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Summer is right around the corner, meaning it is the perfect time to grow some fresh fruits and vegetables. OStateTV's Kelsey Briggs sat down with David Hillock, an associate extension specialist with consumer horticulture at Oklahoma State University, to discuss prepping a summer garden and the impacts from the extreme cold last February...
Oklahoma State University Department of Design, Housing and Merchandising students and faculty are researching personal protective equipment, or PPE. One researcher is focused on improving bunker gear for firefighters so they can be protected, comfortable, and able to move freely. OStateTV's Malley Jones has more...
The goal of Project Boom is to break the sound barrier with an unmanned aircraft. Project Boom started with two students, including one from Oklahoma State University. Project Boom now has collaborators all over the world. Chief engineer Johnathan Burgess sat down with OStateTV's Malley Jones to talk about the goals and progress of Project Boom...
From record breaking enrollment to record numbers in fundraising, it has been an incredible 13 years at OSU under the leadership of President Burns Hargis. Hargis will retire at the end of June, but his impact will be felt across campus for decades to come. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson sat down with Burns Hargis for one final interview to reflect on his time as President of Oklahoma State University...
Competitive video gaming is a booming industry. 97% of teenagers play video games, and 10% of high schools have Esports clubs. Studies show that high school students involved in Esports increase their GPA by 1.7 and their attendance by 10%. Oklahoma State University will be launching an Esports arena this year. OSU alumnus Bubba Gaeddert is the Executive Director of Varsity Esports . In this edition of the Inside OSU Podcast, Gaeddert spoke with Malley Jones about his role in bringing Esports to high schools and colleges around the country, and the impact that Esports can have on students…
Starting college is already tough, but imagine starting college without a family support system. That’s the reality for many foster children across the country. OStateTV’s Dallas Haggerty introduces us to “R is for Thursday”, which is designed to support foster youth and alumni both during and after college. Dallas sat down with Kerri Karney from the OSU College of Education and Human Sciences to find out more….
In March 2020, Oklahoma State University President Burns Hargis made the quick and unprecedented decision to transition to a virtual campus for the remainder of the spring semester to slow the spread of COVID-19. Faculty and staff quickly adjusted to allow for online learning, and spent the summer transforming campus to make it safe for students to return in the fall. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson spoke with six people in various departments at Oklahoma State to hear their firsthand accounts about the process of constructing a safe educational environment during a pandemic.
Interview subjects include:
Adriann Crawford, President of Student Union Activities Board Ken Eastman, Dean of the Spears School of Business Christie Hawkins, Associate Vice President and Director of Institutional Research and Analytics Pamela Stokes, Associate Director of Clinical Operations at University Health Services Ron Tarbutton, Chief Facilities Officer Chad Weiberg, Deputy Director of Athletics
This spring for the first time in over a year, OSU Stillwater’s commencement ceremonies will be an in person event. Graduates from the class of 2020 and 2021 will be able to walk across the stage to receive their diploma. There will be new protocols in place to keep everyone safe. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson sat down with Oklahoma State University Registrar Rita Peaster to get answers to all the questions surrounding May’s ceremonies…
Oklahoma State Wrestling recently won its 9th consecutive Big 12 Title. They have more NCAA Titles than any other sport in history. When it comes to winning, this team is unrivaled. OStateTV's, Meghan Robinson, sat down with Rex Holt, the radio voice of Cowboy wrestling, to explore this rich tradition within the program.
About 80% of our crops and one third of the food humans eat each day relies on honeybee pollination. However, there are pests that can infiltrate the hives and interrupt the bees pollination process. OStateTV's Meghan Robinson visits with senior entomology major, Zach Royko, to discuss his honeybee research and what he is doing to protect the bees from hive beetles.
It is the new home for Cowboy Baseball. The first pitch will be thrown in O’Brate Stadium on February 24, 2021. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson caught up with Cowboy baseball head coach Josh Holliday to discuss the new state of the art ballpark, to preview the upcoming season and to reflect on Holliday's family history with the OSU baseball team.
To see the new stadium and to meet the man who made it happen, watch "O'Brate Stadium: Make it Happen" at ostate.tv....
When it comes to dating, it can be a challenge to find that perfect match. One method that some people use to try to find the right person is online dating. OStateTV's Kelsey Briggs sat down with health education coordinator, Marissa Saenz, to talk about the history along with the perks and dangers of online dating...
Nearly 100 years later, the Tulsa Race Massacre still leaves many questions unanswered. Businesses, lives and a generation were lost on that tragic day in 1921. OStateTV’s Kelsey Briggs sat down with Dr. Brandy Thomas Wells via Zoom to learn more about this historical event…
Each spring, Oklahoma State hosts veterans from around the country for the Veterans Entrepreneurship Program (VEP). The program is designed to kickstart the business ventures of our military veterans. In the episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson speaks with Chad Mills from the Spears School of Business. Mills has been involved with VEP since 2014 and shares personal stories of his time with the program and also how they are making this year’s virtual event special for the delegates.
In this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson speaks with career consultant, Breanna Gallagher. Gallagher provides insight on salary negotiations, questions to ask during an interview and tips on how to make your application stand out.
Just nine months after the United States essentially shutdown to combat the coronavirus, two vaccines began being distributed nationwide. On this edition of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson speaks with Dr. Jennifer Rudd. Rudd’s research focuses on respiratory infectious disease. They discuss the development of the COVID vaccine, its efficacy, and the impact it will have on herd immunity.
Oklahoma State University is hosting a series of events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. OStateTV’s Malley Jones sat down with Dr. Leon McClinton, chair of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Planning committee, to learn about the celebrations and how you can get involved…
It’s time for those New Year’s resolutions. If being healthier is a top priority, Oklahoma State has plenty of resources to help. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson spoke with Employee Wellness Coordinator, Scarlett Ruppert, for tips on how achieve your health and wellness goals for the new year…
On December 25, 1890, it was announced that a university would be established in Payne County. Since then, Oklahoma State has gone from a small, rural school to having five campuses with six colleges and countless career paths ranging from architecture to hospitality. OSU started with fewer than 100 students based primarily in the county and has grown to 25,000 students from all over the world. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson sits down with the head of OSU archives, David Peters, to learn more about the history of the university.
Bill Hancock has managed high profile NCAA events such as the Final Four, the BCS and the College Football Playoff. But his biggest challenge was the loss of his son, Will Hancock, in the plane crash that killed Will and nine other members of the OSU family on January 27, 2001. In an interview recorded in 2016, Bill Hancock sat down with Burns Hargis to discuss his book “Riding with the Blue Moth”, which describes his journey through dealing with the grief of losing his son…
Due to COVID-19, more students could be staying in Stillwater over winter break than in past years. OStateTV's Malley Jones sat down with OSU’s Director of Housing and Residential Life, Dr. Leon McClinton, to find out which services will be open or available on campus until classes resume in January.
The spring 2021 semester at Oklahoma State University is scheduled to start on January 19, 2021. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson sat down with Dr. Jeanette Mendez, Vice Provost of Academic Affairs, and Dr. Doug Hallenbeck, Vice President of Student Affairs, to find out what you can expect for the spring semester….
Thanksgiving is going to look different this year, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t fun and creative ways to celebrate. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson called in Andrea Graves and Ravi Jadeja, experts from the Robert M. Kerr Food and Agriculture Products Center, for all the tips and tricks for a safe and healthy holiday....
Oklahoma State has resources for anyone who is going through emotional stress. Coordinator of the Student Counseling Center, Joseph Dunnigan sits down with OState TV's Malley Jones to talk about the resources available at OSU, tips on self-care and staying healthy, and how to help friends who may be struggling…
This December, Oklahoma State University will hold its first ever virtual commencement. OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson sat down with OSU Registrar Rita Peaster to answer your questions about the Class of 2020 Commencement ceremonies….
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Pokes Palooza will be held instead of OSU’s traditional Homecoming celebration. OStateTV’s Kelsey Briggs sat down with Homecoming Executive Director Clarissa Ratzlaff to find out more….
Each year, freshman in Oklahoma State University fraternities and sororities show off their singing and dancing in Freshman Follies. Due to COVID-19, Freshman Follies is being postponed this year, and instead OSU Fraternity and Sorority Affairs will be presenting a virtual show called the Greek Showdown. OStateTV's Malley Jones has more on what you can expect during the Greek Showdown...
As the election approaches, you might find yourself going to the internet to research the candidates and issues. But how do you figure out what information is true and not true? OStateTV’s Meghan Robinson speaks with Dr. Matt Motta, an assistant professor of political science at Oklahoma State University. Motta researches American politics and public opinion. He tells us how you can tell the difference between online information that’s true and false…
: For college students, the voting process can be confusing, especially for students from out of state. Knowing where, when and how to properly submit your vote is crucial. Our guest this week is Joseph Anthony, a visiting professor in the Department of Political Science at Oklahoma State University. Anthony explains what college students need to know to have their vote counted in this year’s election…
Oklahoma State University Army and Air Force ROTC provides scholarship opportunities, as well as academic, leadership and physical training opportunities for students. OStateTV’s Kelsey Briggs has the answers to frequently asked questions about ROTC.
Oklahoma State University’s Department of Theatre will have performances this fall, and they will be available to the public. OStateTV’s Malley Jones sat down with David Kersnar, the head of theatre at OSU. They discuss how the OSU theatre department has stepped back in time to develop their approach to the fall 2020 season…
It was nearly a year ago when the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University opened to the public with performances by the New York Philharmonic. In March, the inaugural season was paused due to COVID-19. In this Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV’s Kelsey Briggs sits down with Mark Blakeman, the Marilynn and Carl Thoma Executive Director of The McKnight Center. Blakeman gives a status update for the 2020-2021 season and discusses the impact that COVID-19 has had on the arts….
Robert Ballard has combined his skills in oceanography, geology and archeology for groundbreaking underwater research. His findings include the remains of the RMS Titanic and John F. Kennedy’s PT-109. Ballard sat down with OSU President Burns Hargis in early 2013 to discuss his research….
Oklahoma State University’s Unmanned System Research Institute has a new research lab. OSU President Burns Hargis takes us to EXCELSIOR, where cutting edge research related to the environment, ecology, weather, climate change and national security is being performed….
Oklahoma State University is America’s Healthiest Campus. OSU’s Colvin Recreation Center is working to provide a safe exercise environment for students and staff. On this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV's Malley Jones talks with OSU's Chief Wellness Officer, Todd Misener, about adjustments at the Colvin due to COVID-19, and how you can stay fit this fall…
Oklahoma State University has over 500 organizations students can become involved in! These organizations provide unique opportunities and can connect students with people that have shared interests. On this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV's Malley Jones talks with the Director of Leadership and Campus Life, Dr. John Mark Day, about how students can get involved, even when social distancing...
The new school year will begin soon and it’s time to start the move-in process! On this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV's Julia Benbrook talks with Dr. Leon McClinton who serves as the Director of Housing and Residential Life. Dr. McClinton discusses how OSU has prepared residential housing for the new academic year, COVID testing requirements for incoming students, and what you can expect on move-in day….
Narrative theory examines the stories that people tell. Dr. Skye Cooley, Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University’s School of Media & Strategic Communications researches narrative theory and how the stories people tell give us a better understanding of their perspectives on the world. Cooley sat down with Dr. Kenneth Sewell, OSU’s Vice President of Research, to discuss narrative theory. This interview was recorded in February at a Research on Tap event, held at Iron Monk Brewery in Stillwater….
You can apply now to be one of the first members of the class of 2025! OStateTV's Julia Benbrook speaks with the Vice President of Enrollment and Brand Management, Kyle Wray, and incoming student Ava Olmedo about how applying early can give you more access to opportunities on campus and scholarships.
Dr. Andrew Hanzilcek is a specialist in small animal internal medicine at Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Hanzilcek talked with OStateTV's Robyn Hearn and describes what minimally invasive procedures look like for animals, and the benefits of these procedures in comparison to traditional surgeries.
This is the final installment in a series of podcasts detailing the Cowboys Coming Back Plan for the fall 2020 semester. Dr. Jeanette Mendez, who serves as the Vice Provost in the Division of Academic Affairs, talks with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook about adjustments to classrooms, class times and academic policies...
This is the second in a series three podcasts detailing the Cowboys Coming Back Plan for the fall 2020 semester. Oklahoma State University Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Doug Hallenbeck, talks with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook about the changes students will see on campus. He details the move-in day process, the strict cleaning and sanitation procedures, campus dining operations and modifications being made at the Colvin Recreation Center…
This is the first of three podcasts detailing the Cowboys Coming Back Plan for the fall 2020 semester. Chris Barlow who serves as the Senior Director for University Health, Counseling & Accessibility Services talks with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook about the new safety measures that will be put into practice due to COVID-19. He’s also talking about what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms and how do deal with mental health during the pandemic.
Former Walt Disney World Vice President Dan Cockerell worked at “The Most Magical Place on Earth” for more than 26 years. Dan now uses the knowledge he gained at Disney to help others through his consulting business and his upcoming book “How is the Culture in Your Kingdom?” which is scheduled to hit shelves on August 11th. Dan sat down with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook to discuss the importance of working with a good team, how Disney helped him meet the love of his life and why some details are crucial to success. Dan was the featured speaker at the Spears School of Business Executive Management Briefings and the Tulsa Business Forums in February 2020....
Rob McInturf has begun his tenure as the 15th president of the Oklahoma State University Alumni Association. On this edition of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV's Julia Benbrook talks with Rob about his extensive background in alumni relations, how he and his family are adjusting to the move and how a trip to an OSU football game convinced him he wanted to be a member of the Cowboy Family. Rob also details his goals for the Alumni Association's future.
OSU Medicine President, Dr. Kayse Shrum serves as the Secretary of Science and Innovation for the state of Oklahoma and served as a member of Oklahoma’s COVID-19 Solution Task Force. On this edition of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook speaks with Dr. Shrum about the importance of testing, the phased reopening of the state and how Oklahoma State University played a pivotal role in the state’s pandemic response. This podcast was recorded on June 10, 2020 and information reflects that time frame.
The Oklahoma State family lost a legend when hall of fame basketball coach Eddie Sutton died on May 23, 2020. On this edition of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook speaks with former Cowboy Basketball star Joey Graham. Graham’s time at OSU included a Final 4 appearance in 2004 and a Sweet 16 appearance in 2005. Graham talks about what it was like playing for the legendary coach.
The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts is getting ready for season 2! Mark Blakeman, the Marilynn and Carl Thoma Executive Director, is preparing to keep audiences safe and entertained. He speaks with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook about the 2020-2021 season and how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the music industry.
Dr. Thomas Coon serves as the Dean of the Ferguson College of Agriculture and the Vice President of Agricultural programs. Dr. Coon speaks with SUNUP’s Lyndall Stout about how the agricultural industry has been impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic, how the county extension offices have worked to provide online programming and how OSU students are adapting to online learning…
Kaitlyn Kirksey, Oklahoma State University Student Government Association President, reflects on her year leading the SGA. She speaks with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook about the accomplishments she’s most proud of and about leading during the COVID-19 pandemic..
Students and professors are both adjusting to the online learning environment. The transition to online classes happened quickly and successfully thanks to help from OSU’s Institute of Teaching and Learning Excellence. The director of ITLE and assistant provost, Dr. Christine Ormsbee, joins OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook to discuss how students can maximize their learning potential in the online learning environment.
Although the student union doors are shut right now, the staff at the OSU Student Counseling Center is still working to help people in any way they can.
Joseph Dunnigan serves as the coordinator and he’s talking with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook on this episode of the Inside OSU podcast. Joseph explains what you can do to manage mental health issues during the pandemic, gives tips on how to adjust to living at home again and tells us what to do if there is an emergency.
You can dial 855-CALLSAM if you need immediate assistance.
Is the Office of Undergraduate Admissions open and are they still processing applications? Will Junior Day for high school juniors still take place? What if your family’s financial outlook has changed during the COVID-19 pandemic? Oklahoma State University Vice President of Enrollment and Brand Management, Kyle Wray, is answering your admissions questions on this episode of the Inside OSU podcast with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook.
Oklahoma State University Career Services is here to help you during this unprecedented time. OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook spoke with the Assistant Director of Student Relations, Lindsay Vallaster, and the Associate Director of Employee Relations, Philip Goodwin. In this podcast, find out about what the job market looks like right now, how to stay relevant as a candidate and what OSU Career Services can do to help upcoming graduates and OSU alumni...
In an interview recorded in 2011, Jack Welch gives advice to college students preparing to enter the business world. Welch, who was the former Chairman and CEO of GE, passed away on March 1, 2020.
Daymond John is a fashion industry pioneer, a shark on the four-time Emmy Award-winning ABC show shark Tank, a New York Times best-selling author, branding consultant and motivational speaker. OStateTV's Julia Benbrook talks to him about his journey to success and why it’s important to keep swimming.
With Super Tuesday approaching, we decided to go to the Inside OSU archives. Our guest is Chris Wallace from Fox News Sunday. In this interview from November 2017, Wallace discusses moderating the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, and what it’s like to produce a political show in the Trump era….
Dr. Julie Angle, associate professor in the School of Teaching, Learning and Educational Sciences, discusses how STEM education is changing and the need for a a scientifically literate populace.
Aerospace research engineers at Oklahoma State are attempting to set the world record for the highest a kite has ever flown.
Our guests are Dr. Jamey Jacob, Director of Unmanned Systems Research Institute, and Kathleen McNamara, an Aerospace Research Engineer. They will discuss their research and how the kite is being used to generate energy on this edition of Inside OSU.
The Preservation Hall Jazz Band brought the sounds of New Orleans to Stillwater, Oklahoma with a performance at the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts.
Creative Director, Ben Jaffe, spoke with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook about how his family founded the band and how jazz brings people from all backgrounds together.
Our guest is Dr. Danielle Dugat, professor of small animal surgery. Dugat discusses the impacts of disk disease in dogs, and details a procedure developed at Oklahoma State to help eliminate future disk problems in dogs who have already suffered from herniated disks.
Dr. Mark Perry, assistant professor of ethnomusicology and historical musicology, discusses how the music and dance of Spain has impacted daily life there...
Harold Fields and Keith McGlamery were traveling through the deep south when the word came out that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated. In this podcast, Fields and McGlamery sit down with Burns Hargis to describe their trip taken during a tumultuous time in United States history…
Physiological Sciences professor Dr. Michael Davis discusses his research into the metabolic secrets of fatigue resistance in sled dogs. Through cutting-edge biomedical research in one of the most remote and inhospitable environments in the world, Davis and his team use data from sled dogs to help understand how we can improve our own endurance...
Shawn Powers is the Chief Strategy Officer for the United States Agency for Global Media. In this week’s Inside OSU Podcast, Dr. Powers discusses how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, can impact the field of public diplomacy….
Burns Hargis sits down with Oklahoma State University Athletic Director Mike Holder. They discuss college football, what traits Holder looks for in his coaches, the opening of O’Brate Stadium and the future of OSU athletics…
Dr. Liesel Ritchie, Associate Professor in Sociology, discusses her research on how communities cope with disasters and why resilience matters.
Winston Churchill was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during a turbulent time. His leadership, along with an unconventional alliance with Joseph Stalin and Franklin Roosevelt, led Britain and the Allies to victory in World War II.
Celia Sandys is Winston Churchill’s granddaughter. She’s also an author who has written many books about the late Prime Minister. Sandys recently spoke at OSU’s McKnight Center for the Performing Arts and provided an inside look at one of the great names in world history.
Jonathan Mildenhall, the former chief marketing executive of Airbnb, helped create “a world where anyone can belong anywhere.” Jonathan was named one of the world’s most influential CMO’s by Forbes magazine in 2017. He sat down with OStateTV’s Julia Benbrook to discuss the purposeful branding that brought Airbnb to the top of its market.
Ted Gilman, the Executive Director of the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, is an expert in East Asian international relations. Dr. Randy Kluver sat down with Gilman to discuss the ever-changing geopolitics in East Asia and to get his perspective on the possible outcomes for the region and the world.
Chemical engineering professor Dr. Heather Fahlenkamp discusses producing artificial tissue for organs and developing artificial immune systems for medical research models. The goal is to create an artificial pancreas and lungs as well as an allergy model to test treatments for diseases and allergies without risking human health.
This week is Homecoming on the Oklahoma State University campus. OStateTV’s Robyn Hearn visits with Blaire Atkinson, president of the OSU Alumni Association; and Caleb Eyster, the Homecoming Executive Director, to discuss the events planned for “America’s Greatest Homecoming Celebration.”
The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts is opening this week with weekend performances by the New York Philharmonic. OStateTV's Julia Benbrook sat down with Mark Blakeman, the Marilynn and Carl Thoma Executive Director of the McKnight Center to discuss opening weekend and the upcoming season. They also discussed the design of the building, and the impact the center will have on the state of Oklahoma, the city of Stillwater, and the students at Oklahoma State University.
Saddle up Cowboys, it's time for the rodeo! The OSU Cowboy Stampede Rodeo is this month. OStateTV's Robyn Hearn sits down with OSU Rodeo Team Coach Cody Hollingsworth and team member Kenna McNeill to learn more about preparing to be in the rodeo....
Today's university library takes the learning experience to a new level through the use of state-of-the-art technology. OStateTV's Robyn Hearn takes us to the Edmon Low Library to find out about the programs that the library offers to enhance student learning, including a new initiative aimed at reducing textbook costs for students...
OStateTV’s Robyn Hearn sits down with Chad Blew, Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid at Oklahoma State University. They discuss the FAFSA, and common questions regarding the financial aid process….
Measuring soil moisture is critical for farmers, firefighters, even gardeners. Dr. Tyson Ochsner, professor in Plant and Soil Sciences, discusses new ways to measure soil moisture, including the use of cosmic rays.
This podcast was recorded at Research on Tap. Research on Tap is held on the third Monday at every month at Stillwater's Iron Monk Brewery. The public is invited to hear presentations from leading researchers at Oklahoma State University....
Housing, dining, health, wellness and career services are all part of the mission of the Division of Student Affairs. Burns Hargis sits down with Vice President of Student Affairs, Dr. Doug Hallenbeck, to discuss how life outside the classroom impacts students' performance inside the classroom. In the interview, Hallenbeck provides advice to students and their parents on steps they can take to make the university experience a success.
Our guest this week is Dr. Kayse Shrum, President of the OSU Center for Health Sciences. Dr. Shrum discusses addiction research, legal settlements, and the establishment of the OSU Center for Wellness and Recovery. You can read more about how Oklahoma State University is working to fight opioid addiction in the fall 2019 issue of STATE Magazine ...
OStateTV’s Robyn Hearn sat down with Oklahoma State University President Burns Hargis to discuss the major initiatives planned for the OSU campus during the 2019-2020 school year…
Burns Hargis speaks with Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. In this interview recorded in 2011, Blair discusses how he got into politics, the War on Terror and talks about his experience playing in a band….
The heated 2016 presidential election changed the way many U.S. citizens, as well as citizens and leaders of other countries, view American democracy. Why does it matter how other countries view American democracy? How did social media play a role in the 2016 election? What is the future of "fake news" as technology advances? OState TV's Molly Sughroue talks with the Dean of the Oklahoma State University School of Global Studies and Partnerships, Dr. Randy Kluver, and Assistant Professor Dr. Skye Cooley, to answer these questions and more highlighted in their recently published book, Global Media and Strategic Narratives in a Contested Democracy. ...
School starts soon. For many, this means leaving home and moving onto campus. OStateTV’s Molly Sughroue sat down with Dr. Leon McClinton, Director of Housing and Residential Life, to find out what students and parents need to know while preparing for move-in day, and for life in a residential hall or campus apartment or suite….
There are simple steps you can take to make your campus experience a safe one. OStateTV's Molly Sughroue talks with campus Police Chief Leon Jones and Captain Colt Chandler at the Oklahoma State Police Department to answer questions and concerns regarding campus safety.
What is it like when you join a sorority or fraternity? What is the time commitment? What are the advantages of joining? OStateTV's Molly Sughroue sat down with members and leaders in Oklahoma State's Greek Life system to find out...
Apple brought the personal computer into homes in the 1970s, and to our phones in the 2000s. It is now the world's largest information technology company and was the first company in the United States to obtain a market value of 1 trillion dollars. Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak sat down with Burns Hargis to talk about the creation of the first PC, the beginning of Apple and the future of artificial intelligence...
Researchers have been making strides in the field of neuropathology traumatic brain injury. Neuropathologist Bennett Omalu sits down with Burns Hargis to discuss his research on brain damage in American football players, the anatomy of the brain and he discovered chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Omalu and his research are featured in the movie "Concussion" with Will Smith...
Stillwater might be known as a college town, but there is so much to do outside of school and studying. OStateTV's Molly Sughroue sits down with John Mark Day, the director of Campus Life and Leadership at Oklahoma State University, as well as members of the Visit Stillwater Tourist Center Christy Morrison and Nicole Horn, to discuss things to do in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Oklahoma State Alumnus Tim DuBois is a well-known writer, record executive, producer and manager. He earned two accounting degrees during his time at OSU, which have translated directly into his successful music career. DuBois sat down with Burns Hargis to discuss the challenges of the music industry and how his background in business was the key to his success.
Jeff Henderson is a celebrity chef, a New York Times best-selling author and the star of his own TV show. Henderson taught himself how to cook while serving time in federal prison. Burns Hargis sat down with Chef Jeff to discuss Henderson’s path from the very bottom to the very top.
Understanding the ongoing conflict in the middle east is complicated. Differences in ideologies have resulted in wars and impact the entire world. Rami Khouri is a journalist who has spent 50-years working in the middle east. Burns Hargis sat down with Khouri to get his perspective on the conflicts in that region.
OStateTV's Robyn Hearn sat down with celebrity model Tyra Banks. In the interview, Banks discusses being the first African-American to be featured on the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition, and the first female to be on the cover of GQ. She also discusses the importance of being a role model.
Oklahoma State University President Burns Hargis sits down with Frank Abagnale, Jr. Abagnale was a doctor, a lawyer and a pilot, all before the age of 21. He was sent to prison for fraud. Abagnale is now an expert in cybersecurity and fraud. His life story was depicted in Steven Spielberg's "Catch Me If You Can"...
OSU Alumnus Brett McMurphy has been a sports journalist for over three decades, working for outlets such as the Associated Press and ESPN. McMurphy talks about covering college athletics, using social media to break big stories, and his time at Oklahoma State.
The Oklahoma State University Men’s Golf team will be taking the first step in defending their NCAA National Championship by heading to the NCAA Regionals in Louisville, KY this weekend. Burns Hargis went to Karsten Creek to talk with Coach Alan Bratton and junior Viktor Hovland. Hovland recently made history as the first Norwegian to play at the Masters and won low amateur status.
In 2018, Harvey Pratt's design for a memorial honoring Native American veterans was chosen by the Smithsonian. OStateTV's Emily Bjorklund, featuring Molly Sughroue, talked with him about not only the memorial design, but his artwork and extensive career as a forensic artist for OSBI.
The Oklahoma State Department of Theatre will be presenting “Oklahoma!”. Go inside the production with Megan Barth Argo. Argo teaches at the Greenwood School of Music and is also music director for “Oklahoma!”.
This episode of Inside OSU is a joint production of the Oklahoma State University College of Arts & Sciences and OStateTV.
OStateTV’s Emily Bjorklund talks with Ilda Hershey, OSU’s Sustainability Coordinator, to learn about recycling and other sustainability efforts on campus.
Oklahoma State University President Burns Hargis and OStateTV’s Emily Bjorklund introduce us to the ENDEAVOR Lab. Part of the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology, this 72,000-square-foot building boasts state-of-the-art technology with a design that provides an immersive learning experience, inviting collaboration and cross-pollination among disciplines.
On this episode of the Inside OSU Podcast, OStateTV's Emily Bjorklund sits down with Dr. Bob Blackburn, the executive director of the Oklahoma Historical Society. In a recent presentation at OSU, Blackburn talked about the history behind Oklahoma's all black towns, as well as the work he's done to preserve African and Native American culture.
OSU’s Success in Undergraduate MathematicS, or SUMS, initiative has been remarkably effective in helping students pass their entry-level math courses. Jeanette Mendez, interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, interviews Chris Francisco, head of the Department of Mathematics, about the program’s accomplishments since its initiation in 2012.
This week's episode of the Inside OSU podcast focuses on R is for Thursday. This network was created from Dr. Kerri Kearney's research at Oklahoma State over former foster students and their experiences in higher education. She, along with Dr. Kathryn Gage and Rebecca Hayes, sat down with OStateTV's Emily Bjorklund to discuss the program, as well as how the research is impacting universities outside of Oklahoma.
OStateTV's Emily Bjorklund talks with Rodney Barnes, an award-winning Hollywood screenwriter who came to Stillwater to discuss the role of race in popular culture. Dr. Lawrence Ware, the director for Africana Studies, was responsible for bringing Barnes to Stillwater, and spoke about the impact Barnes has.
Oklahoma State University President Burns Hargis sits down with Glen Howard, President of the Jamestown Foundation. Howard, an OSU alumnus discusses the complicated relationship between the United States and Russia.
OSU President Burns Hargis sits down with Executive Director Mark Blakeman and Artistic Director Anne-Marie McDermott as they give an update on the McKnight Center for Performing Arts.
The Right Honourable Henry McLeish speaks with OSU School of Global Studies and Partnerships Dean Randy Kluver about Brexit. McLeish began his political career in the early 1970s, working his way through the ranks of both local and regional government before being elected to the United Kingdom Parliament in 1987, where he worked under former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. McLeish was instrumental in shaping Scotland’s first Parliament in almost 300 years. He became the First Minister of Scotland in 2000, where he implemented the country’s social and economic policies, lead official international government missions, and took responsibility for Scotland’s emerging role on the European and world stage.
OSU President Burns Hargis visits with Dr. Earl Mitchell and recent OSU graduate Jordan Knight who were both honored at the Oklahoma State University Diversity Hall of Fame.
OSU President Burns Hargis visits with Robert Smith, a correspondent for NPR's Planet Money