FROM THE PRESIDENT
Cowboy family, It’s an exciting time at Oklahoma State University! In December, I announced a key initiative to develop a strategy for the OSU system, which aims to draft a comprehensive plan for OSU’s future. In January, we began a structured, system-wide process to gather feedback from the Cowboy family, our stakeholders and industry partners with a goal to construct the broadest, most accurate view for the future. From May through August, the committees will create a strategy to guide the OSU system for years to come. We are going to set Oklahoma State on a new and bold path of achievement and success, building upon a rock-solid foundation in critical categories that address challenges in Oklahoma and around the globe. A $50 million gift in December is indicative of the progress and forward momentum in our goal to establish OSU as a leader and find solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. The gift established the Hamm Institute for American Energy at Oklahoma State University, which will become a cornerstone of workforce development and public impact research. This spring, OSU was set to forge new roads in the arena of alumni partnerships with the creation of the Industry Insights mentorship series. Superstar alumnus Garth Brooks and music industry professionals were scheduled to kick off the series March 11 at The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, but a snowstorm postponed the event. When it’s rescheduled, our students will have a unique opportunity to learn from one of the most successful recording artists of all time. The concept is the beginning of a new season for OSU. We have remarkable and innovative alumni. We want to share their knowledge and offer students more learning opportunities that they can’t get anywhere else. I welcome your ideas for future Industry Insights presentations. With the strength and imagination of our students, faculty and staff, OSU is making positive changes in the world. There has never been a better time to be a Cowboy.
Go Pokes!
Dr. Kayse Shrum OSU President osupres@okstate.edu
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