Oklahoma State University launches $2 billion campaign
- mike33692
- Nov 14
- 2 min read
Oklahoma State University (OSU) announced a major new fundraising initiative named “The Code Calls”, with a goal of $2 billion in private donations to support students, faculty and research. OSU Foundation+3Oklahoma State News+3The Journal Record+3The campaign, launched publicly on Thursday, builds on a “silent phase” that began in July 2021. At that time, the university says it has already secured nearly $900 million in gifts and pledges from more than 81,000 donors.
What the Campaign Focuses On
According to OSU, the funds will be directed across four core pillars:
Living the Cowboy Way — developing character and leadership through mentorship and mental-health support.
Creating Life-Changing Opportunities — increasing scholarship funding and reducing financial barriers to education.
Leading with Humility — enhancing academic and athletic programmes and job-readiness for graduates.
Powering Progress — advancing research, innovation and community engagement.
Why This Matters for Oklahoma
As a major land-grant institution in Oklahoma, OSU says the campaign aims to strengthen not only the university’s internal offerings but also its statewide impact. Oklahoma State News+1For students, the increased financial support could mean more scholarships, better mental-health services and enhanced career / mentorship programmes. For Oklahoma’s economy and workforce, the investment in research and student success translates into a stronger pipeline of graduates.
Timeline & Expectations
The campaign is scheduled to run through 2030, giving nearly a decade to achieve the $2 billion goal. The Journal Record+1University leaders emphasized that this isn’t just about hitting a dollar‐target, but about transforming what OSU can do for students and the state.
“Every gift, every story, every student success moves us closer to a future defined by character, opportunity and impact. The Code Calls — and we’re answering.” Oklahoma State News
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