SWOSU Aerospace & Defense Workforce Development

03/18/2024

It is with great sadness that the Stafford Air & Space Museum announces the passing of its namesake, Lt. General Thomas P. Stafford (USAF, ret.). General Stafford passed away on March 18, 2024 in Indian Harbor, Florida. General Stafford was 93.

Thomas Patten Stafford was born in Weatherford, Oklahoma on September 17, 1930, to Thomas and Mary (Patten) Stafford. He was raised in the western Oklahoma community of Weatherford and never forgot his roots; he was a proud “Weatherford Eagle” to the end. He often credited his hometown as the foundation for the incredible life and career that unfolded for him.

A special tribute section will be featured in the Tuesday edition of the Weatherford Daily News.

01/26/2024

With a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, you can launch your career immediately or pursue a graduate degree in many programs. Southwestern Oklahoma State University's Bachelor of Science in Computer Science provides the following degree opportunities:

🔹 Computer Forensics
🔹 Cybersecurity
🔹 Data Analytics
🔹 Management Information Systems
🔹 Software Development
🔹 Video Game Design
🔹 Associate Degree in Computer Science

Learn more at swosu.edu/aerospace-defense

01/24/2024

Our alumni frequently credit Southwestern Oklahoma State University class sizes as a major factor in proper career preparation. Our smaller class sizes mean more one-on-one attention, engaging discussions, and a supportive learning environment. Unleash your full potential with classes that prioritize YOU!

Learn more at swosu.edu/aerospace-defense

01/22/2024

Due to slick and hazardous driving conditions, all SWOSU campuses will delay opening until 11:00 am today (1/22/23). However, classes might continue virtually. Students should check Canvas for specific details on your classes.

01/19/2024

🏆👏 A huge congratulations are in order for our Southwestern Oklahoma State University Rocket Dawgs for being recognized by The Society of Physics Students with the Outstanding Chapter Award!

This is the seventh year in a row that the Club has been recognized by the SPS and the fifth time in that span that the chapter has received the highest honor, Outstanding Chapter, as a top-tier student-led physical sciences organization. This designation is given to fewer than 10 percent of all SPS chapters at colleges and universities in the U.S. and internationally.

Learn more about the Rocket Dawgs in the latest episode of STEM Strong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Gcbt85ciSs

🚀 Explore the thrilling world of rocketry with us! 🌌 In this captivating video, join us on a journey through the eyes of passionate engineering physics stu...

01/16/2024

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙠𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩 🛫

Established in 1901, Southwestern Oklahoma State University is located in Weatherford, Oklahoma (just 60 miles west of Oklahoma City). SWOSU offers affordable and reputable graduate and undergraduate degree programs online and on-campus with locations in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yukon.

Today, SWOSU has nearly 5,000 students and employs more than 200 dedicated faculty and staff. We hold more than 1,000 classes per semester, have 14 nationally accredited programs, and are nationally recognized for our online programs.

Find out more about making this campus home while you pursue a degree in Oklahoma’s thriving aerospace and defense industry at swosu.edu/aerospace-defense.

01/11/2024

What a year for our friends and benefactors at Delaware Resource Group! Among many milestones achieved throughout 2023, DRG continued to advocate and support Oklahoma’s Aerospace Defense workforce initiatives within Higher Education!

Looking back at 2023, we're beyond grateful for the milestones achieved and the continued growth we’ve experienced at DRG! We kicked off 2023 on a high note by being awarded the USAF’s first published contract of 2023, a $19 million deal for the Aircrew Training Device/Aircrew Training Aid Servi...

01/09/2024

Exploring the skies and beyond! 🚀✈️

Deloitte's 2024 Aerospace and Defense Industry Outlook provides fascinating insights into the future of the industry that so many of our graduates will impact. From innovation to challenges, it's a must-read for anyone passionate about the evolution of aviation. 🌐

🔗 https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/aerospace-defense/aerospace-and-defense-industry-outlook.html

01/05/2024

🚀 Attain a degree that can propel you into diverse engineering fields while engaging in exciting endeavors! Southwestern Oklahoma State University's Physics Department provides an exceptional educational journey, featuring personalized faculty guidance, student-driven projects, and comprehensive preparation for cutting-edge careers in aerospace and defense.

Learn more at swosu.edu/aerospace-defense, powered by Delaware Resource Group.

01/03/2024

𝐒𝐖𝐎𝐒𝐔 🤝 𝐁𝐨𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 🎓✨ Shoutout to our amazing alumni making an impact at aerospace and defense leader The Boeing Company. From various roles to unique career paths, they're showcasing what sets Southwestern Oklahoma State University grads apart!

Left photo: Riley Smith, Manufacturing Engineer; Jarrett Barnham, Manufacturing Engineer; Tucker McWilliams, Manufacturing Engineer; Ryan Horn, Electrical Manufacturing Engineer

Right photo: From Row: Margaret Musser Baldwin, Systems Engineer Analyst; Ingrid Law, Manufacturing Engineer for USAF E7 and NATO; Nick Castillo, Parts, Materials, and Process Engineer; Colby Epperly, Weights and Mass Engineer; David Garza, Industrial Engineer; Back Row: Alex Scarborough, US AWACS Air Vehicle Lead/Structural and Payload Design Engineer; Jay Penner, Systems Engineering; Brandon Wrobbel, Test and Evaluation Engineer, Research and Development

Not pictured: Matt Wiley, Wiring Manufacturing Engineer

01/01/2024

As we welcome a new year, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of you. Here's to another year of growth and success together! 🎆✨

12/27/2023

As 2023 comes to an end, take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey you've embarked upon. 💫 Remember, education is not just about grades, but the growth, challenges, and victories along the way. We can’t wait to see you all back on the Hilltop for a stellar spring semester!