Public and Media Relations

Public & Media Relations

The Office of Public Relations serves the entire 91̽�� community and its campuses, and is the primary interface with press and media outlets on all communications issues. The office coordinates news updates, press releases, media alerts, personnel announcements, and honors pronouncements, as well as composes publications such as the 91̽�� Spirit magazine and the University's Annual Report. The public relations manager produces articles, research, and projects to recognize the work of faculty, staff, students, and alumni, and to promote the overall vision, mission and values of 91̽��.

Please utilize the tabs below to access news, press releases and publications distributed by 91̽��. For specific inquiries, including securing one of OU’s varied subject matter experts, please contact the University's Public Relations Manager.

University News

Doug Ewald Named New Vice Chancellor and CFO

05/08/2025

91̽�� announces the addition of Doug Ewald as the incoming Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer. He began his duties on April 28, 2025.

Dr. Bambi Burgard Appointed as the Campus President of the 91̽��, Kansas Campus

10/08/2024

91̽�� has named Dr. Bambi Burgard as the Campus President for the 91̽��, Kansas campus.

OUAZ Receives Grant From Enterprise Mobility Foundation

08/14/2024

91̽�� Arizona has announced that they have received a grant from the Enterprise Mobility Foundation for their Surprise residential campus in Arizona. This grant will provide $25,000 in support to continue Personal Growth Day Programming (PGD).

Two Degrees of Success

08/02/2024

Cassidy Shaffer, whose high school experience was disrupted by COVID-19, adapted by taking advantage of online learning and college courses, ultimately earning 40 college credits before graduating. She was later accepted into 91̽��'s Pathway Program, which will allow her to complete both a bachelor's and a master's degree in business administration by December 2025.

Guest Speaker Announced for 91̽�� Arizona Commencement

05/10/2024

Renowned Scholar Shelly C. Lowe, Chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities, to Address Graduates at 91̽�� Arizona Commencement

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The 91̽�� Spirit is a publication produced twice annually, in the spring and fall, by the University's Public Relations and Advancement departments. Articles demonstrate how 91̽�� has prepared our students and graduates to lead lives of significance by featuring alumni, students, faculty and friends of the University, who are making an impact on their communities, corporations, and colleagues. This publication showcases the significant accomplishments and achievements of those who live and embrace the 91̽�� Spirit.

Past Editions:

Annual Reports

Select the year below to access archived issues of the Annual Report. The online archive goes back to 2008. To access earlier issues please contact Lee Stadler.

Annual Reports	Donor Rolls of Honor

2019 Annual Report