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The Water Technologies for Emerging Regions (WaTER) Center is a grass roots, faculty led effort that began in 2006 at the University of Oklahoma.

The WaTER Center (Water Technologies for Emerging Regions) at The University of Oklahoma is dedicated to enhancing water research, education, and outreach locally and globally. The center was developed to meet a growing need for university-based programs with the personnel and abilities to play a key part in the international water supply and sanitation scene through the development and transfer of appropriate and sustainable water and sanitation solutions.

06/29/2026

The OU WaTER Center is proud to support student learning and global engagement! We were honored to provide travel scholarships to students at The University of Oklahoma participating in an international service trip to Ecuador with the Regeneration Field Institute.

Through this experience, students gained hands-on knowledge in agroforestry, immersed themselves in Ecuadorian culture, and built a shade structure for a local school in Pavón, Ecuador.

We're excited to support opportunities that inspire future leaders to make a positive impact both locally and around the world!
Read more: link.ou.edu/4cpMPnD

05/15/2026

Please join us in congratulating Yang Eric Hong on being named a recipient of the prestigious George Lynn Cross Research Professorship — the University of Oklahoma’s highest honor for research and creative activity.

This well-deserved recognition celebrates Dr. Hong’s outstanding leadership and global impact in hydrology, remote sensing, water resources, and climate research. We are proud to have him as part of the OU WaTER Center team! 🌍💧👏

Learn more: https://link.ou.edu/4uPLTir

05/07/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Randall Kolar, Associate Director of the OU WaTER Center, on being named a 2026 recipient of the Oklahoma Medal for Excellence! 🎉

The OU WaTER Center is proud to celebrate Dr. Kolar’s outstanding leadership, dedication to teaching excellence, and lasting impact on students in the School of Civil Engineering and Environmental Science. His commitment to mentoring and advancing engineering education continues to inspire the next generation of water and environmental professionals.

05/06/2026

Some of our WaTER Center team members had the privilege of reconnecting with Sister Rosemary Nyirumbe this morning. We are continually inspired by Sr. Rosemary's incredible work in Gulu, Uganda, where she has supported, empowered, and uplifted the lives of thousands of women.

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202 W Boyd Street
Norman, OK
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http://WaTER.ou.edu/

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