We are disappointed by the lack of engagement and transparency from our colleagues at OU over the past months on a matter with serious ramifications for our state. We have historically worked together to advance our state and address issues based on a partnership built on trust.
It is an honor to be selected as
@okstate
’s 19th president as well as the first woman to lead a public research institution in Oklahoma. I look forward to serving the
#CowboyFamily
. Thank you to the OSU/A&M Board and the search committee for the confidence you have placed in me.
The OSU/A&M Board of Regents have selected Dr. Kayse Shrum as the next president of Oklahoma State University.
#okstate
president designee Dr. Shrum will also be the first woman to lead a public research institution in Oklahoma history.
🔸
I am very disappointed by the
@NCAA
Infractions Appeals Committee’s decision to uphold a one-year ban on postseason competition for
@OSUMBB
this upcoming season. From the briefings I received when I became
@okstate
President, the ban was excessive & did not align with the facts.
Earlier today OU delivered a document to the Big 12 Conference office which indicated they will not sign the grant of rights agreement in 2024-25. This action was strategic, deliberate and is the result of months of planning with the SEC.
Oh what a night! 🧡🎉
I am beyond humbled by the many well wishes and congratulatory messages and can’t wait to serve as the next president of
@okstate
. Thank you for your support!
It is difficult to understand how an Oklahoma institution of higher education would follow the University of Texas to the detriment of the State of Oklahoma. Nevertheless we are turning our eyes to the future and looking at what is best for Oklahoma State University.
Happy birthday to the man who bleeds orange and has led Cowboy Football to 17 straight winning seasons – one of only three teams in the FBS to do so.
Wishing you a great day, Coach Gundy!
This past week brings a whole new meaning to
#LoyalAndTrue
. Thank you
@okstate
fans for shouting out what we already knew —
@OSUathletics
is a top contender in the landscape of college athletics and academics.
Welcome home, Garth and Trisha! 🧡
Thank you for joining the
#CowboyFamily
to support
@okstate
students and raise scholarship funds. What an unbelievable weekend!
Wow! It was all Orange last night!
@cowgirlsb
moves on to the Women’s College World Series and
@OSUBaseball
is bringing the Big 12 Tournament trophy home to Stillwater. More great things to come… 🤠
#GoPokes
!
We remain confident
@okstate
is in the strongest position we have ever been in, and I am excited about the future of Oklahoma State University, our land-grant mission, world-class faculty and top-notch athletic programs.
Our commitment to our student-athletes is top of mind, and their best interests will be represented prominently. We enjoy a proud athletic heritage with more National Championships than any other Big 12 university, and we will aggressively pursue the opportunities ahead.
We surprised Warren the Cowboy at
@eskimojoes
earlier today with a 5th birthday celebration that was fit for an
@okstate
superhero! Happy birthday, Warren!
#GoPokes
We believe these conversations, which developed over a long period of time, are in clear breach of the bylaws of the Big 12 Conference and broke a bond of trust between our universities in existence for decades.
Happy anniversary
@DarrenShrum1
! 🧡
30 years ago today we said “I do.” Our love has outlasted these matching shirts and then some. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat! Love you always.
These heels are hitting the ground running. Over the next few months, I’m going on a listening tour across the OSU System to hear from our amazing people and will share updates and highlights.
#okstate
📸 Photo credit:
@OColly
Creative
In the Big 12 Conference, our student athletes compete fiercely, but at the end of the day we’re a family of universities committed to putting our students first, to serving our states and nation, and to solving the world’s most pressing problems.
Welcome home to the Big 12!
Over the last few days, I have received countless phone calls, texts and emails from high-ranking officials and members of the Cowboy family showing their support for OSU as we navigate the road ahead. Regardless of what comes next, OSU is dedicated to the State of Oklahoma.
Toby Keith was a class act and an Oklahoma treasure.
He possessed the values we in Oklahoma hold in high esteem. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
I am enthusiastic about the future of
@okstate
athletics and welcome these four respected universities with impressive athletic traditions into the
@Big12Conference
.
While we do not yet know who is responsible, a criminal investigation is underway into a shocking and deeply disturbing act of animal cruelty that was reported this morning near the OSU campus. 1/2
.
@run4okstate
might be competing in Lubbock, but we see you in Stillwater! 🧡
1st Title in Women’s OSU track history!
Congratulations, Cowgirls and Coach Dave Smith!
#GoPokes
On Friday,
@StillwaterOKgov
and
@okstate
unveiled a new
#okstate
-branded ladder truck for the Stillwater Fire Department. We’re thankful for the strong relationship between OSU and Stillwater.
Thank you to our first responders dedicated to serving our community!
Today was incredibly humbling for this small town girl from Coweta.
We’re entering into a new era of ambitious progress at OSU – fueled by our land-grant mission.
It’s the privilege of a lifetime to serve as president of
@okstate
. Thank you,
#CowboyFamily
!
#StateOfOrange
To that end, we will continue to work with purpose to the advancement of our state and the betterment of our fellow Oklahomans. In the ever-changing college athletic landscape, we will honor our values and ethics as we consider the next steps.
Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day! I’m always cheering on my fellow Cowgirls and female athletes! 🥎🏀⛳
Keep working, keep playing and continue to set higher goals. Push yourself and your team on and off the field! Go Pokes!
#NGWSD
I am pleased the Regents approved a recommendation from
@ChadWeiberg
& myself to sign
@CoachGundy
to a new contract.
He is the most successful football coach in
@okstate
history. We are excited about the success of
@CowboyFB
& look forward to the future.
My baby is married! ❤️
Kyndall, you are the most beautiful bride and your dad and I couldn’t be happier for you and Guthrie. I’m incredibly proud of both of you, and I can’t wait to see the life you build together.
Congratulations, and we wish you a lifetime of love!
I was deeply saddened this morning to learn former
@okstate
President Jim Halligan has passed away.
He faced and overcame many challenges as president of our beloved university, reversing a trend of declining enrollment and resetting our future on a more positive track. 1/3
“5 seconds of courage is all you need.” -
@garthbrooks
#okstate
students got to learn from country music legend and OSU alumnus Garth Brooks yesterday at Industry Insights!
Over the past 33 years, John Smith has built college wrestling’s greatest dynasty.
The hundreds of men he has coached are better for having wrestled for him, and Gallagher-Iba Arena won’t be the same without him. 1/2
The Cowboy family lost a treasure with the passing of Harold T. Holden.
A renowned sculptor, he captured our grief and our promise in his moving “We Will Remember” statue. 1/3
Cowboy Family,
Today as I reach my 100th day as president of
@okstate
, I am filled with gratitude for all of you and the inspiring actions I have witnessed during this time. Working together, we can and will fulfill our mission as a premier land grant university.
#GoPokes
!
29 years, countless adventures and 6 kids later! He’s still my favorite man of all time and the best First Cowboy ever! Happy anniversary
@DarrenShrum1
! 🧡
23 years ago, we made a promise to remember.
Today, we honor the lives of 10 members of the
#CowboyFamily
whose legacies will forever be a part of us.
#RT10
🧡
We will always remember the 10 lives tragically lost on Jan. 27, 2001.
#RT10
🕊
Denver Mills
Nate Fleming
Daniel Lawson
Jared Weiberg
Pat Noyes
Bill Teegins
Will Hancock
Brian Luinstra
Kendall Durfey
Bjorn Fahlstrom
My first official day is in the books! ✅
Loved getting to meet with students, the deans and campus leaders. Many thanks to everyone for your positive messages and well wishes. This job is a dream come true!
.
@thacoachmike
, his staff, and our players have returned our program to the national stage the right way — through hard work, dedication, and following the rules.
Coach Boynton is outstanding and leads our program with the utmost integrity. We are proud of him and his players.