Graduate and Professional Student Government Association

Graduate and Professional Student Government Association This is the official page for the Graduate and Professional Student Government Association at Oklahoma State University.

Graduate and Professional Student Government Association serves as the voice for graduate and professional students at Oklahoma State University.

We’re proud to celebrate the GPSGA Executive Board members who were recognized at the Graduate College and GPSGA Awards ...
05/12/2026

We’re proud to celebrate the GPSGA Executive Board members who were recognized at the Graduate College and GPSGA Awards Ceremony for their exceptional service and leadership.

This recognition reflects the countless hours our board members dedicate to advocating for graduate and professional students, organizing inclusive events, addressing student concerns, and building a stronger, more connected graduate community at OSU. Their work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is wide-reaching and deeply meaningful.

A sincere thank you to the OSU Graduate College for hosting this wonderful event and for honoring the commitment and contributions of graduate student leaders. Your support amplifies our efforts and motivates us to continue making a difference.

Congratulations to all the awardees! 🧡

The GPSGA and ISO leadership teams came together for a professional development workshop focused on team development and...
05/08/2026

The GPSGA and ISO leadership teams came together for a professional development workshop focused on team development and collaborative leadership. It was such a fun, interactive, and meaningful session.

A special thank you to Yokolanda Speight from the Hargis Leadership Institute for leading such an insightful and engaging session. We truly learned so much and enjoyed every moment of it 🧡

The outgoing and incoming leadership teams of the GPSGA 🧡
05/08/2026

The outgoing and incoming leadership teams of the GPSGA 🧡

The 8th and the final assembly for Spring was held on the 22nd of April along with elections for the new board. Special ...
05/07/2026

The 8th and the final assembly for Spring was held on the 22nd of April along with elections for the new board.

Special thanks also to Graduate College Dean Dr. Melanie Morgan, Vice President to Student Affairs Dr Marsh and Associate Dean and our incredible advisor, Dr. Matt Lovern, for your continued support and guidance. Grateful for leaders who truly care!

Introducing our guest speakers for the final general assembly happening today! 🧡✨
04/21/2026

Introducing our guest speakers for the final general assembly happening today! 🧡✨

International Student Spotlight | Guilen NgongpahIntroducing Guilen Ngongpah from Cameroon, who is a PhD student in Educ...
04/21/2026

International Student Spotlight | Guilen Ngongpah

Introducing Guilen Ngongpah from Cameroon, who is a PhD student in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at OSU. Her research focuses on university-community engagement, conflict
resolution, civic leadership, and digital equity in education.

Her academic and professional journey spans three continents: Africa, Europe, and America, shaping her global perspective on education, equity, and community engagement. She has
received prestigious scholarships, including the African Union’s Pan-African University Scholarship, the Center for Humanities Fellowship at Oklahoma State University, and OSU’s
Ronald S. Beer Internship Scholarship.

At OSU, she serves as a Student Government Association Senator for the College of Education and Human Sciences (CEHS), a GPSGA representative for the CEHS, and a Graduate Teaching Assistant for student support, mentoring, and supporting first-generation, non-traditional, and
transfer students.

Guilen loves to give back to the community. She regularly participates in OSU’s Into the Streets Program. Beyond campus, she also teaches children weekly at Redemption City Church,
integrating peacebuilding and moral development. Through these roles, she demonstrates her commitment to advancing inclusive, globally informed educational practices that strengthen trust
between universities and the communities they serve.

We are proud to celebrate Guilen’s achievements and contributions to the OSU community.

On April 29th, our GPSGA community came together to serve Stillwater through Into the Streets. This experience brought u...
04/06/2026

On April 29th, our GPSGA community came together to serve Stillwater through Into the Streets. This experience brought us together in meaningful ways, reminding us of the impact we can create through collective service.

Thank you to everyone who participated and made the day such a success! 🧡

Meet Kolawole Michael Afolabi from Nigeria, a PhD Candidate in the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Program at ...
04/02/2026

Meet Kolawole Michael Afolabi from Nigeria, a PhD Candidate in the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Program at OSU, focusing on educator support, family engagement, and AI
integration in K-12 education. His research concentrates on marginalized populations and uses qualitative methods to connect academia and practice.

Michael is a Graduate Research and Graduate Teaching Associate at OSU, working on research related to bullying prevention, professional development, educator wellness, youth development through community-engaged research, and educational technology. He has presented at AERA,
UCEA, ISLS, and other conferences and serves as an Instructional Designer for the ECHO Education Nigeria project, creating contextually sensitive learning resources for rural educators.

Outside of academics, Michael also served as a Past Treasurer and Intergovernmental Liaison Officer for GPSGA, Vice President of the Family and Graduate Student Housing Leadership
Council, Southwest Regional Vice President of Phi Beta Delta, is involved with Into the Streets and Payne County Youth Services, and he is also a pastor. His dedication to equity-focused
research and community engagement is indicative of the ways international scholars at OSU are making a difference around the world.

We are proud to celebrate Michael’s achievements and contributions to the OSU community.

Highlights from the 7th General Assembly of GPSGA! ✨ From engaging conversations to real impact, we’re shaping the futur...
04/02/2026

Highlights from the 7th General Assembly of GPSGA! ✨ From engaging conversations to real impact, we’re shaping the future together.

Up next: Elections in April— stay tuned and step up to lead!

International Student Spotlight | Pratikshya Paudel Introducing Pratikshya Paudel from Nepal, the country home to Mount...
03/26/2026

International Student Spotlight | Pratikshya Paudel

Introducing Pratikshya Paudel from Nepal, the country home to Mount Everest. She is pursuing a PhD in Chemistry at OSU. Her research focuses on pheromone-binding proteins and their ligand-binding mechanisms, with applications in sustainable pest management.

Outside of research, Pratikshya enjoys contributing to both the campus and the local community. She currently serves as the Secretary of GPSGA and previously served as the Social Chair. She has also been actively involved with the American Chemical Society- GSO, the International Student Organization, and other student groups on campus. She held the title of Ms. International
OSU 2024–2025, a role that allowed her to celebrate cultural diversity and foster connections among students from all backgrounds.

Besides this, she enjoys volunteering with the American Red Cross and other community initiatives, and she is passionate about travel, cultural exchange, nature, and animals.

We are proud to celebrate Pratikshya’s achievements and contributions to the OSU community.

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