A native of Sallisaw, Stites attended Eastern Oklahoma State College from 1984 to 1986 before transferring to Oklahoma State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in 1988 and a master’s degree in 1990. Stites later returned to Eastern, where he taught in the Meat Science Department from 1988 to 2002. During his tenure, he also worked in high school relations, coached the Meats Judging Team and served as chair of the Meat Science Department from 1999 to 2002. After leaving Eastern, Stites became the agricultural education instructor at Sallisaw Public Schools, where he served until his retirement in 2021. Although retired from the classroom, Stites remains active in the agriculture industry. He continues to raise cattle, judge FFA Career Development Events and serve on his local fair board.
Guests attending the Agricultural Hall of Fame Celebration will enjoy a brisket dinner prepared by Travis Hanks. Country singer Bo Phillips will provide entertainment for the evening. Admission is $50 per person and includes dinner. Reservations are required.
Tickets will be available for purchase once online registration is available. The Agricultural Hall of Fame Celebration recognizes individuals whose careers, service and contributions have made a lasting impact on agriculture and agricultural education while supporting the continued success of Eastern’s agriculture programs
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