What is the Cowboy Calling Program?
Comprised of around 70 student fundraisers this enthusiastic team works year around, four days a week to engage with the Cowboy Family. Of course, with a focus on university fundraising they prioritize their efforts on academic and financial student support. The Cowboy Callers contact alumni, parents, and friends of the university.
Your Impact Starts Here
The Cowboy Callers play a significant role in our OSU annual giving efforts. For example, in fiscal year 2018, student callers contacted more than 22,000 alumni and friends. Of these, nearly 25% resulted in a pledge of support to the university, for a total of 5,464 pledges and $620,181 raised.
Working for our program not only raises money for OSU, but also educates student callers about the importance of philanthropy.
By supporting your passions at Oklahoma State University, a legacy is left at OSU providing students the opportunity to grow and learn at the highest level.
Caller of the Month - Alberto Arrieta
Why did you choose Oklahoma State University?
I chose OSU because I wanted to get out of Weatherford, but I still wanted to be able to visit family.
What has been your greatest experience at OSU?
Winning the last Bedlam game was my greatest experience because everyone was so happy and connected to OSU. Nothing else mattered that day.
What are your future career plans?
I plan on going into cyber security, but computer science is so broad that I won't be disappointed if I end up somewhere else, just as long as I'm challenged.
What do you enjoy most about living in Stillwater?
I love all the events around campus. It's so easy to get involved and stay connected with everyone. I'm glad I came to OSU!
Crotchett Cowboy Caller Scholarship Recipient
My name is Emigail Barnes I am a 19-year-old sophomore here at Oklahoma State University, studying Strategic Communications. I was so generously awarded the Chad Crotchett Cowboy Caller Scholarship for the Fall 2022 semester. Not only that, but I am involved in multiple things on campus, I am a part of Camp Cowboy, a branch of new student orientation. I volunteer at Camp Cowboy in the summers, teaching all the incoming freshman OSU traditions and what it means to be a part of the Orange Family. I also have been a part of the Leadership program SUMMIT, writing my own curriculum and facilitating small groups. Additionally, I am a shift supervisor for the Cowboy Callers in the Engagement Center at the Foundation, which is where I get to reach out and reconnect with the Orange Family and friends of the University.
Strengthening Relationships
More often than not our Cowboy Caller team is the only voice for Oklahoma State our alumni & friends hear. Therefore, these students play a vital role in establishing and maintaining a strong relationship with the members of our Cowboy Family.
Caller Responsibilities
- Achieve fundraising objectives for each college
- Reconnect alumni and friends with the university
- Update alumni information
- Inform donors on campus happenings and fundraising successes
- Increase alumni enthusiasm and financial support toward their alma mater
- Answer any questions or concerns about OSU
Acknowledgement
Each caller can sign the pledge card for the donor with whom they spoke, if the alum/friend pledged to support the University at the time of their conversation. These cards are personal as they identify the caller/signer as an OSU student and contain a brief note of thanks.
All prospective donors should receive correspondence from the Annual Giving office within a week of their call, regardless of whether a pledge was made. This is our commitment in showing you how much your time and thoughtful consideration helps advance the ideals and programs of OSU.
Contact Us
For additional information, please contact the Engagement Center at 405.385.5135.