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iT’s HArD TO BEliEVE that less than a year ago President robert Henry appointed me to serve as interim Dean of the Meinders school of Business. it has been a whirlwind of activity and an extraordinary learning experience. i have been ener-gized by our students, faculty, administration and our school’s advisory board members.

And speaking of energy, i think we all realize that energy has been and is the defining industry in Oklahoma; and now it is a theme for our future. The next chapter in the story of the Meinders school of Business relates directly to the energy industry. we are introducing new degree programs that are inspired by and developed with energy business leaders, we are

building an energy speaker series that will be the envy of larger academic institutions, and we are building relationships with the top executives of these companies to provide internships and jobs to our students.

Our new Master of science in Energy Man-agement program is at the forefront of this new effort. with classes beginning in January, we have connected with knowledgeable industry experts, government and regulatory leaders, and new con-tacts from the international community to bring this unique and exciting new program to Oklahoma City. Developing executive leadership for the future

is something that MsB has always done, and this program promises to continue that tradition spe-cific to the energy industry for years to come.

we have also started a new certificate program in Petroleum land Management (PlM) that has been of great interest to a variety of new students. Melissa Cory is the director of our Continuing Edu-cation and directs this PlM program.

Also in the works is a master’s level curriculum in Energy legal studies designed to educate stu-dents about contract and property law, oil and gas law, and negotiation and settlement as they relate to the energy industry. we have the extraordinary advantage of being able to offer these courses in the evening after employees at the various energy companies in Oklahoma City complete their work-day, and can have a short commute to our campus in the heart of the city.

we invite you to enjoy our magazine, and as you read through its pages we hope you think about the ways you and others can connect with MsB and become active in our programs, projects and events. Opportunities for involvement exist at a variety of levels: from mentoring and establishing internships with our current students, to provid-ing job opportunities to our graduates, to working with MsB as we continue to develop our programs for the future. The energy and excitement that the 2011-12 school year promises to bring is tremen-dous, and it is our plan to share it with everyone.

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retired Oklahoma City university Professor ruth leebron lev-enson is one of the school’s newest alumnae. levenson received an Honorary Doctor of Humane letters from President robert Henry in April.

levenson began teaching accounting at OCu in 1966 after establishing a career at an Oklahoma City accounting firm during a time when women struggled to survive in the business world. levenson taught at OCu for about 30 years, helped establish the university’s Master of Business Administration program in the Pacific rim and served as an associate dean and dean of interna-tional programs.

levenson is currently active on the boards for the Kerr Foun-dation, Oklahoma international women’s Forum and the Jewish Federation of Oklahoma City.

Among the memories levenson has of her time at OCu is the role she played as advisor to many iranian students during the time leading up to the 1979 revolution.

“i counseled all the iranian students who wanted to major in accounting,” she recalled. “The men did not like for a woman to tell them what they had to study.” However, levenson success-fully fulfilled her advisor’s duties, an experience that served her well when she taught in overseas programs for OCu in later years.

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“The oil and natural gas industry remains Oklahoma's top industry,” said russell Evans, executive director of MsB’s Economic research and Policy institute when shar-ing his findings with the Oklahoma Economic resources Board in June.

Evans said the study shows the energy sector is recovering well from the recent recession, although it is still down about 5,000 jobs from its peak over the past decade in 2007.

“About one out of every seven jobs in the state is directly or indirectly tied to oil and gas,” continued Evans. “As much as one out of every $5 of state earnings is directly or indirectly tied to the oil and gas industry and as much as one out of every $3 in state production of gross state prod-uct is tied directly or indirectly to the oil and gas industry.”

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The Meinders school of Business will introduce a new Master of science in Energy Management degree in January 2012.

Developed by the Meinders school of Busi-ness and executives from Oklahoma’s largest energy companies, the Master of science in Energy Management will focus on the business side of energy management, providing ad-vanced education across topics integral to the field of energy management.

“with the location of campus near to both the heart of the energy industry and state agencies, OCu and the Meinders school of Business is an automatic fit for a program like this,” said Professor David May, director of the program. “no matter if a student has a back-ground of working with an energy company or not, they will be able to make connections, learn the industry from leaders in the field, and become prepared through both academic and practical experience to go a long way.”

For those who are interested in learning more about the Master of science in Energy Management degree, visit the website at msb.okcu.edu/graduate/degree-programs/ master-of-science-in-energy-management/ or contact graduate admissions at (405) 208-6222 or [email protected].

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steven C. Agee, dean of the Meinders school of Business at Oklahoma City university and chairman of the Federal reserve Bank of Kansas City, Oklahoma City Branch (pictured at right); Thomas M. Hoenig, former president of the Federal reserve Bank of Kansas City (cen-ter); and governor Bill Anoatubby, recently re-elected as head of the Chickasaw nation and a board member of the Federal reserve Branch in Oklahoma City (left); are pictured in a garden honoring Chickasaw elders at the Chickasaw Cultural Center near sulphur, Okla.

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The Meinders school of Business offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional development programs. world-class faculty train future busi-ness leaders through innovative teaching methods in a small, urban, private-school setting, giving each student a firm founda-tion for a lifelong career.

The school is committed to quality busi-ness education at every level of study and offers students a management perspective that emphasizes ethics, entrepreneurship and social responsibility in the workplace and that equips students to work suc-cessfully in the diverse global business environment. Courses emphasize best business practices, theory and practical applications to give students well-rounded management skills.

The $18.3 million, 80,000-square-foot Meinders school of Business is much more than a building with class space, it’s an impressive technology hub with features found mostly in sleek corporate environments. OCu Trustee and longtime benefactor Herman Meinders funded the entire construction of the building, which was completed in 2003.

recent accomplishments and celebra-tions include:> > > The Chesapeake Energy Presiden-

tial scholars program is funded via a $5 million gift by Chesapeake Energy spread over five years, and gives about a dozen students per year the op-portunity to take part in a variety of

leadership activities and mentorship opportunity with Chesapeake Energy executives;

> > > Mentoring students to win major business competitions. in 2008, OCu’s governor’s Cup team finished second in the world at the lee Kuan Yew global Business Plan Competition in singa-pore. in 2009, one of OCu’s teams took first in the state and another fin-ished as a state semi-finalist. in 2010, one of OCu’s teams took second and in 2011, two OCu teams placed third in the state;

> > > Partnering students and faculty members on research projects;

> > > Offering resources to area busi-nesses through the love’s Entrepre-neurship Center;

> > > Providing internship opportunities for students. More than 80 percent of OCu business students participate in an internship or an in-depth, publish-able research project;

> > > introducing a Petroleum land Management program, a certificate program for those interested in learning more about the oil and gas business in Oklahoma;

> > > Boasting a world-class faculty with 90 percent holding the highest de-grees in their field. Professors regularly publish articles in professional journals. Faculty members include gordon sel-lon, who retired in 2009 as the senior vice president and director of research

for the Kansas City Branch of the Federal reserve Bank, and James Ma, who worked as an equity trader on wall street and international trade represen-tative in China;

> > > Pairing students with the local business community through the insti-tute scholars Program at the school’s Agee Economic research and Policy institute. The institute disseminates information to businesses, govern-ment and regulatory agencies through economic impact studies, marketing and macroeconomic survey data, the Meinders Consumer Confidence Poll and other forms of economic research. The institute oversees eight consumer confidence surveys conducted in concert with the Federal reserve Bank meetings as well as other research and polling for businesses, organizations and agencies.

students at the Meinders school of Business are offered many exciting opportunities, including attend-ing the world Business Forum held in new York City every October. global leaders participating this fall include general Electric CEO Jack welch, author Malcolm gladwell, starbucks Chair/CEO/President Howard schultz and former president Bill Clinton.

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Hall of Honor Oklahoma City university’s Meinders school of Business will honor five busi-ness leaders at the 25th annual Oklahoma Commerce & industry Hall of Honor luncheon nov. 3 at 11:30 a.m. at the Cox Convention Center. The 2011 inductees are Martha A. Burger, recipient of the Outstanding Achievement Award; stan Clark, Entrepre-neurial spirit Award; H.E. gene rainbolt, Chairman’s Award; John richels, Presi-dent’s Award; and lee Allan smith, Paul strasbaugh lifetime Achievement Award. Martha A. Burger is the senior vice pres-ident of human and corporate resources for Chesapeake Energy providing leader-ship for human resources, administrative services, facilities, communications, secu-rity and ethics and the company’s fitness center. Chesapeake has grown from 85 to ap-proximately 10,800 employees during the 17 years of Burger’s association. she has been involved in developing compensation packages to attract, motivate and retain talent, and to help Chesapeake build a

distinctive corporate culture promoting work-life balance and community service. Chesapeake has been recognized on For-tune magazine’s list of 100 Best Compa-nies to work For in the u.s. since 2008. Before joining Chesapeake, Burger served as vice president and controller and assistant treasurer at Hadson Corpora-tion. she also held accounting positions at Phoenix resources Companies, inc. and Arthur Andersen & Co. Burger holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the university of Central Oklahoma and in medical technology from Oklahoma state university. she received a master’s degree in business administration from Oklahoma City university in 1992. Burger is the 2011 campaign chair-woman of the united way of Central Okla-homa and is serving as vice chairwoman of the Education & workforce Develop-ment Division for the greater Oklahoma City Chamber. she is an at-large member of the MAPs 3 Citizen’s Advisory Board’s Oklahoma river subcommittee. she is a member of Oklahoma’s Turning Point

state Health Plan committee and the society for Human resource Manage-ment. she serves on the board of trustees at Oklahoma City university, university of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma City Boat-house Foundation and the Central Okla-homa Humane society. she also serves as president of the regional Food Bank Foundation. stan Clark is president of stan Clark Companies, which owns Eskimo Joe’s and other restaurants in stillwater. A native of Tulsa, Clark graduated from Oklahoma state university in 1975 with a bachelor’s degree in business administra-tion. He had $1,200 to his name when a friend suggested they should open a bar. Eskimo Joe’s opened on July 21, 1975. After two years as partners, Clark bought his partner’s half interest to become the sole proprietor of Eskimo Joe’s. Mexico Joe’s opened in 1987. The company opened its first retail location, Joe’s Clothes world Headquarters, later that year. in 1993, gov. David walters appointed

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Hall of Honor Clark to the Oklahoma Tourism and recre-ation commission. He was reappointed by gov. Frank Keating twice and served for nearly nine years under three governors. Clark opened Joseppi’s italian Kitchen in 2000 next to Mexico Joe’s. in 2002, he incorporated his latest operating company, Eskimo Joe’s Promotional Products group. One of the company’s legacies is its support of the stillwater com-munity, particularly the stillwater Area united way. Eskimo Joe’s has sponsored and hosted the Juke Joint Jog for more than 20 years and has been the title sponsor of the Three Amigo’s united way golf Classic for 16 years. it has sponsored or contributed to the special Olympics of Oklahoma, the stillwater Pub-lic Education Foundation and the Coaches vs. Cancer program. H.E. gene rainbolt is chairman of BancFirst Corp. He was previously chair-man and president of the Federal national Bank in shawnee and chairman of united Community Corp. rainbolt was inducted into the Okla-homa Hall of Fame in 1999. He serves as a director for sonic Corporation and as a partner for venture capital firms. He earned several honors from the university of Oklahoma including the Distinguished service Award, Distinguished graduate society, the Arther Barto Adams Alumni Award and the regents’ Alumni Award. rainbolt received the Bronze star Medal and Army Commendation Medal. He served in the Army for four years after receiving a commission as a distinguished military graduate from Ou. He was an artillery officer during the Korean war and an officer in the 981st Field Artillery Bat-talion. John richels was elected president and chief executive officer of Devon Energy in June 2010 and joined the board of directors in 2007. Prior to joining Devon in 1998, richels served as chief financial officer of northstar Energy Corporation. He is a graduate of York university, where he earned a bachelor's degree in

economics. He also holds a law degree from the university of windsor. richels serves as chairman of the Oklahoma City national Memorial, past president of the Oklahoma City Philhar-monic, a member of the Board of Trust-ees of Oklahoma City university and the Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation. He

is a director of the independent Petroleum Association of America. lee Allan smith is chairman of Okla-homa Events, a full-service event produc-tion firm. smith served as vice chairman of Ackerman McQueen and president of Oklahoma Centennial sports, inc., which was the local organizing committee for the u.s. Olympic Festival – ’89 in Oklahoma. in 1978, smith joined KTVY Channel 4, an nBC affiliate, in Oklahoma City, where he served as president and general manager. Before KTVY, he spent 22 years with gaylord Broadcasting Company, where he started as a local salesman. He went on to become general manager and vice president of wKY radio and assistant general manager of wKY-TV. He served three years as chairman of the Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. He is active on several boards of direc-tors. His civic and professional activities include past president board member of Allied Arts of Oklahoma, past president and current member of the Oklahoma Zoological society, inc., past member of the Oklahoma City Zoo Trust Board, and past chairman and current board member of the Oklahoma Heritage Association. He also served as past president and is a cur-

rent member of the last Frontier Council, Boy scouts of America executive board, state Fair of Oklahoma board of directors, Kirkpatrick Center board of consultants and other boards. He helped establish the Oklahoma City Zoo’s Aquaticus exhibit. He is also found-er and producer of the stars and stripes

show and was the creator and developer of stars and stripes Park. smith organized the Civic Center Music Hall grand re-opening, helped orchestrate the Dome dedication at the state capitol building and helped plan the state of Oklahoma's centennial celebration. smith attended Oklahoma City Public schools and graduated from the university of Oklahoma. He was a first lieutenant and special service officer in the u.s. Air Force. He

served in Austria, germany and libya. smith was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1994. Other honors include the Oklahoma City Public school Foundation's annual wall of Fame Hu-manitarian Award and induction into the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Meinders school of Business interim Dean steven C. Agee said this year’s Hall of Honor class should be commended for their leadership qualities. “Each of these honorees has dem-onstrated admiral qualities with their contributions to business leadership and in helping with charitable causes,” Agee said. “we are proud to add them to our distinguished list of previous Hall of Honor inductees.” in addition to recognizing members of the business community, the Oklahoma Commerce & industry Hall of Honor lun-cheon benefits the Meinders school of Business scholarship program. Corpo-rate sponsorships and individual tickets are available. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.okcu.edu/business or contact Melissa Cory at (405) 208-5540 or [email protected].

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ocu planS governor’S energy conference gov. Mary Fallin and about a dozen local and national energy leaders will discuss the future of energy in Okla-homa during the 2011 governor’s Energy Conference presented by Oklahoma City university’s Meinders school of Business nov. 9 at the Cox Business services Center. The conference will address topics such as new technologies, natural gas supplies, infrastructure issues, energy policy, environmental implications, and details on Oklahoma’s natural gas, renew-able energy and smart grid developments. The daylong event begins at 8 a.m. and features gov. Fallin, steven C. Agee, John Curtis, Peter Delaney, robert Henry, Mela-nie Kenderdine, John Krenicki Jr., Aubrey McClendon, C. Michael Ming, Ernest Moniz, John richels and stuart solomon. The conference is sponsored by the Karl F. and June s. Martin Family Foundation and the Office of the Oklahoma secretary of Energy. The morning sessions will consist of presentations on natural gas technology, resource estimates, energy infrastructure and policy both locally and nationally. Dr. Moniz will provide the luncheon keynote address followed by an afternoon CEO panel conducted as a fireside chat. governor Mary Fallin served two terms in the Oklahoma House of representa-tives, served as lieutenant governor for 12 years and was elected to the united states Congress in 2006. while in Congress, Fal-lin worked directly on energy issues as a

member of the natural resources commit-tee. in 2010 she was elected Oklahoma’s first woman governor. Agee is the interim dean of OCu’s Meinders school of Business. He has served as a visiting professor of econom-ics and director of the Economic research and Policy institute at OCu. He joined the Oklahoma City Branch Board of the Federal reserve Bank of Kansas City in 2006 and was named chairman of the board in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Agee is

president and COO of Agee Energy llC, located in downtown Oklahoma City. Prior to leading Agee Energy, he was president and COO for lee and Agee inc. and XAE Corporation. Curtis is a professor of geology and geological engineering at the Colorado school of Mines and he serves as director of the Petroleum Exploration and Produc-tion Center and the Potential gas Agency

at the school. Curtis, who has 15 years of experience in the petroleum industry with Texaco, sAiC, Columbia gas and Brown and ruth laboratories/Baker-Hughes, also co-directs the CsM unconventional natu-ral gas institute. He serves on and has chaired several professional society and natural gas industry committees including the supply Panel, research Coordination Council and the science and Technol-ogy Committee of the gas Technology institute. He is an associate editor of the

American Association of Petroleum Geolo-gists Bulletin and The Mountain Geologist. Delaney is chairman and CEO of OgE Energy Corporation and Enogex. Delaney spent 15 years as an investment banker on wall street and specializes in corpo-rate finance and other advisory services to electric and natural gas utilities in the u.s., Europe and south America. He is actively involved as a member of several

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community and industry boards of direc-tors including the Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, united way of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation and integris Health. Henry serves as president of Oklahoma City university. During his distinguished career, he has served in each branch of government. He was a member of the Oklahoma House of representatives, served as attorney general of Oklahoma and most recently served on the u.s. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit where he became chief judge in 2008. He left a lifetime appointment on the federal bench to become the 17th president of OCu last year. Henry also has served as dean and professor of law at OCu. He serves on the boards of directors for Devon Energy, the Oklahoma Heritage Association and the Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. Kenderdine is the executive director of the MiT Energy initiative. she is part of a three-person leadership team for the initia-

tive, responsible for its implementation and the development of long-range strate-gies for its activities, management and growth. Prior to joining MiT, she was vice president of the gas Technology institute for washington operations where she was involved in major initiatives to increase do-mestic natural gas supply, enhance energy efficiency and security and promote the research needs of the natural gas indus-

try. she has served in several key posts at the u.s. Department of Energy, including director of the Office of Policy and senior advisor to the secretary. Krenicki is vice chairman of gE and president and CEO of gE Energy. His gE career began in the technical marketing program after he held a number of leader-ship roles with gE’s plastics and materials businesses. He later served as vice presi-dent of lighting-Americas, superabrasives and president and CEO of transportation systems. in 2003, he was named a senior vice president of gE and president and CEO of gE’s plastics business, which com-bined with silicones and quarts to form gE Advanced Materials. in 2005, Krenicki assumed his current role as president and CEO and was appointed as a vice chair-man in 2007. He is a member of gE’s Corporate Executive Council and the gE Capital Board of Directors. McClendon has served as Chairman of the Board and CEO of Chesapeake Energy Corporation since co-founding the compa-

ny in 1989. McClendon serves as a direc-tor of ProCure Treatment Centers, serves on the advisory board of Eagle Energy Partners and is a member of the board of visitors of the Fuqua school of Business at Duke university. Ming serves as the Oklahoma secretary of energy. He was appointed by gov. Mary Fallin in January. Ming formerly served as the president of the research Partner-

ship to secure Energy for America and as an independent natural gas producer as a managing member and principal of K. stewart Energy group and K. stewart Petroleum Corporation. He is an emeritus member and past chairman of the petro-leum investments committee at stanford university. Moniz is the Cecil and ida green Profes-sor of Physics and Engineering systems, director of the energy initiative and direc-tor of the laboratory for Energy and the Environment at the MiT Department of Physics. He has taught at MiT since 1973 and served as the under secretary of the u.s. Department of Energy from 1997 to 2001. He served as the associate director of science in the Office of science and Technology Policy in the Executive Office of the President from 1995 to 1997. Moniz’ principal research contributions have been in theoretical nuclear phys-ics and in energy technology and policy studies. He currently serves on President Barack Obama’s Council of Advisors for science and Technology. richels was elected President and CEO of Devon Energy in 2010 and joined the Board of Directors in 2007. Prior to join-ing Devon in 1998, richels served as CFO of northstar Energy Corporation. He serves as chairman of the Oklahoma City national Memorial, past president of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and a member of the Board of Trustees of Oklahoma City uni-versity and the Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation. He also is a director of the independent Petroleum Association of America. solomon is president and chief operat-ing officer for the Public service Company of Oklahoma. He previously served in a variety of utility management positions in Texas, Ohio and west Virginia. To register for the conference or for more information, call Melissa Cory at (405) 208-5540 or email [email protected].

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The Oklahoma City Community Founda-tion recently released a study about the public parks in the metropolitan area that was conducted by the steven C. Agee Eco-nomic research & Policy institute in the Meinders school of Business at Oklahoma City university. The Community Foundation commis-sioned the comprehensive study of the Oklahoma City park system last year. The study was completed this spring and is available for public review at www.occf.org. The study focused on the following three goals:> > > A review of the operational costs

of the newly-renovated Myriad Botani-cal gardens, the Bicentennial Park and the proposed MAPs 3 Central Park; an examination of how increases in park-related costs will be absorbed into the city's budget.

> > > An assessment of the current park system of Oklahoma City with an emphasis on the role of parks in the

municipal fiscal setting; the city's eco-nomic and demographic characteristics and their significance for park facilities; and the parks' safety and security as indicated by crime statistics.

> > > An assessment of the city's park system within the context of a widely-used set of seven measures of an excel-lent park system developed by the Trust for Public land.

The results have been shared with city leaders. The study was led by steven C. Agee, professor of economics and interim dean of the Meinders school of Business. larkin warner, professor emeritus at Okla-homa state university, assisted him along with several students at OCu’s Economic research & Policy institute. “For the past 20 years, the beautifica-tion of public lands and parks has been a key initiative for the Oklahoma City Community Foundation,” said nancy B. Anthony, executive director of the Oklaho-ma City Community Foundation. “Due to our commitment, we sought an objective

overview of the park system in Oklahoma City. we believe this study provides an opportunity to develop a road map for us and for city leaders as we work to enhance the public parks in our community. we ap-preciate the hard work of Dr. Agee and his OCu team on this project.” Agee said the study allowed students in the economic research and policy insti-tute the opportunity to conduct applied research and data collection methods for an important economic issue facing the City of Oklahoma City. “i think this study will be particularly helpful to policymakers within the city to determine the most efficient means to consider costs of the new MAPs 3 projects, specifically the new Central Park, and alternative means to pay for those costs. All city residents, whether they regularly use the parks or not, will find this comprehensive study interesting,” he said.

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> > > President and CEO of First Bethany Bank & Trust and MsB graduate Jane Haskin became the chairwoman of the Oklahoma Bankers Association during the association’s annual leadership forum and conven-tion in May. “i think it shows the change in process with women in banking, and that’s a good thing,” she said. “it’s a sign of the changing times that more women are being recognized for the work they do and responsibility they have for running banks.”

> > > MsB alumnus Earl Kirkpatrick has been named principal at Edmond santa Fe High school for the 2011-12 school year. “i am all about student achievement and every student deserves the opportunity to be successful,” Kirkpatrick said. “i am going to do what i can to see that each stu-dent attains a higher level than they have

experienced before. i am excited to be a part of such a great school and look forward to serving the stu-dents, parents and staff of santa Fe High school.”

> > > Brian Hobbs has been named director of communications for the Baptist general Convention of Oklahoma. in his new position, Hobbs will oversee the staff and operations for electronic media, ErlC and the web-based Baptist Messenger. in addition, he will serve along with the managing editor of the Messenger, giving editorial oversight.

> > > MsB alumni nathaniel Harding and Zach weldon were recognized by The Jour-nal Record ’s Achievers under 40 program in honor and recognition of their accom-plishments. “This year marks our eighth year for the Achievers under 40 program and the selection process gets more difficult

each year as the caliber and number of nominations from across the state increase,” said Mary Mélon, publisher. “The mission of The Journal Record ’s Achievers under 40 is to honor and recognize the accomplishments of Okla-homa’s talented young leaders who are committed to making Oklahoma their home.”

> > > Former Oklahoma City university wrestler and MsB alumna Ashley Hudson picked up a spot on the u.s.

team in the usA wrestling world Team Trials in June. Hudson, a four-time all-American from wildwood, Mo., finished as 55-kilogram (121-pound) runner-up. Helen Maroulis defeated Hudson 1-0, 2-0 in the first finals match, then 6-2, 3-0 for the 55-kilo title. Hudson and fellow OCu alumna Melissa simmons will be training partners on the u.s. team which will com-pete in the 2011 world Championships in istanbul, Turkey. “i am disappointed, but excited that i have something to train for still,” Hudson said. “i am using my finish as motivation. i am planning on utilizing my spot on the world Team and seeing here that takes me.”

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delivers the education and skills required for future energy leaders. The Master of science in Energy Management focuses on the business side of energy management, providing advanced education across topics integral to the field of energy management. with OCu’s proximity to top energy companies and state governmental agencies, you can combine academic study with practical experience and expo-sure to top decision makers in the energy industry today. students may complete the degree in 30 hours of study.

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JeroMe e. “Jerry” Hogan, MBa ’74 Jerome E. (Jerry) Hogan died on May 21 with his family at his side at the age of 67. He was born in Pittsburgh, Penn., in 1944 and earned B.s. and M.s. degrees in mechanical engineering from the university of Pittsburgh. During his time at Pitt, he served as student body president from 1965-66 and

received many honors and awards including a nAsA fellowship. During the first years of his career as a sales representative with Alcoa, Hogan earned his MBA in finance from Okla-homa City university in 1974. His 18 years with Alcoa included positions in Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, georgia and indiana. He ended his career based in Allentown, Penn. as a re-gional manager with Crown simplimatic, inc.

Hogan retired to Mukilteo, wash., where he died after battling colorectal cancer for 10 years. He is survived by his wife, two children and their families. The family has requested that in place of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer society (designated for colorectal cancer) or the charity of your choice.

clara S. luper Oklahoma City flags flew at half mast in early June to honor the passing of civil rights pioneer and activist Clara luper, who died June 8 at her home in Oklahoma City. she was 88. luper was a history teacher at Dunjee High school in 1958 when she led three other adult chaperons and more than a dozen student-members of the nAACP youth council into Katz Drug store in Oklahoma City, where they took their seats at the lunch counter and ordered sodas. They were refused service, but stayed in their seats until the store closed for the day. They returned every

saturday morning for weeks, facing disgust and resentment, and gaining local and then national press coverage. Eventually the Katz chain agreed to integrate its lunch counters at all of its stores in Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas and iowa. Over the next several years, the local nAACP chapter held sit-ins across town

that led to the desegregation of almost every eating establish-ment in Oklahoma City. going beyond sit-ins, luper’s activism extended to influencing integration in churches, including personal ties with Martin luther King Jr. During the historic march in selma, Ala., she was injured by a hit to the knee with a club.

luper was arrested 26 times during sit-ins and other non-violent protests. she graduated from langston university in 1944 and later earned a master’s degree in history from the university of Oklahoma. she was the first black student admitted to the graduate history program. she taught at Oklahoma City high schools until her retire-ment in 1989. luper is survived by one sister, three children, five grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. luper’s legacy of providing access and opportunity are continued at OCu through the Clara luper scholarship program, which addresses the critical components necessary for underserved students to realize the goal of a private college education through removing the barrier of cost.

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AluMni CArEEr sErViCEsMsB and OCu offer free career services to all of our alumni. As an alumnus, you are always a very special part of the OCu community and there are a number of different resources and services that Career services can provide for you. The career services office can help those entering the professional world for the first time and work closely with experienced alumni. Please learn more at www.okcu.edu/services/career/alumni.html.

COnTinuOus lEArningThe Meinders school of Business has many different opportunities and events that allow for alumni to en-gage in continued learning. Along with our Continuing Educational Programs offering certification in a variety of areas, OCu alumni are also encouraged to take part in special events offered exclusively to alumni at our many functions and lecture series. Also, don’t forget that all OCu graduates have several opportunities to audit courses at any time during the regular school year. More information is available online at www.okcu.edu/alumni.

OnlinE nETwOrKing sErViCEsMsB has numerous ways to get involved in the alumni community. see www.msb.okcu.edu/alumni to join our online alumni directory, or join us in the official MsB groups on Facebook, linkedin, Twitter and YouTube.

HOw TO gET inVOlVEDshare your professional talents and experience with future business leaders in a variety of ways:

AluMni inTErn/EMPlOYEE sPOnsOrsHiPMeinders school of Business students make great em-ployees, and are highly sought after by Oklahoma em-ployers with an impressive undergraduate placement rate for either employment or graduate school of 93

percent. Our internship program is extremely flexible to fit the needs of employers and students. There are internships for pay and/or credit; on site and/or virtual internships; internships with rigorous requirements and internships that are entry-level allowing students to learn the basics. Contact Meinders school of Busi-ness student services at (405) 208-5268 so that we can customize an internship program for you.

unDErgrADuATE rECruiTMEnT VOlunTEEr OPPOrTuniTiEsOCu relies on alumni volunteers to help build and maintain a sense of community for the entire OCu family. if you are interested in volunteering for the un-dergraduate admissions department, please fill out the form at www.okcu.edu/alumni/volunteer.aspx and let us know in what areas you would be willing to assist.

uPCOMing EVEnTs AnD nETwOrKing OCCAsiOnswe have a variety of events coming up in the future that allow for alumni to reconnect with each other and make new contacts. in addition to the list of upcom-ing opportunities listed earlier in the magazine, we are constantly updating our schedule with opportunities that are scheduled after the press deadline. For the latest schedule of events, please refer to our website at msb.okcu.edu/news-events/events or follow us on one of our official social media pages at Facebook, linkedin or Twitter for daily updates.

Be sure to check out the OCu alumni page at www.okcu.edu/alumni for upcoming events, news, benefits and our OCu Alumni store.

For more information, contact Cary Pirrong, OCu’s director of alumni relations, at (405) 208-5463 or [email protected], or Marcus williamson, director of outreach for the Meinders school of Business, at [email protected] or (405) 208-5536.

Visit msb.okcu.edu/alumni to learn more about resources and opportunities offered for alumni.

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argaret Petree and Brianna Fleming never met. in fact, Ms. Petree, a longtime benefactor

of Oklahoma City university, passed away when Brianna was just a little girl. However, through a gener-

ous bequest to the university, Ms. Petree has influenced Brianna’s life and touched the lives of countless

other OCu students for generations. Her niece, Dr. linda Petree lambert, is a distinguished member of

the OCu Board of Trustees.

Brianna is fulfilling her dreams thanks to a Petree scholarship. “growing up, i never dreamed of being

able to attend such a university as this,” she said. “it is only through scholarships, such as the one from

Ms. Petree, that allowed me to have an opportunity to attend this university. i am forever grateful for this

blessing. without it, i would not have the education i do, and would not be able to pursue my passion

for working with children.”

YoucanMakeaDifferencetoo. For information on establishing a scholarship

endowment through a current contribution, a bequest or a life income gift, contact the university

Advancement Office at (405) 208-5120 or [email protected].

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