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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.

Messages and Statements

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A Message from President Harroz – Celebrating Our Staff

April 20, 2026

At the University of Oklahoma, our momentum is driven by our people – and our staff are essential in our success. As we enter the final stretch of the spring semester, I want to recognize the commitment, care, and professionalism you bring to your work each day. You are central to every success we celebrate – from the student experience to the strength of our academic and research missions. Simply put, because of you, We Change Lives.

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A Message from President Harroz – Campus Master Plan

March 11, 2026

This spring, we will launch a comprehensive Campus Master Planning process for our Norman campus – a long-range framework that will guide how our physical environment develops over the next decade and beyond. This effort is not about a single building or isolated project. Rather, it is about establishing a cohesive vision that aligns future investments with our academic priorities, fosters student success, and promotes responsible, sustainable growth. This planning process will set direction – not final blueprints – providing clarity so that future decisions are deliberate and coordinated.

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A Message from President Harroz – Merit Tier Enhancements for FY27

February 05, 2026

At the University of Oklahoma, we strive to recognize and reward excellence in ways that are fair, transparent, and motivating. I am writing to share an important update to the university’s merit tier structure that reflects our continued commitment to valuing high performance across our institution.

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Lead On, University: The Next Phase

Leading the Next Phase of Transformation

Discover how “Lead On, University” is shaping the future of OU. Our refreshed Strategic Plan builds on our momentum while embracing transformative new aspirations that position us for even greater success and impact.

Strategic Plan Refresh

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