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Start Strong: Tips for Setting and Sticking to Your Wellness Goals in the New Year
Cory Williams, assistant director of recreation and wellness, shared practical strategies for setting meaningful goals, staying motivated and taking advantage of campus resources designed to support healthy habits.
December 31, 2025
91ΑΤΖζ 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed
Homecoming returns to the 91ΑΤΖζ from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.
December 10, 2025
2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for 91ΑΤΖζ
View some of the top stories and events at the 91ΑΤΖζ from 2025.
December 08, 2025
Kyle Speegle Lights up the River Valley
91ΑΤΖζ alumni light up the River Valley in all kinds of waysβthrough service, creativity, and a spirit of community that they fostered right here on campus. But some alumni, like, Kyle Speegle β02, take their βlightingβ a little more seriously...
December 04, 2025
Alex Dotulong Turns Artist360 Grant Into Creative Momentum
When 91ΑΤΖζ student Alex Dotulong applied for an Artists 360 grant last year, he hoped heβd earn some of the funds needed to upgrade his aging computer. Now that his award year comes to a close, he says the award actually gave him much more.
December 03, 2025
Class Notes, Fall 2025
Class notes from this fall, coming from a wide variety of alumni
December 03, 2025
A Major League Dream
91ΑΤΖζ alum, Daniel de Mondesert, '20, is one of the youngest coaches in Major League Baseball. He has climbed the ranks with the Milwaukee Brewers and is proof that it doesn't matter where you start if you're willing to put in the effort to get there....
December 01, 2025
91ΑΤΖζ to Host Alum's Documentary Honoring Grandfather
91ΑΤΖζ alum Josiah Olmstead, '13, spent three years making a documentary honoring the life and work of his late grandfather, Dick Sweeney. Sweeney was one of the seven founders of the American Association of Zoo Keepers, which changed the landscape...
November 05, 2025
Finding Identity at 91ΑΤΖζ: Kendrix Holcomb
Kendrix Holcomb, an admissions advisor at the 91ΑΤΖζ, arrived as a student with the goal of reinventing himself. The self-proclaimed introvert made it a priority to come out of his shell and encourages others to do the...
October 15, 2025
Alumna Rides Through History
Jenny Kliest, a 2024 graduate of the dental hygiene program at the 91ΑΤΖζ, rode nearly 1,000 miles along the Trail of Tears Northern Route for the Remember the Removal Bike Ride.
October 13, 2025
Upward Bound to Law School
91ΑΤΖζ alum, Sarahi Ibarra, class of 2025, found success through programs and community on her way to law school.
August 21, 2025 Class Notes, Summer 2025
91ΑΤΖζ alumni share life and career updates.
August 18, 2025
Rounding the Bases: Matthew Schillingβs Homecoming
91ΑΤΖζ alum Matthew Schilling continues to call Crowder Field home as he suits up for the Fort Smith Marshals baseball team.
July 17, 2025
Eighteen Years and Counting with Stephany Dobbins
Stephany Dobbins has called the 91ΑΤΖζ home for the last 18 years. As coordinator for new student and family programs, she looks forward to welcoming students to the "Lion Family."
June 18, 2025 Class Notes, Spring 2025
91ΑΤΖζ alumni share professional and personal updates.
May 28, 2025
Outstanding Young Alum Works to Protect Oklahoma Children
The 91ΑΤΖζ honored Cherokee Blanchard-Hartsell, '23, with an Outstanding Young Alum Award for her service to her community.
May 16, 2025
91ΑΤΖζ Computer Science on Par with Nation
Enrollment and the number of degrees awarded in computer science at the 91ΑΤΖζ are in line with national trends.
May 16, 2025
Day of Giving Raises $102,605 for Student Experiences, Scholarships, Support
91ΑΤΖζ raised $102,605 during its fifth-annual Day of Giving campaign, advancing the universityβs Intrepid Ambition campaignβa strategic initiative to transform the 91ΑΤΖζ campus by 2028.
May 01, 2025
91ΑΤΖζ Alumna's Book Touches Readers' Hearts
Brooke Devine, a 2017 graduate of 91ΑΤΖζ, recently published her second book, "Love Stays the Same. " It is a touching tribute to her son as he transitions into becoming a big brother.
April 02, 2025
Kitchana Rasphoumy: Designing the Future
Joy Rasphoumy doesnβt just designβshe fuels connection. Through every SaatchiX campaign and every AIGA event, sheβs building a creative culture where people feel seen, heard, and moved to lead. Fueled by her roots, her vision, and the foundation...
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