Presidential Partners

UCO's Presidential Partners Program logo featuring the establishment date of 1993 and an illustration of Old North
In 1993, UCO President George Nigh had a vision of philanthropy to build private giving and a metropolitan connection back to the institution. Through this foresight, the Presidential Partners program was established. Decades later, President Todd G. Lamb continues the tradition of celebrating the generosity of donors whose focus is moving Central forward. These dedicated university advocates provide the key to maximizing opportunities for our brightest students to be transformed through their educational experiences. 

Individual membership in the Presidential Partners program is achieved by supporters who contribute a minimum of $600 (graduated with a bachelor's degree within the past seven years) or $1,200 within a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Gifts can be made with a single gift or through an established monthly payment plan. Additional giving tiers are available to our donors who wish to support Presidential Partners at a higher level.

IMPACT

Contributing to Presidential Partners provides immediate resources for faculty, staff, and students to meet various needs. Scholarships for deserving students, research opportunities, study tour sponsorships, improved laboratories, and assistance for faculty and staff—all support the strategic mission of Central and foster a true partnership between our donors and campus.

SAVE THE DATE

Please save the date for an evening event at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, in the newly renovated Nigh University Center Grand Ballroom. The event will showcase a newly imagined Presidential Partner giving program, and we look forward to sharing the successes of our students, faculty and campus with you this fall. The entire UCO family is grateful for the generosity and vision of our Presidential Partners and is proud to continue the tradition of supporting academic excellence at the University of Central Oklahoma.

MORE INFORMATION

Presidential Partners can designate 50/50 between the Presidential Partners fund (S10111) and a fund(s) of your choice. Please email Mary Matlock at mmatlock6@uco.edu to confirm gift designation, request information or answer questions. To submit vehicle information for the 2025-2026 Presidential Partner Parking Pass, please complete the form below.

Presidential Partner Parking Pass

Campus Payroll Deduction Form

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$ 5,000.00
$ 25,000.00
$ 100,000.00
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*Emerging partners are UCO alums who have graduated with a bachelor's degree in the past seven years.

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