Oklahoma State University-oklahoma City News
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- Fewer Okla. students take tests for college credit (KVII 7 Amarillo)
posted on February 11, 2010 at 04:42:54 pm
The number of Oklahoma high school graduates taking and passing tests for college credit was down slightly last year. - Volunteers ready for extreme opportunity (The Norman Transcript)
posted on January 27, 2010 at 06:18:16 am
It looked like a Sunday at Norman's Journey Church, but the Tuesday morning crowd had another reason for being there.Nearly 1,000 volunteers and supporters crowded into the church at a rally kicking off the upcoming home build by the television show "Extreme Makeover Home Edition. - Oklahoma schools offer training in alternative energy (The Oklahoman)
posted on January 22, 2010 at 05:23:47 am
EL RENO — Working on a wind turbine is not for the faint of heart.Prospective students for Canadian Valley Technology Center’s new wind energy technician training program must go through an orientation before they can enroll."Every orientation at break, somebody leaves,” instructor Cody Spikes said.Spikes, who has worked for several different wind companies, said he uses orientation to show ... - More Oklahoma students enrolling at metro-area colleges (The Oklahoman)
posted on January 7, 2010 at 10:33:15 am
Enrollment increased at most small colleges and universities in the metro area in the fall semester, and college officials said they expect the trend to continue.Spring enrollment at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City has increased 24 percent compared to this time last year. "Last year, we attributed it to a downturn in the economy,” spokeswoman Evelyn Bolenbach said. "Now that they’ve ... - Oklahoma grown, handmade gifts make holiday special (The Oklahoman)
posted on December 17, 2009 at 05:50:08 am
With Christmas just eight days away, many people may be looking to add some local flavor to a special holiday meal. From venison to spiced pecans to cherry walnut bread, vendors at the Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City Farmers’ Market will have a variety of holiday goodies from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, during the final market this calendar year. "You could get an entire meal out there ... - Oklahoma City boy, 11, raising funds for Kenya’s orphans (The Oklahoman)
posted on November 8, 2009 at 06:00:02 am
Aurell Bloomer flashes a broad smile when he thinks of his friends in a little village in Kenya.Then he smiles again when he thinks of when they get their new shoes later this year.Aurell, 11, a sixth-grader at Taft Middle School, has held several fund drives to help children at Maisha Orphanage, in Kisumu, Kenya, founded by his Oklahoma City friend, Beatrice Williamson.Earlier fund drives have ... - NEO dedicates garden to former president (Miami News-Record)
posted on November 3, 2009 at 04:31:55 pm
The garden entrance to the Library Administration Building at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College has been named in honor of former NEO president Dr. Jerry Carroll and his wife, Jan. NEO A&M College held a dedication ceremony for the event, which was attended by the Carrolls, who did not know in advance of the honor that was being bestowed upon them both. - Oklahoma drivers tested against distractions (The Oklahoman)
posted on October 8, 2009 at 01:30:02 pm
Jordan Smith, 17, of Yukon considers herself a good driver. But like many new drivers, she had a "minor fender-bender” shortly after getting her license when she was 16. "I was changing lanes, and there was a really low Firebird on the right side of me. I looked and everything, but I still ran into him. At a glance, I couldn’t see him,” she said. Smith was one of a group of 20 Yukon High School ... - Oklahoma colleges see student surge (The Oklahoman)
posted on October 2, 2009 at 05:00:02 am
More students are enrolled this fall in Oklahoma’s public colleges and universities than ever before, state education officials said.The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education reported Thursday that headcount is up 5.8 percent over fall 2008, for a total of 187,676 students. That’s 10,291 more than last year.State Chancellor Glen Johnson said the increase shows that Oklahomans value the ... - Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City's career fair builds interest in construction sector (The Oklahoman)
posted on September 26, 2009 at 05:00:02 am
Heavy construction equipment, ranging from a concrete mixer truck to a road grader, were scattered on a parking lot Friday at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City. But they weren’t there to add a building or renovate a classroom.The equipment was on site as part of a career fair to introduce Oklahoma City high school students to the construction industry and what careers are available. About ... - Credit Union to host college fair (The Shawnee News-Star)
posted on September 8, 2009 at 02:53:05 pm
FAA Credit Union is hosting the 3rd Annual College Fair 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sept. 22 at the credit union’s corporate headquarters, 10201 S. Western, Oklahoma City. High School students and young adults are invited to speak with on-site representatives and recruiters from area universities, trade schools and organizations. - Engagement: Buthion-Lemmings (The Oklahoman)
posted on August 30, 2009 at 05:00:02 am
Buthion-LemmingsOct. 10 is the date set for the wedding of Meghan Ellen Buthion, Oklahoma City, and Curtis Clarke Lemmings, Yukon. They are planning an outdoor wedding at a private home in Oklahoma City.Denise Buthion and Mr. and Mrs. Michel Buthion, all of Oklahoma City, are parents of the bride.Grandparents of the bride are Marilyn Stubbs, Oklahoma City, the late T.E. Stubbs, Suzanne Buthion ... - Popular business directory searches (The Edmond Sun)
posted on August 29, 2009 at 03:30:23 am
Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua L. Wheeler graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. - Community Briefs (Tulsa World)
posted on August 28, 2009 at 07:40:42 am
Reggie Ivey has been named interim director of the Tulsa City-County Health Department beginning Oct. 1. - Oklahomans on Team Senate win paintball division title in California meet (The Oklahoman)
posted on August 25, 2009 at 01:15:02 pm
It was the night before Robert Gay’s 13th birthday."I remember laying in bed scared out of my mind,” he recalls.The next day, Gay and his friends would stalk each other with guns, or as they’re also called, markers. He was the guest of honor at a paintball party arranged by his father. He had a blast.Today, Gay, 24, has scars over much of his body from a decade of being hit by thousands of ... - OSU-OKC scholarships to help future graduates (The Oklahoman)
posted on August 10, 2009 at 05:00:03 am
The Rodriguez family has changed allegiances.Maranda Rodriguez, 12, is one of the 30 Westwood Elementary School students who received scholarships to attend Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City. "We were very pleased. We were kind of stunned at first,” said Leon Rodriguez, Maranda’s father. "We’re big OU fans. But any college that gives my daughter a scholarship has a fan for life.”The ... - Speakers for Dream Act Campaign Kick-Off rally seek aid for more students (The Oklahoman)
posted on August 9, 2009 at 05:00:03 am
Parents and students filled the student center Saturday at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City for the Dream Act Campaign Kick-Off rally. The rally was led by the League of United Latin American Citizens.According to campaign literature, the act would "provide undocumented high school graduates with the legal means to work and attend college.” At present, financial aid is not available for ... - OSU-OKC students leave mark by erasing graffiti (The Oklahoman)
posted on July 5, 2009 at 05:00:03 am
A student at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City has created an organization aimed at removing graffiti from structures across the city. Juan Guerrero, 29, founded Establishing A Great Society after he noticed an increase in gang graffiti in some Oklahoma City neighborhoods. Society members have erased graffiti from houses, churches, businesses and parks once a week since February. "We see ... - Wind opportunities blowing into Oklahoma (The Oklahoman)
posted on July 3, 2009 at 05:00:02 am
SOME in Oklahoma put their finger to the wind and find ... opportunity. How great an opportunity is difficult to say.Last week a consultant whose firm has helped international wind energy companies expand said the potential for economic development is great, but Oklahoma communities need to do what is necessary to compete. That would include being able to offer incentives that get manufacturers’ ... - Regional Wind Energy Conference Garners Great Interest (Renewable Energy World)
posted on June 30, 2009 at 01:35:55 pm
The wind industry is hot. It's popular -- perhaps more popular than positively polled President Obama or the newly elected American Idol. It's the buzz of both energy-related and mainstream media; it's the source of great press about mandates, tax credits and other goodies that the government might bring to the table. It's the subject of bestselling books and well-attended conferences. - Shifts in oil industry move Oklahomans towards wind (The Oklahoman)
posted on June 30, 2009 at 06:00:03 am
Many Oklahomans who were well established in the petroleum industry have been forced to change course and embrace wind energy technology.Ken Stanberry, 44, of Edmond, was laid off in January. He seized the opportunity to change careers and study wind energy after a longtime interest in the subject was piqued at a conference in Chicago.Mary Jo Simpson was laid off a month after Stanberry. She ... - New directions (Tulsa World)
posted on June 29, 2009 at 07:39:33 am
Many Oklahomans who were well-established in the petroleum industry have been forced to change course and embrace wind energy technology. - EPS approves district improvement plan (The Enid News & Eagle)
posted on May 19, 2009 at 03:37:04 am
Enid Public Schools Board of Education approved a district improvement plan Monday for 2009 to 2014 that sets specific educational goals. Assistant Superintendent Ruth Ann Erdner, speaking at the board’s regular monthly meeting, said the district’s performance will be monitored annually. - Oklahoma campuses reach out to single parents (The Oklahoman)
posted on May 12, 2009 at 05:02:50 am
Single parents face many obstacles when returning to college, among them the need for child care and financial help.But completing a degree can transform a family, providing a better income and instilling educational values for generations, said Erin Taylor, coordinator of the Singles Mothers Academic Research Team, a state regents’ program.Taylor said many Oklahoma campuses are eager to help ... - UCO to go tobacco-free (The Oklahoman)
posted on May 7, 2009 at 05:01:33 am
EDMOND — University of Central Oklahoma will become tobacco-free July 1, 2010.The UCO Student Association approved the decision."Our student leadership has clearly stated that they believe it would be best for the campus community, including students, faculty and staff, and any visitors here, for the university to provide a healthy, tobacco-free environment,” UCO President Roger Webb said.The ... - 30,000 Oklahoma students set for college graduation (The Oklahoman)
posted on April 26, 2009 at 05:01:13 am
While the total number of degrees remains steady, more Oklahoma students are expected to earn master’s degrees at spring commencement exercises.About 4,225 students will earn master’s degrees, an 8 percent increase from last academic year, according to State Regents for Higher Education.In total, about 30,000 students are expected to graduate from state colleges and universities. Here’s a list ... - Row with the flow (Tulsa World)
posted on April 17, 2009 at 09:22:06 pm
Rowers will flood the Arkansas River during a friendly watersport competition on Saturday. The 18th annual Tulsa Route 66 Regatta on the Arkansas River will feature 200 rowers from Germany, Oklahoma, Colorado, Texas and Missouri. - Engagement: Rains-Burch (The Oklahoman)
posted on April 5, 2009 at 05:02:43 am
Rains-BurchErin Leigh Rains, Edmond, and Dwight Hugh Burch, Oklahoma City, plan to marry Oct. 3 at Crossings Community Church.Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Tim Rains, Oklahoma City.She received an associate’s degree from Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City.The groom’s parents are Dr. and Mrs. Hugh Burch, Oklahoma City.He attended Oklahoma State University. - At OSU-OKC, third semester may be free (The Oklahoman)
posted on April 4, 2009 at 05:01:52 am
The phrase "buy two get one free” is often associated with a clothing or shoe store advertising campaign, but Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City officials are applying that slogan to a new scholarship program.If students commit to the university for two semesters, they can attend their third semester for free by receiving a scholarship that will cover the cost of tuition, fees and ... - Green living highlighted at slated conference (The Shawnee News-Star)
posted on March 9, 2009 at 03:12:43 pm
How to live an eco-friendly life, reduce consumption, increase profits and preserve the environment locally and nationally will be among the many discussion topics at the eighth annual Oklahoma Sustainability Conference March 20-21.