Executive Speakers Schedule

The University of Tulsa acquires Fab Lab Tulsa

The University of Tulsa has announced the acquisition of Fab Lab Tulsa, which provides access to digital fabrication tools and resources throughout the community through membership and programming. The move is part of TU’s ongoing efforts to promote innovation and aligns with the university’s global reputation in engineering, computer science, and the creative arts. “We […]

Unique organizational studies program offers expansive opportunities

At roughly 75 majors, organizational studies is one of the largest majors in The University of Tulsa’s Kendall College of Arts & Sciences. From social sciences, media, and arts to business administration, the program provides students a wide range of knowledge and skills, rather than limiting them to a single discipline. But as a so-called […]

TU Law celebrates alumna Sara Hill’s historic confirmation to federal bench

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law congratulates alumna Sara Hill (JD ’03) as she becomes the first Native American woman to serve as a federal judge in Oklahoma. This historic appointment marks a significant milestone in the state’s legal landscape. The U.S. Senate on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to confirm Hill, who fills a vacant […]

New faculty member brings expertise and INSPIRE lab to Psychology Department

The University of Tulsa Department of Psychology has a wide variety of faculty-led research labs. From the Exposure, Relaxation & Rescripting Therapy for Chronic Nightmares study to the Psychophysiology Laboratory for Affective Neuroscience lab, TU offers students the opportunity to participate in ongoing research and even publish their findings. New to Kendall College of Arts […]

More than 60 years of James Joyce Quarterly

Legend has it that Thomas Staley, former provost of The University of Tulsa, founded the James Joyce Quarterly, fondly known as JJQ, in his garage. Or was it his kitchen table? That was more than 60 years ago, and since then the journal has become an internationally esteemed publication known for its publishing of critical […]

The 2024-25 Executive Speaker Series marks a special milestone as we celebrate 40 years of bringing nationally prominent individuals to our stage. Over the past four decades, nearly 300 distinguished speakers have addressed more than 72,000 members and guests, continuing a tradition of excellence. Your support throughout these 40 years has been invaluable, and we would be honored to count you among our friends as we embark on this momentous anniversary season.

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2024-2025 Schedule

RSVP	Date	Speaker	Position and Company
RSVP	Wednesday, September 11, 2024	Bob Prince	Co-Chief Investment Officer, Bridgewater Associates
RSVP	Wednesday, October 16, 2024	Dana Weber	CEO, Webco Industries
RSVP	Wednesday, November 20, 2024	David Zenthoefer	CEO, MIRATECH
RSVP	Wednesday, January 22, 2024	Bob Adelson	Managing Partner, Osage Venture Partners and Osage University Partners
RSVP	Wednesday, February 19, 2025	Kevin Sabin	President and CEO, Arvest Bank
RSVP	Wednesday, March 26, 2025	Chet Cadieux	CEO, QuikTrip
RSVP	Wednesday, April 16, 2025	Rick Muncrief	President and CEO, Devon Energy

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