Dean Anne Pereira Highlights the Power of OU Graduate Education

A recent Sooner Magazine feature spotlights the far-reaching impact of graduate education at OU—and the pivotal role played by Dr. Anne Pereira, dean of the Graduate College on the OU Health Sciences Center campus. Pereira highlights how OU prepares graduate students for an increasingly diverse range of careers, from biotechnology and pharmaceuticals to federal agencies, advocacy, patents and scientific writing.

She emphasizes that graduate training transforms how students think—equipping them with independence, critical analysis and the confidence to pursue their passions in any sector. The article also explores OU’s growing investment in student support, professional development and opportunities that help graduates turn ideas into real-world impact.

Read the full story in Sooner Magazine to see how OU graduate education, guided by leaders like Dean Pereira, is shaping the workforce and driving innovation across Oklahoma and beyond.