Welcome, ALUMNI & Friends
Discover the new OKWU.
God has been faithful through every season of OKWU’s history.
Generations of students have experienced His faithfulness in classrooms, chapel services, lasting friendships, and the guidance of professors who cared.
These experiences formed their character, deepened their faith, and prepared them for lives of calling and service.
Connect
Keep in touch with OKWU as God continues His work of forming students.
Pray
Pray for our students, faculty, staff, leadership, and God’s continued faithfulness.
Serve
Use your time, experience, and relationships to encourage students and advance the mission.
Give
Keep in touch with OKWU as God continues His work of forming students.
Nominate an OKWU Eagle
Alumni Award nominations are open. Every year OKWU recognizes the outstanding achievements of our Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame. The winners are celebrated during Homecoming Weekend. Help make this a special year with a nomination.
Share Your News
Let us celebrate your achievements by submitting a family or career update in The Tower.
Alumni Facebook
Like the Oklahoma Wesleyan University Alumni Facebook page for pictures, news, and updates.
Our LinkedIn group offers professional networking opportunities for students and alumni. Join now!
The Tower Magazine
120th Anniversary celebration of OKWU's mission. Read servant leader stories, alumni news, and updates.
Our goal is big – $68 million dollars by 2030 so that we can secure the next 100 years of Oklahoma Wesleyan. The NOW Campaign is about two things – people and programs. We believe in this generation and want to invest in them with scholarships, endowments, improved facilities, and more.
Homecoming 2026
OCTOBER 2-3, 2026
Come celebrate and relive your college days. Mark your calendars and be part of the fun! Learn more and register today!
We want to hear from you!
Alumni Dependent Scholarship
Have a child coming to OKWU? The Alumni Dependent scholarship offers $400 annually to students whose parents attended OKWU or one of its antecedent schools. The parent must have successfully completed 12 hours at OKWU or one of its antecedent schools. The scholarship cannot be combined with the percentage of tuition or athletic agreements.
Alumni Engagement Opportunities
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Be an OKWU Prayer Warrior
Join in prayer for OKWU via Zoom for 15 minutes on Thursdays at 12 p.m. (noon) (CT). Join us here.
Pray that God will:
- Send OKWU everything needed
- Do His supernatural work in and through us every day
Nominate Outstanding Alumni for Awards
Nominate Eagles making a difference for God.
Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Inductions provide an opportunity to celebrate those who are advancing the work of the Kingdom of God in their sphere of influence.
Recommend a Student
Attend Athletic Events
Cheer for OKWU athletes when they compete in your area.
- Monitor the Eagles’ webpage to view schedules, rosters, and team news
- Invite alumni friends to join you in attending local competitions
- Introduce yourself to coaches and players
Inform Professors of Employment and Internship Opportunities for OKWU Students
Convey information about openings for student internships and employment to professor(s) who teach in the related field(s) of study.
Host Your Class Reunion During Homecoming
Email OKWU’s Alumni Director to assist in promoting your class reunion: alumni@okwu.edu
- Support the Alumni Director in creating a list of contacts from your reunion year
- Invite classmates to register for and attend Homecoming
- Assist in hosting your class reunion during Homecoming
Make a Difference Financially
Contribute to the ongoing scholarship and financial needs of the university.
Your generosity is part of God’s provision, enabling OKWU to influence culture with the grace and truth of Jesus Christ.
2023 Alumni Awards
Alumnus of the Year: This award recognizes an alumnus who advances the Kingdom of God through noteworthy, long-term accomplishments in professional endeavors, significant service to the church, and a positive impact on the lives of others. Young Alumnus Award: This...
Faculty Story: Fires of Community
A Heart for Questions Dr. Jonathan Ensor (’05) returned to OKWU in 2019 after more than a decade of teaching at the high school level. Since his return, he has become a foundational part of the OKWU experience for nearly every student, teaching courses from Old and...
Vision: NOW Campaign Update
Between now and 2030, the NOW Campaign will raise $68 million to invest in the future of OKWU. During the first year of the campaign, over $6 million has been pledged. Campaign Overview The three major priorities are the endowment for student scholarships ($30...
President’s Letter: Building the Next OKWU
Beyond OKWU: Sending Servant Leaders I give thanks every day for the foundations poured to start OKWU in 1905. It is exciting to build the next chapter in the life of Oklahoma Wesleyan University. As I reflect on the history of our school and the fact that...
Legacy of Generosity: The Campbell Story
By Kameron Nettleton Bob ('62) and Joyce Campbell's relationship with Oklahoma Wesleyan University goes back over 60 years. They can trace their roots to the Miltonvale Wesleyan College (MWC) days, where Bob attended for three years, starting during his junior year of...
Two Doctorates in Two Years for OKWU
Including Oklahoma’s First-Ever DBA Degree After breaking new ground last year with the first doctorate degree in OKWU’s 117-year history—the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)—the faculty in the Graduate and Professional Studies program are at it again. This time,...
Benediction 2024
Excerpt from Rev. Torrey MartinChapel Service April 24, 2024 “And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, ‘Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their...
Alumni Updates 2024
Alumni Updates 1. Samuel (’16) and Courtney (Merrill, ’16) Haynes have two boys: Rhett and Cooper. Samuel works for American Airlines, and Courtney teaches Pre-K for Broken Arrow Schools in Oklahoma. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2022-23. Dennis and Joan...
2023-2024 Athletic Highlights
Championship Legacy 2023-24 was another strong year for the Eagles, who continue to shine on the field, court, and diamond! The Eagles boast several programs that have developed into nationally ranked powerhouses. Five OKWU teams won KCAC Championships and earned...
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