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December 28, 2022 AG/News The Elk City News - 3 Ag faculty win OSU Convocation awards By Gail Ellis Award was presented to Cyn- ty who have shown unusually ods of assessment of student tional recognition for out- Karen Smith — Robert M. da Clary, associate dean of the significant achievement in the learning, and demonstration standing academic advising by Kerr Food and Agricultural STILLWATER- A group of fac- Ferguson College of Agricul- instruction of students for an of a commitment to fostering faculty and staff. Products Center — finalist ulty, staff and administrators ture, for her mentorship and extended number of years. the academic success of online John Michael Riley — Depart- Melissa Dunn — Department from Oklahoma State Univer- encouragement of others to Awardees receive a $2,000 per- students. The award includes a ment of agricultural economics of natural resource ecology and sity Agriculture were among reach their fullest potential. manent stipend. $2,000 stipend. Also this fall, three individuals management — finalist the winners announced earlier Brett Carver, a regents profes- Danielle Bellmer — Depart- E, Bailey Norwood — Depart- from OSU Agriculture received OSU Agriculture is dedicated this month at a special Univer- sor and wheat geneticist in the ment of biosystems and agri- ment of agricultural economics the OSU Staff Distinguished sity Awards Convocation cere- department of plant and soil cultural engineering Newly Appointed Chair and Service Award. The award rec- to improving the quality of life mony on campus. sciences, was awarded the Emi- Career Champion Award Professorship Holders ognizes the recipients’ hard of Oklahomans through sci- OSU President Kayse Shrum nent Faculty Award for his con- This award recognizes a fac- Wyatt Hoback—Neustadt-Sar- work, dedication and contribu- ence-based information and and OSU Provost Jeanette tributions to instruction and ulty or staff member who has keys Distinguished Professor- tions to the overall success of education. It is comprised of Mendez recognized award re- service, namely for his work championed career develop- ship the university. the Ferguson College of Agri- cipients in 23 different catego- in wheat variety development ment and readiness by encour- Tyson Ochsner — Warth Dis- Jana Moore — Department culture and two state agencies: ries. with the OSU Wheat Improve- aging, fostering and promot- tinguished Professorship in of biosystems and agricultural OSU Ag Research and OSU Ex- “[ am extremely proud of our ment Team. ing opportunities for students. Agronomy engineering — second place tension. faculty and staff who received ‘The following individuals from Karen Hickman — Environ- Yong Cheng — Sirny Memorial awards during this year's Uni- OSU Agriculture were also mental science undergraduate Professorship Fellow in Agri- versity Awards Convocation,” honored at the event. program cultural Biochemistry said Thomas G. Coon, vice Newly Appointed Regents Pro- Dr. Howard J. Ship Jr. Inclu- Award for Academic Excellence president and dean of OSU Ag- fessors in Academic Program Assess- sive Excellence Staff Award riculture. “Nominated by their ‘This honorary title is awarded ‘This award is presented annu- ment MISDEMEANORS peers, these award winners go to faculty judged by peers to ally to a staff member who ex- This award, with a $500 sti- State of Okla vs Michael Rubio Possession of CS above and beyond what is ex- have made outstanding con- emplifies extraordinary service pend, recognizes academic pro- State of Okla vs Tiffany $ Berg pected of them and make sig- tributions to their discipline and outstanding achievements gram assessment individuals State of Okla vs Jose L Tovar Domestic assault & battery nificant contributions to not through accomplishments in in advancing the culture of di- or teams who demonstrate in- State of Okla vs Jesse A Rodriguez Larceny of merchandise. only OSU Agriculture, but also instruction, research, schol- versity, equity and inclusion at novation, excellence and ded- Possession of paraphernalia the university. Their achieve- OSU. The recipient receives a ication to program outcomes arship, Extension and/or out- State of Okla vs Alexis Puga-Zaleta DUI. Driving without a ments and accomplishments reach. one-time stipend of $1,500. assessment planning, report- license bring distinction to OSU Agri- Yangi Wu — Department of Honorable Mention: Sheary ing and implementation. culture.” plant and soil sciences Johnson — Robert M. Kerr Robert Scott Frazier — De- FELONIES Ravi Jadeja, associate profes- Regents Distinguished Re- Food and Agricultural Prod- partment of biosystems and State of Okla vs Kinsley L Whitton Child neglect sor in the department of ani- search Award ucts Center agricultural engineering State of Okla vs Brian Gomez-Hernandez Trafficking in mal and food sciences, received‘This award recognizes faculty Online Teaching Excellence Merrick Foundation Teaching drugs the Distinguished Early Career who have shown unusually sig- Award Award State of Okla vs Dominque R Jones Faculty Award. The distinction nificant achievement in their ‘This award recognizes a faculty This award, with a $2,500 sti- is based on the award of tenure field of research. Awardees re- member with a strong com- pend, is presented to a faculty within the past three years and acknowledges the recipient's pend. ceive a $2,000 permanent sti- mitment to engaged, online member who is judged to bring teaching and student success. students a better understand- MARRIAGES €, DIVORCES demonstration of strong po- Ning Wang — Department of Criteria focus on evidence of ing and appreciation of the tential for their contributions biosystems and agricultural a nominee's use of effective American economic system. MARRIAGE LICENSES to the university, their profes- engineering and innovative online teaching Eric DeVuyst — Department David Rogers Jr, Elk City — Sarah Volner, Foss sion’s research, creative activi- Regents Distinguished Teach- practices resulting in student of agricultural economics ty, Extension and/or outreach. ing Award engagement, student satis- Advising Excellence Award DIVORCES The Leave the Ladder Down ‘This award recognizes facul- faction, use of effective meth- This award provides institu- Mari Ann Luna vs Robert Luna FAPC predicts food trends on the menu for 2023 By Kirsten Hollansworth the latest trend where a layer store, it is common to find subscriptions are popular be- salad dressings, mayo, chips vision of Agricultural Sciences of softened butter is spread a variety of pickle-flavored cause they offer convenience and more. and Natural Resources, helps STILLWATER. - Tastes on a wooden tray. The layer of snacks, ranging from potato for busy families and provide Dirty Soda: Carbonated to discover, develop and deliv- change - often quickly and butter is then garnished with chips to candy. Some of the a variety of choices with hun- drinks have become a craze on er technical and business in- sometimes drastically. It's ex- garlic, spices and herbs. Bread most dill-icious pickle-flavored dreds of meal options. In a social media and are predicted formation that will stimulate citing to learn about the next is served alongside the butter. foods include pickle pistachios, competitive market, prices are to fizz into the new year. The and support the growth of val- big thing in the food industry. Pasta Alternatives: Chick- salsa and popcorn seasoning. becoming more affordable. trend originates in Utah and ue-added food and agricultur- Last year, interactive foods and peas, lentils and pulses are In 2023, more products are Avocado Oil: The nutty fla- consists of soda, cream and al products and processing in celebrity food collaborations becoming more popular in predicted to hit the shelves for vor and buttery texture of avo- flavored syrup or some type of Oklahoma. were all the hype as numerous plant-based pasta recipes. pickle lovers everywhere. cado oil has made it a staple in sweetener. There are endless Oklahoma State Univer- brands hopped on the band- Low-carb dishes such as spa- Meal Subscriptions: While pantries for years. As an alter- ways to customize this sweet sity, as an equal opportunity wagon. ghetti squash, zucchini pasta the food delivery trends are native to olive oil, avocado oil drink to your liking, and shops employer, complies with all Whether it’s an innovative and sweet potato pasta are constantly changing, food de- is finally going mainstream in specializing in dirty soda are applicable federal and state cooking method or a conve- health-conscious pasta alter- livery subscription services are packaged products across the popping up in states like Tex- laws regarding non-discrimi- nient way to enjoy bread and natives. one trend that will keep grow- board. In 2023, this household as, Oklahoma and Arizona. nation and affirmative action. butter, upcoming trends can Food Delivery Robots: Food ing for years to come. Delivery staple is making its way into FAPC, a part of OSU's Di- Oklahoma State University is be hard to predict, but creativi- technology has dramatically ty is always on the rise. changed the food industry. Avocado oil and butter Before the pandemic, food de- boards are on the menu for livery robots were less popular, 2023, as the Oklahoma State but with an increase in contact- New Frontiers provides students with University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Prod- less food delivery demands, ro- bots are becoming more com- mon for delivering food across ucts Center highlights popular learning opportunity food trends for the upcoming college campuses and cities. In ByAlyssa Hardaway head installation. With the ability to oper- January, a group of construction manage- year, 2023, delivery services will be ate the robot on the ground, away from the ment students from OSU-Stillwater will Andrea Graves, business challenged to adapt and pro- STILLWATER - Advanced technolo- drilling, fall hazards or risk of exposure to tour the New Frontiers Agricultural Hall planning and marketing spe- vide sustainable solutions that gy used in the construction of Oklahoma concrete silicate are reduced, making con- construction site and watch the Hilti JAI- cialist, said there is a lot of po- reduce waste and pollution. State University’s New Frontiers Agricul- struction safer for the workers. BOT in action. tential for new markets in the Dates: As a rich source of tural Hall creates a unique hands-on learn- With the advancement of this tech- The New Frontiers campaign was food industry. protective plant compounds, ing experience for students. nology and the excitement of the JAIBOT launched in January 2020 to build a new “Food manufacturers dates are showing up more and Nine students from the OSU Institute being used, it’s important for students to should pay attention to food more in commercial products of Technology in Okmulgee recently had have the opportunity to take what they state-of-the-art facility for OSU Agricul- ture. The New Frontiers Agricultural Hall, trends for it can open up new and as a staple ingredient. En- the opportunity to tour the New Frontiers have learned in the classroom and see it markets for their products and joy dates as a snack, on their Agricultural Hall construction site to learn applied on-site, Hancock said. expected to open in fall 2024, further ad- vances teaching, research and Extension gain new customers,” Graves own, or find them used as a about some of the technology, including “It's critical for students to connect efforts that are critical to the state's econ- said. “Staying informed has the natural sweetener in the form the Hilti JAIBOT, used in building the new actual installation with their classroom potential to make them a lot of of syrups and sauces. Food home for OSU Agriculture. omy, citizens’ safety and quality of life. By training, so they can see the byproduct of advancing OSU Agriculture and its pro- money.” influencers are quick to share ‘The Hilti JAIBOT is a semi-automated what they were taught,” he said. “Physi- Check out the top 10 trends recipes of chocolate-covered anchor/hanger point layout and drilling cally seeing something done has a better grams, New Frontiers is fostering innova- for 2023, according to FAPC: or stuffed dates, and the cre- robot and is the first of its kind to be used chance of making an impression that they tion to help feed the world. Steam Ovens: Steam ovens, ativity will continue in the new in Oklahoma, said Danny Hancock, proj- will likely never forget.” Oklahoma State University, as an equal also known as combination or year. ect manager of Platinum Mechanical and Zane Moneypenny, a construction opportunity employer, complies with all smart ovens, are used to pre- Adventurous Dining: Af a 1993 graduate of OSU-IT. The robot ar- management student at OSU-IT who par- applicable federal and state laws regarding serve moisture and nutrients ter cooking at home through- rived at the New Frontiers construction ticipated in the tour, said watching this non-discrimination and affirmative ac- of food without the need for oil out the pandemic, everyone is site in November and will be used on the type of technology on a construction site tion. Oklahoma State University is com- or butter. Cooking with steam relishing the fact that indoor site for about three months. and seeing what all goes into it is amazing. mitted to a policy of equal opportunity is a healthy alternative to a mi- restaurant dining is back. A “This technology utilizes the project’s “It was a big eye-opener,” Moneypen- for all individuals and does not discrimi- crowave and a great way to pre- massive rise in dining that of- model created in Building Information ny said. “Being able to take what we have nate based on race, religion, age, sex, col- pare just about anything. fers an experience is expected Modeling or BIM to more accurately lay learned in the classroom and see first- or, national origin, marital status, sexual Butter Boards: It's no sur- in the coming year. Dinner the- hand the technology used in the field is a orientation, gender identity/expression, out the anchor points, which are areas prise charcuterie boards are a ater restaurants are one expe- where anchors will be located to hold pip- huge benefit, especially on a project like disability, or veteran status with regard to crowd-pleasing and top-ranked rience that can spice up a meal. ing or duct systems,” Hancock said. this one.” employment, educational programs and appetizer, but meats and Using digital plans to accurately mark ‘The site visit is one example of how the activities, and/or admissions. For more cheeses aren’t the only popular Pickle-Flavored Foods: and drill holes, the Hilti JAIBOT helps re- New Frontiers construction project pro- information, visit https:///eeo.okstate. ingredients. Butter boards are When exploring a grocery move potential risks that come with over- vides hands-on learning for students. In edu.