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Sen. Darcy Jech Responds to Resignation of OSU President Dr. Kayse Shrum

OKLAHOMA CITY- Sen. Darcy Jech, R-Kingfisher, released the following statement Wednesday following the resignation of Oklahoma State University’s 19th President, Dr. Kayse Shrum.

“Under President Shrum’s leadership, Oklahoma State University has made significant strides in improving rural healthcare, bolstering our state’s workforce, and elevating the university’s position as a top research institution. Her unwavering dedication and invaluable contributions to rural Oklahoma have left a lasting impact that will be felt for generations to come. I extend my sincerest appreciation to Dr. Shrum for her service and commitment to the betterment of the university and our state as a whole. I wish her the best in her future endeavors.”

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For more information, contact: Sen. Jech at Darcy.Jech@oksenate.gov or 405-521-5545.