UCO Alumnus Appointed to RUSO Board of Regents
Sept. 9, 2024
Thomas Kupiec, Ph.D., renowned scientist, entrepreneur and University of Central alumnus, was appointed as the Position 8 Regent for the Regional University System of Oklahoma (RUSO) Board of Regents.
Kupiec earned his bachelor’s in chemistry and master’s in education and chemistry from Central. He continued his education by earning his Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
The Oklahoma City native is eager to ensure that future generations receive the same transformative learning experiences he had at UCO.
“As a UCO alumnus, I am honored to serve on the RUSO Board. Central set a foundation for me and my career, and I am excited to give back,” Kupiec said. “During my time as a Regent, I hope to encourage, uplift and advocate for students at all six regional universities. I aim to leverage young students’ talents and great minds.”
Kupiec is the founder of three Oklahoma City businesses—ARL Bio Pharma, which offers forensic and pharmaceutical testing; DNA Solutions Inc., which provides DNA and genetic testing; and, The Kupiec Group, which offers consulting and expert witness testimony for forensic toxicology and pharmaceutical sciences.
RUSO is the largest, four-year university system in the state and governs six of the state’s universities. These institutions enroll more than 40,000 students each year.
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Cutline: The Regional University System of Oklahoma recently appointed University of Central Oklahoma alumnus Thomas Kupiec, Ph.D., to the Board of Regents. Kupiec fills an unexpired term on the board and will serve as a Regent until June 2028.
