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Through programs, resources and engagement opportunities, we help our alumni and friends enjoy lifelong relationships with UCO and with each other, sharing their love for Central and discovering the power of philanthropy.

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Distinguished Alumni

Renowned Alumni Awarded

The UCO Foundation and Alumni Engagement awarded eight alumni the Distinguished Alumni Award during Homecoming week. This year’s inductees are:

Marshal Clayton D. Johnson (BA ’93 and MA ’96)
Rep. Rhonda Baker (BA ’91 and M.Ed. ’00)
Jill Priest (BA ’96) Posthumous honor
Dr. Vagan Tapaltsyan (BS ’08)
Rep. Kevin Wallace (BBA ’93)

Three alumni received the Central Cornerstone Award, honoring their work creating Central’s coat of arms. They are:

Dorthy Forbes Harris (BS Ed. ‘66 and M.Ed. ‘74)
Donna Castle Goodwill (BS Ed. ‘67 and M.Ed. ‘70)
Charles “Chuck” Tweed (BA Ed. ’71)

Central in the News

UCO Recognized, Rising in Ranks

As President Todd G. Lamb often says, it’s a great day to be a Broncho! Today is no different, with the University of Central Oklahoma celebrating several exciting news stories.

Relive Homecoming

Photo of Golden Bronchos gathered at event

Reflecting on Homecoming

UCO’s Homecoming 2024 was a wonderful week of reconnecting with classmates, celebrating the achievements of outstanding alumni and, of course, honoring bronze and blue.

Reflect and relive the fun through the photos from the UCO Alumni Engagement events that include the Student Leadership Reunion, Golden Bronchos Reunion Brunch, Distinguished Alumni Awards, Bronchtoberfest and the Alumni Tailgate.

All photos are live now on the UCO Alumni Engagement Facebook page!View photos

Alumni Feature

Three UCO alumni represented Team USA at the 2024 Paralympics in Paris and through their hard work and dedication have medaled.

Evan Medell (B.B.A, '20)—Taekwondo, won the bronze medal
Jeremy Campbell (B.S., '24)—Track and Field, won the gold medal in Discus
Derek Loccident (B.S., ‘22)—Track and Field, took home two silver medals in the Long Jump and High Jump

The Women's Sitting Volleyball team, which trains at the UCO Wellness Center, won the gold medal. Several members of the team have attended classes at UCO. Kat King, the athletic trainer for the Women’s Sitting Volleyball team, is another UCO alumna participating in the Paris games.

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