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State Tipoffs Involving Oklahoma Newsletter for Tuesday October 29, 2024 ( 7 items )  

Cameron University's 7th Annual Inclusion and Leadership Summit to Feature Paralympian/motivational Speaker Oz Sanchez
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Oct. 29 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: "Know No Limits." That's the mantra of Oz Sanchez, motivational speaker, retired Marine, Paralympian, Kona Ironman finisher and seven-time world champion, and keynote speaker for CU's seventh annual Inclusion and Leadership Summit on Friday, April 1. The half-day conference will take place virtually from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is available to the public at no charge. The summit will kick off at 11 a.m. with "An I  more

Cameron University's Sixth Annual Inclusion and Leadership Summit to Feature Jim Stovall
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Oct. 29 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: If anyone can convince you that "Yes, You Can," it's Jim Stovall, keynote speaker for Cameron University's sixth annual Inclusion and Leadership Summit. In his keynote address, Stovall will offer a vision of what can be achieved by those who say "yes" in the face of challenge and adversity. The half-day conference, which aims to provide education and awareness about the importance of inclusion and diversity, will  more

CU in Graduate School to Offer Information on Cameron's Graduate Programs in Education
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Oct. 29 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: Educational professionals interested in pursuing a graduate degree are invited to CU in Graduate School, a virtual information session scheduled for Monday, March 25, at 5 p.m. During the virtual event, faculty members from CU's graduate degree programs in education will provide information on the Master of Education in Reading degree, Master of Science in Educational Leadership degree and the Master of Educati  more

Hot and dry is the new normal as drought returns to impact Oklahoma agriculture
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 28 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: The latest drought monitor map from the Oklahoma Mesonet shows dry conditions intensifying, and 34 counties are currently under a burn ban. Drought is taking its toll on agricultural producers and two of the state's largest commodities cattle and wheat. Wheat grazing challenges Jimmy Kinder is one of three generations who have grown dual-purpose wheat in southwest Oklahoma's Cotton County. The wheat he pla  more

Jacob researching solutions to turbulence in unmanned aerial systems
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 28 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Unmanned aerial systems, commonly known as drones, are becoming essential tools in various fields ranging from agriculture to disaster response. However, operating them in turbulent environments, especially urban areas where wind patterns are unpredictable, presents an enormous challenge. Dr. Jamey Jacob, Regents Professor and Williams Chair in Energy Technology in the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engin  more

OU Music Education Faculty, Students Showcase Research at National Conference
NORMAN, Oklahoma, Oct. 29 (TNSres) -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: Four faculty members and four doctoral students from the University of Oklahoma's music education program represented OU at the National Association for Music Education's Biennial Music Research and Teacher Education Conference on Sept. 25-28 in Atlanta. The event brought together over 650 researchers and students from across the country to share their work and discuss advancements in the field o  more

Spears Business students expand skills through semesterlong program in Thailand
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 28 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Trevor Friesen doesn't have to guess where the conversation will lead when he arrives for an interview with an internship recruiter or a scholarship committee. The Spears School of Business junior from Edmond, Oklahoma, has three majors and a plethora of academic achievements on his resume, but one uncommon item stands out as the icebreaker. "If I don't bring it up within the first five minutes in an intervi  more