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LATEST BOWL TRAVEL INFO!!!
Wednesday, November 26, 2003 (104 reads)
Cotton Bowl Bound!
The OSU Cowboys are headed to Dallas for the SBC Cotton Bowl! They will do battle with the Ole Miss Rebels on January 2, 2004. Kickoff is set for 1:00 PM CST. For more info, visit the Cotton Bowl website at http://www.sbccottonbowl.com.
Events and activities in the shadow of the Cotton Bowl on the state fairgrounds will include a New Year’s Parade of Bands on Thursday, January 1 at 3PM, followed by the Cotton Bowl Pep Rallies featuring both bands and spirit groups. After the Pep Rally, Cowboy fans (as well as their opponents) will gather at the West End Marketplace for fun, food and shopping.
On game day, get your “Sea of Orange” poms at the OSU pre-game spirit rally two hours prior to kick-off. Check back to the Alumni Association website for location, cost, and other details.
To be in on ALL the action, get yourself and your family the Official OSU Bowl Travel Package. Packages start at $270 per person. Call 800-678-2255 or 405-372-1647 today to make your Cotton Bowl travel arrangements, or get more information via e-mail at osubowl@travel-its.com. If you purchase a travel package through the official Bowl travel provider (above), you will have the option to purchase game tickets with the package if you have not already.
NOTE: Tickets to the game are NOT automatically included in the Official OSU Bowl Travel Package. To purchase tickets separately, log on to http://www.okstate.com and click on “tickets.” Online ticket purchase will be available starting at 5:00 PM, Sunday, December 7, 2003. Phone orders will be taken beginning Monday, December 8 at 8:00 AM by calling 877 ALL-4-OSU. If you have already requested tickets, your request will be converted to an order and your payment will be processed beginning the evening of Sunday, December 7. Ticket office hours will be 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM from December 8-12.
Please keep checking back to the Alumni Association website as we continue to post Bowl developments and information as they become available.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2003 (106 reads)
The Tulsa Chapter Vintage O-State Wine Tasting Event took place Saturday Nov 22, 2003 from 7:00-9:30 PM. More than 300 Tulsa area alumni and friends attended the glittering event, which took place overlooking the city on the top floor of Two Warren Place in Tulsa. A full selection of premium wines as well as a delicious variety of hors d' oeuvres was served. This event was Tulsa's third annual "Sip for Scholarship." The more than $20,000 raised from tickets and the Silent Auction will benefit the OSU Scholarship Fund for Tulsa area high school students and alumni activities. The item commanding the highest price in the Silent Auction was a small bronze sculpture of Pistol Pete. To see a few pictures from the event, http://www.orangeconnection.org/cgi-any/newspages.dll/pages?sitename=OKTMP&record=959&htmlfile=photo_newspages.htm"click here."
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Extension Takes Top Honors
Tuesday, November 25, 2003 (78 reads)
OSU Extension programs won three University Continuing Education Association Great Plains Region awards at a recent annual conference.
Arts & Sciences Extension and the Study Abroad Office won the credit program award for the "Introduction to Study Abroad" course.
Education Extension's Enrichment Camp received the noncredit program award, and Chris Cashel,
professor in the School of Applied Health and Educational Psychology, was honored with the Professional Continuing Educator award.
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Tulsa Vintage O-State Wine Tasting
Monday, November 17, 2003 (138 reads)
Please join Tulsa area alumni and friends this coming Saturday, Nov 22, 2003 from 7:00-9:30 PM, for Vintage O-State, Tulsa's third annual "Sip for Scholarship." The event will be held on the top floor of Two Warren Place, 61st and Yale, Tulsa, OK. Proceeds from this event and the Silent Auction will benefit the OSU Scholarship Fund for Tulsa area high school students and alumni activities. The event is limited to the first 400 reservations. Guests will be wearing Orange Tie/Business attire. A full selection of premium wines as well as hors d'oeurves will be served. Deadline for registration is Friday, Nov. 21 at 4:30 PM.
To sign up online, http://www.orangeconnection.org/cgi-any/reg_event.dll/show?sitename=OKTMP&template=event_main.htm&type=event_reg"click here."
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Monday, November 17, 2003 (105 reads)
The Oklahoma State University Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Board will host the Official Class Ring Ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m. in the Student Union Atrium.
The ceremony will honor OSU students and graduates with the opportunity to receive their class ring from Dr. Schmidly and share the memorable event with family and friends.
The Official Class Ring is available exclusively to graduates of Oklahoma State University and to students who have completed 60 hours and achieved junior or senior year standing.
The Official Ring is the common bond of present and future graduates. The design will not change. If you would like to celebrate your achievements with an Official Class Ring, please visit your OSU Alumni Association today at 212 Student Union or http://www.orangeconnection.org/ringtradition.htm"click here" for more information.
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Save the Date - Homecoming 2004
Monday, November 17, 2003 (110 reads)
Homecoming 2004 will be held October 15-16, 2004. Unfortunately, we have found that Stillwater hotels, and motels will not yet make reservations for that date.
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2003 Distinguished Alumni Awards
Monday, November 17, 2003 (116 reads)
The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to alumni for professional achievement and community service. This year’s six recipients are: Gary C. Clark of Tulsa, Samuel Combs of Edmond, Austin Kenyon of Park Hill, Caroline Linehan of Oklahoma City, Gil Nickel of Oakville, CA, and Hon. Steven Taylor of McAlester. These recipients were honored at a public reception Nov. 15, 2003. They we also recognized later in the day during the OSU football game against Kansas.
2003 Distinguished Alumni Biographies
Sam Combs – A 1980 OSU graduate in CEAT, Industrial Engineering and Management. 1999 Graduate of University of Michigan’s Business School, Executive Program. Currently President and Chief Operating Officer of Oklahoma Natural Gas Company, Sam is very active in professional organizations and had held many leadership positions within these organizations. The list of his Civic and Humanitarian service is lengthy including Past President of Leadership Oklahoma and Past Board Chair of the Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City. He is a leader in the OSU Black Alumni Association. Sam and his wife Rita Ann reside in Edmond.
Gary C. Clark – Gary holds BS and MS degrees in Ag Ed, 1969 and 72 respectively. His J. D with honors is from the University Of Texas School Of Law in 1975. He is currently employed with Crowe and Dunlevy law firm in Tulsa. Within his profession Gary has held many offices including the President of the Oklahoma Board of Regents. He is a past member of the OSU/A&M Board of Regents. In the Tulsa community he has been in service through many voluntary agencies such as Tulsa Lawyers for Children, Legal Aid for the Elderly as well as Legal counsel to the Tulsa Metro Chamber of Commerce. Gary was selected for Who’s Who in American Law. His wife is Jane.
Austin Kenyon – With a BS from OSU and an MS from Iowa State University, Austin is now the Co-owner and Chairman of Greenleaf Nursery Company. Professionally Austin has held leadership positions in the Wholesale Nursery Growers Association and the International and Brangus Breeders Association, including being named Breeder of the Year. He has been recognized for his environmental efforts and for his service to the community of Talequah. Austin has been a member of the OSU/A&M Regents and has served on the OSU Foundation Board of Governors. He and Betsy live in Park Hill, OK.
Caroline Linehan – Caroline graduated from OSU in 1961 with a BS in Secondary Education. She is currently self-employed as a child abuse educational consultant through her Kids on the Block Program. Caroline serves on the Board of Directors for the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy and has helped found such humanitarian programs as Coats for Kids and “Night of the Child.” She has been recognized for service and achievement by Kappa Delta Sorority, serves on the Advisory Board of OSU Women in Philanthropy and was recently inducted into the OSU Education Hall of Fame. She and John live in Oklahoma City.
Gil Nickel – Gil holds a degree in Physics from OSU, 1961. He is currently involved in the wine industry in California as owner of Far Niente Winery, a vinery that he purchased and restored. Previously associated with Greenleaf Nursery as President, he retains co-ownership. While President of Greenleaf, he expanded operations into Texas and established Greenleaf as one of America’s largest and most diverse nurseries production operators. Now Gil is a member of numerous associations in the wine growing industry. His other passion is vintage car racing. He is affiliated with the Ferrari Club of America and the Vintage Sports Car Racing Association and has raced in the Gran Prix in Monaco and Federation Internationale de l’Automobile. His wife is Beth and they live in Oakville CA.
Hon. Steven W. Taylor – A 1971 graduate with a B.A. in Political Science from OSU, Steve went on to receive an 1974 JD from the University of Oklahoma and became a graduate of the National Judicial College at the University of Nevada in 1984. He is the current District Judge of the 18th District for the State of Oklahoma. His service to the state is extensive including appointments to the State Foster Care Board and Juvenile Oversight Committee. In his hometown of McAlester, Steve has served as Mayor, the youngest in history, and was voted Citizen of the Year in 1997. He has been an OSU Leadership Legacy and was a key player in securing money for OSU Scholarhship and Capital Equipment Grants through the Puterbaugh Foundation where he serves as a Trustee. His wife is Mary Evelynn and they have a son currently attending Oklahoma State.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2003 (109 reads)
As a valuable member of our family, we invite you to attend the 2003 Distinguished Alumni Awards hosted by your Oklahoma State University Alumni Association.
Six outstanding Oklahoma State University alumni will be recognized at a public reception Nov. 15 in the Student Union French Lounge/Ballroom Lobby from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and later in the day during halftime of the OSU football game against Kansas.
The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to alumni for professional achievement and community service. This year’s recipients are: Gary C. Clark of Tulsa, Samuel Combs of Edmond, Austin Kenyon of Park Hill, Caroline Linehan of Oklahoma City, Gil Nickel of Oakville, CA and Hon. Steven Taylor of McAlester.
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Stillwater Area Hotels, Motels and B&B's
Monday, November 10, 2003 (118 reads)
As a convenience to our members, we have gathered together a list of accommodations in Stillwater.
The Atherton Hotel at OSU
H-103 Student Union
405-744-6835
http://athertonhotel.okstate.edu
Best Western
600 E. McElroy Rd
405-377-7010 or
800-353-6894
http://www.bestwestern.com
Circle D Motel
923 N. Boomer Rd
405-372-5611
Country Chateau Inn
3124 S. Perkins Rd
405-377-1328
http://www.bbonline.com/ok/countrychateau
Dancing Deer Lodge
2019 S. Range Rd
405-743-8743 or
800-675-5684
http://www.dancingdeerlodge.com
Days Inn
5010 W. 6th St
405-743-2570 or
800-DAYSINN
http://www.daysinn.com
Fairfield Inn
418 E. Hall of Fame
405-372-6300 or
800-288-2800
http://www.fairfieldinn.com
Fifty-One Motel
1324 E. 6th St
405-372-8408
Hampton Inn & Suites
717 E. Hall of Fame
405-743-1306 or
800-HAMPTON
http://www.hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn
2515 W. 6th St
405-372-0800 or
800-HOLIDAY
http://www.holiday-inn.com
Motel 6
5122 W. 6th St
405-624-0433 or
800-4MOTEL6
http://www.motel6.com
Relax Inn & Suites
2313 W. 6th St
405-372-2425
http://www.relaxinnonline.com
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Monday, November 10, 2003 (110 reads)
Membership in the OSU Alumni Association, which is open to all graduates, students, fans, and friends, is the most recognizable way of expressing your loyalty and affinity to Oklahoma State University.
In addition, membership in the Association gives you the opportunity, via the connections you gain, to share your opinions and potentially influence the future of the university. Your membership also supports student programs, promotes OSU interests at the state capitol, and helps make OSU's award-winning Homecoming celebration possible!
As always, our ever-expanding member benefits, including significant discounts at our Alumni Store, offer new and innovative ways to stay connected to OSU past, present and future.
http://www.orangeconnection.org/memberservices.htm"Click here to join online" or call 1-800-433-4678.
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Friday, November 07, 2003 (131 reads)
It’s beginning to look a lot like Bowl Time! The Oklahoma State Cowboys are anxiously awaiting a win against Texas and a chance to receive their first-ever bid to a Bowl Championship Series game.
The Texas Longhorns are coming to town on Saturday and a win for the Cowboys would not only elevate their record to 8-2 for the season, but would also place them in a highly favorable position for a bowl bid.
The ultimate bid for OSU would be the Tostidos Fiesta Bowl Jan. 2 in Tempe, Ariz. To accomplish this feat, the Pokes must win their final three regular-season games and receive a bid that would most likely go to a higher ranked team.
With this in mind, Saturday’s game may prove to be a bowl-deciding game. Texas (7-2) is vying for the same bid with almost exactly the same plan. In addition, the Fiesta Bowl plans to send a representative to check out Saturday’s game and several other bowls are also expected to attend, including the Cotton, Holiday and Alamo.
However, with dreams of a Fiesta Bowl dancing in their heads, the Cowboys will more likely find themselves on the road to Dallas to the Southwestern Bell Corporation Cotton Bowl on Jan. 1, their first appearance in 58 years.
If the Longhorns win on Saturday, the Cowboys still have the possibility to play in the Holiday or Alamo bowl. In either case, the Cowboys certainly have the opportunity to be bowl-bound.
Fiesta, Cotton, Holiday or Alamo, Cowboy football has many reasons to celebrate. After 58 years, they are in a position to play in a January bowl game and finish 10-2 for the season, their best since 1949. They also have the opportunity to win eleven games, a first for the cowboys and we can’t forget about Woods and Bell, two players who still have the chance to receive the next Heisman.
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Tuesday, November 04, 2003 (107 reads)
Join this Smithsonian Journey to Costa Rica - a land of rich natural wonders and friendly people. Journey from San Jose, Costa Rica's colorful capital city, located in the country's fertile Central Valley, ringed by soaring mountains on all sides, to four major nature reserves: Braulio Carrillo National Park, Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and Manuel Antonio National Park. During this 10-day tour enjoy exclusive excursions and special lectures on the region's striking natural diversity by your Smithsonian study leader.
- Ride on the aerial tram through the rainforest canopy, with unique views of the lush flora and fauna.
- In San Jose, tour the colorful Plaza de Cultural, the National Museum, which houses collections of pre-Columbian art and numerous exhibits detailing Costa Rican history; and the National Theater, a magnificent building of post-baroque splendor.
- Arrive at the centerpiece of the Costa Rican landscape, the mammoth Poas Volcano. Take a walk to the edge of the crater for a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape.
- Visit Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, a remote 20,000-acre jungle refuge with an amazing variety of birds and indigenous wildlife, including spider and howler monkeys and two-toed sloths.
- Embark on a guided riverboat trip down the Rio Frio, observing the exotic wildlife.
- Travel to Tabacon Springs where you can submerge yourself in the soothing hot mineral-rich waters.
- Travel to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, a privately operated sanctuary high in the Tilaran Mountains. Monteverde is inhabited by an unusual array of plants, insects and birds.
- Discover the rich collection of flora and fauna in Monteverde. Your naturalist guide will help identify wildlife on your walking tour. Take the time to visit the Hummingbird Gallery, where you will see hundreds of vividly colored hummingbirds.
- Travel to the Pacific beach resort of Los Suenos, set amid an 1,100-acre rain forest
- Explore the Carrara Biological Reserve, which protects a unique wet forest in the Pacific lowlands.
- Travel through the countryside to Costa Rica's home of native art, Sarchi. This quaint mountain village is known for its unique artisans and colorful handcrafted carts.
Make sure to tell your tour guide you are an OSU Alumni Association Member!
$250 per person deposit with names due by Jan. 22, 2004.
Final payment date is May 23, 2004
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Tuesday, November 04, 2003 (95 reads)
Iceland is a land of glaciers, geysers and waterfalls. Discover the natural and geological wonders of this small island nation. Stand on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and learn from your study leader how the dramatic fissures visible in the earth's crust show the collision of the American and African continental plates. Experience modern Iceland as you visit Reykjavik and enjoy the peaceful beauty of rural Vik.
- Arrive at Reykjavik and embark on a fascinating city tour that highlights the 19th century Parliament House, Austurvollur Square, Tjornin Lake and the Hofoi House.
- Travel the "Golden Circle" which encompasses many of the scenic natural wonders for which Iceland is renowned. Visit Thingvellir National Park, marvel at the amazing hot springs of Geysir and visit Gullfoss Falls, a wondrous two-tiered waterfall.
- Visit Skogar's Folk Museum housing a collection of Icelandic artifacts. Continue north to the town of Vik, a small town set along Iceland's dramatic southern coast with black sand beaches.
- Travel to Skaftafell National Park, a beautiful green oasis located near the highest peak in Iceland and take a boat trip amidst graceful, floating icebergs.
- Visit Lake Kleiarvatn to see an amazing display of geothermal activity, including steam escaping from deep below the earth's crust, hot springs and mud pots.
Make sure to tell your tour guide you are an OSU Alumni Association Member!
$250 per person deposit with names due by Dec. 20, 2003.
Final payment date is April 16, 2004.
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Tuesday, November 04, 2003 (79 reads)
Discover and learn about the eastern coast of Canada, a dramatic shoreline abundant with puffins, whales and fascinating stories of early explorers. Newfoundland and Labrador is a pristine region that is rarely visited but rich with wildlife and history. Join your Smithsonian study leader on this natural history adventure.
- Set sail on a nature cruise to Witless Bay Ecological Reserve.
- A sightseeing tour of St. John's takes you to the top of Signal Hill for a spectacular view of the city and its harbor.
- Fly north to the splendid town of St. Anthony, located on Great Northern Peninsula.
- A ferry ride across the Straits of Belle Isle takes you to the mainland of Labrador. Embark on a scenic drive along the famed Viking Trail where the day ends in the city of Corner Brook, located on the Humber River.
- Travel to Terra Nova National Park, a beautiful park created to protect the ancient Appalachian Mountains and Newfoundland's natural habitat from the ocean.
Make sure to tell your tour guide you are an OSU Alumni Association Member!
$100 per person deposit with names due by Feb. 28, 2004.
Final payment date is May 30, 2004
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