The 91成人 Board of Regents approved the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget at the June 23 meeting in Tonkawa.

The approved Educational and General Operating Budget of $26,305,015 represents an increase of 0.79% ($205,222). For the third year in a row, Northern will not be seeking an increase in tuition and mandatory fees for the 2026-2027 academic year for the Enid and Tonkawa campuses. While in accordance with our MOU, the NOC/OSU Gateway Program will have increases mirroring those OSU will present to the OSRHE for approval.

NOC鈥檚 updated cost comparison chart reflecting the pricing structure for each NOC location for FY2027 tuition and fees can be located on the website at听 /students/current-students/bursar/tuition-and-fees/.

The NOC Board of Regents unanimously approved this freeze in tuition and mandatory fees during their meeting and it will be presented to the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education for approval on June 25.

鈥淭he Regents are very pleased we are able to continue to provide high quality educational opportunities and services to NOC students without increasing the financial burden on them or their families,鈥� said regent chair Mike Loftis.

Again, this year, institutions will be reimbursed for 100 percent of the total eligible waivers for high school juniors and seniors that our institutions provided in FY26. This $728,593 reimbursement represents an increase of $7,470 from the previous year.

NOC President Diana Morris stated, 鈥淚鈥檓 also quite excited to report that NOC will provide nearly $4 million in waivers and scholarships to our students. Some previously un-funded and under-funded programs will see an increase as a result of an infusion of funds from the NOC Foundation.鈥�

The NOCF Trustees voted at their last meeting to make a three-year commitment of $1,000,000 per year to the College. $500,000 of that is being used to offset cash outlay scholarships to free up college dollars to address NOC Strategic Plan priorities and $500,000 will go toward new scholarship initiatives. Further information concerning these new scholarships will be announced in the coming weeks.

Also at the meeting, Brad Fox was elected the Regents Chair and Jami Groendyke as Vice Chair for 2026-2027.

In other business, the regents approved the following items:

• Approved the FY2026 Internal Audit Report.
• Appointed regents Brad Fox and Sandy Mulligan as Group One Trustees for the 91成人 Foundation.
• Approved the NOC Campus Master Plan for FY2027-2035.
• Approved the Financial Report, Monthly Purchases, and Monthly Allocations.
• 听Regent Jami Groendyke has been appointed by Governor Kevin Stitt to serve another five-year term, which expires in June 2029.

The next meeting is Wednesday, July 22, at NOC Tonkawa at 2 p.m.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves over 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, branch in Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.听 Of these students about 77% receive some type of financial assistance. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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NOC names Ashley Moore interim vice president for academic affairs

听91成人 has named Ashley Moore interim vice president for academic affairs.听 Moore鈥檚 official start date is July 6.

Moore replaces Dr. Shelly Mencacci, who accepted a position as vice president of advancement at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant.

鈥淲e are so excited to have Ashley Moore step into this role during this time of transition in academic affairs for NOC,鈥� said NOC President Diana Morris.听 鈥淪he brings a wide-breadth of experience in professional development, grants management, and multi-campus operations. Her collaborative approach to leadership and broad understanding of academic policy and procedures are the perfect blend to support NOC Staculty and students as we continue to advance our Life Changing mission across all NOC campuses.鈥�

Most recently, Moore served as director of secondary education and district gifted and talented coordinator for Stillwater Public Schools, where she led principals, instructional coaches and college- and career-readiness initiatives.

Her extensive background also includes key state-level leadership roles. She served as executive director of literacy and director of gifted and talented for the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Throughout her career, she has managed multimillion-dollar grant budgets, collaborated with state legislators and launched student education initiatives.

Moore holds a Master of Education in curriculum and instruction from Arizona State University and graduate certificates in building-level leadership from Oklahoma State University and district-level leadership from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Oklahoma State University and taught high school English for 14 years.

A lifelong learner, Moore is dedicated to her belief in 鈥淪uccess for every student!鈥� She is currently a doctoral candidate in educational leadership through the OU-Tulsa/CCOSA cohort.

Moore and her husband, Brady, have been married nearly 25 years. They have two daughters: Kinley, who will be a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, and Sadie, who will be a junior at Stillwater High School.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater, and the University Center in Ponca City. 听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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Evelyn Coyle finalizes the Horticulture Student Scholarship agreement with NOC President Diana Morris.

NOC Foundation establishes the Evelyn Coyle Horticulture Student Scholarship and campus beautification project

The 91成人 Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the establishment of the Evelyn Coyle Horticulture Student Scholarship Fund.

Through the generous support of Evelyn Scoles Coyle, a 1951 Alumna from Northern Oklahoma Junior College, the establishment of this permanently restricted endowed scholarship fund will provide Horticulture students an opportunity to complete their educational goals at 91成人 Tonkawa.

NOC Distinguished Alumna 2021 and long-time Tonkawa, Oklahoma resident, Evelyn Coyle, values higher education and it is her desire to help students pursue their higher educational goals. Ms. Coyle wishes to assist deserving students to be successful in reaching their educational degrees and professional goals.

The scholarship recipient(s) will be selected from candidates submitted by the NOC Horticulture instructor and approved by the NOC Tonkawa Scholarship Committee.

A maximum of $2,000 will be awarded annually to the scholarship recipient(s).听 听This scholarship will be applied toward 91成人 program expenses for tuition, fees, books, etc.

Coyle also donated funds establishing the Evelyn Coyle Tonkawa Campus Beautification Project.听 The campus beautification project was established in conjunction with the 125^th Anniversary celebration of NOC Tonkawa.

Those wishing to make a gift to this NOC Foundation fund or others can contact the Foundation office at 580.628.6292 听or online at or . 91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, branch in Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

91成人 is receiving a Sport Opportunity Grant from the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Foundation.

The $1,000 grant will assist NOC鈥檚 Competitive Cheer Program for Fall 2026.听 NOC is reinstituting the cheer program at NOC Tonkawa and NOC Enid.

The grant will be used for cheer uniforms.

NOC President Diana Morris said, 鈥淪tudents who are engaged in campus activities perform better academically, and that rings true for spectators as well as student-athletes. Collegiate athletics foster a sense of unity and pride in the institution, bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members. We are excited to bring back competitive cheer, both for the competition experience for those 12-15 student-athletes on each campus who will cheer and for the energy they will bring for our other sports teams as well. We are appreciative of the NJCAA鈥檚 support in that endeavor.鈥�

Athletic director Alan Foster added, 鈥淎t NOC, as we look to start up new programs like competitive cheer, costs are always the biggest obstacle. Grants such as this from the NJCAA Foundation are such a huge help.听 We so appreciate this NJCAA program that allows us to help make it possible for these student athletes to pursue their passion while receiving a life changing education.鈥�

鈥淭he NJCAA Foundation is excited to further support the growth of NJCAA member colleges and the sport programs they offer through the NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant,鈥� said Andrew Givens, NJCAA Foundation Executive Director. 鈥淭he ability to provide this funding is a testament to the importance and growth of two-year collegiate athletics. The NJCAA Foundation looks forward to this initiative鈥檚 impact as NJCAA member colleges continue to create opportunities for student-athletes across the country.鈥�

91成人 NJCAA Foundation

The mission of the NJCAA Foundation is to enhance the NJCAA national organization, student-athletes, member colleges and local communities through financial support, scholarships, program initiatives and community service.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves over 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, branch in Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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91成人 Enid has awarded Presidential Leadership Scholarships to nine students and four others received the Oklahoma Rising Scholar to attend NOC Enid for the 2026-27 academic year.

Incoming freshmen planning to attend NOC Enid in fall 2026 on PLC scholarships are Allison Jacobi, Pioneer; Brodie Inhofe, Moore; Dexton Mantz, Enid; Elizabeth Moore, Garber; Jenna Pearson, Enid; Josh Kreger, Pioneer; Keagan Marshall, Edmond; Krystyn Johnson, Chisholm; Sheila Mosqueda, Enid.

Oklahoma Rising Scholar Award winners include Brylee Lowry, Hydro-Eakly; Elijah Morriss, Goltry (Home School); Erin Smith, Hydro-Eakly; and Sullivyn Sneed, Blanchard.

Each student鈥檚 scholarship in the amount of $28,000 for two years will be applied toward tuition, fees, books, on-campus resident housing and meal plan. Applicants must maintain at least a 3.25 grade-point average per semester and enroll in 12 credit hours each semester in an associate degree program.

The Oklahoma Rising Scholar Scholarship, established by the state legislature and governor in 1988 and operated by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, offers a full tuition waiver plus $1,500.00 a semester to cover all major expenses for four years or eight semesters as long as the student attends an Oklahoma institution participating in the program.

To complete a scholarship application for the 2027-28 academic year, visit or contact Kerri Gray, institutional scholarship coordinator, at 580.628.6760.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, branch in Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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91成人 has awarded Presidential Leadership Scholarships to 12 students and three others received the Oklahoma Rising Scholars Scholarship for NOC Tonkawa for the 2026-27 academic year.

Incoming freshmen planning to attend NOC Tonkawa in fall 2026 on PLC scholarships are Addyson Harmon, Tonkawa; Ali Sneath, Ponca City; Amelia Leatherman, Blackwell; Audrey Varner, Ponca City; Cash Hanrahan, Stillwater; Hattie Bishop, Edmond; Jaxon Teel, Oklahoma City; Justin Penland, Oklahoma City; Katlynn Turner, Oilton; Kyson Inman, Edmond; Lilly Free, Newkirk; Morgan Sechrist, Tuttle; and Rebecca Taylor, Morrison.

Oklahoma Rising Scholars include Addyson Harmon, Tonkawa; Haylee Kyler, Ponca City; and Addison Shipp, Choctaw.

Each student鈥檚 scholarship in the amount of $28,000 for two years will be applied toward tuition, fees, books, on-campus resident housing and meal plan. Applicants must maintain at least a 3.25 grade-point average per semester and enroll in 12 credit hours each semester in an associate degree program.

The Oklahoma Rising Scholar Scholarship, established by the state legislature and governor in 1988 and operated by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, offers a full tuition waiver plus $1,500.00 a semester to cover all major expenses for four years or eight semesters as long as the student attends an Oklahoma institution participating in the program.

To complete a scholarship application for the 2027-28 academic year, visit or contact Kerri Gray, institutional scholarship coordinator, at 580.628.6760.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, branch in Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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91成人 has awarded NOC/OSU Gateway Scholarships to three students attending NOC Stillwater for the 2026-27 academic year.

Incoming freshmen are Jaryn Dowell, Hennessey; Ella Gilley, Glencoe; and Sophia Rogers, Stillwater.

Each student鈥檚 scholarship in the amount of $28,000 for two years will be applied toward tuition, fees, books, on-campus resident housing and meal plan. Applicants must maintain at least a 3.25 grade-point average per semester and enroll in 12 credit hours each semester in an associate degree program.

To complete a scholarship application for the 2027-28 academic year, visit or contact Kerri Gray, institutional scholarship coordinator, at 580.628.6760.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, branch in Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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Twelve campers attending the NOC Girls Basketball Camp for Grades K-3 last week. Front Row (L-R): Cassidy Williams, Hadley Loesch, Spencer Warwick, Baylor Bowling, Caroline Dice, Blakely Moore, Coach Krause, Sutton Simpson, Tylee Wright, Keslie Stokesberry, Addison Betzen, Evanjeline DeNoya, Henley Atkinson.听 Back Row (L-R):听 Dev-Ann Geary, Avery Strickland (photo by Caroline Hillock/91成人)

NOC holds girls鈥� basketball camp

Twelve girls attended the 91成人 Girls鈥� Basketball Camp for Grades K-3 June 8-10.

Camp director Greg Krause along with assistants Dev-Ann Geary and Avery Strickland worked the three-day event.

Campers included Cassidy Williams, Medford; Hadley Loesch, Medford; Spencer Warwick, Oklahoma City; Baylor Bowling, Tonkawa; Caroline Dice, Tonkawa; Blakely Moore, Tonkawa; Coach Krause, Sutton Simpson, Tonkawa; Tylee Wright, Blackwell; Keslie Stokesberry, Tonkawa; Addison Betzen, South Haven, Kansas; Evanjeline DeNoya, Ponca City; and Henley Atkinson, Perry.

According to Krause, the focus was on introducing basic skills such as dribbling, passing, defensive and varied offensive skills. Lowered goals were used to teach offensive skills.

On the final day, campers demonstrated their skills for their parents. Each girl received a T-shirt, a regulation size basketball and a certificate of completion.

Two more camps are scheduled including Grades 3-6 camp June 21-25 and the Grades 7-12 camp from July 5-9.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, branch in Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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5-22, What’s Happening

A Creating Lasting Income with Money Basics (CLIMB) workshop is scheduled for May 28-July 16 at 91成人 Enid.

Sessions will be eight consecutive Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. 鈥� 8:30 p.m. at the Gantz Center (Room 100) on the NOC Enid Campus, 100 S. University in Enid.

The program is free but only 20 spots are available.听 Participants must commit to the entire eight-week program period.

The CLIMB program allows individuals and families to gain confidence in managing money through practical tools and skills for budgeting, credit management, and goal setting.听 Participants get hands-on help and learn important skills.

The event is sponsored by the Tri-County Family Resource Center, Rural Health Projects, Inc., and 91成人.听 The program materials are provided by Familyhood, an Oklahoma Human Services project managed by Public Strategies.

Contact Theresa Sharp, at alicia.a.sharp@outlook.com 580.977.7479 or Sarah Machia at sarah.machia@noc.edu for registration information.

91成人, the state鈥檚 first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater, and the University Center in Ponca City. 听 Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about 91成人 please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at .

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