Seminole State College President Emeritus Dr. Jim Utterback was honored Monday evening with induction into the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame during a special ceremony held at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond.
Each year, the Oklahoma Higher Education Heritage Society recognizes individuals whose achievements and leadership have brought honor and distinction to higher education in Oklahoma. Dr. Utterback served as SSC President for 20 years.
Pictured at the ceremony (l-r) are: State Representative Leslie Osborn, Representative Chris Kannady, Dr. Utterback, House Chair of Appropriations Kevin Wallace, State Senator Jason Smalley and SSC President Lana Reynolds. Former SSC President Dr. Jim Cook (left) and current SSC President Lana Reynolds (center) congratulate President Emeritus Dr. Jim Utterback for being inducted into the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame on Nov. 5. Dr. Cook also received this honor in 2010.
