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Volume 17, Issue 28

Western and AT&T Recognized by OSRHE for Business Partnership

force requirements today and in the future."
Participating in the recognition program with Chancellor John

Twenty-eight business and higher education partnerships

throughout the state were recognized March 8, as innova
tive collaborations that further the education of Oklahoma's

son were l ieutenant Governor Todd Lamb and State Regent

Regents Business Partnership Excellence Award is designed to

Mike Turpen.
Western Oklahoma State College began the 2015-16 academic

highlight successful partnerships between higher education

year with student success as one of its strategic priorities and

institutions and businesses and to further cultivate the higher

learning environment through State Regents Economic Devel

launched several new campus initiatives, including the imple

mentation of new peer and professional mentoring programs.

opment Grants.
Institutions involved in these partnerships provide $500 for

These student success initiatives were important because the

college was lacking a central depository for all information

workforce The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Educations

Chad Wiginton, Vice President for Student Support

Services; Deano Cox, AT&T Oklahoma Area Manager, External Affairs; OSRHE Chancellor Glen Johnson, Steve
Hahn, President, AT&T Oklahoma; Dr. Phil Birdine,
Western President, and Lieutenant Governor. Todd
lamb were honored at the The Oklahoma State Regents
'-fbrHigher Educations Regents Business Partnership
-Excellence Awards. March 8, at UCO.

tuition waivers to employees of the partnering businesses; in

related to student success, including attendance, grades and

ternships that enable current students to work at the partnering

businesses; faculty externships with the partnering businesses;

behavior. Through the generous support of AT&T, Western

will enhance its Navigating for Success program, which gathers

and/or enhancement of the partnerships with additional equip

data from retention software and from professional and peer

ment. materials or supplies. The State Regents provide a $500

mentors. This program uses the information collected from the

recently incorporated initiatives to target students who are at

match to the waivers.

risk of dropping out or failing. The support of AT&T affirms

its commitment to investing in education and helping fund

"Our state system institutions collaborate with the business

community to link academic programs directly to employment

programs that put students on a path to success. Western is

appreciative of AT&Ts generous support of its Navigating for

needs," said Chancellor Glen D. Johnson. "These partnerships

allow our colleges and universities to provide innovative, inter

Success program and looks forward to a long and mutually

active learning experiences for students that align with work

beneficial relationship.

Student Pioneer Peek Featuring Nursing Students...

Tmaini Payton

Ultimate Career Goal: Get my Master's of Science in Neonatal

Nursing.

Emmanuel Castro
Ultimate Career Goal: Become a (nursing) practitioner.

Most Prued Possession: The bible I got when I was baptized.

Most Prized Possession: The life God has placed in me.
Three items with me at aN times: My purse, lip gloss and
glasses, because I can't drive without them.

Three items with me at all times: My phone, keys, and wallet

What about you would surprise people? I only watch about an

hour of TV every two weeks.

What about you would surprise people? I'm realty good at fixing
broken stuff, especially when I break it

Why did you choose Western? ... the friendly environment It's
very comforting that I can know my teachers and ask them
anything. The low tuition was a bonus as well.

Why did you choose Western? I knew I would miss my parents.

Who is your favorite instructor? The following have impacted
my life, due to their amazing teaching ability: Mrs Shelby, Mrs.
Keenum, and Mrs. Smith. They've got a gift

Who is your favorite instructor? All the instructors are my

favorite. They have all taught me different things that only they
can teach. Im very thankful for that

HOMETOWN/HIGH SCHOOL
SAN AMO/ALTUS HIGH
MAJOR: NURSING

What are the benefits of attending Western? Knowing your

instructors, low tuition, small class size, positive environment,
and everyone wants to see you succeed.
What advice would you give to new students? Always believe in
yourself and never give up.

What are the benefits of attending Western?

The people. I've come to appreciate every smile and
conversation with the staff and students.

WJMETQWN/HtGH SCHOOL
ALTUS HIGH
MAJOR: NURSING

What advice would you give to new students? Enjoy every

moment you are here, I promise you, you'll miss it

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Staff Pioneer Peek Featuring.

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Students Honored by OACC

Position: Counselor
Number of Years ai Western. 7
Education: Associate in Science, WOSC; Bachelor of Arts in Sociology.
UCO. Master of Education with emphasis in Agency Counsekng, SWOSU
Whal do you enjoy about Western? I love having the daily opportunity to
make a positive impact on our students' lives. Working at Western
allows me to see so many young people grow into amazing young adults.

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