The Dr. Virginia Peters Kinesiology and Health Studies Department Endowed Fund

The newly named Dr. Virginia Peters Department for Kinesiology and Health Studies recognizes Peters' longtime dedication to the university and to her field of study. Peters is an integral part of Central's history, not only as a leader in health education, but also as a well-respected alumna who generously volunteers her time and talent to UCO and to her community. This is the final opportunity to make a life changing gift for the Dr. Virginia Peters Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies. The naming of the department is tied to an endowment that benefits students, programs and faculty within the department, as well as an unrestricted fund to help strengthen the department by providing scholarships, equipment and retention.

Thank you for saying yes to a life-changing investment. We cannot think of a greater honor to bestow on our mentor, friend, educator, and coach who has dedicated almost 70 years to the UCO community. Contact Erin Ta to establish your impactful pledge of support at 918-640-6559 or eta1@uco.edu. With just $150,000 remaining, we have no doubt that our alumni and friends will help us reach the finish line. 

Dr. Virginia Peters pictured with Dr. Kathy Black and Dr. Donna Cobb

"She has contributed to all kinds of people's lives... She's such a wonderful, wonderful lady."

-Jackie Krutsinger

Dr. Virginia Peters pictured with Bill and Ann Cather  

 "There's no one who has given more of their time and loves Central, but also the department in the same manner that Dr. Peters has."

Dr. Virginia Peters pictured with Jackie and John Horton

 

"I think you could have gone around to any university and asked them who would you go to for health and physical education in the state of Oklahoma and everyone would have said Virginia Peters."