University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma - Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

  • Famed Chickasaw storyteller Te Ata (Mary Thompson) graduated from OCW in 1919.
  • Lotsee Patterson, founder of the American Indian Library Association graduated from OCW in 1959.
  • Former Miss America Norma Smallwood was the first Native American to win the title.
  • Irish professional boxer Oisin Fagan attended USAO on a soccer scholarship, and received a degree in journalism and physical education.

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