109TH COMMENCEMENT

109TH COMMENCEMENTMAY 2021

CLAREMORE | BARTLESVILLE | PRYOR | ONLINE

RO G E R S S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y

ALMA MATERRise above the Claremore valley

Camelot to view,Stands our gracious alma mater

Thrusting t’ward the blue.

Lift the chorus, speed it onwardFor the Red and Blue,

Hail to thee our alma materHail to RSU!

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Frank Keating, Vice ChairmanMichael A. Cawley

Phil B. Albert

Natalie ShirleyEric Stevenson

Anita L. Holloway

Ann Holloway, ChairJeffrey W. Hickman, Vice Chair

Michael C. Turpen, SecretaryChief Justice Steven W. Taylor, Ret., Assistant Secretary

Dennis Casey Jay Helm

Joseph L. Parker Jr.Jack Sherry

Ronald H. White, M.D.

Dr. Larry Rice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PresidentDr. Richard Beck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Mark Rasor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vice President for Administration and FinanceMr. Steve Valencia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President for DevelopmentDr. Robert Goltra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vice President for Student Affairs

and Interim Vice President for Enrollment ManagementDr. Mary Millikin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs Mr. Michael Allgood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ComptrollerDr. Keith Martin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dean, School of Arts and SciencesDr. Susan Willis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dean, School of Professional StudiesMs. Ronda Riden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director for RSU BartlesvilleMs. Faith Gates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director for RSU Pryor

THE BOARD OF REGENTS FORThe University of Oklahoma, Cameron University and Rogers State University

Chris A. Purcell, Ph.D. Vice President for University Governance, Executive Secretary of the Board of Regents and Secretary of the Universities

OKLAHOMA STATE REGENTS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION

CHANCELLOR OF THE OKLAHOMA STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Dr. Glen D. Johnson

ROGERS STATE UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION

Rogers State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. This publication was issued by Rogers State University. 3,000 copies were printed by the RSU Printshop at a cost of $8,653.51.

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FACULTY MARSHALS

School of Professional StudiesDr. Tom CarmentDr. Amy EvansMs. Rebekah InmanDr. Todd JacksonDr. Carla LynchDr. Earlene Washburn

School of Arts and SciencesDr. David BathDr. Paul HatleyDr. Steve HouselDr. Keith MartinDr. Jin SeoDr. Chrissy Whiting

CAMERON UNIVERSITYEDUCATION PROGRAMDr. Eileen RichardsonMs. Jayne McLoughlin

Ram AdhikariPh.D. University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Brian AndrewsPh.D. Southern Methodist University

Joshua Ping AngPh.D.University of Connecticut

David BathPh.D.Texas A&M University

Michael BeauchampPh.D.Texas A&M University

David BlakelyJ.D.Duke University School of Law

Jerry BowenPh.D.Oklahoma State University

Hayden BozarthM.A.University of Oklahoma

Bryce BrimerM.F.A.University of Tulsa

Michelle BussellM.S.Southern Nazarene University

Thomas M. Carment Ph.D.Oklahoma State University

Holly Clay-BuckM.A.University of Tulsa

ROGERS STATE UNIVERSITY FACULTY

Diana ClaytonJ.D.University of Tulsa

Brian ColeyM.S.S.United States Sports Academy

Jacklan Renée Cox M.A.Northern Arizona University

Emily Dial-DriverEd.D.Oklahoma State University

Heba EldoumiPh.D.Oklahoma State University

Frank ElwellPh.D.State University of New York - Albany

Larry ElzoM.Ed.Northeastern State University

Sally L. EmmonsPh.D.University of Oklahoma

Amy EvansJ.D.University of Tulsa

Juliet EvusaPh.D.Ohio University

Hugh W. FoleyPh.D.Oklahoma State University

James M. FordPh.D.Princeton University

Dan FrickM.S.University of Arkansas

Roy Gardner Ph.D.Michigan State University

Tom GerardD.B.A.Northcentral University

Tessa Gerhart-BallB.S.Rogers State University

Frank A. GrabowskiPh.D.Wayne State University

Brenda GrahamM.S.N.University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Jamie GrahamPh.D. University of Texas at Dallas

Dana GrayPh.D.Oklahoma State University

Laura GrayPh.D.Texas Woman’s University

Doug M. GrenierPh.D.University of California at San Diego

Jessica HarjoM.A.University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bruce HartleyM.A.Missouri State University

Paul B. HatleyPh.D.Kansas State University

Kenneth S. HicksPh.D.University of South Carolina

Steve HouselPh.D.University of Oklahoma

Rebekah InmanM.S.N.Northeastern State University

Gary Todd JacksonPh.D.University of Arkansas

Jane JohanssonPh.D.University of North Texas

David JohnkPh.D.University of Texas – Pan American

Gioia KerlinPh.D.University of Colorado

Jae-Ho KimPh.D.South Dakota State University

Holly KrusePh.D.University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Tetyana KyrylovaPh.D.Odessa University of Science and Technology, Ukraine

Carla LynchD.N.P.Oklahoma City University

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Christi MackeyM.P.A.University of Oklahoma

Mary MackiePh.D.University of Oklahoma

Peter Macpherson Ph.D.Lehigh University

Abe Marrero Ph.D.University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Michael McKeon Ph.D.Ohio University

Sonya MunsellPh.D.Oklahoma State University

Roya NamavarB.S.Northeastern State University

Matthew OberriederPh.D.Tulane University

Cheyanne OlsonM.S.Texas A&M University Corpus Christi

Lori O’MalleyEd.D.Oklahoma State University

Lisa OverallPh.D.Oklahoma State University

Mark PeadenPh.D.University of California-Davis

Brook PurdumM.B.A.Oklahoma State University

Scott ReedM.L.A.Oklahoma City University

Vicky Reith Ph.D.Oklahoma City University

Amy Richards Ph.D.Oklahoma City University

Bruce RichardsonM.B.A.Oklahoma Wesleyan University

Katarzyna RobertsPh.D.University of Science and Technology, Gdansk, Poland

Steven RosserM.F.A.University of Tulsa

Chris RuhlM.S.Oklahoma State University

Massood SaffarianPh.D.Oklahoma State University

Amber SanchezM.S.N.Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Jin SeoPh.D.University of Texas at Austin

Marla Smith Ph.D.Oklahoma City University

Min SoePh.D.College of William and Mary

Jaemon SonPh.D.University of Arkansas

R. Curtis SparlingM.B.A.Liberty University

Junmo SungEd.D.University of Arkansas

Carolyn A. TaylorEd.D.Oklahoma State University

Quentin P. TaylorPh.D.University of Missouri-Columbia

Robby TurnerM.P.A.University of Oklahoma

Uduak UdohPh.D.University of Alabama-Birmingham

Sukhitha VidurupolaPh.D.Texas Technology University

Kirk VoskaPh.D.University of Northern Colorado

Blake WalinderM.F.A.University of Tulsa

Earlene WashburnPh.D.Oklahoma State University

Christine Whiting-MadisonPh.D.University of Arkansas

Wiley Allen WhiteM.S.Pittsburg State University

Lee WilliamsM.A.University of Illinois

Sigismond WilsonPh.D.Michigan State University

Kevin WollerPh.D.Kent State University

Craig ZimmermannPh.D.University of Tennessee

Juli ZuelM.S.University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

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RETIRING FACULTY

Dr. Vicky ReithAssistant Professor of Nursing,School of Professional Studies

Dr. Vicky Reith is retiring after eight years of service to RSU. She has been a registered nurse for 41 years and keeps her skills current at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. Dr. Reith played an active role in the growth of the nursing program at the Bartlesville Campus, and has been invaluable in helping to transition the pre-licensure nursing program from an associate degree nursing program to a traditional Bachelor of Nursing program.

She is trained in Quality Matters and has taught overload courses in the RN2BSN program during her years at RSU. She holds certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Basic Life Support (BLS). Dr. Reith received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Marymount College and a Master of Science in Nursing Education from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. She obtained her Ph.D. in Nursing Education for Oklahoma City University, Kramer School of Nursing.

Dr. Tetyana KyrylovaAssistant Professor of Technology & Justice Studies,School of Professional Studies

Dr. Kyrylova joined RSU as a full-time faculty member in fall 2007, teaching on the Bartlesville campus for six years before moving to the Claremore campus in 2013. She became the Microcomputer Applications Coordinator for curriculum development and implementation, and now coordinates with faculty who teach this course to ensure all classes follow a uniform schedule and uniform curricular content. In spring 2013, Dr. Kyrylova received the Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award from the School of Business

and Technology for her outstanding performance in the classroom, as well as online teaching of Microcomputer Applications, Multimedia Development, Website Design and Development, and Enterprise Resource Management Systems. Dr. Kyrylova has been a campus leader for the Quality Matters initiative to strengthen the university’s online courses. In 2017, her Microcomputer Applications course received an internal Quality Shield of Approval. As a peer reviewer, she has conducted two Quality Matters reviews. Her ongoing efforts have contributed to meeting the quality standards for all online courses in the Technology and Justice Studies Department. Dr. Kyrylova has served on various committees, including the University Assessment Committee, Technology Planning Committee, Library Committee, and Instructional Design Committee. She earned her doctoral degree equivalent in engineering from Odessa University of Science and Technology in Ukraine and her bachelor’s degree in engineering from Kharkov Institute of Science and Technology in Ukraine.

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Alan LawlessDirector of Stratton Taylor Library

Mr. Alan Lawless is retiring following 38 years of distinguished service as library director. Mr. Lawless has been instrumental in a series of transitions and expansions within the library, including the library’s conversion from the Dewey Decimal System to the Library of Congress Classification System, assisting with the design of the Stratton Taylor Library building and orchestrating the subsequent relocation from the old Thunderbird Library into the new building in 2004 with further renovations in 2019, implementing a number of new library management systems throughout the years, and opening the library’s first branch location at RSU’s campus in Pryor.

Mr. Lawless was an integral part of the Library’s selection as the 20th Selective Federal Depository in Oklahoma, and as an Oklahoma State Publications Depository. Mr. Lawless has helped to shape the institution through his service on campus committees, including the Library Committee, Faculty Development Committee, Strategic Planning Committee, Technology Committee, and Academic Council. Mr. Lawless strived to improve and educate himself through continued participation in professional organizations including the Oklahoma Library Association and the American Library Association, having been selected to attend the Association of College and Research Libraries’ (ACRL) Leadership Institute for Academic Librarians at the Harvard Graduate School of Education in Cambridge, MA, and presenting as recently as 2019 at the OK-ACRL annual conference. Mr. Lawless earned his Bachelor of Arts in history from the University of Oklahoma and a Master of Library Science from the University of Oklahoma.

RETIRING ADMINISTRATION

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DR. FRANK W. ELWELLProfessor, Department of Psychology and Sociology

Chair, Faculty Senate

Dr. Frank W. Elwell was the founding dean of the School of Liberal Arts, coming to RSU in June 2000 when the school transitioned from a two-year community college to a four-year university. He returned to the faculty in August of 2016. In May of 2018, he was elected Chair of the Faculty Senate and has served in that capacity since. Under his leadership, Elwell led the Senate in advocating for faculty issues regarding COVID-19, compensation, diversity, marketing, academic technology, training, and academic policies and procedures. He is a strong advocate for shared governance within the university. Dr. Elwell has been a faculty member in higher education since 1979. He has written several books on macro-sociology, social evolution, and social theory (the last published in 2020) and hopes to remain an active teacher and scholar in the coming years. Before coming to RSU, he served as Chair of the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work at Murray State University for 12 years, starting there as an instructor in 1979 and earning his full professorship in 1992. Dr. Elwell earned a Bachelor’s degree in history and education at Eastern Michigan in 1971 and began teaching in an inner-city New York high school shortly after. He earned a Master’s in political science education in 1975 from the State University of New York at New Paltz and a Master’s and Ph.D. in sociology from the University at Albany in 1981.

COMMENCEMENT REMARKS

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TRENT SIEVERB.A. Public Affairs, RSU 2022

Trent Siever, a junior from Pryor, is a member of the Honors Program and the President’s Leadership Class. He was nominated for the Nigh Leadership Academy and is a Class of 2020-2021 Newman Civic Fellow. Siever was president of the Student Government Association from 2019-2020. He is the President of the Honors Program for the 2021-2022 school year. He will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in public affairs in 2022.

COMMENCEMENT REMARKS

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PRESIDENT LARRY RICE

Dr. Larry Rice is the 14th President of Rogers State University. An Oklahoma native, President Rice has more than 40 years of experience in higher education.

President Rice began his academic career in 1979 as a full-time faculty member at RSU, which was then known as Claremore Junior College, where he taught classes in criminal justice, psychology, and sociology.

He was Director of the Applied Science Division at Rogers from 1979 to 1986 and Associate Director of Academics for the Rogers campus in Pryor from 1986 to 1991.

He received a doctoral degree in education from Oklahoma State University, and master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Northeastern State University.

He wrote his doctoral dissertation on “Eighty Years of University Preparatory Education on College Hill,” a history of the institution presently known as RSU.

Before he was named President of RSU, he served as Executive Assistant to the President at the University of Tulsa. At TU, Rice was responsible for government relations and the Presidential Scholars Program. He joined TU in 1991 as a member of the advancement staff and served as Interim Vice President for Advancement from 1997 to 1998 and Director of Public Affairs from 1991 to 2004.

He served the citizens of Oklahoma as a representative of House District 8 from 1986 to 2004.

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PRESIDENTIAL MEDALLION

The Presidential Medallion is the official symbol of the Office of the President at Rogers State University. Traditionally, the medallion is bestowed upon a new President to represent a transfer of the responsibility of office and an obligation to promote and maintain the values and ideals represented by the institution.

The medallion features the official RSU seal, which was designed in 1999 shortly after the Oklahoma Legislature renamed the institution Rogers State University and provided it with a new mission to seek accreditation as a four-year university. The university received accreditation as a baccalaureate degree granting institution in 2000 from the Higher Learning Commission.

The official RSU seal features the name of the institution at the top and the university’s credo and guiding principles, Tradition, Innovation and Excellence, on the lower oval. In the middle is a representational drawing of iconic Preparatory Hall, the first building erected on the Claremore campus in 1911, two years after the institution was founded in 1909.

The seal was designed by Kate Northcutt, M.S.

PRESIDENTS OF ROGERS STATE UNIVERSITY & PREDECESSOR INSTITUTIONS

Edmund Dandridge Murdaugh, 1909-1911J.H. Bayes, 1911-1913

Stephen M. Barrett, 1913-1925Walter E. Downs, 1925-1940

Richard E. Anderson, 1940-1941John C. Hamilton, 1941-1944

Kenneth S. Perkins, 1944-1948

Homer M. Ledbetter, 1948-1964John F. Smoller, 1964-1968John E. Horne, 1968-1971

Richard H. Mosier, 1972-1995Rodger Randle, 1996-1998

Joe Wiley, 1999-2008Larry Rice, 2008-Present

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TRADITION OF ACADEMIC REGALIA

The costume of those in the inaugural academic procession has a specific symbolism dating back to at least the 14th century. In 1895, academic institutions in the United States adopted a code of academic regalia, which has been revised from time to time. The regalia of institutions in other countries varies, and there is not a worldwide code, but the basic elements are present in all academic costumes.

GownsThe associate and certificate candidate gown is silver in color and features a traditional design. The bachelor’s gown is black and has a pointed sleeve. The master’s gown has an oblong sleeve open at the wrist (some older gowns may be open near the upper part of the arm.) The doctoral gown has bell-shaped sleeves, full-length velvet panels on the front and three velvet crossbars on each sleeve in black, blue, or the color distinctive to the subject of the owner’s degree. Gowns for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) are dark blue and gowns for the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) are light blue.

HoodsThe hood, draped over the shoulders and down the back, indicates the subject to which the degree pertains and the university that conferred the degree. The level of the degree is indicated by the size of the hood. The velvet binding of the hood is of the color designating the subject of the degree. The satin lining of the hood indicates the university conferring the degree.

CapsIn the United States, the mortar board is commonly used. The mortar board is black for those receiving a bachelor’s degree and silver for those receiving an associate degree. The tassel, fastened to the center of the cap, is normally worn in the left front quadrant of the cap after a degree is conferred. Students receiving undergraduate degrees in the School of Arts and Science wear blue tassels. Students receiving undergraduate degrees in the School of Professional Studies wear red tassels. Students receiving graduate degrees wear white tassels. Students receiving degrees from Cameron University wear light blue tassels. Faculty tassels may be black, gold or the color appropriate to the subject of the degree. The tassel for the doctoral cap may be of gold thread.

Honor StolesRogers State University Honor Graduates wear stoles, according to the following criteria:

Summa Cum Laude - Blue Stole. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.0 G.P.A.Magna Cum Laude - Red Stole. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.8 G.P.A.Cum Laude - White Stole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6 G.P.A.

Cameron University Honor Graduates wear stoles, according to the following criteria:

Summa Cum Laude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.0 G.P.A.Magna Cum Laude . . 3.8 G.P.A. & in top five percent of graduating classCum Laude . . . . . . . . .3.6 G.P.A & in next ten percent of graduating class

Student Honor CordsAn Honor Cord is traditionally a token consisting of twisted cords with tassels on either end awarded to members of honor societies and academic programs. Sashes, stoles or medallions may be given in place of cords. Unlike hoods and stoles, by tradition more than one cord may be worn at the same time.

RSU Honors ProgramMedallion

RSU President’s Leadership ClassMedallion

Phi Alpha Theta, National History Honor SocietyRed and Blue Cords with Mixed Tassels

Psi Chi, International Honor Society in PsychologyTri-Color Medallion

Sigma Beta Delta, International Business Honor SocietyMedallion

Alpha Chi, National Interdisciplinary Honor SocietyMedallion with Green/Blue Ribbon

Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in EducationMedallion

Pi Sigma Alpha, National Political Science Honor SocietyRed, White and Black Cords

Student Activities Pins & CordsAlpha Sigma Alpha SororityRed and White Cord

Alpha Sigma Tau SororityRed and White Cord

Biology ClubKelly Green and Royal Blue Cord

Campus Activities Team (C.A.T.)Red and Black Double Cord

Criminal Justice SocietyPin with Logo

National Student Nurses AssociationWhite and Royal Cord

Oklahoma Intercollegiate LegislatureGreen and White Cord

The Social Justice LeaguePurple and Gold Cord

Student Athlete Advisory CommitteeRed and Navy Cord

Student Government AssociationOne Year of Service - Pin with LogoTwo Years of Service - Red, Gold and Royal CordLeadership Position - Black, Yellow and Red Cord

Student Veterans AssociationRed, White and Blue Cord

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CEREMONIAL TRADITIONS

The gonfalon, a flag that hangs from a crosspiece or frame, originated in the medieval republics of Italy as an ensign of the state of office. Gonfalons have been adopted in many universities around the world as college or institutional insignias.

The two navy gonfalons displayed represent the two academic schools of Rogers State University. The RSU gonfalons and university logo were designed by James Randall Riggs, BA ‘04.

The third gonfalon represents the Department of Education at Cameron University. It includes a blue bar at the top of the gonfalon, which is the traditional academic color that represents education, and black and gold at the bottom, which are the colors of Cameron University. The book and lamp symbolize a love for learning and the lifelong quest for knowledge. The Department of Education prides itself on preparing future teachers to be caring, competent and committed educators.

The Cameron gonfalon was designed by Ann Morris.

School ofProfessional

Studies

School ofArts &

Sciences

GONFALONS

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The mace symbolizes the authority of the faculty in academic matters and the practice of shared governance within the university. During the Middle Ages, the mace was an effective weapon in battle. As newer and more powerful arms were developed, its military significance diminished and it was transformed into a symbol of authority. The earliest ceremonial maces were borne by bodyguards of the 12th century English and French kings. By the end of the 16th century, they were used widely by officials of English cities and towns. Today, the use of the ceremonial mace is found in the British Houses of Parliament and it is carried before ecclesiastical dignitaries and in university ceremonies.

The Mace

Carrying the mace has long been a commencement tradition at Rogers State University. Each year, a veteran faculty member bears the mace. This year, Dr. Hugh Foley, Professor of Fine Arts, assumes this honor.

The mace is a six-foot walnut staff featuring the gold dome of Preparatory Hall at the top and the university seal on four sides. Five stripes at its base signify the institution’s various incarnations, including the Oklahoma Military Academy and the present-day university.

The mace was designed by Gary Moeller, Emeritus Professor of Fine Arts, and was crafted by Jerry Emanuel, a Claremore artist.

Mace Bearer

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PIXLEY AWARD

The Pixley Excellence in Education Award is the highest honor bestowed upon a member of the RSU faculty. It recognizes excellence in all areas of faculty accomplishment: teaching, scholarship, creativity and service. The recipient is selected on the basis of a peer nomination and review process conducted by the RSU faculty. The Pixley award is made possible by the Pixley Endowment for Excellence in Education at RSU.

PIXLEY AWARD RECIPIENTS

2005 Dr. Min Soe

2006 Dr. Sue Katz-Amburn

2007 Dr. Dana Gray

2008 Dr. Hugh Foley

2009 Mr. Bryce Brimer

2010 Mr. Denny Schmickle

2011 Dr. Mary Mackie

2012 Dr. Emily Dial-Driver

2013 Dr. Min Soe

2014 Dr. Juliet Evusa

2015 Dr. Brian Andrews

2016 Dr. James Ford


2018 Dr. David Johnk

2019 Mr. R. Curtis Sparling

2020 Dr. Marla Smith


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2021 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIESMAY 8

Mace Bearer’s Proclamation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Hugh FoleyProfessor

The National Anthem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Natalie Martin

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Larry RicePresident

Commencement Remarks, Faculty Senate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Frank ElwellProfessor/ Chair, Faculty Senate

Commencement Remarks, Student Government Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trent SieverPast President, SGA

Recognition of Retiring Faculty and Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Richard BeckVice President for Academic Affairs

Recognition of Faculty Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Richard BeckVice President for Academic Affairs

Recognition of Graduates with Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Richard BeckVice President for Academic Affairs

Certification of Candidates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Richard BeckVice President for Academic Affairs

Conferring of Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Larry RicePresident

Presentation of Graduates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Hugh FoleyProfessor

Alma Mater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Led by Natalie Martin

Closing Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Larry RicePresident

Please remain seated until the platform party has exited the stage .

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A.A. – Associate in Arts A.S. – Associate in Science A.A.S. – Associate in Applied Science

School of Arts and Sciences Emma G. AdamsA.A.Elementary EducationOwasso, OK

Katelyn Michelle AlexanderA.A.Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

Stephanie BarteeA.A.Elementary EducationPryor, OK

Sandra Lee BeardenA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionPryor, OK

Julia A. BlackfoxA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

Sarah Ann BoydA.A.Liberal Arts - Native American Studies OptionBartlesville, OK

Riley Marie BuckA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionSkiatook, OK

Perla Campos tA.A.Social Science - Sociology OptionBuffalo, OK

Arianne Michelle CarterA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

Christina M. Cervantes A.A.Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

Samantha Kay ChambersA.A.Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

Kaitlyn Rae Church tA.A.Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

CANDIDATES FOR ASSOCIATE DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES

Cassandra ClarkA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionSedan, KS

Kelsey Lynn CollinsA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionPryor, OK

Sydney Marie ConnellyA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionCresent, OK

Kamisha S. ConnerA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Lindsay ConnerA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionLocust Grove, OK

Ashton E. Cowart tA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Sheridan LaShell CrawfordA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Natalie Marie DavisA.A.Elementary EducationDewey, OK

Gabriella Adriana Sophia Decker A.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

Lacie Nicole Drewes A.A.Liberal Arts - GeneralPryor, OK

Skye Victoria DudleyA.A.Secondary Education - Social Studies OptionBristow, OK

Brandon Warren DuganA.A.Social Science - History OptionSkiatook, OK

Savannah E. DumasA.A.Elementary EducationEl Paso, TX

Jackson Rice Duncan A.A.Secondary Education - Social Studies OptionBartlesville, OK

Elizabeth G. FarmerA.A.Liberal Arts - English OptionPryor, OK

Mackenzie B. FeslerA.A.Social Science - Sociology OptionBartlesville, OK

Kayla Ann Fetters A.A.Secondary EducationVinita, OK

Jordan Cheyenne M. GagnonA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Katelyn Elizabeth GarrettA.A.Elementary EducationChouteau, OK

Caitlin Wynona GilreathA.A.Social Science - Sociology OptionWagoner, OK

Maddison C. GordonA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionPryor, OK

Olivia G. GossA.A.Social Science - Sociology OptionVinita, OK

Cheyenne L. GreenA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionOwasso, OK

Hailey Helen Gunn A.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionMesquite, TX

Brendan HallA.A.Social Science - Political Science OptionAvant, OK

Kylee Dawn HarrellA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionOklahoma City, OK

Tori Colleen Hensley vA.A.Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

Kara Aliibeth HighfieldA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionOwasso, OK

Shawn Michael HinesA.A.Secondary Education - Social Studies OptionTulsa, OK

Trey David HintonA.A.Secondary Education - Social Studies OptionClaremore, OK

Christopher J. Holland vA.A.Liberal Arts - GeneralClaremore, OK

Lindsey Jordan Hughes tA.A.Elementary EducationChelsea, OK

Tina Husong A.A.Liberal Arts - GeneralPryor, OK

Morgan L Jones A.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionVerdigris, OK

Caitlin Brianna KingA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionSapulpa, OK

Emily Joy LanfordA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

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v Summa Cum Laude t Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude © Honors Program £ President’s Leadership Class

Asia Jade LayA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

Misty Sonshine Lee A.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Shelby N. LemmonsA.S.Biological ScienceClaremore, OK

Rayme C. LeonardA.A.Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

Shaunette Faye LindsayA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionAda, OK

Jacob Mansfield LomaxA.S.Physical Science - Engineering/Physics/Math OptionClaremore, OK

Kyle Wayne LongA.S.Biological ScienceClaremore, OK

Michaelle R. McBeeA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionCollinsville, OK

Tarah Ellen McCorkle vA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Gabrielle D. McDadeA.A.Elementary EducationPryor, OK

LaTosha Kay McFarlandA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionEdmond, OK

Nautica ShaRay MishionA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

Peyton Laine MooreA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Katie Diane NewcombA.A.Liberal Arts - GeneralBartlesville, OK

Randi L. NicholsA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Allison J. NixonA.A.Secondary Education - Social Studies OptionBartlesville, OK

Sydney Anne NovarA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionOwasso, OK

Kristen Marie PartainA.A.Secondary EducationBella Vista, AR

Skylar K. PeasterA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionCatoosa, OK

Tierra PhelpsA.S.Biological ScienceBroken Arrow, OK

Miguelangel Pineda Soto tA.S.Physical Science - Chemistry OptionOklahoma City, OK

Chase PutnamA.A.Secondary Education - Social Studies OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Kimberly RabangA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Nicolas Alexander ReedA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Donna K. Reed-GabrielA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionChelsea, OK

Sara Makayla SandersA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionInola, OK

Ashley Marie SaylorA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Jalexa SchellA.A.Liberal Arts - GeneralMuskogee, OK

Judy ShrumA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionVinita, OK

Emily C. Siple A.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Sierra Ann SmithA.S.Biological ScienceClaremore, OK

Bethany Ann Nicole Spalding tA.A.Elementary EducationBartlesville, OK

Teagan Wyn StanleyA.S.Biological ScienceTahlequah, OK

Ashley L. StricklandA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Emily Renee Thomas tA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Piper Nicole Thompson tA.A.Liberal Arts - GeneralBartlesville, OK

Riley Colton TuthillA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionChickasha, OK

Samantha Ruth WallA.A.Elementary EducationSalina, OK

Sarah Janann WilliamsA.A.Elementary EducationCollinsville, OK

Katlyn Riley WillisA.A.Secondary EducationOwasso, OK

Linda WilsonA.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionFoyil, OK

Rachel Loraine WittmanA.A.Liberal Arts - GeneralMiddleburg, FL

Penny Wright A.A.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

School of Professional StudiesDennis L. Ackley tA.A.AccountingSalina, OK

Jacob AinesworthA.A.AccountingBartlesville, OK

Emily Ryan AkersA.A.Business AdministrationSkiatook, OK

Adam AmaralA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Emily Breann Bell tA.A.Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Colt M. BerryA.A.Business AdministrationBroken Arrow, OK

Tanahiry S. BirruetaA.A.Business AdministrationOwasso, OK

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A.A. – Associate in Arts A.S. – Associate in Science A.A.S. – Associate in Applied Science

Jakob K. BlattlerA.A.AccountingBartlesville, OK

Jessica Tyler BowersA.A.Business AdministrationNowata, OK

Shawnna LeAnn BrewingtonA.A.S.NursingClaremore, OK

Carly R. BunnellA.A.S.Nursing - Bridge Paramedic/LPN to RNClaremore, OK

Samuel J. ChapmanA.A.Criminal Justice - Collegiate Officer Program OptionTulsa, OK

Caleb Aaron DavisA.A.AccountingClaremore, OK

Nolan T. DavisA.A.Business AdministrationPryor, OK

Koby Lance EsteinA.A.Criminal Justice - Collegiate Officer Program OptionInola, OK

Juan Felipe EstradaA.A.Business AdministrationTulsa, OK

Gabriel Elijah FooteA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Karlee Dawn FowbleA.A.Business AdministrationChandler, OK

Gage Michael GardnerA.A.AccountingBartlesville, OK

Billy Jacob GarrisonA.S.Computer ScienceClaremore, OK

Courtney Nicole GoodellA.A.Business AdministrationNowata, OK

Chasidy N. GordonA.A.AccountingCollinsville, OK

Brandi Allison HaymanA.A.Business AdministrationBarnsdall, OK

Alma Delia Henning tA.A.AccountingBartlesville, OK

Trevor Kennan HorinekA.A.S.Applied TechnologyBartlesville, OK

Jennifer Ann JacksonA.S.Computer ScienceVinita, OK

Christian Saul JassoA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Amos JohnsonA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Andrea G. JolliffA.A.S.NursingOwasso, OK

Anas M. KhanA.S.Computer ScienceTulsa, OK

Sarah Danielle KohlerA.A.Business AdministrationTalala, OK

Shelby N. LemmonsA.A.Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Zachary E. LenonA.A.S.Emergency Medical ServicesBig Cabin, OK

Mariqua D’Shay LewisA.A.Business AdministrationMuskogee, OK

Sean ManningA.A.Business AdministrationTulsa, OK

Brock Allen MartinA.A.S.Applied TechnologyBig Cabin, OK

William M. McCrayA.A.Criminal Justice - Collegiate Officer Program OptionJenks, OK

Jessica Patrisia MelendezA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Tanya Gayle MilamA.A.Business AdministrationBeggs, OK

Steve MorganA.A.S.Applied TechnologyOwasso, OK

Bailey Ruth MullinsA.A.Business AdministrationTulsa, OK

Sierra J. Parrett A.A.Business AdministrationNowata, OK

Jacob E. RodriguezA.A.S.Emergency Medical ServicesBroken Arrow, OK

Kelsie M. ScottA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Emily Denise SellersA.A.AccountingBartlesville, OK

Stephane C. SpurlockA.A.AccountingPryor, OK

Emily Ann StamperA.A.Business AdministrationLocust Grove, OK

Jesseca Lee Sturgeon tA.A.Business AdministrationWann, OK

Kellie Anne TalbottA.A.Business AdministrationWann, OK

Tyson Andrew TeagueA.S.Computer ScienceKansas, OK

Jonathan Gonzalez TrinidadA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Miranda Sue ValdezA.A.Criminal Justice - Collegiate Officer Program OptionBartlesville, OK

Madison LaVada VanceA.A.S.Emergency Medical ServicesPrue, OK

Billy Sayauvong VangA.S.Computer ScienceCollinsville, OK

Richard Alan WaltersA.A.S.Applied TechnologyBartlesville, OK

Katie Sue WardA.A.Business AdministrationBartlesville, OK

Jazmine Star WoodA.A.Business AdministrationPryor, OK


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School of Arts and Sciences Colton Dean AnglinB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionSapulpa, OK

James Dylan Axsom tB.A.Communications - Strategic Communications OptionTulsa, OK

Ashley Rachel BaileyB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionRamona, OK

Logan Paul BakerB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionClaremore, OK

Mackenzie Hannah Belyeu v£B.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionEdmond, OK

Iryna BilichakB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionTulsa, OK

Alexander James BilinskiB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionOologah, OK

Katie Raye BlansettB.A.Public Affairs - Public AdministrationGlenpool, OK

Katelin BowenB.A.Public Affairs - Public AdministrationClaremore, OK

Brandon Rex BradshawB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionPomona, CA

CANDIDATES FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES

Jake M. Brillhart v©B.A.Public Affairs - Public AdministrationCollinsville, OK

Brady David BrimB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionClaremore, OK

Alicia K. BrownB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionLeavenworth, KS

Zane Caleb BrumleyB.A.Liberal Arts - English OptionBartlesville, OK

April Diane BuchananB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionVinita, OK

Avery Augusta BuckB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionOklahoma City, OK

Paige M. BurnsB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Kelci Rose Buss tB.F.A.Visual Arts - Graphic Design OptionCollinsville, OK

Grace Irene CampbellB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionOverbrook, OK

Perla Campos tB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionBuffalo, OK

Morgan Nicole CarrB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionTulsa, OK

Caitlyn D. CashB.A.Liberal Arts - English OptionClaremore, OK

Jae L. ChastainB.A.Public Affairs - Public AdministrationPryor, OK

Peyton Melissa Chill t©B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionTulsa, OK

Hanna E. ChomoshB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Kendra R. Clark B.A.History - American History OptionCollinsville, OK

Noel Sophia Cleveland tB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Amanda M. CoatsB.A.History - General History OptionChelsea, OK

Belinda D. ConleyB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Jarrod Quinton Cooper ©B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionOwasso, OK

Jacqueline CosmaiB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionPryor, OK

Lucy Marie DavisB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionAfton, OK

Scott Lloyd DavisB.S.Community CounselingCollinsville, OK

Adrian J. DouglassB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Ashlyn Nicole Dunn B.S.Community CounselingOwasso, OK

Marie Anne Dyroff ©B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Taylor Grace EarpB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionGlenpool, OK

Cade Douglas EdwardsB.S.Social Science - Environmental StudiesCatoosa, OK

Jordan Rachelle EgglestonB.A.Communications - Broadcast and New Media OptionTulsa, OK

Lauren E. EnloeB.S.Social Science - Environmental StudiesClaremore, OK

Ronnie Paul EpperlyB.S.Community CounselingClaremore, OK

Blanca C. EsparzaB.F.A.Visual Arts - Multimedia OptionClaremore, OK

Yleana A. EsparzaB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

John Frank EspinozaB.G.S.General StudiesOwasso, OK

Anna Marie Evans B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Barbara Ann EvansB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

B.A. – Bachelor of Arts B.F.A. – Bachelor of Fine Arts B.S. – Bachelor of Science B.T. – Bachelor of Technology

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Justin Taylor EvansB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionOwasso, OK

Miguel Angel Flores B.A.Communications - Broadcast and New Media OptionTulsa, OK

Mariana Flores GuajardoB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Callyn Francisco B.A.Liberal Arts - Global Humanities OptionTulsa, OK

Elizabeth Jayne Garner t£B.A.Liberal Arts - Global Humanities OptionMannford, OK

Jill LeAnn GarrisonB.S.Community CounselingBartlesville, OK

Elizabeth Garzanelli B.F.A.Visual Arts - Multimedia OptionSand Springs, OK

Mary Laurel Gaston tB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionOwasso, OK

Joshua GlazebrookB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionChouteau, OK

Erin M. GordonB.F.A.Visual Arts - Studio OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Olivia G. GossB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionVinita, OK

Hannah K. Gray tB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Lyndsey L. GudisB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Amanda N. HaileyB.A.History - American History OptionBartlesville, OK

Jeffrey Samuel Hammontree tB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionSkiatook, OK

Daniel Ray HarrisB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionTulsa, OK

Taylor P. Helmuth B.F.A.Visual Arts - Studio OptionPryor, OK

Amanda J. HollenbeckB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionNowata, OK

Tucker D. Hopkins tB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Nathanael J. HullB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionClaremore, OK

Stephanie Maria Ivison tB.F.A.Visual Arts - Photographic Arts OptionTulsa, OK

Kelsi Ann Jackson B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Kaylee Jo JimboyB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionOklahoma City, OK

DarciJo M. Johnson t©B.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Mattie Grace Johnston £B.S.Community CounselingOwasso, OK

Amiee J. Jones ©B.A.Liberal Arts - English OptionCoweta, OK

Megan Marie JonesB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionChelsea, OK

Preston A. JonesB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionClaremore, OK

Brittany Dyan KincaidB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Sheridan A. KingB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionCollinsville, OK

Austin D. KirkpatrickB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionSperry, OK

Sarah Elizabeth Knaust v©B.A.Liberal Arts - English OptionClaremore, OK

Jeffrey M. LakeB.G.S.General StudiesTulsa, OK

Amanda E. LaningB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionPryor, OK

Rebecca J. LattyB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionSalina, OK

Tayler Leann LeeB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionHenryetta, OK

Chacy Emmanuel Ong Llido B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionSperry, OK

Jacquelyn Lonewolf B.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionSapulpa, OK

Laci Mae LordB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionCollinsville, OK

Ricardo LynchB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionLauderhill, FL

Meghan Annalise MalcomB.G.S.General StudiesTulsa, OK

Ian Michael MarcumB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionCollinsville, OK

Giselle MartinezB.S.Social Science - Sociology OptionTulsa, OK

Marcus May B.A.Liberal Arts - Global Humanities OptionShawnee, OK

Katlyn Marie McDonald tB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Audrey Lynn McGuireB.S.Community CounselingTulsa, OK

Karleigh Paige McMahan ©£B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionWagoner, OK

Christian James MerriwetherB.A.Communications - Corporate Communications OptionHayward, CA

Chloe Elizabeth Miller £B.S.Community CounselingPryor, OK


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Mary F. MooreB.F.A.Visual Arts - Graphic Design OptionBartlesville, OK

Preston W. MooreB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionSkiatook, OK

Andrea Marie Morales B.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionEl Paso, TX

Stephanie Michelle MunfordB.G.S.General StudiesOwasso, OK

James C. NealB.A.Liberal Arts - Global Humanities OptionJay, OK

Madison Taylor NickellB.S.Community CounselingCollinsville, OK

Whitney Elayne NormanB.S.Social Science - Sociology OptionClaremore, OK

Kristal Lee NorrisB.A.Public Affairs - Public AdministrationClaremore, OK

Ifunanya MaryJane NwokoloB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

Jonathan NyanyounB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionTulsa, OK

Alaina R. Orban t©B.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionClaremore, OK

Thomas J. PalmerB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionClaremore, OK

Anne M. ParkerB.S.Community CounselingClaremore, OK

Emily G. Parker t©B.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionOwasso, OK

Natalie Jean PascoeB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionOologah, OK

Lauren Janae PhillipsB.S.Community CounselingBroken Arrow, OK

Megan PorterB.A.Liberal Arts - English OptionCatoosa, OK

Keri M. PunneoB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionBartlesville, OK

Ethan B. ReyesB.A.Social EntrepreneurshipBroken Arrow, OK

Christopher S. ReynoldsB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionTulsa, OK

Tyler Edward RiedelB.A.History - General History OptionTalala, OK

Devin L. RobertsB.S.Social Science - Sociology OptionWestville, OK

Taylor Darian RoepkeB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionTulsa, OK

Tyrel Neal RogersB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionCatoosa, OK

Dakota Renee RossB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionChelsea, OK

Isaiah John RossB.A.History - General History OptionClaremore, OK

Lindsey Ruth RussellB.A.Liberal Arts - Global Humanities OptionKellyville, OK

Valerie Laurynn RussellB.G.S.General StudiesOwasso, OK

Charity SandersB.A.Military HistoryStillwater, OK

Miranda Lauren SandersB.A.History - General History OptionCatoosa, OK

Kirby Chuck Scott B.F.A.Visual Arts - Multimedia OptionEnid, OK

Luke R. ScottB.F.A.Visual Arts - Graphic Design OptionEnid, OK

Brooke SelbyB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Rachel LeAnn SimmonsB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionKetchum, OK

Jackson Kaj SimonsgaardB.S.Social Science - Sociology OptionThousand Oaks, CA

Lauren Elizabeth Smith v£B.S.Community CounselingLocust Grove, OK

Logan McKay Smith t©B.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionPryor, OK

David A. StandingwaterB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionLocust Grove, OK

Maegen N. SwensonB.A.Communications - Broadcast and New Media OptionPonca City, OK

Miranda Elise Thibodeau tB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionOwasso, OK

Elizabeth L. ThroneB.F.A.Visual Arts - Graphic Design OptionBartlesville, OK

Jennifer Hong Tran tB.F.A.Visual Arts - Graphic Design OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Brittany Ann TurnageB.S.Community CounselingBroken Arrow, OK

Alison N. TurnerB.G.S.General StudiesClaremore, OK

Colton Drue Wagoner tB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionTalala, OK

Evan Paige Wallace v©B.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionOwasso, OK

Dru Donavan WallisB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Aaron G. WareB.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionGlenpool, OK

Tori Eileen WashburnB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionCollinsville, OK

Coleton Wayne WesleyB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionBeggs, OK


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Dallas WestB.A.Liberal Arts - English OptionClaremore, OK

Kaleb Whitcraft B.S.Biology - Environmental Conservation OptionSand Springs, OK

Gloria LaChris WhiteB.S.Community CounselingTulsa, OK

Dayton Michael WickhamB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

Breona Haley Williams tB.A.Communications - Strategic Communications OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Samantha Nicole WillisB.A.Communications - Corporate Communications OptionCollinsville, OK

Jordan A. WrightB.A.Communications - Radio-Television OptionShawnee, OK

Katie C. WrightB.F.A.Visual Arts - Graphic Design OptionNowata, OK

Omar Saleh ZarroukB.S.Biology - Medical/Molecular OptionClaremore, OK

School of Professional Studies Jennifer R. AdamsB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionClaremore, OK

Jessica R. AdkinsB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionTalala, OK

Daniel Ali tB.S.Business Information Technology - Software Development & Multimedia OptionBartlesville, OK

Cairo R. AllenB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionLondon, England

Kaitlyn Denea AllenB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Kelsey M. AllenB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Lauren Alexis AlleyB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Jordan Elizabeth AllgoodB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusBartlesville, OK

Cinthya M. Alonzo JimenezB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Sabrina Nicole Anguiano tB.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre Athletic Training OptionRiverside, CA

Kelsey D. ArmontroutB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionPryor, OK

Brandy Janice AsberryB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Samuel A. AshleyB.S.Justice Administration - Collegiate Officer ProgramOwasso, OK

Jennifer L. AustinB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Savannah Leigh AutreyB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Rachel L. BabcockB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNCatoosa, OK

Brooke RayLee BaileyB.S.NursingHulbert, OK

Morgan Faith BarhamB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionBarnsdall, OK

Abbagail Louella BarnesB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBartlesville, OK

Justin Michael BarnesB.S.Justice Administration - Law JusticeOwasso, OK

Haley BarrB.S.Nursing - LPN/Bridge to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Kelsey Lynn Bart t£B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Shelby Paige BartlettB.S.NursingMannford, OK

Emily Rose BayneB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionTulsa, OK

Roseanna BearpawB.T.Applied TechnologyTahlequah, OK

David BeckB.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionChelsea, OK

Edward BeckB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionTulsa, OK

Kelsey Anne Bellmyer tB.S.NursingOwasso, OK

Deicy BencomoB.S.Justice Administration - Collegiate Officer ProgramSperry, OK

Hannah Elizabeth BergnerB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Madelyn R. BewleyB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Ashleigh D. BoggsB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Makayla Dawn BowmanB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionSperry, OK

Donna Boyle B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNOwasso, OK

Kathy Renee BreedenB.S.Organizational Leadership - Social Studies FocusSalina, OK

Kylee S. BrewerB.S.NursingPryor, OK

Maggie Lee Brown B.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre-Occupational Therapy OptionGlendora, CA


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Courtney Lynn BrownB.S.NursingBroken Arrow, OK

Kristian B. Brown tB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNMounds, OK

Kaleigh Dohn Bryant B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBartlesville, OK

Ryan BudderB.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionSalina, OK

Sydney L. BukhresB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionCollinsville, OK

Lindsey Michelle ButzB.S.Nursing - LPN/Bridge to BSNCatoosa, OK

Karina M. CappellettiB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNOwasso, OK

Leonardo R. CastroB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionHouston, TX

Taylor D. Charles t£B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Jacquelin ChavezB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionTulsa, OK

Nathan William ChlumskyB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionBartlesville, OK

Sarah Anne Cirilo tB.S.NursingCollinsville, OK

Allison N. ClaybornB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNJenks, OK

Cody ColeB.S.Justice Administration - Collegiate Officer ProgramClaremore, OK

John Chandler Cook B.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionClaremore, OK

Elizabeth Ann CorblyB.S.Organizational Leadership - Social Studies FocusCatoosa, OK

Kolton Wayne CorrB.S.Business Information Technology - Computer Network Administration OptionClaremore, OK

Grant Alan Crupper vB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionPryor, OK

Stacy N. CrutchfieldB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionChouteau, OK

Ty Dustin CrutchfieldB.S.NursingInola, OK

Danielle Nicole CulpB.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre-Occupational Therapy OptionClaremore, OK

Angela Marie Dahl B.T.Applied TechnologyJay, OK

Emily D. Dake tB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionOwasso, OK

Carson Danley tB.S.NursingClaremore, OK

Matthew Tyler DarnellB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Jessica DavisB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionChautauqua, KS

Mark Daniel Davis B.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionClaremore, OK

Dillon R. DeanB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionNorman, OK

Rylee Ann DeLozier tB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionCollinsville, OK

Mariah Shae Dobson ©B.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionNowata, OK

Cody DoughertyB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionOwasso, OK

Megan EdgecombeB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNCollinsville, OK

Courtney Nicole EllisB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNChelsea, OK

Hannah Marie Ennis B.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionCatoosa, OK

Robert Blake EnzbrennerB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionOwasso, OK

Koby Lance EsteinB.S.Justice Administration - Collegiate Officer ProgramInola, OK

Breyana Faythe Estep B.S.NursingCleveland, OK

Julien EstopadoB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNCharlottesville, VA

Caleb T. EvansB.S.Justice Administration- Cyber InvestigationRose, OK

Aaron FarmerB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionClaremore, OK

Christine A. FleckB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNPeggs, OK

Christina Joy FlowersB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusTulsa, OK

Azaria FloydB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionRacine, WI

Dianna Kensington Fly B.S.NursingOwasso, OK

Christina ForbusB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNInola, OK

Karla L. FourkillerB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusKansas, OK


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Miranda FoustB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusTulsa, OK

Ryan Lane FoxB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNOwasso, OK

Aggie Christian LeeAnn FranklinB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionCaney, KS

Madeline Marie FranklinB.S.Nursing - LPN/Bridge to BSNTulsa, OK

Lukas Brody FreemanB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusTulsa, OK

William C. Fullhart tB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusClaremore, OK

Caitie GannB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionChelsea, OK

Graci Michelle Gann £B.S.NursingSalina, OK

Gage Michael GardnerB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionBartlesville, OK

Kindell Renee GarnerB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNPryor, OK

Grace Lynn GarrisonB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionTalala, OK

Linda F. GaulrappB.S.Business Information Technology - Software Development & Multimedia OptionClaremore, OK

Megan GetterB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Kayla GilpinB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionSouth Coffeyville, OK

Taylor GlennB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusCollinsville, OK

Ingrid Daniela Gomez tB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Stacy Lynne GoumazB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Macy Taylor GreenB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionClaremore, OK

Jared GrimB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNOwasso, OK

Maryah GuiceB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNOklahoma City, OK

Madison Nicole HackettB.S.NursingBixby, OK

Brendan HallB.S.Justice Administration - Collegiate Officer ProgramAvant, OK

Jennifer Renee HallB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusTulsa, OK

Rachel Ann HallB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Jacob Charles Hammond B.S.Justice Administration - Law JusticeOwasso, OK

Christina Raye Hampton B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBig Cabin, OK

Brian Keith HarnessB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionOverland Park, KS

Bria HarrisB.S.NursingTulsa, OK

Shania HarrisB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionSalina, OK

Lauren Harshfield B.S.Justice Administration - Law JusticeOwasso, OK

Mason HarveyB.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionCamarillo, CA

Tyler A. HastingsB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Gracy Kathryn Head t£B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

William A. HeathB.T.Applied TechnologyCollinsville, OK

Alexys Paige HeavenerB.S.NursingTulsa, OK

Brooke Michelle HenleyB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionBartlesville, OK

Genny Adesta HenryB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionOchelata, OK

Tracey Leigh HenryB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Janell Leslie-Ann Hernandez B.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre-Occupational Therapy OptionValley Villiage, CA

Victoria Leigh HertB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionCollinsville, OK

Angela ReNae HicksB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionNowata, OK

Ashley Marie HilburnB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNWelch, OK

Alexander Kime HinsonB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Brandy N. HolmesB.S.NursingTulsa, OK

Callum David Edward HubbleB.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionClaremore, OK


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Andrea L. HurdB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionTulsa, OK

Sethlynne Paige IngramB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionPryor, OK

Heather Dawn IrbyB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNSapulpa, OK

Nathanael E. Jarboe £B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionOklahoma City, OK

Bailey Erin Jarvis B.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionOwasso, OK

Zoe Danielle JindraB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionTulsa, OK

Sean Lee JohnsonB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNCollinsville, OK

Charity L. Jones B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBarnsdall, OK

George JonesB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Zachary Edward Kays B.S.Justice Administration - Law JusticeClaremore, OK

Casey Jane KelloggB.S.NursingCollinsville, OK

Colton T. KeysB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNSkiatook, OK

Madison Leigh KinardB.S.NursingSapulpa, OK

Colton Tyler KingB.S.NursingTulsa, OK

Shelby Nicole KingB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionNowata, OK

Tyler J. KnoxB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Jessica L. KohpayB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionBartlesville, OK

Kenzie Ann LambB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionOwasso, OK

Ariel Marie LandrumB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionTulsa, OK

Joshua LangB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionBroken Arrow, OK

Daniel Ray Littlefield tB.S.NursingLocust Grove, OK

Courtney Dawn Loewe B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNCollinsville, OK

Adam A. LongB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionOologah, OK

Hannah L. Lovy v©B.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionSapulpa, OK

Amanda K. LucasB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNProctor, OK

Daniel Lucas tB.T.Applied TechnologyClaremore, OK

Jamie MakerB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionHominy, OK

Cin Kim MangB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionJenks, OK

Harley Ray MartinB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionSand Springs, OK

Jereme Franklin McCollumB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionClaremore, OK

Amy McCoyB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

William M. McCrayB.S.Social Science - Psychology OptionJenks, OK

Collin McHughB.T.Applied TechnologyEdmond, OK

Lindsey Lea McMillan t©B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Hayden I. McNutt t©B.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionAntlers, OK

Sierra Lynn MeadowsB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionStrang, OK

Ameera Bianca MendozaB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Chloe Marie Meydag £B.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionOwasso, OK

Chase MillerB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionTulsa, OK

Philip R. Miller B.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionBartlesville, OK

Tayten R. MillerB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Jennifer D. Mills B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBartlesville, OK

Brennan J. Mobarak t©B.T.Applied Technology - Cybersecurity and Information AssuranceYukon, OK

Holly M. MooreB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusOwasso, OK

Seth E. Moore B.S.Business Information Technology - Game DevelopmentLocust Grove, OK


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Toni D. MorganB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Madison Lynn MullinaxB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionOwasso, OK

Robert Murdock B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Christina N. MurphyB.S.Justice Administration - Law JusticeTulsa, OK

Baylee Marie MurrayB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionCushing, OK

Sydney J. Murray tB.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre Athletic Training OptionWichita, KS

Caitlyn Jean-Marie NgareB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

April Dawn NobleB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Dalton Thomas NolandB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionClaremore, OK

Cassandra Yemi OlawaleB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusTulsa, OK

Hannah Claudette OverstreetB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Kiera B. ParkerB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Alfred Brewster PeacockB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Katarina R. PerezB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionClaremore, OK

Thuy Nhu PhamB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Elijah W. PhillipsB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionClaremore, OK

Ashleigh R. PittsB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionOchelata, OK

Grayson Malia PlewB.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre Athletic Training OptionJenks, OK

Jaime Abrahan Ponce B.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionEnid, OK

Carrie Elizabeth PortaB.S.Organizational Leadership - Social Studies FocusBartlesville, OK

Stephanie Lee Posch B.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionBartlesville, OK

Ragina A. PrehnB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Katherine Lee PriceB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Paige PriceB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionCoffeyville, KS

Elizabeth Nicole ProtzmanB.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionClaremore, OK

Kayla Lanee’ PruittB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionDayton, TX

Derek E. PurdumB.T.Applied TechnologyOwasso, OK

Jerrod Ross Quindt tB.T.Applied TechnologyBartlesville, OK

Aaron Joseph RaccaB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNAnna, TX

Vanna L. Racca B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNAnna, TX

Rhiannon M. RainsB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNPryor, OK

Jesus Ramirez Gaytan B.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionTulsa, OK

Jacob Michael RamseyB.S.Organizational Leadership- Liberal Studies FocusClaremore, OK

Kylie Don Ray t£B.S.NursingBroken Arrow, OK

Faith Ann Rector tB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Tailee A. RedingB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionWatts, OK

Erikah Reed B.S.NursingTahlequah, OK

Logan Taylor RhamesB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusCollinsville, OK

Lauren Elise RiceB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionOwasso, OK

Ali Cheyenne RileyB.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre-Physical Therapy OptionTulsa, OK

Jeremy M. RobertsonB.S.Business Information Technology - Computer Network Administration OptionDelaware, OK

Elizabeth RobledoB.S.Organizational Leadership - Social Studies FocusRamona, OK

Autumn G. RoeckerB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionRamona, OK

Joshua Ryan Rogers ©B.S.Business Information Technology - Software Development & Multimedia OptionEdmond, OK


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Ruth Ana RossB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Dylan Chase Russell B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionCollinsville, OK

McKayla Ryan RutherfordB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionGrove, OK

Payton SabolskiB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionGarland, TX

Bria L. Salazar B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionGlendora, CA

April Yvette SallisB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusMuskogee, OK

Zareth San JuanB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusBartlesville, OK

Chase Sanchez B.S.Business Information Technology - Software Development & Multimedia OptionOwasso, OK

Clayton Sanders B.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionOwasso, OK

Logan Taylor SchovanecB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionCollinsville, OK

Taylor Noel SchwierB.S.NursingCoweta, OK

Francisco J. Serrano tB.S.Business Information Technology - Software Development & Multimedia OptionBartlesville, OK

Jasmine L. SheffeyB.S.NursingTulsa, OK

Mrittanie ShellyB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNHulbert, OK

Tiffany Renee ShortB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Asimah A. SkeltonB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Brady SmithB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Jessica SmithB.S.Organizational Leadership - Social Studies FocusClaremore, OK

Kelsey D. SmithB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNSperry, OK

Neil SoodB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionCatoosa, OK

Sara L. SpencerB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusSapulpa, OK

Alaina M. Sprague B.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionClaremore, OK

Jordan Tyler StampB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionBrantford, Canada

Jennifer A. Stanglin B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNLocust Grove, OK

Cole StartzB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionBartlesville, OK

Tiffany Michele Steelmon B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Bailey Stringer tB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionOwasso, OK

Jayne Rene StringfellowB.S.Business Administration - Human Resources Management OptionSkiatook, OK

Madelyn Grace Suitor t©B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionCollinsville, OK

Marques Edward Deon SumnerB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionNorth Augusta, SC

Jeremy A. SurrettB.S.Business Information Technology - Computer Network Administration OptionBartlesville, OK

Shala Jean Sutter tB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBeggs, OK

Jason A. Swanson tB.S.Business Information Technology - Computer Network Administration OptionSperry, OK

Hannah SwiftB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNClaremore, OK

Michael Paul TarltonB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionOklahoma City, OK

Abigail Brianna Leigh TaylorB.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre-Physical Therapy OptionOklahoma City, OK

Chester Eugene Taylor tB.S.Business Information Technology - Computer Network Administration OptionOklahoma City, OK

Alexandra M. TeelB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNCollinsville, OK

Evan Lee TeelB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionTulsa, OK

Megan TharpsB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Alfred Windell ThomasB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionFlorence, MS

Catrina TorresB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionPryor, OK

Zyong Anh Tran B.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionClaremore, OK

Laurel M. Trumble B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBartlesville, OK


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Brittany TullB.S.Business Administration - Marketing OptionClaremore, OK

Dalton TurnerB.S.Business Administration - Accounting OptionClaremore, OK

Michael David TurnerB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Brielle Marie TyselingB.S.Justice Administration - Law JusticeLakeside, CA

Pa Kou Vang B.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Brandon D. VarnellB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionCollinsville, OK

Dathan J. Wade v©B.T.Applied Technology - Cybersecurity and Information AssuranceClaremore, OK

Kirk Don WahlgrenB.S.Justice Administration - Collegiate Officer ProgramOwasso, OK

Maddison WalkerB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Caroline WangsgardB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Matthew Jay WardB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusPryor, OK

Elexis Watson B.S.Allied Health Sciences - Pre-Physical Therapy OptionMuskogee, OK

Jordan Jamahl WatsonB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionClaremore, OK

Melissa LeeAnn Watson vB.S.NursingClaremore, OK

Kassandra May WeiesnbachB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionClaremore, OK

Ashley Elizabeth WelchB.T.Applied Technology - Cybersecurity and Information AssuranceOwasso, OK

Jeremy Jack WhiteB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusSkiatook, OK

Amanda B. WhitedB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNSand Springs, OK

Chad Wayne WilliamsB.S.NursingBartlesville, OK

Mandy K. Williams vB.S.NursingClaremore, OK

Ethan A. WilsonB.T.Applied Technology - Cybersecurity and Information AssuranceVinita, OK

Lauren G. WireB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Dalton Gray Wolf tB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionSperry, OK

Kimberly Marie Wood B.S.Business Administration - Management OptionPalm Bay, FL

Trenton J. WoodB.S.Sport Management - Fitness Management OptionClaremore, OK

Cheyenne N. WoodallB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNRamona, OK

Case Jeffery Woodard tB.S.Business Administration - Management OptionMustang, OK

Emily G. WoodardB.S.Business Information Technoloy - EsportsTahlequah, OK

Anthony WoodsB.T.Applied Technology - Cybersecurity and Information AssuranceCollinsville, OK

Tristan Blake Wooten t©B.T.Applied Technology - Cybersecurity and Information AssuranceChelsea, OK

Margaret WorkmanB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNBroken Arrow, OK

Austin Troy WormellB.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionTulsa, OK

Haley Dawn Wright tB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNTulsa, OK

Alex Wynn B.S.Sport Management - Sport Business OptionArcadia, OK

Landon WynnB.T.Applied Technology - Cybersecurity and Information AssuranceBlackwell, OK

Pachee YangB.S.Business Information Technology - Computer Network Administration OptionCollinsville, OK

Francisca Angela Priscila Oyetoro YebesiB.S.Organizational Leadership - Business Studies FocusClaremore, OK

Elizabeth ZiminB.S.NursingCoweta, OK

Mackenzie Lee ZodrowB.S.Nursing - RN to BSNOwasso, OK

Cameron UniversityStephanie BarteeB.S. Elementary EducationPryor, Oklahoma

Samantha ChambersB.S. Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

Jenna FloresB.S. Elementary EducationChelsea, OK

Heather ForrestB.S. Elementary EducationClaremore, OK

Amanda Holcomb B.S. Elementary EducationBartlesville, OK

Savannah YoderB.S. Elementary EducationInola, OK

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Brittany BendaboutMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Teresa BergeonMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Aubrey Anne BushyheadMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Jessica DewittMaster of Business AdministrationOologah, OK

CANDIDATES FOR MASTER’S DEGREES

Grant R. FarrisMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Kaleb Dryden GarciaMaster of Business AdministrationOwasso, OK

Seth GerardyMaster of Business AdministrationColumbia, MO

Katelynn HaynesMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Gwendolyn Samantha InkelaarMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Jeanetta Irene MartinezMaster of Business AdministrationFort Gibson, OK

Devon Nicole MurrayMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

Charles NewcombMaster of Business AdministrationPryor, OK

Melchesidech J. PorterMaster of Business AdministrationTulsa, OK

Shirley Ann ReynoldsMaster of Business AdministrationIndependence, KS

Spencer Neal RolenMaster of Business AdministrationClaremore, OK

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HISTORY OF RSU

RSU was founded in 1909 - two years after Oklahoma was granted statehood. The institution was officially established as Eastern University Preparatory School in Claremore by the Oklahoma Legislature during its second session. The mission of the school was to prepare the sons and daughters of Native Americans, farmers and ranchers for entry into the colleges and universities of Oklahoma.

During the construction of its first building, Preparatory Hall, from 1909 to 1911, classes were held in the Claremont Building in Claremore. Five students graduated at the end of the institution’s first academic year. During its second academic year (1910-11), 375 students were enrolled. The institution continued to grow rapidly, adding a library in 1914 and receiving accreditation as a secondary school by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools in 1916. Preparatory Hall housed the operations of the institution until it was closed in 1917.

Two years later, the institution was resurrected as the Oklahoma Military Academy in response to the needs of the United States Armed Forces. By 1923, the Oklahoma Military Academy offered secondary education and two years of college to young men from Oklahoma and across the nation.

The Oklahoma Military Academy has an extensive register of graduates who became great leaders, both in military and civilian life. More than 2,500 OMA graduates served in the Armed Forces of the United States during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. More than 100 graduates gave their lives in service to their country. OMA quickly gained recognition as one of the top military schools in the U.S., and was often referred to as the “West Point of the Southwest.”

In 1971, in response to the growing educational needs of a rapidly developing economy in the Claremore area, the Oklahoma Legislature replaced the Oklahoma Military Academy with the new Claremore Junior College. The mission of the institution was expanded to provide a variety of associate degree programs for area residents.

Claremore Junior College grew from 477 students in 1971 to more than 3,000 in 1982, when the institution was renamed Rogers State

College to better represent the areas it served - Rogers County and the surrounding communities.

As Rogers State College, the institution prospered, adding a variety of academic programs, including the state’s only full-power public television station on a college campus in Oklahoma. The institution became a national pioneer in distance education, offering telecourses and independent study options for students.

In 1996, the Oklahoma Legislature approved the merger of Rogers State College and the University Center at Tulsa (UCAT), a consortium of four Oklahoma universities - the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, Northeastern State University and Langston University. The new institution was named Rogers University and continued operation for two years with branches in Claremore and Tulsa.

In 1998, the Oklahoma Legislature separated the institutions, creating a branch of Oklahoma State University in Tulsa, and Rogers State University, a new regional university with a main campus in Claremore.

The Oklahoma Legislature granted permission for Rogers State University to seek accreditation at the baccalaureate level.

The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools formally granted RSU accreditation as a four-year university in August 2000.

RSU celebrated its 100th Anniversary in 2009 with a variety of special events, including guest speakers, a Centennial parade and dedication of the new Centennial Center.

The university operates its main campus in Claremore with additional campuses in Bartlesville and Pryor, along with its nationally recognized online program. RSU has undertaken massive renovations to academic buildings in Claremore, Bartlesville and Pryor, along with improvements to athletic facilities and the construction of new residential housing. RSU enjoys status as the only public four-year, residential university in the Tulsa metropolitan area.

RSU has distinguished itself through its mix of certificate, associate and bachelor’s degree programs that include cutting-edge degrees in emerging fields. Students also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of unique programs, including the Honors Program, President’s Leadership Class, studies-at-large and prestigious internships. In fall 2014, the university expanded its academic offerings to include its first graduate program, a Master of Business Administration. In the fall of 2021, the university’s second graduate program, the Master of Science in Community Counseling, will enroll its first cohort.

Today, Rogers State University is widely recognized for its high-quality academic programs, distance learning and high-technology learning environments, all with a personal approach to best serve its students.

CLOSED CAPTIONING

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RO G E R S S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y

ALMA MATERRise above the Claremore valley

Camelot to view,Stands our gracious alma mater

Thrusting t’ward the blue.

Lift the chorus, speed it onwardFor the Red and Blue,

Hail to thee our alma materHail to RSU!

109TH COMMENCEMENTMAY 2021

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