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State Tipoffs Involving Oklahoma Newsletter for 2024-12-18 ( 16 items )  
360 Broadband Connects Previously Unreachable Locations, Gains Market Share With Tarana NgFWA (10)
MILPITAS, California, Dec. 18 -- Tarana Wireless Inc., a next-generation fixed wireless access, issued the following news: Durant, Oklahoma and Milpitas, California -- December 17, 2024 -- 360 Broadband, a seasoned internet service provider covering three southern states, and Tarana, creator of next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technology, today shared a progress update on their ngFWA-powered broadband network in Oklahoma. Now just nine months into deployment, 360 Broadband has conn more PR

A Guitar, A Heritage, A Legacy: OSU history professor publishes book, co-curates Bob Dylan Center exhibition about Jesse Ed Davis (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: After years of research, writing and collaboration, Oklahoma State University Department of History professor Douglas Miller finally saw the fruits of his labor unveiled this fall with the publication of his book, "Washita Love Child: The Rise of Indigenous Rock Star Jesse Ed Davis" and the opening of the "Jesse Ed Davis: Natural Anthem" exhibition at The Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa. Both Miller's book and his  more PR

Birdfeeders are a fun teaching tool for all ages (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: School is out for the holidays, but children can still learn interesting information outside of the classroom with birdfeeders that attract birds to the landscape and give children an up-close look at feathered friends. Birdfeeders not only provide educational opportunities but also give birds a food source. "Birds are fascinating to watch in their natural habitat," said David Hillock, Oklahoma State Univers more PR

Chickasaw Nation: Naval Aviator Honored by His Command, Completes Commercial Airline Training (10)
ADA, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Naval aviator Lieutenant (Lt.) Cameron Baxter was recently honored for obtaining 1,020 flight hours in 2.5 years, all while training nearly 600 future military aviators. Few instructors fly so many hours in such little time. In August, Lt. Baxter was presented with a Navy and Marine Corps commendation medal for his accomplishment. It was bestowed to him for significan more PR

In memoriam: Wolter 'Wolt' J. Fabrycky, John L. Lawrence professor emeritus, industrial and systems engineering (10)
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Dec. 17 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Wolter "Wolt" J. Fabrycky, an esteemed researcher, professor, and pioneer in the field of systems engineering, passed away in Blacksburg on Nov. 6. He was 91 years old. Fabrycky graduated from Wichita State University with a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering in 1957 and went on to earn a master's degree in 1958 from the University of Arkansas. In 1962, he earned his Ph.D. from Oklahoma State University, where  more PR

Keepers of the Flame Storytellers Charged With Sustaining Chickasaw Essence (10)
ADA, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Chickasaws value storytelling and use it to preserve and share the vibrant culture. Morals, values, spirituality and the importance of Chickasaw history and culture are among the many aspects passed through the generations by storytellers. "Oral storytelling and history connect us with our ancestors and the past, reminding us of the many trials and triumphs that the  more PR

McCasland Foundation Gives $10 Million for New OU Residence Halls (10)
NORMAN, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: The University of Oklahoma has received a transformative $10 million gift from the McCasland Foundation to support the construction of two new first-year residence halls on the former Adams Center site. In honor of this gift, the north hall will be named McCasland Hall. "The McCasland Foundation has been an incredible partner to OU for generations," said OU President Joseph Harroz Jr. "From the McCasland more PR

Okla. Gov. Stitt Announces Aaron Morris as New Chief Financial Officer, Thanks John Laws for His Service (10)
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Dec. 18 -- Gov. Kevin Stitt, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news on Dec. 17, 2024: Governor Kevin Stitt announced Aaron Morris as the new chief financial officer (CFO) for the State of Oklahoma. Morris brings more than 20 years of public service experience, including serving as chief financial officer for the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) since 2018. "Aaron has a proven track record of strong financial leadership and strategic vision," said Governor Stitt. "H more PR

Okla. Gov. Stitt Visits South Korea, Meets With Critical Mineral Companies (10)
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Dec. 18 -- Gov. Kevin Stitt, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news on Dec. 17, 2024: Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt visited South Korea on an energy and manufacturing focused trade mission. He met with Korean officials, business leaders in the energy and manufacturing sectors and the U.S. Ambassador to South Korea, Phillip Goldberg. "I've visited with ambassadors from nearly 70 countries, and they all express the same concern. They need affordable, reliable energy. Okla more PR

OSU-COM offers path to medicine for five brothers (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: For nearly 15 years, one of five brothers from the Khattab family has attended classes, studied for tests, practiced clinical skills or went through rotations as a medical student at OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine. That era came to an end in May 2024 when the youngest brother, Dr. Abdul Khattab, walked across the graduation stage and became the next physician in his family. "I have wanted to be a physic more PR

OSU-COM students make impact on Latinx youth with Schweitzer Fellowship (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Carleen Perez and Madison Tytanic are using their life experiences to support Latinx youth in Tulsa. Perez and Tytanic, second-year medical students at Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, are a part of The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship 2024-25 Tulsa cohort. Tulsa's Albert Schweitzer Fellowship is one of 13 program sites in the United States. The fellowship aims to develop graduates who  more PR

OSU-COM Students Make Impact on Latinx Youth With Schweitzer Fellowship (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 18 (TNSres) -- Oklahoma State University's Center for Health Sciences issued the following news: Carleen Perez and Madison Tytanic are using their life experiences to support Latinx youth in Tulsa. Perez and Tytanic, second-year medical students at Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, are a part of The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship 2024-25 Tulsa cohort. Tulsa's Albert Schweitzer Fellowship is one of 13 program sites in the United States. The fel more PR

OSUIT celebrates over 200 workforce-ready graduates at 230th commencement ceremony (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology's 230th graduation ceremony recognized over 200 graduates, ready to launch their careers and elevate Oklahoma's workforce. The commencement took place on Dec. 13 in Covelle Hall. Keynote speaker Joseph Hebert, the 2023-24 Regents Distinguished Award winner, shared an inspiring message about his journey from a high school dropout to a respected academic and in more PR

Smith named College of Professional Studies Orange Gown graduate following near 30-year break (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: After a nearly 30-year break, Dallas Smith not only completed his bachelor's degree, but also graduated with the top honor in his college. Smith, the chief investigator for the Office of the Federal Public Defender in the Northen District of Oklahoma, walked the stage as the Fall 2024 Orange Gown Graduate for the OSU College of Professional Studies this weekend. Each spring and fall, one graduate from each o more PR

Strengthening rural Oklahoma: HPNRI-supported Extension fitness program empowers older adults (10)
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 17 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: As people age, they face natural declines in muscle strength and bone density, increasing the risk of falls, loss of independence and reduced quality of life. But research shows that just eight weeks of resistance training can reverse these effects, empowering older adults to gain strength, build self-confidence and enjoy a better quality of life. To implement research-based solutions, Dr. Steve Ball at the  more PR

University of Oklahoma: McCasland Foundation Gives $10 Million for New OU Residence Halls (10)
NORMAN, Oklahoma, Dec. 18 (TNSres) -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: The University of Oklahoma has received a transformative $10 million gift from the McCasland Foundation to support the construction of two new first-year residence halls on the former Adams Center site. In honor of this gift, the north hall will be named McCasland Hall. "The McCasland Foundation has been an incredible partner to OU for generations," said OU President Joseph Harroz Jr. "From the  more PR