for successful reentry into society. By partnering with employers and offering vital rehabilitative services, ODOC's Community Corrections division is helping participants achieve financial stability, support  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 25 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The Oklahoma State University chapter of the Mortar Board honor society recently named students to its annual list of Top 20 Freshmen Men and Top 20 Freshmen Women, as well as Top 10 Freshmen Men and Women for the 2023-24 class. "The Top 20 Men and the Top 20 Women were selected after grading 154 student applications," said Gunar Aune, Mortar Board Top 10 coordinator. "These individuals completed a series of  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: In a world where consumers are constantly seeking the healthiest options for skin care, household cleaners and their own diets, they are also seeking the healthiest diet possible for their pets. Many pet owners have attempted feeding their dogs nontraditional foods such as raw meat-based diets. However, little is known about the effects of these foods on animal health and there are several potential risks ow  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Nothin' But Try Ranch, owned by Chad and Jenny Drury, is in Erick, Oklahoma, and is home to multiple world-renowned bucking bulls. When Mouse Trap, a 3-year-old bucking bull, didn't come up to eat one night, the Drurys knew something wasn't right. After finding Mouse Trap with excessive salivation and noticing he could not eat, the Drurys called their local veterinarian. When they examined swelling on the   more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 25 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Numerous Oklahoma State University personnel actions were approved during the OSU/A&M Board of Regents meeting Friday on the Stillwater campus of OSU. New Appointment: Mark Turner, assistant professor, Natural Resource and Ecology Management Change in Appointment: Justin Moss, joint appointment as director of the Student Farm, OSU Innovation Foundation, Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Jonathan   more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 24 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: A passion for science, veterinary medicine and youth within the community has led Dr. Jennifer Rudd, Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine assistant professor in pathobiology, to make an impact in her community. As a veterinary student, Rudd and her classmates got involved in STEM outreach as they were passionate about enhancing education in public schools. "As veterinary students, it wa  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 25 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Anya Thompson, an Oklahoma State University sophomore, is blazing her own trail with determination and compassion. Despite her family's deep roots at OSU, Thompson was determined to do something different. "I was determined to carve my own path," Thompson said. "I often joked about going to the University of Oklahoma." OSU's welcoming atmosphere and commitment to student success eventually won her over. T  more

NORMAN, Oklahoma, Oct. 26 (TNSres) -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: Luis Felipe Flores Garzon learned more than he expected from his initial fieldwork with three Indigenous Achuar communities in the Ecuadorian Amazon last summer. He experienced firsthand the harsh realities faced by some Indigenous groups as they fight to preserve their cultural heritage and environment. He also absorbed the value of learning alongside the people, creating knowledge together, and  more