The Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) Foundation, Incorporated (SWOSUF) proudly recognizes and thanks the generous sponsors who have supported the 2025–2026 President’s Leadership Class (PLC).
The SWOSU President’s Leadership Class is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders through public engagement and direct interaction with business and civic leaders. Each year, a select group of students is chosen to participate in the SWOSU PLC. These students receive a scholarship along with opportunities to develop the skills necessary to lead in their professions and communities.
The success of the PLC program is made possible through the commitment and investment of its sponsors, whose support provides scholarships, programming, and transformational experiences for students.
The 2025–2026 PLC sponsors include:
- George and Karla Cohlmia
- Jeff and Melanie DeFehr
- Peter and Marcia Grant
- Linda Hays
- Carl and Sandra Hook
- Jim and Freda Mogg
- Mike North and Marilyn Flinchum
- Public Service Company of Oklahoma
- Southwest Distributing (L.R. Sights and Kevin & Cindy Wolters)
- Summit Utilities
- Wright Media
“The SWOSU PLC program has been a powerfully positive force in the lives of so many SWOSU students,” said SWOSU Interim President Dr. Joel Kendall. “We are truly grateful to the donors and sponsors who continue to make it happen through their generosity and involvement.”
For more information about the SWOSU President’s Leadership Class or to become a sponsor, please visit www.GivetoSWOSUPLC.com or contact the SWOSU Foundation, Inc. at 580-774-3267.