During the afternoon of May 24, 2011, several large tornados touched down in Oklahoma killing at least ten people and leaving a path of damage fifty miles long. Not only were lives lost, but also computers and other digital devices were severely damaged leaving victims without access to pictures, documents and other vital data stored on these devices. Digital Forensics students, using the knowledge and skills they learned in class and the same high-tech equipment used to solve crimes were able to recover gigabytes of treasured memories and important documents for tornado victims. This service-learning project provided a rich learning experience for students, integrated meaningful community service and strengthen ties with the community.

Buddy Broncho

Buddy Broncho made his first appearance in UCO's own newspaper The Vista. It was the October 3, 1932, issue where a Broncho appears wearing a UCO football uniform. He has appeared numerous times throughout the years from local Edmond papers in the 60's to state-wide papers in the 80's. The commissioning of the first ever live mascot appears in UCO's 1979 Bronze Book where Buddy Broncho made his first public appearance at Homecoming. Since that time, Buddy has been a fixture at UCO events and in the hearts of UCO students.