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Harmony eighth grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

February 19, 2020

Seventeen eighth grade Harmony GEAR UP students recently toured SOSU (Southeastern Oklahoma State University) in Durant. The students were met in the Glen D. Johnson Student Union by Admissions Counselor and Recruiter Steven Harris. After a brief overview of college life, organizations, and student services, Harris led the students on a walking tour of the campus. Students visited an apartment-style residence hall, and learned about dormitory living and other housing options. Students also visited several

McAlester ninth grade GEAR UP students visit Southeastern Oklahoma State University Part 2

February 19, 2020

Sixty-six McAlester ninth grade GEAR UP students recently toured SOSU (Southeastern Oklahoma State University) in Durant. Students began the day in the Glen D. Johnson Student Union to meet On-campus Recruiter and Admissions Counselor Sarah Hughes. Hughes began a walking tour of campus where students saw Morrison Hall, the oldest building on campus and home to the education department. Hughes then proceeded to show the students other buildings on campus, such as the Administration Building

McAlester ninth grade GEAR UP students explore Southeastern Oklahoma State University Part 1

February 19, 2020

Seventy McAlester ninth grade GEAR UP students recently explored SOSU (Southeastern Oklahoma State University) in Durant. Students were welcomed in the Glen D. Johnson Student Union by campus recruiters. Students were divided into three separate groups and given a tour of campus. The tours began in the Bloomer Sullivan gymnasium where NBA player Dennis Rodman’s jersey hangs. Rodman is a former SOSU athlete. Students then toured Shearer Hall & Suites, an apartment-style housing option. Throughout

Lane GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

May 13, 2019

Seventeen GEAR UP students from Lane recently traveled to Durant to tour SOSU (Southeastern Oklahoma State University). The eighth grade students were met by Transfer Student Recruiter Charles Jackson who works in the University’s Admissions Office. After a brief introduction, Jackson led the students on a tour of the campus. The day began with a tour of SOSU’s athletic facilities including the newly-remodeled baseball venue which has been renamed Mike Metheny Field in honor of

Krebs seventh grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

April 2, 2019

Thirty-two Krebs Public School seventh grade GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) students recently traveled to Durant to tour SOSU (Southeastern Oklahoma State University). High School Recruiter Kourtney Kaufman and Transfer Recruiter Charles Jackson began the tour at Glen D. Johnson Student Union where students were divided into two groups. Kaufman and Jackson educated students about services offered at the Native American Institute located in the Center for Student Success. Students

Frink-Chambers eighth grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

March 6, 2019

Thirty-two Frink-Chambers eighth grade GEAR UP students recently toured Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SOSU) in Durant. Students began the day at the Glen D. Johnson Student Union where they were greeted by Admissions Counselor and High School Recruiter Kourtney Kaufman and Transfer Student Recruiter Charles Jackson. Students separated into two groups to tour the student union and other buildings on campus with Kaufman and Jackson each leading a group. Located in the student union, students

Frink-Chambers seventh grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

March 6, 2019

Twenty-seven Frink-Chambers seventh grade GEAR UP students recently toured Southeastern Oklahoma State University (SOSU) in Durant. Students began the day at the Glen D. Johnson Student Union where they were greeted by Director of Admissions and Recruitment Jeremy Rowland, Admissions Counselor and High School Recruiter Sarah Hughes, and Transfer Student Recruiter Charles Jackson. Students were asked which careers they wanted to pursue, and then Rowland discussed the paths students could take through high school to

Rattan GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

January 11, 2019

Rattan GEAR UP students recently toured Southeastern Oklahoma State University, “The Campus of a Thousand Magnolias.” Students were welcomed by University Admissions Counselor/Recruiter Sheridan Burns and Admissions Counselor and Transfer Recruiter Charles Jackson joined by SOSU seniors Cara Worsham and Callie Bryant. Students began their tour at the Glen D. Johnson Student Union. Burns and Jackson led the Clayton students to the Paul Laird Field, the football stadium that was renovated with funding by the

Clayton GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

January 10, 2019

Clayton 7th and 8th grade GEAR UP students recently toured Southeastern Oklahoma State University, “The Campus of a Thousand Magnolias.” Students were welcomed by University Admissions Counselor/Recruiter Sheridan Burns and Admissions Counselor and Transfer Recruiter Charles Jackson. The tour began in the Glen D. Johnson Student Union. Next, Burns and Jackson led the Clayton students to the Paul Laird Field, the football stadium that was renovated with funding by the city of Durant sales tax.

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Harmony eighth grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

McAlester ninth grade GEAR UP students visit Southeastern Oklahoma State University Part 2

McAlester ninth grade GEAR UP students explore Southeastern Oklahoma State University Part 1

Lane GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Krebs seventh grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Frink-Chambers eighth grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Frink-Chambers seventh grade GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Rattan GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Clayton GEAR UP students tour Southeastern Oklahoma State University

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