Rogers State University will host an Opioid Awareness Resource Fair next week in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day.

Slated for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31 in the Dr. Carolyn Taylor Center (DCTC) Ballroom on the RSU campus in Claremore, this event is free and open to students, faculty, staff, and members of the community.

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global campaign dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives to overdose, supporting those who have experienced loss, and reducing the stigma surrounding substance use disorders. The observance also highlights the importance of prevention, education, treatment, and recovery resources available within our communities.

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Donors provided a record amount of private support to Rogers State University during the 2026 fiscal year that ended June 30.

The Rogers State University Foundation received $6,529,217 in gifts and pledges during the 12-month period, the largest amount in the history of the organization. Combined with other income and earnings, total revenue for the Foundation totaled. $11,753,336.

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An alumna and long-time employee of Rogers State University will begin a new role connecting alumni with their alma mater.

Dawn Tatro, a 2014 graduate, has been named as Director of Alumni Engagement and will begin her new duties on Sept. 14.

“We are thrilled that Dawn will lead our efforts to engage and reconnect with alumni,” said Steve Valencia, Vice President for Development. “Dawn has been engaged with our Alumni Association Board of Directors for several years, so she knows first-hand how to build on our efforts to involve alumni in the life of the University.”

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