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Cultivating cultural conversations: Meet UTulsa’s Professor Lansana

Quraysh Ali Lansana, applied associate professor of English & creative writing, is a distinguished scholar of African American studies, journalist and author of 23 books including poetry, nonfiction and children’s literature. His journey as a writer led him from Enid, Oklahoma, to studying and teaching in cities like Chicago and New York. However, after 30 […]

New alumnus offered elite IBM cybersecurity position months before graduation

Serving nontraditional students, such as military veterans, is nothing new at The University of Tulsa, and Don Cowan’s success is a prime example of how students from all backgrounds thrive on campus. Humble and soft-spoken, Cowan (B.S. ’25) graduated from Owasso High School and served eight years as a U.S. Marine before returning to Tulsa […]

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Law graduates in caps and gowns at commencement 2026.

UTulsa celebrates Class of 2026 at commencement ceremonies

UTulsa feted more than 1,100 graduates during 2026 commencement ceremonies in the…

Walker, the new dean of UTulsa's Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences, smiles outdoors.

From the Dean’s Desk, Oxley, May 2026

The 2025–26 academic year has been a remarkable one for the Oxley…

Julius Tennon, UTulsa's 2026 commencement speaker, smiles in a suit.

Julius Tennon to serve as UTulsa’s 2026 commencement speaker

UTulsa is proud to announce that actor, producer and alumnus Julius Tennon…

Jim Brill and Nancy Sottos holding a framed document while smiling

Hulings Lecture features Nancy Sottos on recycling of thermoset polymeric materials

Thermoset polymers form the backbone of technologies such as wind turbines, aircraft,…

Philip Tinker stands with members of the legal team involved in Sharp v. Murphy, the predecessor case to McGirt v. Oklahoma, outside the U.S. Supreme Court following oral arguments..

Law alumnus Philip Tinker helped shape landmark McGirt decision

When the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in McGirt v. Oklahoma,…

Bayless Plaza at The University of Tulsa, a top school for entrepreneurs.

Outstanding Teachers 2026

Among the highest forms of recognition that The University of Tulsa can…

Native American law students at tribal court

Native American law students gain firsthand experience in tribal court, national conference

From observing a wellness court session to earning the opportunity to host…

Photograph of Will Gray, a smiling person with a mustache

Alumnus follows unconventional path, advises aspiring innovators at Cyber Fellows event

The University of Tulsa recently welcomed alumnus Will Gray as part of…

Tulsa College of Law Justice Dana Kuehn Symposium panel discusses Declaration of Independence.

Justice Dana Kuehn Symposium examines Declaration of Independence at 250

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law hosted the Justice Dana Kuehn…

Dean of Arts & Sciences Blaine Greteman smiles in front of stone wall with carved letters.

From the Dean’s Desk: A&S, April 2026

The impact is everywhere you look on campus: students engaging with faculty…

Researcher’s pinnacle paper examines how to ease children’s nightmares

Since 2018, University of Tulsa Professor of Psychology Lisa Cromer has been…

University of Tulsa College of Engineering & Computer Science Hall of Fame inductees

College of Engineering & Computer Science recognizes 2026 Hall of Fame inductees

UTulsa’s College of Engineering & Computer Science recently inducted three new members…

UTulsa student and mentor in a lab, awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowships.

3 current, former UTulsa students awarded 2026 NSF Graduate Research Fellowships

The University of Tulsa is proud to announce that two undergraduates and…

Alumnus Justin Hathaway inducted into Communication Hall of Fame

The Kendall College of Arts & Sciences’ Department of Media & Communication…

Sarah and John Graves at an event, supporting advanced robotics research.

Gift from Sarah and John Graves to support advanced robotics research

The University of Tulsa has received a generous leadership gift from Sarah…

Five formally dressed individuals at the 2026 College of Law Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

Five alumni inducted into 2026 College of Law Hall of Fame

The University of Tulsa is pleased to announce this year’s College of…

UTulsa student podcast recording with two people at microphones.

UTulsa students’ podcast informs high schoolers about higher education, health care

From true crime to comedy, history, health and everything in between, podcasting…

Ribbon cutting ceremony at the Native American Law Center reading room. Sign reads "1303, Native American Law Center.

Native American law reading room reopens, showcases national collection

The University of Tulsa’s College of Law officially reopened the Utsey Family…

Scott, Norm and Erik Asbjornson (Not pictured: Andrik Ramirez)

$12M gift from Asbjornson Foundation to fund scholarships, experiences, activities that change lives

UTulsa has received a transformative $12 million gift from the Asbjornson Foundation…

From the Dean’s Desk: A&S, March 2026

What an exciting way to spring forward toward the end of the…

English alumnus inducted into Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame

English & Creative Writing alumnus Robert Graalman Jr. (Ph.D. ’78) has been…

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Business, cyber security undergrads named 2025 Gilman Scholars