USAO Homecoming Program

Celebrating 50 years of USAO N O V E M B E R 1- 3

Table of Contents Schedule of Events 6 Thank You Sponsors 8 Hall of Fame Awards Program 9 Coach Jadyn Wallis 10 Linda McElroy 11 OCW-OCLA - USAO Hall of Fame 12 Young Alum Award Recipients 13 Alumni Association Inc Annual Business Meeting Agenda 2023 Annual Meeting Minutes Statements of Financial Position Mike Ross & Whitney Palesano

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Memorial Program 19 Obituaries 20 College Hymn 24

Dear Alumni and Friends,

Welcome home!

This year’s Homecoming celebration is especially meaningful as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of our university’s name change from Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts to the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma. A golden anniversary is a rare and cherished occasion, reminding us of the incredible journey we have taken together.

Our shared history includes the trailblazing women of the Oklahoma College for Women, whose pioneering spirit continues to inspire, and the first co-educational classes of OCLA, who helped shaped the incredible institution we know today. These foundations have built a legacy of learning, creativity, and community that lives on in each of us.

On behalf of the USAO Foundation, I express my appreciation for the effort you have put forth in maintaining your affiliation with this special university. Your presence matters to us and we are so glad to have you back on campus.

As we look forward to this historic celebration, we warmly invite you to “come home” to your alma mater. Join us in honoring the past, celebrating the present, and looking to a future filled with promise. In the words of our beloved college hymn, “For thee our love and praise shall ever be,” let us come together to remember, reconnect, and rejoice in all that makes USAO truly extraordinary. We can’t wait to welcome you back and share this memorable weekend with you!

President Kayla Hale President of the University

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Returning to Chickasha for Homecoming 2024 says something about you. It speaks to the unique connection that you have with your alma mater. It also demonstrates that you value the friendships and experiences that this university has provided you.

As you enjoy the exciting activities throughout the weekend, please know that we truly celebrate the role that you have played in building a tradition of success. Since 1908, whether it be OCW, OCLA, or USAO … we have endured. All of us, together.

Finally, thank you for the variety of ways that you help move us forward. Thanks also for the contributions that you have directed our way.

Whether it come in the form of involvement, volunteerism, or financial support, we are immensely grateful.

Sincerely,

JP Audas

Senior Vice President

2024 USAO ATHLETIC SCHEDULES WWW.USAOATHLETICS.COM

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Order of Order of Events Events 2024 Homecoming N O V E M B E R 1- 3

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Monday, Oct 28

Vollyball at 7 PM, Senior Night

Stargazing & S’mores at Habitat 6:30 PM

Day of the Dead Movie “Coco” 9 PM, Lawson Court

Student Life “Make Your Own Merch” 11-1 and 5-6:30 (student center)

Saturday, Nov 2

Tuesday, Oct 29

Hall of Fame Brunch 9 – 11 am, Ballroom

Chickasha YP Presenting Networking & Mentorship 5-7 PM, Troutt 320

Board Meeting 11:30 – 1 pm, Regents Room

Men’s BBall vs Texas College at 6 pm with Ring Presentation at halftime

Tailgate 11-5 pm, Student Center

Choir Concert 7:30 PM, Te Ata

Women’s Basketball at 2pm, Jadyn Wallis USAO Athletics Hall of Fame presentation at halftime

Wednesday, Oct 30

Men at 4:30 pm - Homecoming court presentation at halftime

Volleyball vs OKC at 7pm Thursday, Oct 31 Women’s Basketball at 5 PM with Costume Contest at halftime

Legacy Alumni Art Show at 4 pm, Davis 3rd Floor Gallery After Party 7:30 PM, Legends Pubhouse & Venue

Creature Feature Halloween Costume Contest & Runway, Artwrecker, doors open at 6:30 PM

Sunday, Nov 3

Monster Mash After Party – Ballroom at 9pm

Mimosas & Charcuterie 10:30 – 12 PM, Alumni House

Memorial 9:30 -10:30 AM, Chapel

Friday, Nov 1 Golf Scramble – 9 AM – 2 PM, Winter Creek Downtown Registration & Reunions 4:30 – 9 PM

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Thank You Sponsors

PRESENTING SPONSORS

Kay Neill & Phillip Wint

EVENT SPONSORS

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Awards Awards Brunch Brunch Prelude USAO Students

Special Recognition Willowbrook

Athletic Hall of Fame Jadyn Wallis

Welcome & Introductions Eugene Earsom, USAO Alumni Association President

Special Recognition State of Oklahoma Citation presented

by Rep Dick Lowe

Alumni Hall of Fame Dr. Linda McElroy

Brunch

Honor Class Roll Call

Greeting President Kayla Hale

Presentation of Awards Eugene Earsom, USAO Alumni Association President

Announcements & Closing Remarks Whitney Palesano, Association Executive Director College Hymn USAO Music Students

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • 9:30AM USAO BALLROOM

Jadyn Wallis 2024 ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME

Jadyn Wallis became the USAO softball coach prior to the 2013 season, and in that time, she has built the Drovers into a softball powerhouse. During Wallis’ time at the helm, she has a 509-150 (.772) win-loss record, 2018 NAIA National Championship, one NAIA National Coach of the Year award, four SAC Coach of the Year awards, five SAC Championships, nine NAIA National Tournament appearances, and achieved the longest win streak in NAIA history (59 games).

Wallis has also led the Drovers to three thirdplace finishes at the NAIA Softball World Series (2019, 2022,2024).

Under her direction, the program has produced three NAIA Pitcher of the Year awards, one NAIA National Championship MVP, three SAC Player of the Year award winners, eight SAC Pitcher of the Year award winners, 96 All-SAC selections, and 18 NAIA All-Americans. Furthermore, Coach Wallis is especially well known for her pitching prowess, with the USAO pitching staff earning SEVEN consecutive SAC Pitcher of the Year awards (5x Emily Cerny 2018-22 | 2x Sophie Williams 2023-24).

Wallis has produced winning campaigns in each of her 12 seasons, including three seasons in which the team reached the 50win plateau. The Drovers own a .772 win percentage under Wallis’ lead.

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In the Summers of 2023 and 2024, Wallis has added another impressive feat to her resume as she is the first pitching coach in the history of the OKC Spark (professional softball). Additionally, in 2023 one of her former players, Emily Cerny, became the first former NAIA player to ever appear in the WPF (Women’s Professional Fastpitch), playing alongside some of the game’s greatest players in the world.

Wallis, a native of Newcastle, and played collegiately at the University of Oklahoma under legendary coach Patty Gasso. Wallis pitched for the Sooners from 2005-2008 where she had a career record of 9-4 in 57 appearances, with 10 starts. She pitched a total of 110.1 innings and struck out 84 batters. The Sooners as a team combined for a 192-60 record (.773) winning percentage) during that time.

Wallis graduated from OU in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in sociology. She returned to her hometown and was an assistant coach at Newcastle High School in 2009 and 2010.

She later served as an assistant coach at Oklahoma Baptist University in 2011 and 2012 before joining the USAO program.

She and her husband, Greg, have four daughters, Marlie, Kennedy, Conner and Swayze.

Jadyn Wallis

Head Softball Coach

Linda McElroy 2024 ALUMNI HALL OF FAME

Dr. Linda McElroy has loved THE COLLEGE since she was a child! She graduated Summa Cud Laude from OCLA in 1970 with a degree in Vocational Home Economics, returned to USAO in 1985 to add teaching certifications, was a parent of alums (daughter Lisa McElroy Wright in early childhood and elementary; son Greg McElroy in music education, daughterin-law Kelli Tiller McElroy in deaf education with an emphasis in math). She came to OCLA as the recipient of the Greater OCLA Scholarship, and served as a student member of committees in developing Interdisciplinary Studies Courses. She returned to become a faculty member at USAO in 1995, teaching a variety of courses in teacher education and Interdisciplinary Studies. She became a full professor and received the Regents’ Award for Superior Teaching.

She spent her childhood in Grady County, started first grade at Grand Elementary in Chickasha, then moved to a farm near Verden as a fourth grader, and graduated from Verden High School. She was active in school activities and 4-H Club. She was named to Grady County 4-H Hall of Fame, was named a National 4-H Safety Winner and a State 4-H Leadership Winner, served as State 4-H VicePresident and Secretary, won numerous state contests in public speaking.

She moved to Purcell and was active in community activities and the First Baptist Church of Purcell, became a 4-H Leader, Girl Scout Leader, and Cub Scout Leader. She

taught in the public schools in Wanette and in Lexington for ten years. She completed a Master of Education degree as a Reading Specialist and a Ph.D. in Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum (Literacy Education), both at the University of Oklahoma.

She has been a leader in the Oklahoma Literacy Association, serving as state Chair, Chair-Elect, and coordinator between the state Association and the International Literacy Association, member of the Board of Directors, then advisor to the Board. She taught professional development sessions for an International Literacy Association conference in Sweden, several ILA and Oklahoma Literacy Association Conferences, and helped lead the Grady County Reading Council. She served for 17 years on the planning committee for the annual Reading Conference presented by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, and served as a keynote speaker at one of their conferences.

She served multiple terms on the USAO Alumni Association Board of Directors. She served for many years as the Faculty Advisor for the USAO Baptist Collegiate Ministries. She attends most campus activities such as music performances, symposia, student groups, etc., and celebrates with students. She loves staying in touch with alums!

Linda McElroy Professor of Education

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OCW - OCLA - USAO Hall of Fame 1972 1972 1973 1973

1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996

1997

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1998

Te Ata Gladys (Anderson) Emerson Hazel Frost Claribel Buford (Baird) Halstead Carma Russell (Zimmerman) Leigh Margaret Free Miller Clarice Tatman Barbara (Crouch) Lies Virginia Embree Frances G. Felton B. Geraldine Lambert Edna Mae Wilcox Jeane (Porter) Hester Kimiko (Hatta) Dugan PH.D. Sarah Emily Ellis Betty Pat Gatliff Polly (Lewis) Murphy Margaret (Echols) Moore Marjorie (Lenochan) Dougherty Rose Marie Smith Wyvona (Alexander) Lane Billye Ann Cheatum Bonnie Bell Buchanan Marjorie Garrison Dorothea (Seaton) Looney John Crump Myrtle (Chandler) Stevens Elsie Null Valda (Dowdy) Kester Ruth (Glover) Spencer Linda Mae Johnson M. D. Bonnie L. Pride Kathryn Elizabeth (Duncan) Empie Gainor Chambless (Laing) Jones Geneva Helm Esther (Phillips) Williams Loyce Willett Evalu Russell Helen (Ross) VonFeldt Themla (Ball) Wood Brendaa (Stanfill) Crammer Linda Poolaw Lillian (Canon) Boland Bill Jaxon Patricia (Cooper) Percy Sally Schott Dr. Coeta (Grimes) Evans Lois Gillis Hall Josephine (Edwards) Taylor T. Ray Faulkner Annabelle Lee Marilyn Murphy

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2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Juan Granados Doris (Hinson) Pieroth Betty Jean Sanders Londa Lee (Moore) Shaw Betty Jean Brannan Loretta Y. (Blunt) Jackson Vestal (Litton) Nobbs Mary Jayne (Nash) Montgomery Looney Ruth M. Arrington Flavia (Brown) Bare Pearl Opel Thorpe Angus Kent Lamar Ellen Taliaferro Mo Anderson Jerrie Cobb Kelly Johnston Virginia Voigt Wenger Lance David Henson Claire Clemons Cowan Angelina Merenda O'Bar Alecia Keahbone Gonzales Betty Remy Burns Ann Marie Hooper Harrison Paula Ruth Loop Mary Scrogin Wade Nan Nabors Reynolds Bill and Carol Wallace Bradford Edward Ableson Vicki Easley Emma Jean Smith Stover Ron Anderson Barbara Sue Benton Eugene Earsom J. Annette Dake Robert Eugene England Margaret McConnel Singer Vincent Hazelton Dr. Lotsee Patterson Dr. Dorothy "Dot" Marrotte Dr. Ric Baser Robert Heidlage Jr. Greg Johnson Jeff Johnson Dr. Kathy Black Joe Thomas Brisco McPherson M. Franklin Keel Pauline Spangler Jackie Knapp Jerry Bennett Mike Ross Dr. Toby Hamilton Lonnie Iannazzo Chris Willard Dr. Stanley S Brown Dr. Michelle Blake

Young Alum Award Recipients 1981 Larry Lietzke

2004 Steven Patrick Sanders

1982 Christopher Ritthaler

2005 Larry Brandon Wood

1983 LaShelle Edmerson

2005 Susan Waitman Wyant

1984 Mark Gish*

2006 Oisin Fagan

1984 Robert England

2007 Amy Young Paul Mays

1985 Larry Vernon Simmons 1986 Georgette Brown Horse 1987 Peter M. Cochran 1988 Bradford E. Ableson* 1991 Faye Ellen Hawks 1992 Twanna R. Bivins Robert W. Pelley 1993 Loretta Jackson 1994 Richard Boodle Angela Long Jeffries 1995 Vicki Rexroat 1996 Diane Medders 1997 Todd William Stallbaumer Dr. Roland G. Pourdavood 1998 David Alan Settle 1999 Linda Brinkman Willis* 2000 Reza Ross Pourdavood 2001 Stanford McConnell 2002 Sharon Shoemake

2009 Andrea Wood Brock 2010 Grant Evans Brandon Pasley 2011 Christopher Price 2012 April Doshier Heiple 2013 Dylan Cavin 2014 Angus Lamar Jessica Mollica 2015 Sean Crowell Akash Patel 2016 Candice Hillenbrand 2017 Jacqueline Evans 2019 Natalie Ingraham 2020 Jacob Alexander 2021 Jarred Turner 2022 Reagan Elkins 2023 Scott Parkinson

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Please join me in becoming a member of the 1908 Society. Your recurring gift will allow us to award more scholarships, enhance academic programs, and inmprove campus facilities. As a member of the 1908 Society, you’re choosing to become a vital part of USAO’s legacy while also helping to provide life changing opportunities for the future.

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JP Audas

Senior Vice President for External Relations

Executive Director of the USAO Foundation

Your support helps shape the future of USAO while honoring its rich history.

Join today and take pride in making a difference!

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Alumni Alumni Association Inc Annual Business Meeting Agenda Call to Order

Eugene Earsom, USAO Alumni Association President

Pledge of Allegiance Approval of 2023 Minutes Acceptance of Financial Report Annual Impact Report Installation of 2024 Board of Directors Motion to Adjourn

N O V E M B E R 2 , 2 0 2 4 • 11: 3 0 A M REGENTS ROOM

USAO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC.

Annual Business Meeting SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Board President, Heidi Walker, called the meeting to order at 1:08 p.m. Members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors present were Eugene Earsom, James Greenlee, Charlie Largent, Jennifer Shepard, Michelle Skinner, Ron Sullivan, and Heidi Walker. Alumni Association members present were Lynn Adams, Brenda Adams, Dr. Kathy Black, April Lawrence, Angie Lewis, Nicole McMonagle, Whitney Palesano and Sherry Sullivan. Also present were Dawn Brockman, Executive Director and Recording Secretary, Marissa Moore.

Meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Heidi Walker.

Review of Minutes: The minutes from the November 5, 2022, Annual Business Meeting was mistitled as the November 6, 2021 Business Meeting due to a program editing error. Approval of the minutes was therefore tabled to the 2024 meeting.

Review of Financial Report: There were no questions regarding funds contributed and dispersed as scholarships during Fiscal Year 2022-2023. Eugene Earsom moved to receive the financial report as presented and was seconded

by James Greenlee. MOTION CARRIED. President Heidi Walker discussed the Impact Report, with 468 gifts given by Alumni with contributions of $211,784, awarding more than $112,003 in Alumni Scholarships to 107 students and how it is important part of the what the association does. Former Board Member, Linda McElroy, echoed her sentiment, recalling how they had to piece together scholarships when she was on the Alumni Association Scholarship

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Committee, that often they could not cover everyone, and added how proud that at the 100th anniversary of the association there was a push to give out over $100,000 in scholarships and how proud that we are doing that annually now. Association member, Dr. Kathy Black, pointed out what a pivotal time we are at the university with a new president and that the Alumni Association should get behind President Hale to support her going forward. She added years ago there was a brochure that listed all the named scholarships, and she would like for us to encourage students to pay it forward in the future. Jennifer Shepard, a member of the Alumni Board of Directors, said a group of soccer alumni is planning to endow a scholarship and thanked Dr. Black for her encouragement.

Heidi Walker then introduced and conducted the installation of the newly elected members of the board of directors for 2024, including April Lawrence, Nicole McMonagle, and Whitney Palesano (Chris Willard is currently in California and will be installed in January). Heidi Walker then installed Eugene Earsom as Alumni Association President. Linda McElroy thanked the new board members for their willingness to step up and serve. She also thanked Heidi for her years of service as president. Dawn Brockman echoed her sentiments adding how people centered Heidi is and what a tool that is for bringing a group of people together to do great things. Dawn Brockman presented gifts to the outgoing board members that were present: Heidi Walker and Eugene Earsom.

Heidi Walker then recognized those who were not present: Michele Caine, Marcie PriceJackson Gordona Snow and Past President, Chris Collins.

Adjournment: There being no further business and the agenda completed, Eugene Earsom moved, seconded by Charlie Largent, that the meeting adjourn. MOTION CARRIED and the meeting adjourned at 1:27 p.m..

Respectfully Submitted,

Marissa Moore Recording Secretary

Statements of Financial Position JUNE 30, 2024 ASSETS

2024

Restricted cash

$30,790

Restricted investment cash Receivable

$610,219 $45

Oil and gas leases

$14,546

Investments

$2,353,248

Total Assets

$3,008,848

NET ASSETS Without Donor Restriction

$(580,516)

With Donor Restriction

$3,589,364

Total Net Assets

$3,008,848

Fiscal Year by the Number JULY 1, 2022 – JUNE 30, 2023

JULY 1, 2023 – JUNE 30, 2024

Number of gifts overall

Number of gifts overall

Total $ raised overall

Total $ raised overall

Number of donors overall

Number of donors overall

Alumni Giving

Alumni Giving

Alumni Donors

Alumni Donors

1,303

$1,671,165 753

$211,794 222

Alumni Gifts

468

800

$2,266,166 471

$678,574 163

Alumni Gifts

300

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Dear Drover Family,

Welcome back to USAO!

Welcome back to campus for this special Homecoming celebration! It’s always a great honor to see our alumni, fans, and supporters return to USAO. Your dedication to our university and Drover Athletics has been instrumental in the success we’ve achieved over the years, and we’re incredibly grateful for your continued support.

This homecoming is especially meaningful for me—not only as an alum, but it’s also my first as the new Director of Alumni Relations & University Development. It’s truly a full circle moment to work at the university that I’ve always loved. There’s been incredible growth since my time on campus, and I’m excited for you to see all the new and exciting changes.

Have you checked out the library or the newly renovated Jourdan House? There’s even a Starbucks now - both on and off campus!

As we celebrate throughout homecoming week and weekend, I want to encourage you to stay involved—whether it’s attending our games, cheering on our student-athletes, or making a financial contribution to help us grow. Your involvement makes a lasting impact on our programs and the lives of our athletes.

Together, we can continue to build on the proud tradition of excellence here at USAO. Thank you again for being part of the Drover family. Let’s keep the momentum going and make this an unforgettable year!

Best regards,

Mike Ross

Athletic Director and 2021 USAO Hall of Fame Recipient

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This growth extends beyond campus to the city of Chickasha, which is why we’re thrilled to kick off our homecoming weekend in the historic downtown district. We can’t wait to showcase both the university and the vibrant community that supports it. I hope you can feel the excitement and promise in the air during your visit. Celebrating “The Golden Era of USAO” means honoring our achievements in the classroom and beyond, no matter what year you graduated. Thank you for joining us in this celebration!

Whitney Palesano

Director of Alumni Relations & University Development

Memorial Memorial Program Program

Alumni Memorial Service Performers: Jack Fair & Isaiah Young Alumni Lucille M (Cox) Nelson

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Helen Maxine (Prather) Simpler

1944

Emma Jean (Smith) Stover

1950

Betty Whitney Wood

1951

Margie Gwen (Tow) Cox

1953

Norma Jean (Cruse) Harriman

1953

Mary Josephine (Shi) Stucker

1953

Wanda Fae (Ratliff) King

1954

Louise G (Bayless) Richey

1954

Geraldine (Suttle) Beavers

1955

Margaret Ann (Mood) Nichols

1955

Rose Carolyn (Hickey) Nissen

1955

Ruth Etta (McCormick) Griffith

1959

Agnes LouRue( Wilson) Crawford

1960

Arlene Tate Riddle

1960

Barbara Lee (William) Westerman

1960

Marilyn Marie (Barrett) Darnell

1961

Shirley Ann (Nicholas) Easeterling

1961

Judith “Judy” Ann (Lindsey) White

1961

Bessie “Be” Alleen (Webber) Fiegel

1963

Rebecca “Becky” (Roberson) Hook

1964

Geneva Lavelle (Nall) Dugger

1965

Ledora Ann (Winter) Ritchie

1965

Marilyn Joyce Barrington

1966

Delois “June” (Boggs) Elkins

1967

Jamey (Dennis) Hedgecock

1968

Opal Mary (O’Briant) Capshew

1969

Joan Maxine (Umsted) Koch

1970

Patricia “Pat” Lee (Bauer) Allen

1971

Patricia “Pat” Lee Allen

1971

Suzanne Marie (Jones) Snider

1971

Donna Colleen (Allen) Biggs

1972

LaDeana Jan (Ingold) Eaton

1972

David Gene Gardner

1972

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Roy “Bill” William Powers II

1972

Jeannene (Corder) Wheeler

1972

John D. Lambert Jr.

1973

Anita Louise (McElreath) Burkey

1975

Freddie Ray McCathern

1977

Jackie “Jack” Ray McKay

1979

Larry Lloyd Weathers

1979

Toni Kay Caicco

1982

Margaret “Maggie” Ann (Dean) Griffith

1982

Connie Marie (Carrigan) Carrigan-Sandt

1983

Colleen Elizabeth (Eckert) Courtney

1983

Tony Lynn Kirby

1983

Yvonne Elaine (Judkkins) Raines

1983

Thomas “T” Everett Denney

1986

Sheri K (Bramhall) Mummau

1987

Elta Lewvon (Barnett) Byrom

1990

Danny Bartell Johnson

1990

Malea Marie (Morris) Smith

1990

Theresa Carol (Orum) Clift

1991

Allen Wayne Elkins

1992

Rodney Daryl Ball

1993

Rita Gail (Stewart) Hughes

1993

Mary Ann (Watkins) Bradley

1994

Donna Edna (Kibby) Hamilton

1994

Nancy Ann Simmons

1994

Kristin Lynn (Fox) Lydens

1997

Kevin Darryl Vinyard

1998

Jay Tearle Goombi

2000

Michael George Hubbard

2002

Miranda Rashell (Christy) Goff

2005

Chrystal Renee Neeb-Thomas

2015

Shayla Lynn Mayhugh

2018

Edna Mae Wilcox

1949 + Former Faculty

Former Student

Faculty, Staff & Friends of the University

Conita Ann (Hargraves) Bradford

Stuart Meltzer

Fomer Faculty

Patricia “Pat” G (Whatley) Butterfield

David Crockett Cowan Jr

Former Adjunct Faculty

Mary Sue (Balden) Caldwell

Gary Edward Bryant

Former Board of Regents

Norma Lee (Tate) Carroll

Sharon Olivia (Martin) Brickman

Former Faculty

Evelyn Mae (Hays) Cassody

Dr. Dorothy “Dot” Mildred Marotte

Former Faculty

Marilyn Jean (Cole) Findley

Teresa (Ramirez) Massa

Former Faculty

Charlie Mae (Taylor) Fisher

Carol (Forrest) Sites

Former Staff

Brandon Charles Forshee

Stanley DeltonPadgett

Former Staff or Faculty

Lynda Belle (Elliott) Fritts

Rosemary Katherine (Dehart) Powell Former Staff or Faculty

Jerod Lee Frizzell

Mark W. Stallbaumer

Friend of USAO

Evelyn Louise (Elms) Gantz Roberta Ruth (Dowdy) Hooper Beverly Ann (Alspaugh) Joyce Charles Eldon Julius Diane (Stryker) Laird Lonnie “Babe” Layman Marlon Lynn McBeath Joann Laverne Nitzel Patrick Wade Scott Betsy Marilyn (Shockley) Steen Banks Stevenson Jr. Evelyn Rose (Dickson) Walker

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College Hymn

by Esther Phillips Williams

Hail, hail to thee, O noble alma mater.

For thee our love and praise shall ever be.

Thee we extol to heaven’s highest portals, led by its choirs above, we sing to thee.

Thy glory’s ours and, in our adoration, As long as life shall last we’ll faithful be.

And from our hearts we pledge thee true devotion.

So may our lives reflect and honor thee.