Volume 3 s Number 2 s Fall 2001

Real-world market invades Ag Hall
Agricultural Economics 3990, the Fed-Cattle Market Simulator, which is better known as the packer-feeder game uses real-world scenarios to teach students about the fed-cattle market. (adobe format)

Growing the Grapes of Wealth
Chateau de Oklahoma?
 That's what most Oklahomans are asking about the state's newest agricultural enterprise, viniferous grapes. (adobe format)

OSU strives to protect drinking water
Scientists discover inovative use of water treatment residuals to reduce animal waste run-off. (adobe format)

How do I get there from here?
College is a training ground. It is a place for students to prepare for the professions they choose. While the goal for many is to graduate in four years and begin their careers, some choose a different path. (adobe format)

Peruvian exchange begins tradition
From the sunny, mountainous regions of Peru to the icy plains of Oklahoma, nine students and two professors came as part of a Peruvian studio exchange program. (adobe format)

A tale of two Jami(e)s
In 1979, when Jami McVeigh entered his first year of college at the University of Oklahoma and Jamie Liston's disposable diaper bills skyrocketed, nobody could predict how these two Jami(e)s would cross paths and eventually join the agricultural education family. (adobe format)

A temporary change of color
For a moment, the 10,000 people inside Freedom Hall were silent. It was Saturday of the 73rd National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky., and on stage were five newly announced 2000-2001 national FFA officers. 
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I'll meet you at the Dairy Bar...
While the hours have not changed much and the outside still looks the same, the former home of the dairy science department has changed from a dairy product processing plant and classroom into a main stay in Oklahoma State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. 
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Exploring New Worlds
The students from the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University spent 10 days exploring Australia and New Zealand to learn more about international agriculture as part of one of the many study-abroad opportunities within the college. 
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Who put the Pep in the mustard?
Jill Pepin came to campus with pep in her step, a dream in her heart and a recipe in her pocket. (adobe format)

The Tie That Binds
Few experiences in college prepare students for life like participating on a judging team. Judging livestock, meats or horses is fun and a great way to see new places. For some, it becomes a way of life that continues long after their college days are over. (adobe format)

Okla-home-a: Their home away from home
Oklahoma State University is home to many students who are proud to wear the OSU brand. (adobe format)

CASNR honors own; it's best
In the presence of distinguished alumni, supporters and students, the 2001 Oklahoma State University College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources banquet honored the college's best March 30. (adobe format)

OSU researchers shoot into the future
Researchers work to genetically engineer plants for the future 
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Pinkston 'takes care of bug business'
Bugs are everywhere. Bug, bugs and more bugs are what you see when you enter the office of Ken Pinkston. (adobe format)

Grass to gas: opportunities abound
One thing Oklahoma State University researchers know for sure — opportunities are knocking, especially for agricultural producers. They will soon have the opportunity to grow and harvest grasses that may be in your car's gas tank in the future. (adobe format)



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On The Cover
What is Oklahoma State University’s College of Agricultural Resources and Natural Sciences about? It’s about tradition, quality and hard work — the tradition of an agricultural way of life, a hard day’s work and a good pair of boots. Boots courtesy of Wes McGill, 2000-2001 Pistol Pete; spurs and hat owned by Josh Brecheen, agricultural communications senior. Photo by Cowboy Journal staff.


The Fall 2001 Cowboy Journal staff would like to thank the following sponsors...
  • Winters & James Club Calves
  • Stillwater Milling Co.
  • Miller Farms
  • Hinchey Ford
  • Stockmans Bank
  • First National Bank of Thomas
  • Mercury MerCruiser
  • McIntyre Saddlery
  • Robbins Farms Inc.
  • Oklahoma Wheat Commission
  • Campus Park Apartments
  • Oklahoma Farmers Union
  • Riverbend Sod
  • CMS Willowbrook
  • youNEXTspeaker
  • Cowboy Meats
  • Sod by Sherry
  • The Territory
  • Farm House Fraternity
  • CASNR International Agricultural Program
  • Blue & Gold Sausage Co.
  • Farmers Insurance Group
  • Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity
  • The Daily O'Collegian
  • Oklahoma Farmer-Stockman
  • Wilmes GM super store
  • Baker Animal Clinic
  • Stillwater National Bank
  • Miller Swine Genetics
  • Mid-America Stockyards
  • Oklahoma Wheat Growers Association
  • Northside Laundry and Cleaners
  • Kaboom Rodeo Productio
  • Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow
  • First National Bank in Altus
  • K2 Cattle Co.
  • Varner and Varner
  • B105.1
  • CASNR Career Services
  • Oklahoma Beef Industry Council