Rogers State University

06/23/2026

Congratulations to RSU MSCC Program Director Dr. Michelle Taylor on being nominated for the 2026 Heart of Hope Award, recognizing counseling professionals who inspire hope and elevate the profession through service and dedication. https://www.rsu.edu/rsu-mscc-program-director-nominated-for-2026-heart-of-hope-award/

06/22/2026

RSU President Dr. Don Raleigh shared an op-ed yesterday, June 21, in the Tulsa World. Read his thoughts on how RSU prepares students for what's next in the workforce. https://www.rsu.edu/raleigh-shares-thoughts-on-preparing-oklahomas-workforce-for-whats-next/

06/22/2026

RSU Associate Professor Dr. Chris Shelton will appear in the new PBS and YouTube series Eons: Life and Death on Pangea, premiering July 29. The six-part series explores the Permian Period and Earth's largest mass extinction event. https://www.rsu.edu/rsu-associate-professor-to-appear-on-pbs-series-eons-life-and-death-on-pangea/

06/21/2026

ROAR Day is coming—are you ready to become a Hillcat? 🐾

Incoming Fall 2026 freshmen are invited to join us on the Hill for our next ROAR Day July 17 (RSU Orientation, Advising and Registration). Get your schedule set, meet future classmates, explore campus resources, and more.

✔️ Free t-shirt & lunch
✔️ Meet with an advisor
✔️ Get your student ID
✔️ Connect with campus life

ROAR is required for all incoming freshmen, and space is limited—register today! Not available July 17? Other dates are available. Click below! See you there!
https://www.rsu.edu/admissions/visit/roar-day/

06/20/2026

Applications for RSU’s BSN program for Spring 2027 are still open, but time is running out. Apply by July 1, 2026, for a program with a 95% NCLEX first-time pass rate, strong clinical partnerships, and outstanding career outcomes. Start your nursing journey today! https://www.rsu.edu/rsu-traditional-bsn-program-applications-for-spring-2027-close-july-1/

06/19/2026

More than half of RSU’s Spring 2025 graduates entered the workforce debt-free. With 54% graduating without student loan debt, Rogers State University continues to provide an affordable, high-quality education that helps students achieve their goals while keeping costs low. https://www.rsu.edu/more-than-half-of-rsus-class-of-2025-finish-debt-free/

06/18/2026

RSU President Dr. Don Raleigh and Claremore Public Schools Superintendent Bryan Frazier joined community members for a town hall discussion on the future of education in Oklahoma, hosted by The Oklahoma Academy. https://www.rsu.edu/community-town-hall-at-rsu-addresses-oklahoma-education-challenges/

06/17/2026

Are you working as an LPN or parademic and want to earn your Bachelor of Science in Nursing? Apply to RSU’s Bridge to BSN Entry. Applications are now open for a spring 2027 start. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for RNs (NCLEX-RN).

RSU Nursing offers upper-level classes at RSU’s Claremore campus and at RSU’s Saint Francis extended campus in Tulsa, offering worldclass nursing education for an affordable value.

Learn more and apply today at https://www.rsu.edu/academics/departments/nursing-health-professions/bsn-nursing/bridge-traditional-bsn-entry/

06/16/2026

RSU nursing graduates achieved an impressive 95.2% first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate in 2025, surpassing both the Oklahoma and national averages. The result reflects the dedication of RSU students and faculty in preparing the next generation of registered nurses. https://www.rsu.edu/rsu-nursing-graduates-95-nclex-first-time-pass-rate-exceeds-state-and-national-averages/

Earn your BSN Nursing at Rogers State University. Our ACEN-accredited pre-licensure program prepares you for NCLEX-RN and a rewarding nursing career.

06/16/2026

Join us next Thursday, June 25 at 8 a.m. for the RSU Bartlesville Scholarship Fundraising Breakfast at The Center in Bartlesville. Sponsorships and ad opportunities available. Complimentary breakfast provided. Donations accepted. RSVP or inquire about sponsorships by email to [email protected]. https://www.rsu.edu/alumni/development-foundation/bartlesville-scholarship-breakfast/