VitaFerm Sure Champ Offers Internship Opportunities

Saint Joseph, MO — Sure Champ has a strong commitment to youth in agriculture. With the success of last year’s inaugural internship program Sure Champ will be growing their program to offer two internship positions for Summer 2012.

Sure Champ is offering incoming college juniors and seniors an opportunity to gain experience in the marketing, development and sales of a show feed supplement. Two internships will be offered – public relations/sales internship and sales internship.

Applicants must be enrolled in an agriculture-related major, be able to work individually and in a team environment, have excellent communication skills, understand the show livestock industry, possess a strong work ethic and have prior internship or work experience in agricultural related fields. The public relation/sales internship will also require strong writing, editing and design skills. Experience in social media, photography and video would be of benefit.

The internships will be based out of St. Joseph, Mo., with travel to major livestock junior nationals. The internships will begin June 1 and conclude Aug. 3.

Applications must be postmarked Feb. 29, 2012. To apply please send resume, cover letter, internship of choice, and two references to Crystal Young, BioZyme Inc., 6010 Stockyards Expressway, Saint Joseph, MO 64504 or crystal@biozymeinc.com. If applying for the public relations/sales internship please also include two writing samples.

BioZyme Inc. serves the agriculture industry as an innovator in the fields of animal nutrition and microbiology. In the business for more than 50 years, the company offers a complete line of high density, highly available vitamin, mineral, trace mineral and protein supplements for animals. With headquarters in St. Joseph, Mo., the company reaches a global market with customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, South America Europe and the Middle East.

Opening Minds-Creating Futures

Are you a student interested in science?
Do you think it would be exciting to work side-by-side with a real research scientist for 8 weeks this summer?
Does it excite you even more that you will be paid and housing with be paid if you qualify?

If you answered yes to the questions above, you should apply for the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundations's (OMRF) Fleming Scholar Program. Application deadline is February 1. If you would like to apply but do NOT have prior science, laboratory, research experience or formal education, you can still apply! 

What are the requirements?

1) Submit application packets by Feb. 1

2) Possess a strong enthusiasm for science

3) High school seniors, or college freshmen, sophomores and juniors

4) Graduates or soon-to-be graduates from an Oklahoma high school

You can find additional information about this program and a link to the application at http://omrf.org/fleming.

Good luck and happy researching! 

CASNR Scholarship and Award Applications Now Available!

Students who will be continuing their education next year with the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources are urged to apply for a scholarship offered by CASNR. Annually, CASNR will award over $1 million in scholarships to incoming and current students. You can fill out the application ONLINE by visiting http://casnr.okstate.edu/current-students/scholarships-and-aid/casnr-on-line-scholarship-application. Deadline is January 15.

Also, two different award applications are now ready for you to view and apply. Any CASNR student who will be graduating in the Fall 2011, Spring 2012, or Summer 2012 semesters may fill out the CASNR Outstanding Senior & Dean Fred LeCrone Leadership Award application. Also, sophomores who have completed their first year at CASNR can apply for the Browning Outstanding Freshmen Award. You can find more information about these awards plus applications by visiting http://casnr.okstate.edu/current-students/award-applications. Deadline is February 1 to turn these applications in to 136 Ag Hall.

If you have any questions, please contact Mary Ellen Givens at 405.744.5395. Good luck!!

Scholarship Money for Greek Life!

CASNR Students-

Are you in Greek Life? Then you should apply for this $700 Hazing Awareness Scholarship only offered to students who are Greek. More information about these scholarship opportunities can be found by clicking on this website: http://www.collegegreekbooks.com/cashaward.html. Up to 7 students will be selected to receive one of these scholarships. Good luck!

Scholar Development Information Session Next Week!!!!

The OSU Office of Scholar Development and Recognition will be conducting an information session on Wentz Research Projects/Scholarships next Thursday, Nov. 3, at 4:00 PM in Willard Hall lounge area. Everyone is encouraged to attend.  If you have any questions, please visit the Scholar Development Office in 334 Student Union.

  

Hazing Awareness Scholarship

CASNR students, there is another scholarship opportunity for you. The Hazing Awareness Scholarship is awarded every month. Applications are due in by the 6^th of every month.

Please go to http://www.okstate.edu/finaid/scholarships/non_osu/hazings.html to find out more and to apply.

Certified Angus Beef to offer $20,000 in scholarships!

Are you a college junior, senior, or graduate student? Are you interested in the beef industry? Well then don't pass up on this opportunity for scholarships (yes, plural) offered by Certified Angus Beef. CAB is currently accepting applications through Dec. 2 to award scholarships to 5 individuals in the amount of $5,000, $4,000, $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000. Applicants will be selected based on involvement, scholastic achievement, communication skills, and reference letters.

In addition, this year CAB is offering a new scholarship opportunity for graduate students who are completing research that relates to high-quality beef production. One individual will be awarded a scholarship for $5,000.

You still have time to complete the application. Good luck students! More information can be found here: http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-news/20000-in-beef-scholarships-132344683.html?ref=683

Meat Judging Team Places at the American Royal

During their trip to Omaha, Neb., the 2011 Meat Judging Team placed 3rd overall and 1st in pork judging. The team also placed 2nd in placings, 3rd in beef judging & reasons, and 5th in pork judging. Individual results are as followed:

McKenzie Clifton: HIGH Individual; 1st-pork judging and reasons; 2nd-placings and beef judging
Katie Powers: 3rd-pork judging
Eldon Campbell: 2nd-specifications; 4th-placings
Kassie Winn: 5th-pork judging

Additional Meat Judging team members: Jessica Baggerman, Ashley Bradbeary, Ashley Collins, Ashley Hollis, and Jenna O'Daniel.

Oklahoma State's meat judging team will judge at the Cargill contest in Plainview, Texas, next week. The team is coached by Gretchen Hilton. Congrats, Oklahoma State!

Totusek Award

One of our own students grabbed the high-individual overall award at the annual Oklahoma State Block and Bridle Contest this past Thursday. Tyler White, animal science student, also received the Totusek Award during this time. Over 100 potential animal science students from 7 different junior colleges and high schools attended this year's event. The Block and Bridle contest also featured animals from the purebred livestock herds. Congratulations, Tyler!

National Scholarship Deadlines Coming Soon!

Applications for the following prestigious awards are now available in 334 Student Union or at scholardevelopment.okstate.edu

Truman Scholarship
For juniors with career plans in public service.
Deadline--10/28/11

Goldwater Scholarship
For sophomores or juniors majoring in mathematics, engineering, or natural sciences.
Deadline--10/28/11

Udall Scholarship

For sophomores or juniors with career interest in environmental public policy, or Native American students with career interests in health care or tribal public policy.

Deadline--11/4/11

Madison Scholarship

For seniors planning on teaching history, political science, or government.

Deadline--11/12/11

If you have any questions please call (405) 744-7313, stop by 334 Student Union, or visit with Jeremy Bennett in 103 AGH.

Weyerhaeuser Interviews – Moved to Wednesday, November 2nd

Representatives from Weyerhaeuser will be on campus to recruit CASNR students on November 1^st and November 2^nd for their summer internship opportunities.  The representatives will host a meeting with the OSU Forestry Club on Tuesday evening, November 1^st, and will interview students for two different internship opportunities on Wednesday, November 2^nd.  Opportunities are of relevance to students studying Natural Resource Ecology & Management, Horticulture, Plant & Soil Sciences, and Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering.  Full position descriptions for these opportunities are pasted at the end of this message.  Students interested in interviewing for these opportunities should bring a professional copy of their résumé to the CASNR Student Success Center, 103 Ag Hall, and sign up for an interview time.  Interviews will be conducted on Wednesday, November 2nd, in the Student Success Center board room, 103 Ag Hall.

Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources Neck Ties Now Available

Are you in need of a new tie to wear to your upcoming campus leadership interview or job/internship interviews?  What better way to professionally express your pride in being a CASNR student than to wear a CASNR neck tie!  The CASNR Career Liaisons are selling official CASNR neck ties to raise funds to support the professional development activities of both their group and other CASNR students.  Ties are 100% woven silk and include the Division logo (see picture below).  Ties are available for purchase in the CASNR Student Success Center, 103 Ag Hall, for $25 each, and the supply is limited.  Make a great, polished impression on your next interview and purchase one today!

Lead Your Life with Confidence and Balance

Wednesday, October 12th

6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Wes Watkins Center, Auditorium (Room 110)

Join the CASNR Student Success Center in welcoming Mr. Mark Black to the OSU-Stillwater campus.  Mark Black is a heart and double-lung transplant recipient, 3-time marathoner, speaker and author who has used his truly unique story and powerful life lessons to inspire more than 45,000 people across North America to live life with passion and purpose.  See http://markblackspeaks.com/ for more information and a preview of Mr. Black’s story.

Wichita Externship during Fall Break – Application Deadline, Friday October 7th

Each semester CASNR Career Services plans group externship experiences for CASNR students to assist them with learning about the background and real world practices of agricultural and natural resources-related businesses, with exploring career opportunities, and with developing their professional networks.  Organizations provide:

·         An overview of their organization,

·         An understanding of potential internship and/or fulltime career options/opportunities,

·         A perspective of how various functions and specific positions within an organization connect and collaborate to accomplish the businesses’ mission, and

·         Any additional “real world” words of wisdom or recommendations of benefit to college students planning to pursue a variety of careers in the agriculture and natural resources fields.

CASNR Career Services will be taking three vans of students to Wichita, Kansas on Friday, October 14^th, to visit Koch Industries (http://www.kochind.com/), CNH (http://www.cnh.com/Pages/home.aspx), and Cargill, Inc. (http://www.cargill.com/).  Students interested in participating in the trip should submit a professional résumé and a brief (250 words maximum) statement of why they would like to attend to the CASNR Student Success Center, 103 Ag Hall, before 5:00 p.m. on this Friday, October 7th.  Selected students will be notified via e-mail before noon on Monday, October 10^th.

Are you unsure about your résumé?

Bring a copy of your résumé by the Student Success Center (103 Ag Hall) Wednesday, September 14 from 4:00-8:00 pm for CASNR’s Résumé Critique Night. The Career Liaisons will be on hand to offer tips for creating a marketable résumé, to proof read your résumé, and to answer any questions that you may have.

Remember that Career Fair is next Wednesday, September 21, from 12:30-4:30 pm at the Wes Watkins Exhibit Hall. You will need to bring multiple copies of your résumé with you so take advantage of this opportunity to ensure your résumé is the best is can possibly be! We look forward to seeing you Wednesday, here in the SSC!

Visit our facebook page, Oklahoma State College of Ag Sciences and Natural Resources, for additional tips in preparing for the Career Fair.

Dinner with 5 Cowboys

Have you ever been curious what College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources alumni do? Have you ever thought it would be a good networking opportunity if you had the chance to meet one of our alums? Well, you're in luck! YOU can sit down to dinner with one of our very own alums on Wednesday, September 14, at 6 p.m., and answer some of these questions plus some of your own.

Dinner with Five Cowboys is a new networking opportunity made to you by CASNR Career Services to help make connections and bridge the gap between students and alumni. Five CASNR students will be selected to have dinner with an alum who has agreed to participate in this event. Learn about their career paths, life lessons and OSU/CASNR experiences. We currently have 2 opportunities available to you!

John Cothren-General Manager, Grissoms LLC John Deere (Wednesday, September 14)
Robyn Sites-Rudisill-Director of Leadership Development, Tyson Foods, Inc.  (Friday, September 30)

To be selected as one of the five Cowboys who will participate in this dinner, you must fill out an application and return it to the Student Success Center, 103 Ag Hall. You can visit this link to access the application-http://bit.ly/r4ZE7Z.

Students who wish to participate in the first Dinner with Five Cowboys can turn in their application by Tuesday, September 7, in the CASNR Student Success Center. Please contact our office at 405.744.9464 or in person if you have any question. Good luck and happy networking!
 

Freshmen Days in the SSC

Are you a freshman in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources? Make a visit to the Student Success Center (103 Ag Hall) on Thursday, September 1, or Friday, September 2, to get to know our staff and student leaders! Also learn about the services offered by the Student Success Center and how our office can be of support to you during your first year of college.

Another advantage of joining us for Freshmen Days in the SSC, is the opportunity to get a free CASNR spirit T-shirt! The first 25 CASNR freshmen who arrive in our office will receive one of these shirts completely FREE! These shirts are brand new; be one of the first to have one!

The Student Success Center is located in the big glass office in the Ag Hall lobby in 103 Ag Hall. Office hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. You may also contact our office by calling 405.744.9464. We look forward to seeing all of our new students soon!

Welcome, Dr. Porter!

During the past summer, the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Academic Programs have undergone some changes in regards to staff. Dr. David Porter, Plant and Soil Sciences Department Head, has stepped into the Interim Associate Dean position for the College.

Dr. Porter is a native of Tulsa, Okla. He served four years in the United States Marine Corps before starting his college education at the University of the Philippines at Los Baños. After two years at UPLB, he transferred to OSU and received a B.S. degree in agronomy in 1981, and an M.S. degree in agronomy in 1983. He then worked as a Rice Agronomist for Ring Around Products in south Texas prior to attending Texas Tech University, where he received a Ph.D. in agronomy in 1990. Dr. Porter joined OSU as Department Head of Plant and Soil Sciences in 2007 after serving 17 years with the USDA Agricultural Research Service.

Please take time this semester and stop by 136 Ag Hall to meet Dr. Porter. He is looking forward to meeting all of you. 

GRE- Test and Timeline Changes

Are you looking to go to graduate school? More than likely, admission requirements will include a GRE test. However, with a new test and new timeline, you should take note of the changes that are happening very quickly.

Timeline:
August 1, 2011, will mark the beginning of the new GRE test. This means that you will receive your first scores starting in mid-November. In Early December, normal score reporting resumes.

What to expect on the new GRE:
-Adapts only after a set of 20 questions has been answered.
-4 hour completion time
-2 essays, 2 math sections, and 2 verbal sections will be scored
-Question Types: Verbal-Text Completion, Sentence Equivalence; Math-same question types with additional answer formats (numeric entry and "select all that are correct:)
-Onscreen calculator available
-May move freely within a section and review answered once you've answered them

For a complete look at how the new GRE differs from the current GRE, please visit www.KaplanGRE.com/newtest. Good luck!

Outstanding Seniors and Freshmen!

We all know of people who have gone above and beyond any expectations set for the general population.  And let's face it, the hardest time to go beyond expectations is your first and last years of  college.  The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources named their Outstanding Seniors and Freshman last week at the CASNR banquet.  Listed below are those who received this prestigious honor.  If you see any of these fellow students, please offer a congratulations their way, as they have worked extremely hard to receive this award!

Outstanding Seniors:
Jeremy Bennett
Stephanie Bowen
Sarah Fry
Sarah Oppel
Paula Smithheisler
Paul Barbour
Karolyn Bolay
Megan Bryant
Conner Ferguson
Gretchen Frost
Ryan Ramseyer
Johnna Rushin
Lindy Wiggins

Outstanding Freshmen:
Clairissa Craige

In need of $$$ for Summer 2011 Internship??

Henry Bellmon Leadership - Internship Program

The Henry Bellmon Leadership Intern Program provides financial assistance for full-time Oklahoma State University undergraduates who will be completing government internships in Washington, D.C. or at a state or federal agency in Oklahoma for the Summer of 2011.  

Eligibility

Full-time OSU undergraduates who have accepted an internship in Washington D.C. or at state or federal levels of government in Oklahoma for the Summer of 2011.

Applicants must have completed at least 12 hours at OSU prior to application and preference will be given to upperclassmen.

Awards

$500 to $1,500 – based on internship location & need.  

Use of Funds

Awards may be used for housing, travel and living expenses. 

Funds are intended to help defray the costs associated with completing an internship rather than funding an internship in its entirety.

Selection Criteria

Students will be selected based on academic record, campus involvement, demonstration of character, values and work ethic as well as financial need as illustrated through a 500 – 700 word written essay and letters of recommendation.  The focus of the essay should demonstrate the above selection criteria as well as how this internship fits with your career goals.  Finalists may be interviewed.

Application Deadline

Completed applications are due 5pm Thursday, April 14, 2011. 

Submit Application to:

Missy Dennis

A&S Career Services

213 Life Sciences East

Oklahoma State University

Stillwater, OK  74074-3016

Application Available in 103 Ag Hall

Questions

Contact Missy Dennis in the Arts & Sciences Career Services office 213 LSE

Phone: 405-744-1189 or via e-mail at missy.dennis@okstate.edu

Graduating Students, Come Celebrate With Us!

Graduating students-You've worked hard for this day and we want to help you celebrate! The annual College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources New Graduate Celebration will be held on Monday, April 25, from 4-5 p.m. in 103 Ag Hall. Representatives from the CASNR Alumni Board, OSU and CASNR Career Services, OSU Alumni Association, and OSU POSSE will also be available to share with you different services and privileges you can get now that you will be an official OSU ALUM! Also stop by at this come-and-go event to enter in a drawing for some great door prizes. In addition, you can pick up a free special gift from the staff of CASNR Academic Programs. We also encourage you to use this time to take the New Graduate Survey, which will be made available in the CASNR Student Success Center. For all general graduation information, check out the OSU commencement website. Thank you for your service to our college and we wish you the best of luck in the future!

From Harper County? Need money for college??

If you are from Harper Country, a U.S. citizen, and majoring in agriculture than you are eligible for the $500 Max Barth Ag Scholarship. Applicants must either be a 2011 high school senior or a current college sophomore, junior, or senior.

To apply send a one page résumé that includes your agriculture involvement, goals, and future plans explaining why you chose agriculture by May 2, 2001 to:

Harper County Conservation District

Board of Directors

Attention: Barth Scholarship

Box 353

Buffalo, OK 7334

Résumés can also be faxed to (580) 735-2536 or emailed to harperccd@conservation.ok.gov.

Who is Max Barth, Jr., you may be wondering. He was a passionate man who believed in conservation and supported conservation youth activities. Mr. Barth Jr. served on the Harper County Conservation District Board from 1974-2005 and was an avid supporter of the Land Judging Contest and Resource Awareness Scholarships for Teachers. Mr. Barth Jr. was known in his community for sponsoring teachers and students out of his own pocket to ensure everyone had an opportunity to attend conservation events. To honor Mr. Barth, Jr. the Harper County Conservation District has developed the Max Barth Scholarship. Giving back to the Harper County community is exactly what Mr. Barth Jr. dedicated much of his life towards and this scholarship will continue to do just that.

Earn money for academic excellence!

Ag Workers Mutual Auto Insurance is offering $500 for the Academic Excellence Award they sponsor each year. They will present the winning student with a check during the Fall 2011 semester. Want to know how to apply?

• Submit a completed application
• Submit a current resume
• Submit a current transcript (unofficial)
• A letter of recommendation from a faculty member, written on official school letterhead, signed and sealed in a school envelope; and
• A 500 word essay written by the applicant that completes the statement:
• After I graduate from college, I will...

To be eligible for this award, you must:

• Be an undergraduate attending an accredited college or university;
• Major in an agriculture, natural resources, human sciences, or related program;
• Have completed 60 credit hours, but not have graduated before September 15, 2011;
• Have achieved at least a 3.0 overall GPA;
• Be enrolled as a full time undergraduate student for the 2011 Fall Semester; and
• Have demonstrated campus leadership and involvement.

Deadline for this award is May 1, 2011. You can find the application and more information on this award by clicking here. Good luck!

Mark Black to OSU – March 2nd

Mark Black is an exceptional motivation to say the least. And OSU has the unique opportunity to hear him speak Tuesday, March 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Wes Watkins auditorium. In case you are not familiar with this name, here is a little bit about him:

By the age of one, Mark Black had already survived two open heart surgeries and luckily went on to live 22 healthy years. That was until he was told by doctors that he not only was in need of a new heart but he also required a double lung transplant. Over the next year, his health quickly deteriorated and Mr. Black was hospitalized for round the clock care. After beginning to think he was living his last days, he received the transplants that he needed to save his life—a new heart and new set of lungs.

Since his transplant Mr. Black has dedicated his life to sharing his miraculous story with others through authoring a book entitled Live Life through the Heart, serving as a guest speaker and life coach across North America, and has had the opportunity to inspire well over 45,000 people. Mr. Black now lives in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada with his wife and daughter.

Who would have thought a man, not expected to live to his 25^th birthday would go on to lead a healthy and happy life and complete 3 marathons?? Incredible!

Check out Mark Black’s website for additional information:

http://www.markblackspeaks.com/___home___

To read the thoughts of Mr. Black himself, I highly recommend reading his blog:

http://inspirationfromtheheart.blogspot.com/

Select Training

For those of you who are interested in becoming a Student Success Leader for CASNR, it is not too late!  The second training workshop will be Thursday February 17, 2011 at 5:30 at the Stillwater Community Center located on 8th St. and Duck St.  Information on this workshop can be found in the Student Success Center located in 103 Ag Hall.  The workshop will be a mix and mingle with a reception style atmosphere, along with great food!  If you are interested in becoming a CASNR Ambassador, Career Liasion, or F.I.T. S.A.M., please attend this session and show the College your willingness to serve!  This opportunity opens doors to many networking events, along with being a great resume builder and overall fun time!  So please join us and learn about the opportunity you have to serve as a leader in the great College we all love!

Join BOB...

OSU Parking and Transit Services are looking to hire a CASNR student.  The job description is as follows:  drive a transit bus on campus, city streets, and state highways to safely transport University Students, Personnel, and the general public on fixed scheduled bus routes and local charter services.  One year experience as a driver and/or driving a bus or like vehicle is required.  Starting salary is $9.50/hour.  To apply, please visit the Parking and Transit Services office.    

We want you!

Each spring the Student Success Center selects a new group of Student Success Leaders.  CASNR is looking for talented students to serve the college and its student body.  If you enjoy being a positive influence on others; enjoying interacting with students and faculty; and you have ability to take initiative, problem solve and make decisions we want you to apply to be a 2011-2012 Student Success Leader.  Applications are available online at casnr.com.  
The first SeLeCT (Student Leader Candidate Training) workshop is February 5, 2011 at 9 a.m. in Ag Hall 101.  This workshop is mandatory and will cover important topics for Student Success Leaders to know if selected. However, if you are unable to attend the first SeLeCT workshop please stop by the SSC before Saturday and talk to Amy or CassiDe!

Want to be published?

For the first time, The Office of Scholar Development and Recognition along with the Office of the Vice President of Research and Technology Transfer are asking for your papers in the new academic journal, Oklahoma State University Journal of Undergraduate Research (OSUJUR).

Please review their criteria and more about OSUJUR:

"OSUJUR welcomes the submission of manuscripts from all academic disciplines.  Only primary research conducted as an undergraduate under the direction of an OSU faculty member should be submitted for review; literature reviews, summaries of other research or articles written beyond the undergraduate level are not accepted.

OSUJUR maintains a blind review process that aims to protect the scholastic value of academic research by verifying the content and methodological validity of all submissions.  OSUJUR does not retain copyright over published material and allows alternative publication in professional periodicals.

Students with papers selected for publication will receive a scholarship in recognition of their contribution to their field and will be acknowledged at the Scholar Recognition Reception in the spring."

Next step: Submit your article. Here is how.

Interested in research? Also, more money!

Wentz Research Project Awards

Deadline: February 15, 2011

Wentz Research Projects ($4,500) are an opportunity for undergraduates to design and conduct research under the supervision of a faculty mentor and are awarded for two semesters of an academic year (fall and spring). No extensions are promised nor will any preferred treatment be given for those wishing to continue their projects into a second year. Only one project per year, per student, is allowed, and mentors may not supervise more than two projects at a time.

The research project description, conceived and written by the student in a style readily understandable to scholars from all disciplines, must explain clearly the purpose, research plan, and expected results. The description must convince the award committee that this is student research rather than a task assigned by a faculty mentor to support his/her ongoing work. Selected applicants could be interviewed following a first screening to determine the origin of the ideas and plans for completing the project. 

Students chosen for an award must arrange with their professors to receive two hours of academic credit for the project during the spring semester of the year of the project award. All participants must submit a progress report during the first semester in order for the second semester stipend to be approved. They must also display the results of their work at a spring program and turn in a final report at the end of the semester. Participants must enroll in at least twelve hours of residence credit and report to their mentors during the first week of the fall semester, or the award will be rescinded.

A faculty panel will determine which proposals are to be funded, based on the quality of the student’s proposal and the student’s interaction with a supportive faculty mentor. The amount of the stipend has been set to include supplies or expenses. Upon acceptance of the award, the student and mentor will be asked to designate whether the full $4,500 should be credited to the student or $500 withheld and processed later through a department account for expenses. 

Wentz Research Projects awards are limited to OSU students (Stillwater or Tulsa) officially listed as undergraduates at the time of application and for the duration of the project year (those classified as graduate students, in 3-2 programs, or in Veterinary Medicine are not eligible). Applicants must have a minimum 3.00 GPA and have completed at least 12 in residence hours at OSU.

Scholars in all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Applicants may choose topics from areas not related to their major, if they wish, and some of our best projects have been this type of study. Students winning awards will receive information concerning Institutional Review Board guidelines and research orientation with their offer letter.

Want more information? Click here.

Wentz Scholarships

Deadline: March 4, 2011

The Lew Wentz Foundation and OSU provide support for the nationally recognized Wentz Scholarships for undergraduates. Each year, $2,750 one-year scholarships are given to approximately 50 undergraduate student scholars. 

The Wentz Scholarships recognize OSU's best undergraduates for their academic work and activities in support of the campus and community. Wentz Scholarships are for two semesters of an academic year (fall and spring). This is a yearly award; no extensions are promised nor will any preferred treatment be given for those wishing to continue their activities into a second year. Only one Wentz Scholarship per year, per student, is allowed. 

Applicants are required to submit a 500-word essay on the following topic: Describe your most significant accomplishment as a leader at OSU and a public service project you can envision that would benefit our campus or community, if implemented.  Applicants must also submit a one-page summary of their activities and honors at OSU.

Wentz Scholarships are limited to students officially listed as undergraduates at the time of application and for the duration of the academic year (students classified as graduate students, in 3-2 programs, or in Veterinary Medicine are not eligible).  Applicants must have a minimum 3.00 GPA at the time of application and for the duration of the award and have completed at least 12 in residence hours at OSU.  Recipients of full funding from OSHRE Academic Scholars Program are not eligible, but institutional nominees are.

Want more information? Click here.

Wentz Non-Traditional Student Scholarships

Deadline: March 4, 2011

The Lew Wentz Foundation and OSU are proud to recognize the financial needs of many students at OSU, including those with special experiences and challenges to overcome. Therefore, the Wentz Foundation, in conjunction with University Academic Services, sponsors up to $1,500 scholarships for those who qualify as a result of persistence and good work that predict future success.

The Wentz Non-Traditional Scholarship is for students who have had a break in their academic career at OSU and/or experienced unique personal and academic challenges. They should also demonstrate financial need. Applicants must submit a 600-800 word personal essay describing their educational and personal background and their career objectives. Details relevant to the award should be included and a description of how this award would help you achieve your educational and career goals.

The awards are made for an academic year and are deposited in the student's bursar account to be used for the purchase of textbooks, supplies and other school related expenses. The amount of the award will be prorated by full-time/part-time status (e.g., 12+ hours = $750 per semester, 6-11 hours = $375 per semester).

Applicants must be 21 or older at the time of application and have earned a minimum of 12 college-level credit hours with a 2.5 cumulative graduation/retention GPA. A minimum semester GPA must be maintained for the duration of the award.  Students must demonstrate financial need through Financial Aid documentation and have experienced a break in the academic career and/or experienced unique personal and academic challenges.

Want more information? Click here.

Money, Money, Money!

Are you looking for ways to help pay your way through college? “Agriculture Future of America (AFA) supports academic development through partnerships with rural communities, agriculture organizations and colleges and universities. AFA offers financial support to students who plan to pursue a four year degree in an agriculture related field.” AFA currently has 3 different scholarship opportunities available to students.

 AFA Leader and Academic Scholarships

Deadline: April 3, 2011

Award details and eligibility criteria:

-Awards vary from community partner to nationally available scholarships

-All scholarships include leader development award to attend the AFA Leaders Conference (November 3-6, 2011 in Kansas City, MO) which is required to receive full academic scholarship

-Academic scholarship may be used for tuition and fees.

-Scholarship recipients will be selected on the basis of career vision and goal, leader and community involvement, and financial need.

-Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

National Association of Farm Broadcasters Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: May 28, 2011

2 scholarships from the NAFB Foundation ($4,000 each)

Glenn Kummerow Memorial Scholarship ($5,000)

Recognized at the National NAFB Convention with an expense-paid trip to attend the conference.

Award details and eligibility criteria:

-Applicants must be a junior, senior, or graduate student prior to application deadline. Applicants must be enrolled in or transferring to an agricultural communications curriculum with concentration and/or application in broadcast media (this may include Internet/on-line media distribution). Graduate student pursuing studies in agricultural broadcast media communications may also apply.

-Successful completion of application and all supplemental materials.

-Provide 3 letters of reference (academic, personal and leadership references).

-Remain in “good standing” with school for the duration of semesters scholarship is to be awarded.

-Provide Agriculture Future of America with a billing statement per semester scholarship is to be paid.

William J. Collins AgriBank Scholarship

Deadline: March 15, 2011

Awarded to graduating high school seniors who are children of AgriBank district employees.

Award details and eligibility criteria:

- Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

-Student must be enrolling in a four-year agriculture-related degree program or have expressed intent to complete a four-year degree in the United States.

- Academic scholarship may be used for tuition and fees.

- Scholarship recipients will be selected on the basis of career vision and goal, leader and community involvement, and financial need.

-Applicant must provide 3 letters of reference, under same or separate cover, that recognize the applicant’s personal, academic or leadership character. Letters should be received by the application deadline.

If you would like more information about these scholarships, please visit the AFA Scholarship Website.

And the award goes to ...

Outstanding! The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University know we have many students who fit in this category and we want to recognize them and all they do for our college, campus, and community. The Browning Outstanding Freshman Award is given to a current sophomore who displayed an enormous amount of character, leadership and integrity during their freshman year at OSU. The Outstanding Seniors and Dean Fred LeCrone Leadership Awards are given to current CASNR seniors for their service during their collegiate career.

Recipients of these awards will be recognized at the annual CASNR Banquet on April 1. However, the deadline is closing in to turn your application in for these awards. You can find the application here. Please have your application turned in to Mary Ellen Givens by 5 p.m. in 136 Ag Hall. Good luck and thank you for all you have done!

Career Fair—2 WEEKS AND COUNTING

WHEN? Tuesday, February 8, 2001

WHERE? Wes Watkins Center

TIME? 12:30-4:30 pm

WHO? All students seeking employment, internships, experience, or networking opportunities

WHAT DO I BRING? Your résumé

**Stop by 103 Ag Hall and have your résumé looked over by our staff. We’ll assist with proof reading, finagling wording, and answer any formatting questions. Make sure your résumé is up to date and markets your abilities! Stop by NOW.

WHAT DO I WEAR? Professional business attire

For a complete listing of this semester’s career fair employer participants visit: http://dasnr5.dasnr.okstate.edu/Fair/recruitment_listing2.php?event=641

Free Money with No Game Show Limits!!

So, we all want to win Who Wants to be a Millionaire or even the lottery to get some extra spending cash.  Sure the fame and luck will be more exciting, but free money comes in the form of scholarships.  The Farm Credit Scholarship is now available for CASNR students.  There will be five $1,000 scholarships given out to selected recipients from the application pool.  The due date for these applications is April 1, 2011 and can be turned into the front desk of 103 Ag Hall.  Hard copies of the scholarship application can be found in 103 Ag Hall and the online version can be found on the right side of this blog under scholarships.

New Year, New You!

With the beginning of a new semester, new year's resolutions are always promised.  Whether it's to lose that Freshman 15 that has turned into the Sophmore 30, or to attend class more frequently, every student on campus has new goals set for the rest of the year.  With these new goals, some events you might want to make a goal of attending are coming up.  Also included are some dates that will prove vital to your pocketbook and resume.

CAREER FAIR!!!- For those who have procrastinated, or just refused during the fall to face the fact that you are graduating in May, there is the CASNR career fair on Feb. 8 at the Wes Watkins Center.  Employers will be there to discuss job opportunities as well as internship opportunities within their business.  This is a very beneficial opportunity for all CASNR students to make connections and network within the agricultural industry.

SCHOLARSHIPS!!! - Current students, your scholarship deadline for returning students is January 15.  This is right around the corner, so applications need to be submitted!!  Prospective students should have their applications in by February 1.  Current students can follow the link listed below to find information about scholarships for returning CASNR students.
http://casnr.okstate.edu/current-students/scholarships-and-aid/casnr-undergraduates

STUDENT SUCCESS LEADER APPLICATIONS!!!- The Student Success Leaders (SSLs) are student volunteers that represent the college through peer mentoring and education.  If you would like to be a CASNR Ambassador, Career Liaison, or F.I.T. SAM, please come by the SSC 103 Ag Hall and pick up a form.  The application will be available February 1, and is due March 1.

OUTSTANDING AWARDS!!! - Applications are being accepted for Outstanding Freshman and Senior Awards, as well as th eDean Fred LeCrone Leadership Award.  These applications are due by Feb 1 and should be turned in to Ag Hall Rm 136.  The link is listed below.
http://casnr.okstate.edu/current-students/award-applications