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Moving OSU Forward: Newest OSU leadership team forging a path for women in higher education

Thu, Apr 27, 2023

Over the past three years, the Oklahoma State University campus has seen immense growth and change, including a new leadership team that is unique in higher education. From the president and provost of the university to the presidents of the OSU Alumni Association and the OSU Foundation, OSU is being led by an all-female team.

State magazineOSU FoundationOSU Alumni AssociationprovostDr. Jeanette MendezPresident Kayse Shrum
OSU Alumni Association hosts International Women's Day panel

Thu, Mar 09, 2023

For the first time in OSU history, women lead the university, alumni association and foundation. OSU President Kayse Shrum, OSU Provost Jeanette Mendez, OSU Alumni Association President Ann Caine and OSU Foundation President Blaire Atkinson were the speakers on the panel.

International Women's DayDr. Ann CaineOSU FoundationBlaire AtkinsonOSU Alumni AssociationDr. Jeanette MendezPresident Kayse Shrum
Paying it Forward: Provost looks to inspire and empower students in new role

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

Dr. Jeanette Mendes is Oklahoma State University’s new provost and believes it is critical to give students the same opportunity she had.

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Phi Beta Delta honor society inducts Provost Mendez

Wed, Dec 07, 2022

The Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of the Phi Beta Delta international honor society held a special ceremony on Nov. 15 to name Provost Jeanette Mendez as an honorary member in recognition of her achievements in international scholarship and education.

OSU GlobalDr. Jeanette MendezPhi Beta DeltaStudy Abroad
State of Orange: OSU celebrates inauguration of Dr. Kayse Shrum

Fri, Aug 26, 2022

Hundreds packed Gallagher-Iba Arena on Friday to celebrate the inauguration of Oklahoma State University President Kayse Shrum. The State of Orange event was attended by state and tribal dignitaries along with the Cowboy faithful.

inauguration celebrationJames LankfordDr. Jeanette MendezPresident Kayse ShrumGov. Kevin StittBoard of RegentsGarth BrooksStudent Government AssociationChickasaw NationGallagher-Iba ArenaFrank LucasState of Orange
Shrum, Hoyt and Mendez kick off 2022-2023 school year with freshman convocation

Mon, Aug 22, 2022

Oklahoma State University President Kayse Shrum welcomed the largest and most diverse freshman class in OSU history during Cowboy Kickoff on Friday afternoon in Gallagher-Iba Arena.

Dr. Jeanette Mendezfreshman convocationnew freshmenprovostJacie HoytPresident Kayse Shrum
Oklahoma State University names Dr. Jeanette Mendez provost and senior vice president

Fri, May 27, 2022

The announcement was guided by input from the OSU community, as well as a diverse, 24-person selection committee, assisted by the national search firm Buffkin/Baker.

provostDr. Jeanette MendezDr. Johnny StephensAdministrationDr. Thomas CoonPresident Kayse ShrumDivision of Academic Affairs
OSU launches campaign to Mask Up around campus

Wed, Sep 01, 2021

After a surge in positive cases following the first week of school, Oklahoma State University issued a guidance to all students, faculty and staff that masks were to be expected. With that, OSU and the Office of Academic Affairs are launching a campaign titled “Mask Up, it’s a win-win!”

COVID-19Dr. Jeanette MendezAcademic Affairs
OSU hosts COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall

Fri, Aug 27, 2021

Dr. Kayse Shrum and a panel of university officials hosted the event and answered questions from the community.

COVID-19COVID ConcernsDr. Johnny StephensDr. Jeanette MendezCOVID-19 VaccineDoug HallenbeckDennis BlankenshipPresident Kayse Shrum
OSU celebrates another historic year in enrollment

Fri, Aug 20, 2021

Oklahoma State University welcomed students back this week and anticipates having the second-largest incoming class and anticipates recording the largest one-year increase in new transfer students in school history. 

Dr. Jeanette MendezKaren ChenDoug HallenbeckEnrollment
OSU named best in state in Journal Record’s annual Reader Rankings

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

Oklahoma State University’s undergraduate programs were ranked the best and the Spears School of Business’ MBA program led the state in the Oklahoma City Journal Record’s annual Reader Rankings.

MBA ProgramJournal RecordDr. Jeanette MendezDr. Ken EastmanSpears School of Business
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