We are Panhandle

Rooted in “Progress through Knowledge,” OPSU is committed to promoting excellence in the preparation of students for success in a global community.

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17:1

Our student-to-faculty ratio gives students the support they need

1st

OPSU is the first and only public Hispanic Serving Institution in Oklahoma

#3

OPSU named the #3 Best Value Regional College in the West in 2023

$5M

Scholarships awarded annually

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What makes us Panhandle proud

A welcoming & supportive community.

We surround our students with faculty and staff who care just as much about the student’s success as they do.

Our commitment to life-long learning.

Through empowerment, innovation, access, and student-centered support, Panhandle State shapes lifelong learners and improves student outcomes.

Accessibility to quality higher education.

OPSU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

First Hispanic-serving institution in Oklahoma

We recognize our call to serve, celebrate, and support the advancement of the diverse students who identify as Latino/a, Chicano/a, Mexican-American, and Hispanic.

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Exploring Campus

Take a walk around our campus, in person or virtually, and discover the countless paths and opportunities that OPSU has to offer.

Visits & Tours

McKee Library

The library was named after Marvin E. McKee, a former president of the University. The resources available to students here include: computer access, printing, scanning, reading material, audio/visual material, and music.

McKee Library

The Sower

Designed and gifted to Panhandle Agricultural institute by Frank Ingels in 1915, the Sower has stood for 104 years as a campus icon for generations of students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members. Designed to honor those who first made the panhandle their home, The Sower serves as a reminder of the pioneering spirit that built Panhandle State.

The Sower

Clock Tower

The campus clock tower was built in 1990 and is known as the Imeta O’Neal Dent Memorial Bell Tower. Situated in a circular concrete and brick flower bed surrounded by a walkway and evergreen trees, the tower stands on the OPSU central plaza and serves as the focal point for the annual homecoming and commencement BBQ’s.

Clock Tower

Noble Activity Center

The Noble Activity Center houses basketball and volleyball courts, an indoor walking/running track, a full size heated saltwater pool, racquetball courts, and fitness equipment. There are also many wellness events and intramurals hosted here.

Noble Activity Center

Student Union

The Student Union is the central hub of our campus. Originally built in 1963, it currently houses the student health clinic, student affairs, housing, Aggie Fan Store, student mailroom, cafeteria, Aggie Grill, and Alumni Office.

Student Union

El Centro

Oklahoma Panhandle State University is Oklahoma’s first, and only 4-year Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As an HSI we will serve as a community hub on campus for Hispanic students to gather, network, develop their leadership skills, and access services that support their academic success at OPSU.

El Centro

Sewell-Loofbourrow

Sewell-Loofbourrow was originally opened in 1928, and served as an academic building. However it is currently housing the university administrative offices of the president, the vice president of academic and students affairs, vice president of outreach, the vice president of fiscal affairs, the registrar, financial aid, academic records, and admissions office.

Sewell-Loofbourrow

Campus Housing

OPSU offers two traditional dormitory buildings, apartment suites, annex units, and married student housing.

Campus Housing

Academic Resource Center

Located in the McKee Library, the Academic Resource Center provides academic support to all students enrolled at OPSU through testing services, counseling services, academic coaching services, and individualized tutoring.

Academic Resource Center

Anchor D Stadium at Carl Wooten Field

Recently renovated in 2018, the field includes a new artificial turf field, marked for both collegiate football and high school football, as well as eight-man football and soccer. In addition to the field, a new video scoreboard was installed, along with new landscaping around the stadium.

Anchor D Stadium at Carl Wooten Field

Shooting Sports Complex

The Shooting Sports Complex houses five facilities: rifle and pistol range; trap, skeet, and 5-stand; sporting clays; 3-D archery; and Olympic archery.

Shooting Sports Complex

Aggies sharing their stories

Read Bridget Coleman’s Story

“Panhandle State has a piece of my heart. I would not be the person I am or where I would be today if it weren’t for Panhandle State and college rodeo.”

Bridget Coleman / Alumni

Bridget Coleman
Read Kaylee Woolman’s Story

“You have to love what you do to get up every day and go work in the dirt and the wind. The people out here in the Panhandle have grit and a love for this area unlike any other.”

Kaylee Woolman / Student

Kaylee Woolman
Read Jay Miller’s Story

“Mental health in college athletics is now at a breaking point. It is more imperative now to make sure that coaches understand their true power when dealing with their student-athletes and their future.”

Jay Miller / Coaching

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Read Jared Mayeda’s Story

“With the smaller environment and smaller town, you also get a personal touch in every class and all over campus.”

Jared Mayeda / Assistant Baseball Coach

Jared Mayeda

Panhandle Magazine

Panhandle Magazine

Showcasing Panhandle events, community, and more. Keep up with all of the new and exciting things happening on and around campus in the latest Panhandle Magazine.

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