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Messages and Statements

Messages and Statements

Lead On, University Strategic Plan Refresh overlaying a collage of photos from across campus.

A Message from President Harroz – Embarking on a Strategic Plan Refresh

April 09, 2024

Over the past four years, our journey at the University of Oklahoma has been nothing short of transformative. Our “Lead On, University” Strategic Plan, launched in July 2020, has ignited a spirit of excellence within us. Together, we have achieved milestones that are reshaping our future in ways that will change lives for generations to come.

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.