Jermaine Watkins: Young Alumnus Award
OKWU alum is making a difference for his students in northeast Oklahoma.
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Dr. Yorton Clark: 2022 Alumnus of the Year
OKWU’s 2022 Alumnus of the Year continues to chase the call to serve.
Lovelady Family Building Rich Legacy in Texas School District
When Jean Lovelady (’78) passed away this February, a deep spiritual legacy was revealed – one that often went unseen.
Five Ways Your RA Takes Care of You
Resident Assistants do so much on campus. From caring for the students to providing community for them, RAs are here to help make a difference for OKWU. Let’s learn a little more about what they do!
Don’t Count This New OKWU Graduate Out
In the 1980s, Tammie Vandermeulen was forced to leave BWC before graduating. This past December, she returned to Bartlesville to complete her journey.
Living Out Her Calling
Emily Balliviero always wanted to be a nurse. Oklahoma Wesleyan University gave her the opportunities she needed to learn, grow, and launch into her career, and now she lives out her mission every day.
OKWU Student Battling Cancer to be Honored with Color Run
Last year, Mackenzie Smith was diagnosed with stage four melanoma. Through the ups and downs of an arduous treatment process, her story is a shining testimony to God’s faithfulness in times of trouble.
Alumni Award Winner Builds on OKWU Legacy
Congratulations to Anna Ammons, the winner of the 2021 Endowed Alumni Scholarship.
Six Ways You Can Make the Most of Your First Year
Follow these tips from the OKWU family to make sure you’re hitting the ground running. It’s going to be a great year!
New Professor Prepared to Make an Impact
After years in the medical field, Ackrion Mangimela has taken a unique path to OKWU’s campus. Through it all, he’s been prepared to impact the lives of students.
Internships Paving the Way for Student Success
Due to the internship opportunities he’s achieved through the Chesapeake Energy School of Business, Noah Ross is prepared for a dynamic career.
Criminal Justice Program Honors Fallen Officer
When a local officer was killed in the line of duty, OKWU honored his life by presenting his children with full-tuition scholarships.