President's Welcome

I am excited about leading this great university into the new millennium, and I hope you’ll decide to be part of that process.

No other university in the state is better positioned to tackle the challenges of the future than is UCO. With $54 million in construction recently behind us, we are moving toward new horizons that will bring even greater rewards and accolades to the university community. UCO can boast of state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, but the real measure of a university lies in the education of its students.

We are committed to providing strong academic programs that inspire intellectual curiosity, analytical thinking and effective communication skills. Student support services and activities that encourage broader horizons, increased appreciation for diversity and enhanced appreciation for the arts are vital - as are experiences that empower students for leadership roles in an ever-changing world.

UCO is dedicated to putting students' best interests first. Our students thrive in an atmosphere that is friendly and caring, yet demanding and challenging. Add to this our commitment to scholarship, our strength in teaching, our investment in technology and our dedication to leadership experiences, and you have a solid foundation in higher education for a bold and prosperous future.

Our roots are deeply embedded in tradition, but our branches are constantly reaching skyward, always in search of new horizons. We hope you will join us on this great adventure.