Enid, Okla. – After her sudden resignation as President of Oklahoma State University (OSU), Dr. Kayse Shrum is set to return to the OSU system this summer. According to reports, Shrum requested a sabbatical at the time of her departure, but recent public records indicate that she will rejoin the university as a tenured faculty member at the OSU Center for Health Sciences.
Shrum’s resignation, which came as a surprise to many, followed years of significant progress at OSU under her leadership. In a letter detailing her decision to step down, Shrum expressed confidence in the direction the university was heading, citing record enrollment, strong student retention rates, increased research funding, and growth in philanthropic support as key successes during her tenure.
“I believe during my tenure I have set the university on a course to a bright future,” Shrum stated in her resignation letter. “We have experienced record enrollment, student retention rates, research funding, and philanthropic support.”
The decision to return to the OSU Health Sciences Center marks the next chapter of Shrum’s career, where she is expected to bring her extensive experience to the institution as a tenured faculty member. She is scheduled to begin her new role in July.
Shrum’s time as president was marked by growth and achievement, and her return to the OSU system is likely to have a lasting impact on the Health Sciences Center. With her leadership and experience, many within the university community are eager to see how her contributions will continue to shape OSU’s future.
