Wilburton sophomore GEAR UP students recently toured Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) in Okmulgee, OK. OSUIT is a recognized leader in applied technology education. Students were greeted at the Grady Clark Center by Recruiter Caitlin McCourt upon arrival. McCourt provided students with an overview of the academic programs offered, admission requirements, tuition cost and the history of OSUIT. Students then viewed a presentation video of Dr. Bill R. Path, President of OSUIT speaking to students about the expertise of instructors and job placement upon graduation. McCourt also discussed with students about the hands-on experience they can receive from

Wilburton GEAR UP juniors recently participated in Junior Day at ECU (East Central University) in Ada, Oklahoma. Junior Day is for upcoming seniors to learn about the opportunities available to them at ECU. The day began with ECU providing students with an overview of the campus before opening questions up to a panel of current ECU students. The students then attended different sessions to learn about majors of interest offered on campus and learn about scholarship opportunities and student life. A special session was held for students who wanted to learn about the Pride of Tigerland Marching Band which is

Seventy-one Wilburton High School GEAR UP students recently toured the Five Civilized Tribes Museum in Muskogee, Okla. The Five Civilized Tribes Museum is dedicated to preserving the art, history and culture of the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muscogee (Creek) and Seminole tribes. Museum Director Sean Barney educated students about Native American culture and history throughout the tour. GEAR UP students learned that the Five Civilized Tribes Museum building was built in 1875, and it was the highest point in Oklahoma. Barney discussed artifacts in the museum and their historical significance before transitioning to the outdoor portion of the tour. Barney lead