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Get to Know a Broncho

Mark Pierce, assistant director of Conferences and Events

1.What is your background? 

Hello! I am a long-time Oklahoma resident. I grew up in Moore, OK, and went through multiple tornados in that area. I have an amazing wife and two wild boys. 

2.How did you first get involved at UCO?

My first time getting involved with UCO was at a volleyball tournament in the wellness center when I was in college. . . .  read more

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Feature Story: 2025 Open Enrollment

Sydney Stover, director of Benefits

We’re nearly halfway through the semester, and I am sure everyone is feeling the busyness that comes with the fall—midterms, prepping for homecoming, and that’s right, Open Enrollment. As you work to balance your various responsibilities, it’s important to mark your calendars to enroll in 2025 insurance coverage. As a reminder, faculty and . . .  read more

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Faculty Senate Update

Kuang-Chung Hsu, professor of Economics

The Faculty Senate convened on September 12, during which we approved Resolution FSR-2024/2025-001, reaffirming our opposition to weapons on campus. Additionally, the following resolutions were discussed: transitioning UCO into a research-intensive university. The Senate unanimously voted in favor of sending the resolution to a committee. The meeting . . .  read more

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UCO Faculty and Staff (Wellness) Happy Hours

Khari Huff, assistant director of Health and Fitness

Please join the UCO Department of Wellness and Sport this fall semester for Faculty and Staff (Wellness) Happy Hours to get active, have fun and connect with colleagues in a supportive environment. This is a great way to utilize the UCO Faculty and Staff physical activity policy.

Activities include pickleball, kayaking, ziplining, basketball, . . .  read more

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Get to Know a Broncho

Kathy Smith, assistant professor of Nursing

1.What is your background? 

I grew up in Arlington, Texas.  I moved to Weatherford, Oklahoma to attend Southwestern Oklahoma State University to major in Pharmacy. I met my husband and got married before I could finish school.  We moved to Houston, Texas for a few years, then we moved to Edmond, Oklahoma and have been here ever since.  . . .  read more

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Feature Story: Open Enrollment Coming Soon

Sydney Stover, director of Benefits

Like many of you, the beginning of school marks a busier time for the Benefits team, which includes getting ready for Open Enrollment! More detailed information and communication will be forthcoming in September and October, but make sure to mark your calendar for October 21st through November 1st as the time to make your insurance . . .  read more

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Faculty Senate Update

Thomas Milligan, Faculty Senate president and professor of Mathematics and Statistics

Since the last Broncho Beat, there have been changes to the Faculty Senate officers. We saw Marc Goulding step down as Vice-President so that he could properly serve his department as Acting Chair. In his place, we are pleased to announce that Jill Davis (CEPS) has agreed to serve as Vice-President. We are also pleased to announce that Danielle Herrington . . .  read more