Updates from Collins College of Business centers, April 2025

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 […]

Collins College of Business Center for Real Estate Studies

The Center for Real Estate Studies has had a dynamic and enriching spring semester. On March 27, we hosted our fourth annual Career Networking Evening, welcoming more than 100 students and professionals for an evening of career exploration and connection. Students engaged directly with industry experts, learning about a range of real estate career paths and forming valuable contacts for internships and job opportunities.

In April, we welcomed Stanimira Milcheva, Ph.D., from University College London, who delivered an academic lecture on shared ownership in the UK as a tool to address affordable housing. The session sparked meaningful dialogue among students, faculty, and local professionals.

Looking ahead, in May, a group of eight students will travel to Las Vegas to attend the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) annual meeting. Led by Meagan McCollum, Ph.D., and advisory board member and CCB alumna Julie Buxton, this trip provides a rare opportunity to connect with top retail real estate firms and explore the evolving future of the industry.

Collins College of Business Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

This spring, University of Tulsa entrepreneurship students have taken center stage at national and international pitch competitions, gaining recognition and experience.

At the SXSW Conference in Austin, 13 UTulsa students from CCB and the Kendall College of Arts & Sciences attended workshops, networked with industry professionals, and immersed themselves in the creative culture of one of the most innovative events of the year.

At the TCU Values and Ventures Pitch Competition, CCB students Leah Saucedo, Abigail Chow, and Alan Meyer represented UTulsa among 40 teams from six countries. Their venture, Tally, focused on impact-driven innovation, and the team gained valuable feedback from venture capitalists and business leaders.

UTulsa also made history at the i2E Love’s Cup with a record four teams selected as finalists. Representing innovative solutions in aquaponics, wearable technology, sensor systems, and AI applications, these student ventures mark the university’s strongest showing to date.

Meanwhile, UTulsa’s Aura Patch team became the first from Oklahoma to reach the finals of the Regnier Venture Creation Challenge hosted by UMKC, cementing CCB’s growing footprint in the entrepreneurial landscape.

Collins College of Business Center for Energy Studies

This semester, the Center for Energy Studies has continued building momentum through global engagement, hands-on learning, and impactful research.

In March, The University of Tulsa co-hosted the ROSA Energy Conference, which brought together sovereign nations, regulators, executives, and academia to discuss sustainable energy development. From nuclear and hydrogen to carbon management and critical minerals, the agenda tackled the pressing issues shaping the future of energy.

We also welcomed a Department of State delegation of Ukrainian educators focused on rebuilding energy infrastructure. Their perspectives on resilience and modernization were a powerful complement to our ongoing work.

Students toured UTulsa’s campus power plant and the Cooper Nuclear Station in Nebraska, where Andrew Askins, now operations manager at the plant, guided the tour. These visits gave students rare, behind-the-scenes access to energy infrastructure in action.

Energy seniors in Anne Grau, Ph.D.’s capstone course have spent the semester addressing real-world challenges in partnership with industry mentors. Projects range from carbon credit policy and solar incentives to orphan well reuse and critical mineral recovery. The results will be showcased in final presentations the week of April 28.

These students are not just analyzing the energy transition—they’re shaping it.