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Joe Harroz Jr., President of the University of Oklahoma with students

 Together, as a university community, we endeavor to become worthy of our past – the tremendous legacy we have inherited – and to deliver on our promise of changing lives for generations to come. 

– President Joseph Harroz, Jr.

OU President Joseph Harroz wearing inauguration regalia.

Inauguration of the 15th President of the University of Oklahoma

Joseph Harroz, Jr. was inaugurated as OU's 15th president and delivered his vision for the future of the university on September 17, 2021.

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Messages and Statements

Stephenson Research Center in Norman, Oklahoma.

A Message from President Harroz – Vice President for Research and Partnerships

October 29, 2024

Dr. Tomás Díaz de la Rubia, who has led our research enterprise on our Norman campus as Vice President for Research and Partnerships since Fall 2019, has accepted a position at the University of Arizona. His last day at OU will be November 8 before departing for the U of A as its new Senior Vice President of Research, Innovation and Impact.

Students walking on OU's Norman campus surrounded by trees in autumn.

A Message from President Harroz – Free Speech Week

October 17, 2024

At the University of Oklahoma, we are proud to recognize Free Speech Week – a national observance of our First Amendment freedoms. It’s a time to celebrate our constitutional rights of free speech, inquiry, and expression, and to appreciate their fundamental role in our academic and research community.

Hollye Hunt.

A Message from President Harroz – Vice President of Executive Affairs and Chief of Staff

October 09, 2024

We are thrilled that OU’s Chief Government Affairs Officer Hollye Hunt will be stepping in as our new Vice President of Executive Affairs and Chief of Staff, pending final approval of the OU Board of Regents. Given Hollye’s extensive background in government relations, deep understanding of policy, and proven success building strategic partnerships, there is no one better poised to take on this key role. She will begin her new position on October 28.

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Embarking on a Strategic Plan Refresh

Strategic Plan Refresh

Starting in Fall 2024, the university will begin the refresh process by establishing working groups and finalizing feedback from stakeholders and the campus community to update our framework.

Strategic Plan Refresh

Strategic Plan Updates

As goals and strategies are achieved, the University of Oklahoma will provide major strategic plan updates to the community. Stay informed about our progress and achievements.

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