SWOSU Biology Shares Oklahoma Fossil History with Weatherford Community

Dr. Renan Bosque explains Earth's geological history during the "Fossils of Ancient Oklahoma" presentation.

SWOSU Biology faculty and students recently shared the geological history of Oklahoma during a community presentation at the Weatherford Public Library. The presentation, titled "Fossils of Ancient Oklahoma," welcomed community members of all ages.

The presentation featured Dr. Renan Bosque, Dr. Marcella Santos, Madi Crisp, Darby Elmore, and Eric Mesta. Attendees learned how fossils help scientists study ancient environments and better understand the history of life on Earth. The presentation also focused on Oklahoma's changing landscapes through geological time, including ancient seas, changing climates, and extinct organisms preserved in the fossil record.

From left to right: Dr. Marcella Santos, Dr. Renan Bosque, Madi Crisp, Darby Elmore, and Eric Mesta during the "Fossils of Ancient Oklahoma" event at the Weatherford Public Library.

Dr. Renan Bosque and Dr. Marcella Santos display replicas of a Tyrannosaurus rex tooth and a saber-toothed cat canine, highlighting some of the most iconic predators in Earth's history during the fossil outreach event.

Children examine fossils during the community outreach event at the Weatherford Public Library.

Community members had the opportunity to examine fossils from Oklahoma and other parts of the world during the event. Children and families also participated in hands-on activities and discussions about Earth history, extinction, evolution, and prehistoric life.

The outreach event provided SWOSU students with an opportunity to share scientific knowledge with the public while engaging with the local community outside the classroom. Events like this continue the Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences' involvement in science education and community outreach across western Oklahoma.

For more information about the SWOSU Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, visit https://www.swosu.edu/biological-sciences/.

About Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) was founded in 1901 and offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across three locations in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yukon. The university serves over 5,000 students and prides itself on affordability, small class sizes, and over 200 faculty and staff committed to helping students achieve their academic and personal goals.

For more information about Southwestern Oklahoma State University, visit https://www.swosu.edu.