Wyatt Hoback

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Entomology & Plant Pathology

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Professor
Entomology & Plant Pathology

405-744-9403 (Work)

whoback@okstate.edu (opens in a new tab)

Oklahoma State University, 225L Noble Research Center, Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078, United States

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COURSE TAUGHT

FEATURED
Insects and Society (N)
8 Jun 2020 - 31 Jul 2020
Influence of insects and related arthropods on human society. Current issues involving insects, society and the environment. View of insects in folklore and mythology. Basic biology and behavior of insects and use of insects as model systems for biological studies. A course for both majors and non-majors.
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FEATURED
Aquatic Entomology
13 Jan 2020 - 1 May 2020
Biology, taxonomy and ecology of insects and other invertebrates, inhabiting freshwater environments. Emphasis is placed on identification and biology of individual taxa. Roles of insects in aquatic ecology as a forage base, and as indicators of biotic integrity of aquatic systems. Linkages between aquatic systems and terrestrial systems are also examined. No credit for students with credit in ENTO 5484 or ZOOL 5484. Same course as ZOOL 4484. Previously offered as ENTO 4483.Prerequisite(s): ENTO 2993 or ZOOL 1604 or consent of instructor.
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FEATURED
Honors Insects & Society
13 Jan 2020 - 1 May 2020
Special topics in plant pathology, entomology or related fields. Same course as PLP 4400.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 3 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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FEATURED
Research Skills in Entomology
13 Jan 2020 - 1 May 2020
Introduction to research opportunities in field and laboratory entomology. Focus on literature review, hypothesis formation, and development of a grant proposal.
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Honors Insects and Society
8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
Special topics in plant pathology, entomology or related fields. Same course as PLP 4400.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 3 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
COURSE TAUGHT
Insects and Society (N)
8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
Influence of insects and related arthropods on human society. Current issues involving insects, society and the environment. View of insects in folklore and mythology. Basic biology and behavior of insects and use of insects as model systems for biological studies. A course for both majors and non-majors.
COURSE TAUGHT
Master's Research and Thesis
8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
Research for the MS degree. Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 6 credits. Previously offered as ENTO 5000.
COURSE TAUGHT
Research
8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
Research for the PhD degree. Previously offered as PLP 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-12 credit hours, maximum of 36 credit hours.
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Special Problems: Brazil Entomology, Agriculture, and Ecology
11 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
Selected studies in the area of entomology, acarology or araneology or Plant Pathology. Previously offered as ENTO 5020.Offered for variable credit, 1-8 credit hours, maximum of 8 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
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Study Abroad Course in Agriculture and Natural Resources in Brazil(G)
11 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
A two-three week international travel component. An integrated approach to the study of agriculture, natural resources, culture, history, and technological advance of a region.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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Entomology Capstone
12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
Supervised research or extension experience with faculty in the Entomology/Plant Pathology Dept. or with approved governmental agencies or private employers. Written report required at close of practicum.Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 4 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
COURSE TAUGHT
Honors Insects and Society
12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
Special topics in plant pathology, entomology or related fields. Same course as PLP 4400.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 3 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
COURSE TAUGHT
Insects and Society (N)
12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
Influence of insects and related arthropods on human society. Current issues involving insects, society and the environment. View of insects in folklore and mythology. Basic biology and behavior of insects and use of insects as model systems for biological studies. A course for both majors and non-majors.
COURSE TAUGHT
Internship Teaching Outreach Entomology
12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
Special topics in plant pathology, entomology or related fields. Same course as PLP 4400.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 3 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
COURSE TAUGHT
Invertebrate Conservation
12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
Selected studies in the area of entomology, acarology or araneology or Plant Pathology. Previously offered as ENTO 5020.Offered for variable credit, 1-8 credit hours, maximum of 8 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
COURSE TAUGHT
Invertebrate Conservation
12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
Fundamentals of conservation with emphasis on rare and endangered invertebrates including insects. Topics include the importance of enhancing services provided by insects, including pollination, decomposition, pest suppression, and contributions to food webs and how to manage threats from pesticides and habitat losses. May not be used for degree credit with ENTO 5213.
COURSE TAUGHT
Master's Research and Thesis
12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
Research for the MS degree. Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 6 credits. Previously offered as ENTO 5000.
COURSE TAUGHT
Insects and Society (N)
13 Oct 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Influence of insects and related arthropods on human society. Current issues involving insects, society and the environment. View of insects in folklore and mythology. Basic biology and behavior of insects and use of insects as model systems for biological studies. A course for both majors and non-majors.
COURSE TAUGHT
Arachnid Biology
18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Special topics in plant pathology, entomology or related fields. Same course as PLP 4400.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 3 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
COURSE TAUGHT
Doctoral Research and Thesis
18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Research for the PhD degree. Previously offered as PLP 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-12 credit hours, maximum of 36 credit hours.
COURSE TAUGHT
Entomology Capstone
18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Supervised research or extension experience with faculty in the Entomology/Plant Pathology Dept. or with approved governmental agencies or private employers. Written report required at close of practicum.Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 4 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
COURSE TAUGHT
Honors Insects and Society
18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Special topics in plant pathology, entomology or related fields. Same course as PLP 4400.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 3 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
COURSE TAUGHT
Insects and Society (N)
18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Influence of insects and related arthropods on human society. Current issues involving insects, society and the environment. View of insects in folklore and mythology. Basic biology and behavior of insects and use of insects as model systems for biological studies. A course for both majors and non-majors.
COURSE TAUGHT
Master's Research and Thesis
18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Research for the MS degree. Offered for variable credit, 1-6 credit hours, maximum of 6 credits. Previously offered as ENTO 5000.
COURSE TAUGHT
Teaching Assistant
18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
Special topics in plant pathology, entomology or related fields. Same course as PLP 4400.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 3 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.

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