SWOSU Foundation and Alumni

05/30/2026

Congratulations to Mindy Stitt-Dost on her retirement! Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter!

After 32 years with the Oklahoma Energy Resources Board, it’s hard to put into words the impact Mindy Stitt-Dost has made on our organization and across Oklahoma.

Her leadership, passion, and dedication to the people of Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas have helped shape programs, support educators and students, and make a difference in communities across our state.

Mindy, thank you for the countless ways you’ve poured into OERB over the years. We are so grateful for your leadership, friendship, and the legacy you leave behind.

Please help us wish her a very happy retirement and an exciting next chapter! 💙

05/29/2026

One week away from SWOSU Football Championship Weekend. 🏈⛳️
We’re looking forward to a weekend of reconnecting with Bulldog Football alumni, supporters, and friends as we celebrate the tradition that continues to shape our program and invest in its future.
A special thank you to Hill’s Pet Nutrition, presenting sponsor of the Friday Night Main Event, and Great Plains Driving & Diving LLC l, presenting sponsor of the SWOSU Football Legacy Golf Tournament, for their support of Bulldog Football. Both organizations are led by proud SWOSU alumni whose commitment continues to make a difference for our student-athletes. 🐾
📅 June 5-6
📍 Weatherford, OK
🔗https://swosufoundation.com/swosu-football-championship-weekend/

05/28/2026

Save the date and join us as we celebrate 20 years of the SWOSU Athletic Auction! 🎉

Mark your calendars for August 8, 2026 at the Pioneer Event Center in Weatherford for an unforgettable evening supporting SWOSU Athletics.

📍 Pioneer Event Center
⏰ 5:00 PM
🌐 www.SWOSUAthleticAuction.com

05/28/2026

Congratulations to Southwestern Oklahoma State University alumnus Lake Carpenter on being named Chairman of the Board of Regents for the Regional University System of Oklahoma!

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Regional University System of Oklahoma (RUSO) Board of Regents selected Lake Carpenter to serve as chair of the board at its May 27 meeting. Carpenter, who previously served as vice chair, was appointed to the board by Gov. Mary Fallin in 2013 and reappointed by Gov. Kevin Stit...

05/26/2026

Watch Carlos Gauna share his incredible experience kayaking and the unforgettable moment a shark bit his kayak.

Be sure to check out his featured cover story in the 2026 Winter Echoes from the Hilltop Alumni Magazine at the link below!

https://dc.swosu.edu/echoes/vol97/iss1/1/

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We are deeply grateful for their sacrifice, courage, and dedication to protecting our freedoms.

05/21/2026

SWOSU Near You: OKC!!
Calling all Bulldogs and alumni in the OKC area. Join us for a casual happy hour at McNellie’s in Oklahoma City!

McNellie’s OKC
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Reconnect with fellow Bulldogs, meet new alumni, and enjoy a great evening together. We’d love to see you there!

Register at the link below!
swosufoundation.com/swosu-near-you-okc/

05/20/2026

🏈 SWOSU Football Championship Weekend is almost HERE! 🏈

Join us June 5–6, 2026 for a special weekend celebrating SWOSU Football and investing in its future through the SWOSU Football Legacy Fund.

Friday night, reconnect with teammates, friends, and Bulldog supporters at the SWOSU Wellness Center for an evening featuring:
🔹 Program updates from Head Coach Andrew Rice and the leadership team
🔹 Fellowship and refreshments in the Bulldog Suite
🔹 A special Legacy Panel discussion about the future of SWOSU Football featuring former NFL player Carl Birdsong, ’83; Michael Hart, ’06; Pat Lewis, and Steve Price, ’83.

Then on Saturday, tee it up with us at Prairie West Golf Club for the Football Legacy Golf Tournament benefiting SWOSU Football! ⛳️

⏰ Tournament Schedule
8:00 AM – Registration
9:00 AM – Shotgun Start
🍽️ Lunch and awards to follow — lunch provided by Qdoba!

Secure your team or sponsorship today:
🔗 SWOSUFootballLegacyGolf.com

05/15/2026

Celebrating Bulldog success—thank you, Lucille’s Restaurant, Hotel & Bar!

As the Official Hospitality Sponsor of SWOSU Convocation, Lucille’s helped make our Spring Graduation celebration a tremendous success. From welcoming families and friends to providing a great place to stay, dine, and gather, their support helped create a memorable experience for our Bulldog community.

We are proud of our graduates and grateful for partners like Lucille’s who help us celebrate this exciting milestone.

05/14/2026

Thank you to the Walmart Spark Good Grant Program for supporting SWOSU Nursing!

This grant helps support the expansion of our nursing department and enhances the new facility remodel, including updated nursing bays that will better prepare our students for real-world care.

We’re grateful for your investment in our students and the future of healthcare on the Hilltop!