TRADITION
Y O U R WAY
OU RING STORY The OU ring is a reminder of the determined visionaries who have defined our history, as well as those who will propel us forward. The University of Oklahoma is devoted to the aspirations of the next generation and is comprised of students,
THE OU RING TELLS A STORY, A STORY OF PEOPLE, PLACE AND POSSIBILITIES…
faculty and staff who continue to invest in a better tomorrow. Those of you who wear this ring today have seen the possibilities and have dared to follow your dreams. You are the University.
Each of our ring’s attributes represent a piece of our character and spirit. Made of gold with the interlocking OU at its center, these features symbolize the quality of an OU education and the strength of our pride. The Cherokee Gothic style border honors our diverse community and reminds us that we are all valued members of the OU family. Constructed as senior class gifts from previous generations and placed at every major entrance to campus, our iconic arches are featured on each side of the OU ring as gateways that welcome the innovative thinker.
The official ring of the University of Oklahoma depicts our commitment to sharing knowledge and discovering new ideas. At our University the possibilities are endless. Every student who earns the right to wear the OU ring has lived by example and persevered with courage. As our first university president David Ross Boyd said, “What possibilities!”
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A STORY OF PEOPLE, PLACE AND POSSIBILITIES…
THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
THE OU RING TELLS A STORY,
"it is a marker that signifies the
end to a long incredible journey and the start of a new one 4
"
Michael Grimes
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THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
HUNTER ATKINS “For me, the OU ring is a symbol. It shows how far each of us have come both as scholars and as people. College isn’t easy, educating yourself and self-growth are not easy tasks. To get this far, and to see the finish line is both extremely rewarding and mildly saddening. I believe this simultaneously is a symbol of the future ahead. Endless possibilities with untold futures for every Sooner graduate.” – Thoreau
JESSICA ASHMORE
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MAJESTIE BARRAGAN
MAEGAN BRYANT
“This ring is representative of my time at OU, the relationships I have made, the memories created, and the hard work I’ve put in over the last 3 1/2 years. It is an outward expression of the pride I have for my university.”
"This ring celebrates my amazing and well-earned accomplishments at OU academically and socially. I thank my parents and loved ones for encouraging my dreams."
MATTHEW BUGLER "Go out and do amazing things! Receiving my ring, shows all the hard work and dedication paying off."
BRADY BELL
WILLIAM BRYANT
CARLY BURWELL
“So thankful to soon be joining my parents and brother as OU Alumni”
"Boomer!"
"I am incredibly blessed to have attended and received my ring from the one and only University of Oklahoma! Huge shoutout to parents whom I love so much and couldn’t have done this without!"
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“This ring is a daily reminder of all the hard work put into my career, and that I will always be a Sooner!”
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AMANDA CUMMINGS
JACOB CURTIS
“Beginnings are scary, and endings are sad. It is the middle that counts so make it memorable”
"To my family (and especially to my wife): thank you for all the love, support, and encouragement along this journey."
THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
CHRISTINE CHASE
ALLISON EDSON "Shout out to the Student Alumni Board for teaching me the importance of the OU ring and shout out to my parents for paying for it."
ARLENE CUELLAR
WYATT CUMMINGS
JASON DUGAN
ALLISON EVANS
“To my beloved parents who told me I could do anything I set out to achieve, this is for you.”
“As a child of alumni, I could not be more proud of this University, my education, and my parents who have helped me along the way.”
"Thank you so much to all of my family and friends who have supported me these past 4 amazing years! Boomer Sooner!"
“Dare to live the life you’ve dreamed for yourself. Go forward and make your dreams come true.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson
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SARAH GUEVARA
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LOGAN MORROW
“My OU ring represents my journey at OU the past five years. I am so thankful for my parents who have supported me from the very beginning and I can think of no better people to help me celebrate receiving my OU ring.”
“Thanks Mom, Dad, Mike, John, Julie and sis. You're the ones that made college sweet, even during COVID.”
THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
ELISE HODGES LAURA MINYON
"We’ve always been OU fans and I never imagined I’d get to attend as a student and now I’m getting my OU Ring! Thank you, Mom and Dad, for always having my back and pushing me to always be my best self."
"Mom, Thank you for all the love and support you give me through my time at OU. I wouldn't have done it without you!"
LIBBY HELM
HEIDI MALLOW
BIANCA MITRANCA
JANA PARKER
“I'd like to thank my parents, who helped me turn my dreams into a reality, and my sister, who has been an amazing role model for me at OU. I'd also like to thank God for blessing me with the best family, friends, and education. Boomer Sooner!”
“The longer you wait for something, the more you'll appreciate it when you get it. Because anything worth having, is definitely worth waiting.”
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt
“Getting my OU ring is special to me because I have worked exceptionally hard to obtain my degree by staying focused and committed to my goals.”
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BELLA PLOETZ
MIKE YOST
“Thank you to my family who supported me through every step of this journey. Y'all are my rock and I couldn't have done this without your constant encouragement and support. Love you all!”
“II would like to thank my family for believing in me and helping me succeed at the University of Oklahoma! I love y'all!”
“Faithless is he who says farewell when the road darkens.” —Gimli (J.R.R. Tolkien)
WHITNEY TAYLOR
MEGAN WILSON
“Nine-tenths of education is encouragement.” -Anatole France
"Thank you Mom and Dad for everything!! We did it!! Boomer Sooner!!"
I couldn’t have done this without the support and encouragement of my family, and I could not be more proud to follow my mom’s footsteps in becoming an OU alum. Thank you all!”
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THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
MELINDA THOMPSON
" It is a great accomplishment" -Jennifer Osborne
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JESSICA FLORES
KIMBERLY INKPEN
YESENIA LYONS
HARPER MORRIS
“No te detengas hasta
CHEYENNE ANDERSON
MIKAYLA BLANKENSHIP
MICHAEL GRIMES “It is a marker that signifies
“Thank you to all my family,
the end to a long incredible
friends, professors, and more
journey and the start
who have helped me achieve
of a new one.”
my goals. I could not have done this without you!”
“This has been all for my dad.
I hope he is proud of me from his seat in heaven.”
DANIELLE KALETTA
ELIZABETH HASKINS
que estés orgullosa."
RYLEE STEVENS
AUSTIN WARNOCK
INGRID TANK
MEGAN WILSON
MYRNA TINSLEY
CHRISTA WOODS
“It is a great accomplishment."
STEPHEN NELSON
CLAIRE MCNABB HUONG NGUYEN JENNIFER MOORE
JENNIFER OSBORNE
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KATIE ALFRED
ABIGAIL SCOTT
LAUREN STANTON
“My OU ring symbolizes the
sacrifices, hard work, and belief
AMY KILLGORE
in myself that I could complete this journey. Receiving the ring from the University of Oklahoma
“Thank you to my family
shows that I have succeeded at
who pushed and supported me
a prestigious university. I am not
while pursuing this master's
able to carry around my diploma,
program! I love you guys!"
but I will always be able to wear my OU ring to remind myself of my accomplishments."
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WHAT POSSIBILITIES!
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