Cherokee Riddle currently serves as a Senior Financial Aid Analyst at the University of Oklahoma, where he supports students by providing clear and supportive guidance throughout the financial aid process. With several years of experience in higher education, Cherokee has worked in a variety of roles that offer a well-rounded understanding of the college experience and the challenges students may face along the way. He focuses on financial aid analysis, regulatory compliance, and student support, helping ensure students are able to successfully navigate funding their education. Cherokee is deeply committed to student access and success and believe that higher education can be a powerful foundation for personal and professional growth.
Having earned a Bachelor of Music Education from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 2018, Cherokee is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Administration at Northeastern State University. With a passion for lifelong learning, creativity, and self-growth, Cherokee values education as a pathway to discovery and opportunity.
My best advice for a high school junior or senior preparing to apply to college:
My best advice is if you don't know something, ask somebody. Staff and faculty are always here to help! Speak to your advisor any time you have a question about your degree, and don't be afraid to change your major if what you're pursuing is not something you're passionate about.
