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UCO College of Education and Professional Studies UCO's College of Education and Professional Studies is a large and diverse unit offering 20 undergraduate and 27 graduate degree programs.

The College of Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) at the University of Central Oklahoma is a diverse unit offering 23 undergraduate and 28 graduate programs. Whether you are a first-time student preparing for your first career, a returning student seeking to upgrade your skills, or an advanced student interested in new challenges and graduate-level work, CEPS is ready to assist you in meeting your educational goals. Please be aware when engaging the University of Central Oklahoma through social media, you are agreeing to the terms of the Legal Protection policy available at http://www.uco.edu/central/social/central-guidelines.asp.

UCO was well represented at the Western History Conference in Portland!Faculty member Dr. Sara Doolittle presented along...
10/23/2026

UCO was well represented at the Western History Conference in Portland!

Faculty member Dr. Sara Doolittle presented alongside student Kennedy Atchison and connected with fellow Bronchos, including Dr. Patti Loughlin, Dr. Chelsea Ball, and UCO graduate student Cait Clymer. We are proud to see our students, faculty, and alumni sharing their scholarship and representing UCO on a national stage.

Need a little pick-me-up?Stop by the CEPS Dirty Soda Bar in the Education Building from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday throu...
10/20/2026

Need a little pick-me-up?

Stop by the CEPS Dirty Soda Bar in the Education Building from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday, Oct. 20-22! Meet our CEPS Student Ambassadors, learn more about CEPS programs and grab a refreshing drink while getting ready for enrollment opening Oct. 26.

UCO’s College of Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) was pleased to feature Dr. Kanika Bhargava, Professor of Nutr...
10/14/2026

UCO’s College of Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) was pleased to feature Dr. Kanika Bhargava, Professor of Nutrition and Food Science, as she shared her experiences and insights on securing and managing USDA-NIFA grants. In her presentation, “From USDA Grant to Campus Impact: Strengthening Food Science Education and Research at UCO,” Dr. Bhargava highlighted how federal funding can transform innovative ideas into meaningful opportunities for students, faculty, and the university. She shared how federal funding has strengthened food science education, expanded research opportunities for more than 30 students, supported innovation, and fostered collaborations at UCO. She also shared valuable strategies for successful grant writing, overcoming challenges, and sustaining research growth.

We were honored to celebrate the impact of scholarships at yesterday's CEPS Scholarship Luncheon. Thank you to our gener...
10/02/2026

We were honored to celebrate the impact of scholarships at yesterday's CEPS Scholarship Luncheon. Thank you to our generous donors, dedicated students and supporters who make educational opportunities possible. Your investment continues to change lives and strengthen the future of our communities. Roll Chos!

10/02/2026

Congratulations 💙💛

What a privilege to hear from CEPS alumna Jennifer Goodrich yesterday! As president and CEO of Pivot, A Turning Point fo...
09/25/2026

What a privilege to hear from CEPS alumna Jennifer Goodrich yesterday! As president and CEO of Pivot, A Turning Point for Youth, and a 2026 UCO Distinguished Alumni Award honoree, Jennifer shared her experiences serving Oklahoma communities and creating opportunities for young people to thrive. We are grateful for her visit and proud to celebrate her remarkable achievements.

We are proud to celebrate CEPS alumna Jennifer Goodrich, a 2026 UCO Distinguished Alumni Award honoree!Jennifer earned h...
09/22/2026

We are proud to celebrate CEPS alumna Jennifer Goodrich, a 2026 UCO Distinguished Alumni Award honoree!

Jennifer earned her Master of Education in Community Counseling from UCO and has spent more than 30 years making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families across Oklahoma. As president and CEO of Pivot, A Turning Point for Youth, she has built a career centered on compassion, service and creating brighter futures for young people.

Jennifer’s dedication to others is an inspiring example of the impact our Bronchos continue to make in their communities. We are incredibly proud to call her a CEPS alumna.

Congratulations, Jennifer, on this well-deserved honor!

The University of Central Oklahoma Speech-Language Pathology Program invites clinicians, educators, students, and commun...
09/17/2026

The University of Central Oklahoma Speech-Language Pathology Program invites clinicians, educators, students, and community professionals to attend the first session of the 2026-2027 Inez Miller Conference Series.

Ethics Under Pressure: Dysphagia Care, Moral Fatigue, and Clinical Reality
Presented by Devan Clark, M.S., CCC-SLP, CNT

Friday, September 18, 2026
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Nigh University Center Constitution Hall

The Inez Miller Conference Series provides continuing education opportunities for professionals in speech-language pathology and related fields while supporting UCO's commitment to advancing excellence in communication sciences and disorders.

This is the first of four professional development conferences scheduled throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. Additional sessions will address person-centered supervision, childhood apraxia of speech, and language development in autism spectrum disorder.

Register and learn more: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20220_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=63&SINGLESTORE=true

What happens when passionate educators and researchers come together? Great conversations, new ideas, and meaningful con...
09/16/2026

What happens when passionate educators and researchers come together? Great conversations, new ideas, and meaningful connections.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for CEPS Research Connections. This networking lunch provided an opportunity to connect across disciplines, share research initiatives, and explore ways to engage students in impactful research experiences.

A special thank you to featured facilitators Dr. Kevin Fink and Dr. Melissa Powers for fostering meaningful discussions on collaboration and student engagement.

We look forward to continuing these conversations during future sessions and building even stronger research partnerships across CEPS.

09/11/2026

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100 N University Drive
Edmond, OK
73034

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14059742000

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