Despite his passing in 2023, Oklahoma Military Academy alumnus John Charles Owens life continues to impact future generations by way of an endowment from his estate.

Owens established an endowed scholarship for Rogers State University students in his estate, leaving a total gift in the amount of $398,600 to make a difference in the lives of students.

Born and raised in Shawnee, Okla., Owens was a Navy veteran and a licensed pilot, who spent time in the furniture, jewelry and chemical industries. He also served in the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s office.

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Rogers State University President Dr. Don Raleigh and the RSU Foundation invite the public to an annual event to help provide scholarships for students attending RSU Pryor and Mayes County area students attending RSU in Claremore.

The Mayes County Scholarship Breakfast is slated for 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 27 in the Community Room of the Creekside Church in Pryor. The church is located at 1500 E. Graham Avenue.

The Mayes County Scholarship Fundraising Breakfast is presented by Tim and Julie King.

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A Rogers State University staff member has been honored by the Oklahoma State Legislature with an official Citation of Recognition following his induction into a prominent organization for veteran journalists.

Earlier this summer, RSU Communications and Marketing Writer/Editor Tom Fink was inducted into the Oklahoma Press Association (OPA) Quarter Century Club. The honorary organization recognizes journalists, publishers, and news professionals who have dedicated at least 25 years to the print or online news industry.

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