OSU Foundation

Congratulations Lauren Seggerman, a scholar!

Lauren is committed to the care and well-being of animals. She serves on the medical care team for Tiny Paws Kitten Rescue and Operation Catnip Stillwater. She has been a volunteer at the Turning Point Therapeutic Riding Center, where she cared for horses used for therapy services. Lauren is the president of OSU College of Veterinary Medicine's American College of Veterinary Pathologists Club and a member of Student for One Health One Medicine.

To learn more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

Mark your calendar! for First-Gen Students is Sep. 17-18. At Oklahoma State University, 20 to 25 percent of students identify as first-generation. These students come from families where neither parent or guardian has a four-year college degree.

This campaign benefits first-generation Cowboys and Cowgirls through scholarships, peer mentor programs and resources, which will equip them for success and enrich their student experience. Your generosity can change a student’s life and strengthen the family!

Every gift to the campaign will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000 thanks to the generosity of the Paul M. Milburn Fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

To learn more about Cowboys United and to make an impact, visit OSUgiving.com/CowboysUnited.

We can't wait to see Oklahoma State University's campus filled with students in one week!

Go Pokes! 🧡

Kayman Ross is a 2024 scholar. Her is mental health awareness. She is a Pete’s Pet Posse Ruff Rider, experiencing how therapy animals can help increase the mental well-being for students and faculty. Kayman serves as volunteer leadership intern at the National Inventor’s Hall of Fame and a member of the 2024 Homecoming Steering Committee. She is a researcher in an organic chemistry laboratory and a member of Phi Mu Sorority and Pre-Dental Club.

Congratulations, Kayman!

To learn more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

DYK 20 to 25 % of Oklahoma State University students identify as first-generation? First-generation college students come from families where neither parent or guardian has a four-year college degree.

Don't miss the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of first-gen Cowboys and Cowgirls by becoming a digital ambassador for for First-Gen Students. During the campaign on Sept. 17 -18, digital ambassadors make an impact by inspiring friends and family to support the expansion of services and resources for first-gen students.

To learn more and to sign up to be a Cowboys United Digital Ambassador, visit https://bit.ly/4cwtmz4.

Join us in congratulating RachelKate Puckett, a 2024 scholar!

“Philanthropy is selfless acts of service dedicated to the betterment of others. For me, this goes beyond only financial contributions. It is a proactive investment of time, resources, and energy to effect positive change in my community,” RachelKate said.

RachelKate is deeply passionate about Into the Streets, a student-led organization focused on planning a large-scale day of community service each semester. RachelKate serves as the president of Into the Streets and a professional development executive of the Spears School of Business Student Council.

To read more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

Happy from the OSU Foundation! Interns are an integral part of our team and we are thankful for everything they do!

Learn about internship and job opportunities at the OSU Foundation at https://bit.ly/4bSgd26

BreAnna Peeper is a 2024 scholar. She is passionate about Wishes for Water, an OSU student-run nonprofit that raises money to drill boreholes at schools in rural Zimbabwe. She serves as the organization's director of brand promotions. BreAnna was active with the Emerging Leaders Alliance, a service project bringing awareness to the food pantries on campus. She was a member of the President’s Leadership Council and the Early Childhood Education Club.

Congratulations, BreAnna!

To learn more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

Thank you to the Carl and Marilynn Foundation for this transformation scholarship program that will change students’ lives! Learn more at https://okla.st/3yadfrV.

The Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation is excited to announce a new partnership between the Thoma Scholars Program and Oklahoma State University! 🎓

The OSU Thoma Scholars Program aims to empower exceptional young leaders in underserved rural areas, awarding life-changing scholarships to students in Northwest Oklahoma, West Texas, and Eastern New Mexico.

Each scholar will receive comprehensive support including financial aid, mentorship, and leadership training, helping them succeed long after obtaining their degrees.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more about the Thoma Scholars Program at Oklahoma State University and read the full release.

On , we challenge you to decode the OSU phrases in the emoji combinations. Share your answers with us in the comments! 🧡

Congratulations to Kirstien Minley, a 2024 scholar!

A first-generation physician and Muscogee Creek Nation citizen, Kirstien Minley’s passion for health equity is deeply rooted in her heritage. She believes that health equity lies at the heart of philanthropy.

“To me, philanthropy is hope personified. Philanthropy is a tangible manifestation of our commitment to a more just future and reflects our compassionate resolve to instigate change through kindness and generosity,” Kirstien said.

To read more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

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Join us in congratulating Lauren Haygood, a 2024 scholar!

Lauren’s is inspiring future geologists. Since 2021, Lauren has served as the president of the Geology Graduate Student Association. A published researcher, Lauren is the recipient of the 2023-2024 Devon Energy Graduate Fellowship and received the Outstanding Geoscience Award and Graduate Research Award in 2023.

“Philanthropy is building relationships with the people and communities we serve and encouraging others to join in,” Lauren said.

To read more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

Happy Independence Day from the OSU Foundation! 🇺🇸

Jacie Gray is a 2024 scholar. She is a member of the Stillwater Sister City Council, where she cultivates connections between OSU and Kameoka, Japan. Through this membership, she promotes warm receptions with students to OSU and represents the university in Kameoka. Fluent in Japanese, Jacie has served as an interpreter for a middle school delegation from Kameoka, taught English online to Japanese students and is president of the OSU Japanese Language Club.

Congratulations, Jacie!

To learn more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

Meet Emily Frantz, a 2024 scholar!

Emily’s study abroad trip to Cambodia ignited a passion for nonprofit organizations. She is the Learning Environments and Community Activation intern at United to Learn as well as an intern at the Wesley Foundation. Emily serves as the vice president of the Non-Profit Club and the vice president of the Spears School of Business Student Council.

To read more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

Support OSU Animal and Food Sciences! Now through June 30, a $50,000 matching gift opportunity is available from a generous supporter to increase the operating funds for the OSU Animal and Food Sciences Animal Units! Make a gift at https://okla.st/45xjKl0.

Join us as we grow the operational endowments for the Purebred Beef, Equine, Dairy, Sheep and Goat and Swine Centers. With your generosity, the units can continue a tradition of excellence for current and future Cowboys through teaching and hands-on training!

OSU recognizes as an important day in our nation’s history, commemorating emancipation from slavery in the United States.

The campus is closed today in observance of this holiday. We hope everyone in our has a great day!

Happy , Pistol Pete! For over 100 years, you have inspired the to live by the Cowboy Code. 🧡

Our heroes have always been Cowboys! 🤠

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads in our Cowboys family.

The OSU/A&M Board of Regents has unanimously voted to freeze tuition and mandatory fees for the third consecutive year at Oklahoma State University.

As a premier land-grant university, is committed to extending access to higher education and providing more opportunities for to earn degrees that will propel them forward into successful careers and fulfilling lives.

Read more: okla.st/4cDE1I7

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On this day 247 years ago, Congress created the U.S. national flag by commemorating Betsy Ross' creation of the Stars & Stripes.

A symbol of freedom, hope and opportunity. 🇺🇸

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📣 ICYMI: The Spring 2024 STATE is available! This issue is packed with stories of inspiration from the incredible work happening at Oklahoma State University and by the . Read the articles at https://bit.ly/3RnPt2d.

📚 Shaping Oklahoma Youth: OSU Child Development Lab celebrates 100 years of preparing children, educators for the world

⏳ Remembering Then, Embracing the Now: Looking back on Agricultural Hall on the cusp of New Frontiers’ grand opening

🎓 Impact Spotlight: Oklahoma State University Scholarships

🌱 Putting Down Roots: Horticulture Education Center celebrates grand opening at The Botanic Garden at OSU

🧡 Partnering with PhilanthroPete: OSU crowdfunding platform creates new possibilities for campus organizations, projects

Congratulations to 2024 scholar, Eddy Bagaruka!

Inspired by his mother’s determination, resiliency and compassion after becoming an orphan in Rwanda, Eddy Bagaruka developed an early commitment to philanthropy and service to others.

“Her actions speak volumes, igniting within me a passion for philanthropy and a commitment to making a positive impact, just as she has done throughout her extraordinary life. I am reminded that true philanthropy is not measured by wealth or status, but by the genuine impact one can make in the lives of others,” Eddy said.

To learn more about the scholars, visit https://bit.ly/39Q8LKP.

Thank you to this year's attendees and everyone who made the 2024 conference, AMPLIFY, a success! We hope you enjoy some of these captured moments from the three days in Stillwater filled with discussions and learning among friends and colleagues.

On Dec. 19, OSU celebrated the grand opening of the Horticulture Education Center, which was filled with more than 100 donors and friends of Oklahoma State University Agriculture. The Horticulture Education Center is the first new facility added to the three locations that will comprise the newly planned OSU Innovation Park. The Botanic Garden continues to advance OSU’s land grant mission through the pursuit of technology development and commercial partnerships within this new ecosystem.

To read more about the Horticulture Education Center, visit https://okla.st/4asE1KA

Meet Tori Austin. She is an Oklahoma State University scholar and was featured in the 2024 Spring STATE Impact Spotlight.

Going through the foster care system at an early age inspired Tori to pursue a degree in human development and family sciences. Her goal is to become a foster care worker and make a difference in the lives of children.

“I believe every child deserves to know that they are not alone in their struggles. I want to help change the system one kid at a time,” Tori said.

The support of scholarships has paved the way for Tori’s future. She is grateful for the generosity of donors.

To read more about Tori, visit https://okla.st/3y5AfrK.

Today we are excited to welcome our colleagues from across the to Stillwater for the 2024 , AMPLIFY! It will be three days filled with knowledge, ideas and support designed to help development professionals amplify their role while advancing their institution’s mission.

Welcome to Cowboy Country!