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Sponsors of Western Oklahoma State College's World Wide Western student organization had the privilege of accompanying three international students to the Oklahoma State Capitol on February 25 for International Student Recognition Day.
For 100 years, Western has been guided by strong, dedicated leadership, from shared high school classrooms to a thriving state college.
Western Oklahoma State College, originally Altus Junior College, opened its doors in 1923 and is the oldest existing municipal two-year college in Oklahoma.
Western Oklahoma State College hosted its 2026 Homecoming on February 9, bringing together students, alumni, and the community for an evening of celebration and school spirit.
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Western Oklahoma State College, established as Altus Junior College in 1926, is the oldest original municipal two-year college still in existence in Oklahoma...
[About WOSC]Vision
Western Oklahoma State College aspires to be the outstanding and innovative community college known for its focus on student success and its service to community and regional development.Mission
The mission of Western Oklahoma State College is to provide high quality education while ensuring equity, supporting student success, and empowering individuals to become productive members of diverse local, regional, and global communities.