OSU Lahoma Club

The Lahoma Club at Oklahoma State University had its beginnings on the afternoon of January 18, 1915, when a group of faculty wives met to discuss “what can be done to promote sociability between university women and students.”  The organization has developed to promote social activities, projects and programs which have greatly enriched the scope and quality of life at Oklahoma State University.

Lahoma’s social activities and programs focus on providing scholarships to students and enriching the social activities for members.  The major focus of the club is sponsorship of five or more scholarships each year.  The Constitution states that, “The purpose of the organization shall be to foster good fellowship between university women and students, and to assist in promoting the general interest of Oklahoma State University.”  

The Lahoma Club meets the second Monday of each month during the academic year.  Members are Oklahoma State University/OSU Foundation currentor  retirees or the spouses of employees/retirees.  Guest speakers present a variety of programs during the monthly luncheon meeting.  In addition, members may participate in special interest groups:  antiquers, bridge, quilting, genealogy, ladies lunch out, lahoma traveler, computer group or scrapbooking.

For membership information contact:  Jerry Jackson at (405) 372-2763 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Judy Escoubas at (405) 372-5024 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . employees

The OSU Lahoma Club awarded seven students each a $500 scholarship at the Club’s February luncheon meeting. Guest speaker Montgomery Roberts, D.O., joined the group sharing the impact the Lahoma Club had on his education. Roberts received a Lahoma scholarship in 1994.  He is now the Chief Resident, Internal Medicine Residency Program, at OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine.

This year’s scholarship recipients are:

Ryan Baker of Stillwater, Okla.  His major is Physiology/Pre-Med.  Ryan’s goal is to become a physician.
Kelli Blackford of Sapulpa, Okla.  She is studying Human Development Family Science.  Kelli’s wants to one day work within a hospital as a child life specialist.
Marla Carrick of Pryor, Okla.  Marla’s major is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a minor in Chemistry.  She also plans to attend medical school focusing on either pediatrics, obstetrics or orthopedic surgery.
Stephanie Cobbe of Stillwater.  Her major is Geology.  Stephanie’s goal is to work in the oil and gas industry.
Sara Hughes of Stillwater.  Sara’s major is Psychology.  She hopes to earn a master’s degree in industrial/organizational psychology.
May Lane of Stillwater.  She is studying Elementary Education.  May wants to teach either upper elementary or middle school students.
Kaylee Messec of Pauls Valley, Okla.  Kaylee’s major is Health Promotion.  She plans to be a pre-natal health educator working specifically with Native American populations.

Please replace the current program information with this year’s schedule:

2009-2010 Programs:

• Sept. 14, 2009 – Interest Group Sign Up and “OSU Cowgirls Basketball,” Miranda Serna, Assistant Coach – special host, Ann Hargis, at the Willham House
• Oct. 12, 2009 – “Lauren Bacall” portrayed by Shari Carney, Professor of Political Science – Meditations
• Nov. 9, 2009 – “Stillwater” with Dan Galloway, City Manager, music by Chad Haney – Meditations
• Dec. 14, 2009 – “Sounds of the Holidays,” Stillwater High School Chorus – Meditations
• Jan. 11, 2010 – “Baskets, Beads & Bonnets – Indian Treasures,” Mary Jane Ward, OK Historical Society – Freddie Paul’s Steakhouse
• Feb. 8, 2010 – “Celebration of Scholarships,” Celtic Sounds on the Hammered Dulcimer, Ann Geppert of “On the Doss” – OSU Foundation, Gallery Room
• Mar. 8, 2010 – “Book Review” by Carol Headrick – Meditations
• Apr. 12, 2010 – “Dust, Drought & Dreams Gone By,” Dr. Jennifer Paustenbaugh of OCU – Freddie Paul’s Steakhouse
• May 10, 2010 – “A Look Behind the Veil, living in Saudi Arabia,” Anne Cummins, Lahoma member – Freddie Paul’s Steakhouse