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Concurrent courses expand access for high school students nationwide

Concurrent enrollment at Oklahoma State University is on the rise, with participation in course offerings skyrocketing from 615 students in the 2021-22 school year to 1,297 already this year — a 111% increase. With convenience and
Concurrent courses expand access for high school students nationwide
Concurrent courses expand access for high school students nationwide

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

Concurrent enrollment at Oklahoma State University is on the rise, with participation in course offerings skyrocketing from 615 students in the 2021-22 school year to 1,297 already this year — a 111% increase. With convenience and

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Cowboy Charlie: OSU’s new text bot supports first-year students 24/7

Tue, Nov 19, 2024

Oklahoma State University launched an AI-powered messaging bot for first-year students in September to provide 24/7 assistance, connect them with campus resources, alleviate stress and improve retention by addressing common challenges new students

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Vanderslice named vice provost of system academic affairs and OSU-OKC interim provost

Tue, Dec 5, 2023

Dr. Ronna Vanderslice was named vice provost of academic affairs of the OSU System and OSU-Oklahoma City interim provost during the Oklahoma State University A&M Board of Regents meeting Friday in Tulsa.

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OSU launches campaign to Mask Up around campus

Wed, Sep 1, 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

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Provost Dr. Gary Sandefur announces plans to retire March 31

Thu, Jan 7, 2021

Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Gary Sandefur announced his plans this week to retire effective March 31. A native of Madill, Okla., and member of the Chickasaw Nation, Dr. Sandefur has served in this position since July 1,

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OSU introduces Mentor Collective program to strengthen student support

Mon, Jun 29, 2020

A new program supporting student success, enrollment and retention will be offered to first-year students at Oklahoma State University this fall.

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OSU appoints new vice provost

Fri, Jun 14, 2019

Dr. Jeanette M. Mendez was appointed vice provost in the Division of Academic Affairs during the OSU/A&M Board of Regents' regular board meeting Friday at the OSU-Oklahoma City campus.

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Retention to Graduation Conference focuses on improving student success

Tue, Mar 26, 2019

Oklahoma State University's inaugural Retention to Graduation Conference included speakers, sessions and informational posters focused on enhancing student success.

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