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UTulsa names alumnus and former university vice president Rick Dickson as interim president

The University of Tulsa has named Rick Dickson, a Tulsa native and…

UTulsa celebrates more than 1,000 graduates at 150th Commencement ceremonies

More than 1,000 students celebrated degree completion this past weekend at the…

University of Tulsa campus, Bayless Plaza

University of Tulsa president to step down

The University of Tulsa announced the retirement of Brad Carson, the university’s…

UTulsa announces two 2025-26 Goldwater Scholars

The University of Tulsa is pleased to announce that undergraduates Kinlie Gililland…

UTulsa receives $500,000 Mellon grant for ‘Sovereignty and Democracy in Indian Country’

The University of Tulsa has received $500,000 from the Mellon Foundation to…

UTulsa boasts record 99% retention rate for a second consecutive year 

The University of Tulsa has announced a second year of record-breaking retention…

Frazier’s Switchyard feature a 2025 ASME finalist

A story in the latest edition of The University of Tulsa’s Switchyard…

Fall 2024 President’s Honor Roll

More than 720 University of Tulsa students were named to the President’s…

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UTulsa receives 2025 Nason Award for Board Leadership by Association of Governing Boards

The University of Tulsa has been selected to receive a 2025 John…

Photograph of Ted Genoways at The University of Tulsa

Q&A with Ted Genoways, President’s Professor of Media Studies

Newspaper columnist and magazine editor Ted Genoways joined The University of Tulsa…

Media studies professor contributes to NYTimes election coverage

In addition to his role as a President’s Professor and editor of…

Bayless Plaza fall drone photo

UTulsa marches ahead, rising in 2025 U.S. News rankings 

The University of Tulsa continues its renaissance as evidenced in the 2025…

UTulsa among Top 25 “Free Speech” universities in U.S.

The University of Tulsa is among the Top 25 universities in the…

Military Friendly recognizes UTulsa for exemplary support of student veterans

More so than most universities, The University of Tulsa is dedicated to…

Walmart CEO discusses making a difference, the future, and his time at UTulsa

In August, The University of Tulsa was honored to welcome back one…

UTulsa welcomes 750 new undergrads to campus for 2024-25 

The University of Tulsa welcomed 750 first-time, full-time undergraduate students to campus…

President Emeritus Bob Lawless leaves extraordinary legacy

Former University of Tulsa President Robert W. Lawless passed away Saturday, Aug.…

campus tour at Hardesty Hall

Educating Character Initiative awards Honors College $585,000

The University of Tulsa’s Honors College is among 29 higher education institutions…