ECU School of Business

08/05/2026

The Stonecipher School of Business kicked off the summer with Oklahoma Business Week!

Each summer, OBW gives high school students the opportunity to spend five days on campus, including overnight stays in the dorms, where they learn valuable skills in leadership, communication, team building, responsibility, money management, entrepreneurship, marketing and more.

Read more about Oklahoma Business Week here: https://ow.ly/U1ow50ZwzIQ

08/04/2026

🎓 Alumni Spotlight: Riley McCage ’25

Congratulations to ECU alumnus Riley McCage on being named a 2026 NextGen Under 30 Oklahoma Award recipient in the Sports & Outdoors category!

Riley earned his degree in business from East Central University in 2025 and is making a meaningful impact through his work with the Chickasaw Nation Education Department.

After growing up in the Chickasaw Nation and participating in programs that helped shape his own journey, Riley now gives back by developing and leading the Collegiate Student Athlete Program. Through this program, he helps Native student-athletes navigate the recruiting process, pursue higher education, and achieve their goals both on and off the field.

“Every day, I have the opportunity to help Native student-athletes navigate the recruiting process, pursue higher education, and achieve their goals both on and off the field,” Riley said. “I look forward to continuing to serve, grow, and create opportunities for the next generation of student-athletes.”

Riley’s commitment to service, leadership, and creating opportunities for others represents the very best of the ECU alumni community. We are proud to celebrate Riley and this well-deserved recognition!

🐯 Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger!

07/27/2026

In addition to providing a high quality education for our students, many of our faculty serve in roles outside of the classroom!

Dr. Germain Pichop of the ECU School of Business has recently been named the new chairman of the board of directors for the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)!

Read more about Dr. Pichop and his new role here: https://ow.ly/RMFR50Zs7oV

07/09/2026

The East Central University MBA program is built specifically for working professionals who want to transition into executive, managerial, and administrative roles.

Whether your goal is to lead in corporate business, healthcare administration, local/tribal government, or the nonprofit sector, our curriculum gives you the exact strategy and analytical tools needed to lead regional growth.
Built for the Oklahoma Workforce:

Immediate Application: Learn strategy on Monday, apply it at your job on Tuesday.

Flexible Format: Designed to respect your 9-to-5 responsibilities.

Broad Career Scope: Tailored for diverse professional environments, from local industries to native tribal entities.

Ready to lead? Take the next step in your career.

👉 Apply today: https://apply.ecok.edu/apply/

07/06/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the incredible legacy of Harland C. Stonecipher (1938–2014). His journey is a powerful testament to the values of innovation, hard work, and relentless perseverance.

Growing up in the small community of Centrahoma, Oklahoma, Harland was determined to pursue higher education, ultimately becoming the first in his family to attend college. After graduating from East Central State College in 1959, he went on to build an extraordinary career as a visionary entrepreneur.

He never forgot his roots or the university that helped shape his future. In 2011, a generous $2 million gift to the ECU Foundation Inc. from Harland and his wife, Shirley, provided the major boost needed to construct the Chickasaw Business and Conference Center.

Today, we are incredibly proud that our School of Business bears his name. As our business students walk through these doors every day, they are reminded of the Stonecipher name and the true impact of an entrepreneurial vision. His legacy lives on in the next generation of business leaders we prepare right here on campus.

If you are looking for ways to give back to ECU: https://www.ecok.edu/donate/

06/25/2026

Join us in congratulating Joe Mankin! 🥳

Joe Mankin of Ada has been awarded the Fellow of the Association for Health Care Resource & Materials Management (FAHRMM) designation.

06/25/2026

ECU Student Center for the Public Trust officers, Bella Koepke, Daphne Anderson, and Lydia Gee, spent the week at NASBA’s Student Leadership Conference in Park City, Utah. Through keynote presentations, case studies, and networking opportunities, attendees strengthened their understanding of ethical decision-making, professional responsibility, and leadership while reflecting on personal values and building confidence to lead with integrity.

06/01/2026

From Ada to Germany: The 2026 SSB Business Scholar Trip!

Our scholars represented East Central University in Germany, and we couldn't be prouder. Here is a look back at an unforgettable journey:

The Highlights:

We kicked off our time in Biberach with a massive collaborative dinner alongside students and leadership from Hochschule Biberach (HBC), Reykjavik University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Bucharest.

From studying Agri-Photovoltaics at the Kompetenzzentrum Obstbau Bodensee to touring the massive Liebherr Crawler Crane Factory in Ehingen and exploring the Kops Hydro Power Plant in Austria, our scholars got a firsthand look at world-leading engineering and sustainability concepts.

Students walked the historic streets of Munich and Ulm, took in the stunning views of Meersburg, hiked the breathtaking Montafon Alps in Austria, explored the island town of Lindau, and visited the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle.

From the bustling Viktualienmarkt to dinners at the historic Hofbräuhaus and Augustiner Biergarten, this group made sure to experience the very best of Bavarian hospitality.

Thank you to our amazing hosts, partners, and the incredible faculty who made this experiential learning trip possible. Our Business Scholars are returning home with broader horizons, new global connections, and memories to last a lifetime!

05/26/2026

Behind this photo are countless hours of studying, late-night group projects, and strong determination.

Introducing the Spring & Summer 2026 graduates of the Harland C. Stonecipher School of Business! We are so honored to have been a part of your journey and can't wait to watch you lead, innovate, and succeed. 🎓

📷 See the full commencement photo gallery here: https://ecutigerpics.pixieset.com/springcommencement2026/

04/28/2026

ECU’s Student Center for the Public Trust recently competed in the StudentCPT’s 2026 Ethics in Action Video Competition. Organized under the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy, the Student Center for the Public Trust (StudentCPT) is a national network of college students committed to ethical leadership.

We are excited to announce that, with overwhelming support from the ECU community, our chapter earned first place in the Viewer’s Choice Short Film category and $700 in prizes. Thank you to everyone who voted for and promoted our video.