BS212 - Biters and Stingers: Ticks, Mites, Spiders, and Scorpions Found in Oklahoma
Bartlesville | Registration opens 1/8/2025 12:00 AM CST
Discover common Oklahoma critters, how to identify them and key life cycle insights for avoiding or protecting yourself from their risks. This informal, interactive session will cover preventive measures, from clothing to chemical products (with samples and photos). We’ll also discuss the diseases and symptoms these critters can cause, along with what details to share with medical personnel for effective diagnosis and treatment. Expect a relaxed, engaging presentation with plenty of time for questions.
Dr. Russell Wright
Dr. Russell Wright earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology (1963) and a Master of Science degree in Entomology (1966) from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. He completed his PhD in Entomology in 1969 at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He began his academic career as a faculty member at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada, where he served from 1969 to 1976. He then joined the faculty at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma, teaching from 1976 until his retirement in 2004. As a medical-veterinary entomologist, he specialized in courses related to medical veterinary entomology and conducted extensive research on veterinary pests of livestock, particularly flies and mosquitoes. Throughout his career, Dr. Wright served on numerous committees within the Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources and contributed to both the DASNR and OSU Faculty Councils. His professional organizations include the Entomological Society of Canada, the Entomological Society of America, the Southwestern Branch of ESA, and the Southwestern Entomological Society. He served on various committees in these organizations and held officer roles, including president, in the latter two. Dr. Wright is an active member of the Emeriti Association, where he has held every officer role, including president.