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Category: In the News
Southeastern to hold ‘virtual’ Fall Commencement on Dec. 12
DURANT, Okla. – Due to safety and health concerns surrounding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Southeastern Oklahoma State University will celebrate its December 12 Fall Commencement in a virtual format. “The health and well-being of our students, their families, faculty and staff continues to be our top priority,’’ said Southeastern president Thomas Newsom. “Unfortunately, holding large, […]
Read MoreDurant student finds path to medical career begins at Southeastern
Dr. Tim Smith observes Jensen Simmons at work in the lab. Simmons, a junior from Durant, will begin medical school at the Oklahoma State College of Osteopathic Medicine next year. DURANT, Okla. – While some local high school students may choose to pursue their higher education goals away from home, Jensen Simmons is a great […]
Read MoreSchedule announced for Southeastern’s ‘Welcome Home’ virtual events
DURANT, Okla. – Although the COVID-19 pandemic halted homecoming plans at Southeastern Oklahoma State University this fall, plans are in the works to engage alumni with the campus community. The University is putting together a series of virtual events for the week of November 11-14. Among the planned activities/events are video comments to alumni from […]
Read MoreBroken Bow junior pursues her studies with a clear purpose in mind
DURANT, Okla. – Yoselin Rodriguez-Diaz appreciates the sacrifices her family has made to enable her to pursue her dream of a higher education. And while that dream may not be achieved for a few more years, she already has a purpose in mind. “I’ve always liked helping people,’’ the Southeastern Oklahoma State University junior said […]
Read MoreDistinguished Alumna Sharla Frost releases new book
DURANT, Okla. – Sharla J. Frost, attorney and Distinguished Alumna of Southeastern Oklahoma State University, is the author of a new book titled, POWER AT THE TABLE: Guide to Gaining Clients and Control – The Law Firm Marketing Maverick Teaches How to Develop You Own Book of Business. The book is described as the Women […]
Read MoreSoutheastern aviation adds to fleet with two new Cirrus Aircraft
The newest additions to the Southeastern aviation fleet arrived recently. DURANT, Okla. – For many years, aviation sciences has been one of several programs that has made Southeastern Oklahoma State University distinct. Aviation Sciences, which began at Southeastern in 1966, now serves 150 students who come to Durant from around the country to pursue their […]
Read MoreAviation major Jacob Tran sees stars while climbing ladder to success at Southeastern
Jacob Tran is a senior aviation student at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. DURANT, Okla. – When Jacob Tran landed in Durant in the fall of 2017, he quickly found a home in two of Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s most storied programs – Aviation and Honors. The senior Aviation Professional Pilot major is scheduled to graduate […]
Read MoreSoutheastern enrollment surpasses 5,000 students for first time in history
Enrollment is at an all-time this fall at Southeastern with 5,339 students. DURANT, Okla. – Despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, enrollment continues to grow at a record-setting rate at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. For the first time since the school opened its doors in 1909, enrollment has topped the 5,000 mark. This […]
Read MorePandemic puts halt to Southeastern homecoming plans this fall
DURANT, Okla. – Due to the ongoing safety concerns surrounding COVID-19, Southeastern Oklahoma State University has made the decision to not hold traditional homecoming activities on October 23-24. “This was a very difficult decision, but the health and safety of our campus community, alumni, and visitors was the top priority,’’ said Southeastern president Thomas Newsom. […]
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