Southwestern Oklahoma State University
03/02/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/02/2026 09:41
SWOSU Palooza Presented by Qdoba Returns March 27
Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) will host SWOSU Palooza presented by Qdoba on Friday, March 27, 2026, in the Pioneer Events Center on the SWOSU campus in Weatherford. Doors will open at 7 p.m., and the concert will begin at 8 p.m.
SWOSU Palooza is the university's annual spring concert and has been a campus tradition since 2000. The event is organized in coordination with the Student Government Association (SGA) and is intended to provide students with a large-scale live music event on campus each year. Over more than two decades, Palooza has remained one of the most anticipated student events of the spring semester.
The event will feature headliner Jacob Stelly, a red dirt musician from Liberty, Texas, who has built a following across Texas and Oklahoma through regional touring and live performances. The opening act will be American Slang, an Oklahoma-based band known for blending rock and country in its original music, along with select cover songs during its shows.
The concert is free for current SWOSU students. Members of the general public may attend for $10, payable by credit card at the door. Re-entry will not be permitted. Qdoba will operate a food vendor station inside the Pioneer Events Center and will serve as the exclusive meal vendor for the duration of the event.
"We are super excited to have Jacob Stelly and American Slang perform for Palooza this year," said Kambree Hammons, an SGA student.
SGA President Jake Estes said the event continues a focus on bringing emerging artists to campus. "We have always prided ourselves on bringing students tomorrow's stars, and this year we are excited to bring Jacob Stelly and American Slang to campus," Estes said.
More information about the event is available at https://www.swosu.edu/swosupalooza/.
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.
For more information about Southwestern Oklahoma State University, visit https://www.swosu.edu.
Thinking about becoming a Bulldog?
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.
To learn more, visit our Residential Life page.
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.
To learn more, visit the Student Services page.
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