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Business, cyber security undergrads named 2025 Gilman Scholars

The University of Tulsa is proud to announce two recent recipients of Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships: Eden Knepper and Ayden Whittaker. Each year, the U.S. Department of State awards the nationally competitive Gilman awards...
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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 […]
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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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Kendall College welcomes television and film writer Taylor Chukwu to Board of Visitors

The University of Tulsa Kendall College of Arts & Sciences has welcomed alumna Taylor Chukwu as the newest member of its Board of Visitors.
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Seagraves leads national charge in AI-powered real estate innovation

UTulsa assistant professor Cayman Seagraves is leading the charge toward integrating AI into the real estate and finance sectors.
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Mellon Foundation grants $677,000 for new UTulsa, Muscogee (Creek) Nation project

UTulsa has received a $677,000 grant from the Public Knowledge program of the Mellon Foundation to support a joint effort between the university and the Muscogee (Creek) Nation’s Historic and Cultural Preservation Department.

Student Stories

Ghanaian MBA student speaks at podium with microphones, discussing community enrichment.

Ghanaian MBA student on community enrichment, purpose

When Kwame Mawuenyega Ackah arrived at The University of Tulsa after a decade working…

Dean speaks with hands clasped, wearing a suit and glasses.

From the Dean’s Desk: Law, April 2026

A consequential year for UTulsa’s College of Law The last 12 months…

Williams CEO presents company history at Tulsa event. Slide: "Building upon a history of innovation.

Williams CEO: Tulsa must do more to keep companies and talent

During the sold-out April Friends of Finance Executive Speaker Series luncheon at…

UTulsa's Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipient in a research lab, smiling with arms crossed.

Chemistry, biochemistry junior named 2026 Goldwater Scholar

The University of Tulsa is pleased to announce that Hannah Lott was…

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…

Abigail Chow, UTulsa alumna and fintech founder, smiling in a wood-paneled room.

From campus kid to fintech founder: Abigail Chow’s UTulsa story

Abigail Chow has known The University of Tulsa longer than most students…

TUTV students on set with Moncrief, reviewing scripts and preparing for a broadcast.

Moncrief brought real-world experience, mentorship to decades of TUTV students

For 40 years, TUTV has produced informative weekly shows out of Kendall…

University of Tulsa chemical engineering student stands in front of school signage.

Chemical engineering sophomore on representation, resilience in studying STEM

Kylie Flowers almost didn’t apply to The University of Tulsa. One text…

OCII's Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute meeting with students.

OCII staff, undergrads, grad students make an impact in cyber field

At The University of Tulsa’s Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute (OCII), three women…

UTulsa pre-health alumni assisting in medical clinic; nurse prepping supplies.

Pre-health pathways open array of careers for UTulsa alumni

It’s a major point of pride at The University of Tulsa that…

Mechanical engineering student with rehab robotics device and mannequin head.

Mechanical engineering doctoral student receives NSF-I Corps support for rehab robotics

Doctoral mechanical engineering student Bradford Kerst (B.S. ’18, M.S. ’20) Head and…

A brother’s legacy, carried forward through UTulsa

When Brian Bowles speaks about his brother, he is full of admiration,…

Portrait of a woman in a burgundy top and black cardigan, honoring Fern Holland's legacy.

UTulsa Law honors Fern Holland’s legacy with 2026 award recipients

The Women’s Law Caucus at The University of Tulsa’s College of Law…

Thunder Fellow holding the Office for Resilience & Belonging award. Building leadership.

Thunder Fellow builds leadership through finance, advocacy, entrepreneurship

For Heavyn Harris, opportunity has never existed in just one lane. A…

Hager Lecture: Speaker at The University of Tulsa College of Law.

Hager Lecture explores why Supreme Court is worth saving

Drawing a capacity crowd to The University of Tulsa’s College of Law,…

First-gen transfer student uses competitive scholarship award to pursue medical career

In 2023, Kelly Parsley’s present and future were utterly transformed. That year,…

UTulsa's new Marketing Club members pose for a group photo at a recent event.

New Marketing Club connects UTulsa students with industry, hands-on experience

Marketing shows up everywhere, from brand strategy and analytics to consumer behavior…

Chris Crawford presenting "The Next Generation of Compensation" at Friends of Finance event.

Volatility, AI and CEO paychecks: Chris Crawford at Friends of Finance

When companies land on lists like “Most Admired,” “Best Places to Work”…

Elementary students in a mock trial at Kendall Court, some wearing Jefferson shirts.

It’s elementary! Kendall Court tradition revived with Trial of Gold E. Locks

Court was in session at The University of Tulsa’s College of Law…

UTulsa Law students in courtroom

From a sleeping defendant to international murder: UTulsa Law students examine 10th Circuit rulings

Two students from The University of Tulsa’s College of Law spent the…