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We are excited to share the final camp we will be offering for children this summer facilitated by another experienced STEM educator, Adam Welsh.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn from and with educators across the state!

Here's another exciting camp being facilitated by Leah Dollar, an experienced STEM educator.

Don't miss out on our amazing line up for the summer! Today I'm sharing a camp facilitated by Rebecca Palmatary. CRSTL is thrilled to partner with her again this summer as she brings her wealth of experience in STEM education to engage children with coding.

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Cowboy family,

I want to assure you that our campus remains safe. While Stillwater and areas around us have been significantly affected, including parts of Lake Carl Blackwell, yesterday’s outbreak of wildfires has not directly impacted our core campus grounds.

Like Stillwater, so many communities across the state have been severely impacted. The pain and uncertainty so many are facing today is unimaginable, and my deepest sympathies go out to all those who have lost their homes, been displaced or are struggling.

The swift response from our emergency response teams has been nothing short of extraordinary. I want to express my utmost gratitude to all of our first responders as well as our transit team, which quickly redirected buses to help with evacuations.

I'm particularly proud of how quickly our community is coming together to help those in need. The Colvin Center Annex was promptly opened as a shelter, providing refuge for our students and employees. This immediate response exemplifies who we are as Cowboys — people who step up when our neighbors are in need.

For those who may still need assistance, several emergency shelters remain available. As we continue to monitor the situation, I urge everyone to remain vigilant and follow the guidance of emergency officials. Stay informed of the latest safety updates by downloading the Rave Guardian app, following official university social media channels and visiting safety.okstate.edu.

In the coming days, we will assess the full impact of these fires on our broader community and determine how we can best support the recovery efforts.

Our hearts go out to all those affected and we extend our gratitude to the many hands working tirelessly to battle these fires and render aid. I encourage everyone to rally around their neighbors and find ways to support relief efforts, whether through donations, volunteering, or simply offering comfort to those who need it most.

To those who are frightened, grieving, or unsure of what comes next, please know that you are not alone. The Cowboy family stands with you.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jim Hess
Interim President
Oklahoma State University

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