My name is Chi San (Derrick) Lau. I’m from Macau and currently a second-year graduate student. Actually, I’ve already been studying at UCO for three years because my undergraduate degree was not Computer Science (CS): I hold a Bachelor of Law! With no prior knowledge in programming, I had to complete prerequisite courses first. I’m very grateful . . .
Funeral Service Department Welcomes New Professor, Timothy Dwyer
The Funeral Service Department is excited to introduce one of our new faculty members, Timothy Dwyer. Timothy is a graduate of the Department of Funeral Service and also has earned a Master’s degree from the W. Roger Webb Forensic Science Institute. He has served as a death investigator at the Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for almost . . .
Dr. Adnan Al-Ibadi, Ms. Maria Bostwick, and Dr. Sezin Kadioglu Shift to Continuing Positions
While Dr. Adnan Al-Ibadi, Ms. Maria Bostwick, and Dr. Sezin Kadioglu have taught for the Engineering and Physics department for several years, each held temporary positions that were funded on a year-to-year basis. This fall, the College of Mathematics and Science was able to shift them into permanently funded positions making it much easier to plan . . .
ABET Accreditation
Normally, we use this space to provide information regarding one of our students or alumni. Instead, this semester we wanted to share some good news about the ABET accreditation of our engineering programs, which took place this past year. Our department had four programs up for accreditation:
BS in Mechanical Engineering (ME)
BS in Electrical . . .
Mathematics & Statistics Student Spotlight: Leif Nevener
Leif Nevener is working on a second Bachelor’s degree, double majoring in Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of Central Oklahoma. Data Science is a new undergraduate degree program at UCO that is co-sponsored by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and the Department of Computer Science. Leif is a member of the inaugural . . .
Nursing Student Spotlight: Emily Riley Holmes
Emily graduates in December of 2020 with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. During her years in the nursing program she has been involved in the Student Nurses Association by being a part of the philanthropy team, as president elect, and now serving as president of the organization. After four years of involvement along with serving in various officer . . .
Kathy Smith, Nursing Faculty Member, Earns DNP
Dr. Kathy Smith completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in August of 2019. She is currently in her eighth year as faculty in the Nursing Department at the University of Central Oklahoma and serves as an Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Fast Track in Nursing. Having graduated from UCO in 2006 with her nursing degree, Dr. Smith enjoys . . .
Menu for Oct 1
Welcome October by supporting Cassie’s fall-themed menu:
Root Vegetable Salad (Beets, carrots, potatoes, peas & mayo) $3.00
Chicken Curry Bowl $7.00full/ $3.50 half full . . .
Join the UCO Community for an online Debate Watch tonight!
2020 Presidential Debate Watch Parties
Join the UCO Speech and Debate team for virtual watch parties and live discussions about the presidential debates. All debates start at 8 p.m.
• First Presidential Debate: Tonight, Sept. 29;
Zoom link to Watch Party
Menu for Sep 29
Please come support Breana’s menu:
Broccoli Cheddar Soup $4.00/bowl
BLT Sandwich (bacon, lettuce, tomato) $4.50
Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar $0.75
We also have our standard items (Turkey Central Sandwich, Cheese Panini, Brownie, & hot & cold drinks). You may order ahead by calling 974-5506 or emailing your order, payment method, pick up or delivery location, and a contact phone number to CentralStationCafe@uco.edu. Thank you for supporting hands-on student learning!