Southwestern Oklahoma State University
12/17/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/17/2025 16:20
SWOSU to Host 38th Alpha Mu Gamma National Convention
Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) will host the 38th National Convention of Alpha Mu Gamma, the National Collegiate Languages Honor Society, from March 5-7, 2026. The event will bring together students, faculty, and language enthusiasts from across the United States and abroad to share research and ideas.
This 2026 convention theme, "World Languages in the Arts and Humanities: A Multidisciplinary Approach," focuses on the connections between language, literature, music, visual arts, and history.
The convention will feature papers, panel sessions, and poster presentations. Submissions are welcome in all languages and across a variety of disciplines. Topics may include research on language in the humanities, interdisciplinary teaching and learning, storytelling traditions, relationships between language and music, the role of performance in cultural identity, visual narratives in media and art, and efforts to preserve endangered languages. Undergraduate and graduate students are strongly encouraged to participate.
Alpha Mu Gamma was established in 1931 to recognize achievement in all foreign languages, including American Sign Language. It has grown to include more than 307 chapters across the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including four-year and two-year institutions, both public and private.
Dr. Tugba Sevin, Professor and World Languages Coordinator at SWOSU, is co-organizing the convention with Jason Dupree, Director of the SWOSU Al Harris Library. "We look forward to welcoming participants and showcasing the vibrant ways that language intersects with the arts and humanities," Sevin said.
Students and scholars interested in presenting at the convention can submit proposals for presentations, panels, or poster sessions online through the SWOSU Digital Commons.
For questions, contact Dr. Tugba Sevin at [email protected] or 580-774-7164.
About Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) was founded in 1901 and offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across three locations in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yukon. The university serves over 5,000 scholars and prides itself on affordability, small class sizes, and over 200 faculty and staff committed to helping students achieve their academic and personal goals.
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Choosing the right university comes with plenty of questions about applications, costs, and campus life. At SWOSU, students benefit from strong programs, a supportive community, and plenty of opportunities to get involved. This FAQ highlights answers to some of the questions students most often ask when considering SWOSU.
FAQs
How to apply to SWOSU?Start your application process by visiting SWOSU's admissions page to choose the path that fits you to submit your application!
To learn more, visit the SWOSU Admissions page.
For graduate degrees, you submit your application through the Graduate Application Portal and include transcripts and immunization records. Deadlines vary by program.
To learn more, visit the Graduate School Admissions page.
Tuition rates for SWOSU vary based on residency status and credit hours. For the most accurate and current tuition information, please refer to the official SWOSU Tuition and Fees page.
SWOSU welcomes transfer students! Requirements depend on hours completed: if under 24 hours, submit an application, test scores, and transcripts. For more than 24 hours, submit your application, transcript(s), and immunization records. A GPA of 1.7 is required for up to 30 hours; 2.0 is required beyond that.
To learn more, visit the Transfer Students page.
SWOSU offers a range of financial assistance, including scholarships, grants, and loans. These can come from academic departments, foundations, or federal and state resources.
To learn more, visit the Scholarships & Grants page.
SWOSU's "In-State + $1 Tuition Program" allows non-resident (including transfer and international) students to pay the in-state tuition rate plus $1 per credit hour. No extra application is needed. Savings can exceed $3,450 per semester (based on 15 credit hours).
Note: This rate applies to tuition only, not fees, housing, meal plan, or books. To learn more, visit the In-State + $1 Tuition page.
Yes! SWOSU offers graduate programs in areas such as Education, Business, Nursing, Allied Health, and more.
To learn more, visit the Graduate School Admissions page.
Yes. SWOSU offers online courses and degree options across undergraduate and graduate levels to give students flexibility with their schedules.
To learn more, visit our SWOSU Online page.
On-campus housing includes traditional residence halls and apartment-style living. These options offer amenities like meal plans, laundry, and social spaces.
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SWOSU hosts more than 80 student clubs and organizations-ranging from Chemistry Club, Scuba Club, Gaming Club, Honors Associations, Hispanic American Leadership Organization, to Faith-based, academic, and recreational groups.
To learn more, visit the Student Organizations page.
SWOSU offers services including academic advising, tutoring, writing support, health and counseling services, financial aid assistance, residence life, library, and more.
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