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UCO Football Breaks Into Top 10; Reserve Two Free Tickets for Homecoming Game |
UCO Football capitalized on their weekend win over Northeastern State and moved to No. 9, up from No. 11, in the American Football Coaches Association Top 25. In the D2Football.com Top 25, the Bronchos remained in the top 10, ranking No. 6. The Bronchos are 7-0 on the season and 5-0 in the MIAA. UCO will play No. 7 Pittsburg State at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26, at Chad Richison Stadium, as part of Homecoming.
Full-time UCO faculty and staff are eligible to receive two free football tickets for each game this season.
To request tickets, email Broncho Tickets no later than noon, Thursday, Oct. 24.
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Benefits Enrollment Computer Lab Sessions |
Open enrollment for 2025 benefits has officially started. Benefit-eligible faculty and staff can enroll in 2025 medical, dental, vision and all other insurances through Friday, Nov. 1.
The UCO Benefits team will host computer lab sessions to assist with enrolling in benefits and to answer questions.
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- 4-5 p.m., Monday, Oct. 21, Lillard Administration building, Room 101A
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10-11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22, Business building, Room 105
- Noon-1 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, Lillard Administration building, Room 101A
- 2-3 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 24, Business building, Room 107
- 9-10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 25, Business building, Room 105
- 9-10 a.m., Monday, Oct. 28, Lillard Administration building, Room 101A
- 3-4 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 29, Business building, Room 107
- 11 a.m.-Noon, Wednesday, Oct. 30, Lillard Administration building, Room 101A
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Volleyball Moves Up to No. 10 |
UCO Volleyball moved to No. 10, up from No. 13, in the American Volleyball Coaches Association Top 25 after a stunning sweep of No. 3 Nebraska-Kearney over the weekend. The team will have matches against Arkansas Fort Smith at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, in Hamilton Field House, and at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26, at Arkansas Fort Smith.
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Max Chambers Library Book Sale, Today |
The UCO Max Chambers Library will host a book sale from 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22, in the library basement. Most items are priced at $1. Additionally, those who bring old or used electronic devices will receive $5 in books. Items accepted include smartphones, Bluetooth speakers, gaming consoles and wireless routers.
For more information, email Jeff Musslewhite, library specialist.
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Innovation Studio Open House, Oct. 23 |
The UCO Max Chambers Library Innovation Studio will host an open house from 5-6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23. This free event will allow attendees to tour the space, ask questions about services and participate in a Zine-making activity. A Zine is a noncommercial, often homemade or online publication usually devoted to specialized and often unconventional subject matter.
For more information, email Karl Siewert, emerging and immersive technology librarian.
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| Cybersecurity Month: Exploring Generative AI |
Generative AI can create original text, images and more. This technology offers valuable tools for content creation, personalized tutoring and even research support, providing new ways for universities to innovate.
However, it’s essential to stay informed about the challenges that come with it, such as cybersecurity risks and the potential misuse of deepfakes. To address these concerns, UCO's Office of Information Technology encourages the responsible use of AI, emphasizes strong cybersecurity practices and highlights information on recognizing deepfakes.
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'Faculty Connection' Featuring Emily Spivey, Oct. 24 |
The UCO College of Education and Professional Studies will host a "Faculty Connection" featuring Emily Spivey, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 24, in the Human Environmental Sciences building, Virginia Lamb Room. Spivey will give a presentation discussing the impact of the Play to Learn Act in first, second and third grade classrooms.
Lunch will be provided to those who register online before noon, Tuesday, Oct. 22.
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Sydney Stover, director of benefits at UCO, was interviewed by KOSU on gaps in paid parental leave.
Randal Ice, Ed.D., UCO professor emeritus, was quoted in an article by WalletHub on the best credit cards for bad credit.
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| 8:30-10 a.m. | Plunkett Park
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| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Clock Tower at Broncho Lake
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| 4 p.m. | Human Environmental Sciences Building
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| 5:30 p.m. | The Jones Assembly
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I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house. |
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Novelist |
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Q: Why is UCO's Broncho spelled with an "h?"
A: The spelling of Bronchos was originated in 1922 when Mrs. Wantland, the head football coach's wife, chose Bronchos with the ’H’, which was the common spelling of the time.
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• Read the latest edition of the "Broncho Beat" by People and Culture.
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