From campus traditions to lifelong connections, OU's 111th Homecoming Week celebrates the people and shared experiences that make the university home.
New OU Onward Scholarship builds on Oklahoma’s Promise and Crimson Commitment to put an OU education within reach for more Oklahoma families.
The University of Oklahoma welcomed the largest freshman class ever in the state with 6,437incoming students, leading the way in Oklahoma higher education.
Sooner Saturday is the University of Oklahoma's premiere academic tailgate event designed for prospective high school juniors, transfer students, and their families and supporters. With everything from campus programs to OU Athletics on display, more than 1,300 guests experienced the unmistakable energy that defines the OU experience.
With projections showing that the OU Gallogly College of Engineering must graduate more than 900 engineers each year over the next five years to meet state and national demand, OU is meeting workforce demands with Engineering Days, a summer day camp series that introduces high school juniors and seniors to engineering.
Beginning fall 2026, graduates of Pawhuska High School in Pawhuska, Okla., will be eligible to receive a last-dollar scholarship of up to $30,000 annually for four years while attending the University of Oklahoma through the David & Sally Polk Howard Scholarship.
Which university is right for me? Where do I belong? Each spring, these two questions weigh heavily on high school seniors and transfer students as they decide what comes next in their academic journeys. Admitted Student Day (ASD), an OU event that shows admitted students and their supporters what life looks like as a Sooner, helps answer those questions through campus tours, open houses, and opportunities to connect with current students, faculty, on-campus resources, and more.
Emma's internship at Opportune inspired her to continue her higher education with OU. After she graduates with a bachelor's degree, she plans to return for a master's in Management and Information Systems.
Faith Carter is an OU-Tulsa Early Childhood Education Senior with a passion for teaching the next generation. A Tulsa native, Faith was drawn to early childhood education by its emphasis on real-world learning experiences. Through meaningful connections with faculty and peers, she has gained the confidence to enter the classroom ready to support her future students.
De'William's love for the unordinary led him to pursuing a degree in chemistry (professional). What began as wondering how common medicines like Tylenol and Advil help with minor pain led him to an undergraduate research internship that focused on fighting diseases.
When you meet OU–Tulsa’s Student Government President, Gracee Pierson, one thing becomes clear: her journey is all about connection, growth, and creating opportunities for others. Originally from Tulsa, Gracie recerntly returned home to complete her degree at the Schusterman Center, where she's quickly become a leader and advocate for her peers. Read below to learn more about her journey to OU–Tulsa, what community means to her, and why student involvement can make a big difference.
The University of Oklahoma has once again been awarded the Davis Cup in recognition of its enrollment of Davis United World College Scholar freshmen. This marks the 11th time in 13 years OU has received the award. A total of 75 Davis UWC Scholars began their studies at OU this fall.
From the OU Dance Marathon (OUDM), Day of Miracles is the biggest fundraising push of the year. On November 12, students raised over $65,000 in just 24 hours, with proceeds benefitting the Oklahoma Children's Health Foundation and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.
This fall, OU's Ring Ceremony honored Michael and Madison Nash, whose OU legacies continue to shape their lives as alumni.
As a passionate storyteller and first-year creative media production major, international freshman Viktoriia Hladiuk has spent her first year at the University of Oklahoma creating a foundation for a future propelled by purpose. With every film she creates, Viktoriia moves closer to achieving her dream of inspiring positive change through storytelling, especially for communities affected by political conflict.
The week will be full of campus tradition, daily programming, competitions, and more. Led by Campus Activities Council, OU’s student programming branch, Homecoming is a chance for thousands of current students, future Sooners, alumni, and fans to come together in their pride for OU.
The University of Oklahoma has officially dedicated the Jones Family Welcome Center, giving one of its oldest buildings new life as a hub for welcoming future generations of students and the front door to the university. Fueled by a transformative $15 million gift from OU alumni and longtime supporters Jonny and Brenda Jones, the renovated and expanded Jacobson Hall combines the university’s rich history with modern enhancements.
The University of Oklahoma welcomed the largest freshman class ever in the state with 6,251 incoming students, leading the way in Oklahoma higher education.
The University of Oklahoma is the only university from the state of Oklahoma named one of 75 colleges and universities featured in Dream School: Finding the College That’s Right for You, a new book by New York Times bestselling author and college admissions expert Jeffrey Selingo.
OU senior Justin Haddad spent his summer interning at Nike's World Headquarters, where he combined his love for sports and computer science to create AI-powered applications.
When Aaron discovered the Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program, a program that places college students in Navy laboratories to conduct research for ten weeks over the summer, he knew he found the perfect opportunity to use his academic and Navy background.
Discover how double-major criminology and human relations student Chabelli found her place of belonging at the University of Oklahoma!
OU is shaping students' futures through the Transformative Tutoring Initiative, which examines the impact of tutoring. Senior Hans Edlund is making a difference as a tutor!
The University of Oklahoma and the Federal Aviation Administration are launching an Enhanced Air Traffic—Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program that allows qualified OU graduates to proceed directly to an air traffic control facility for on-the-job training, bypassing the FAA Academy.
This week, the University of Oklahoma celebrated our first-generation college community with a special on-campus event for students, faculty, and staff. Student success has always been a hallmark of our university, so we take seriously our commitment to support, encourage, and champion students on their academic journeys.
Discover how the student organization, Latinos Without Borders (LWB), uses outreach to connect with high schoolers and inspire them to pursue higher education.
The University of Oklahoma officially welcomed its largest freshman class in the school’s 134-year history, representing the largest class in the state’s history and the most Oklahoma residents of any other incoming class at the university.
OU students Ellie Wolthuis and Avery Dunlap dived headfirst into the political arena. Avery interned with the Oklahoma State Chamber and Ellie traveled the state with the Office of the Governor.
OU Accounting student Hayden Chilcote spent his summer learning more about the agricultural industry at Ralph's Ranch, an Oklahoma City farm dedicated to local small-scale farmers.
In this Q&A, learn why Tennessee-native Brian Bortz transferred from his college in Birmingham, Alabama to become part of the OU Family.
Discover how OU senior Morgan Chen’s internships at the International Rescue Committee and OKC's The Spero Project have positively impacted communities across the world.
To be a first-generation college student means your parents or legal guardians did not complete a four-year college degree. Learn how OU first-gen student Kaylee found her OU Family!
To address the need for qualified teachers in Oklahoma classrooms, OU's Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education and Oklahoma City Community College have partnered to create OU Teacher Bound x OCCC for students interested in becoming teachers in Oklahoma.
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