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Five Outstanding Seniors Named Chancellor Hans Brisch Scholars

June 5, 2026

Five Oklahoma high school seniors have been named Chancellor Hans Brisch Scholars for outstanding leadership, civic involvement and academic talent. Lydia Bullard, Durant High School; Addison Edwards, Stillwater High School; Hadley Ott, Lomega High School; Fatima Rangel-Villanueva, Dove Science Academy…

Beller and Pemberton Sworn In as New State Regents

June 4, 2026

Brian D. Beller of Goldsby and Trevor S. Pemberton of Norman were sworn in as members of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education on May 29 by Oklahoma Supreme Court Vice-Chief Justice Dana Kuehn. Their appointments by Gov. Kevin…

State Regents’ Council for Online Learning Excellence Honors Outstanding Work of Faculty, Administrators, Departments, Team

June 3, 2026

The State Regents’ Council for Online Learning Excellence (COLE) recently recognized a faculty member, two administrators, two college departments and a university team for their excellent leadership, innovation, and impact in advancing online and hybrid learning across the state. The…

State Regents Approve Policy Structure for Consideration of 90-Hour Bachelor’s Degrees

June 1, 2026

The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education recently approved updates to the Academic Program Approval Policy that create a framework for the review and potential approval of accelerated bachelor’s degrees. “Oklahoma’s economy is growing, and employers need job-ready graduates,” said…

State Regents Approve New Performance Funding Formula, Allocate Funds for Oklahoma Colleges, Universities

May 29, 2026

At today’s meeting, the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education approved revisions to the performance funding formula for state system colleges and universities. The updated methodology reflects public higher education’s Blueprint 2030 strategic plan, aligns with state priorities and initiatives,…

Announcement of Regular Meeting of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education – May 2026

May 28, 2026

Regular Meeting of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education9 a.m., Friday, May 29, 2026State Regents’ Conference Room655 Research Parkway, Suite 200Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Select Agenda Items An online agenda is available at https://www.okhighered.org/state-system/state-regents-meetings/.

Jeffrey W. Hickman and Dustin J. Hilliary Named State Regents Emeriti

April 16, 2026

State Regents Jeffrey W. Hickman and Dustin J. Hilliary were recognized as state regents emeriti at today’s meeting of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. Hickman, appointed by Gov. Mary Fallin in 2017, will complete his term May 18.…

Announcement of Public Hearing and Regular Meetings of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education – April 2026

April 14, 2026

Regular Meeting of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, 2026Presbyterian Health Foundation Conference CenterColloquium Room655 Research Parkway, Suite 100Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Select Agenda Items Regular Meeting of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education…

Innovative Institution, Business Partnerships Receive Regents Business Partnership Excellence Awards

April 3, 2026

Sixteen business and higher education partnerships across Oklahoma were recently recognized as innovative collaborations that strengthen the state’s workforce and expand educational opportunities. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s Regents Business Partnership Excellence Award is designed to highlight successful…

Oklahoma 529 Plan Growth Echoes Value of Higher Education

April 1, 2026

Oklahoma families continued their strong commitment to saving for college through the Oklahoma College Savings Plan (OCSP) in 2025, when total assets in the OCSP reached nearly $2 billion. The number of unduplicated accounts grew to almost 90,000, an increase…

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