TISHOMINGO, Okla. — Along with two other individuals, Murray State College Provost Becky Henthorn will be inducted into the Oklahoma Association of Community Colleges (OACC) 2026 Hall of Fame.

Henthorn has devoted more than three decades to transforming higher education and expanding opportunities for students in Oklahoma. As Murray State Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, she has built a distinguished career defined by strategic leadership, institutional excellence and an unwavering commitment to student success.

Beginning her career at Murray State in 1995 as a Behavioral Science instructor, Henthorn steadily rose through academic leadership, serving in numerous executive roles before becoming the college’s chief academic officer. Throughout her tenure, she has championed innovation, strategic planning, accreditation, institutional effectiveness, enrollment growth and workforce development, positioning Murray State College as a leader among Oklahoma’s community colleges.

“Becky Henthorn’s induction is a well-deserved recognition of a career defined by leadership, service and an unwavering commitment to students,” said Dr. Tim Faltyn, Murray State College President. “Becky has dedicated herself to strengthening our institution and creating opportunities for students to succeed in the classroom, in their chosen career and in life. This honor reflects the lasting impact she has made on our college, our students and communities across Oklahoma.”

Henthorn will join Mary Cantrell at Tulsa Community College and Dr. Ronald Ramming at Connors State College as the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Class at the OACC annual luncheon ceremony. Cantrell and Dr. Ramming have both devoted more than 36 years to education.

OACC Board Chair Lana Reynolds stated, “The OACC Hall of Fame tells the story of people who have helped make higher education a possibility for more Oklahomans. This year’s inductees have earned their place in that story through their commitment to students and their service to our state. Their achievements reflect the promise of community colleges: that access to education can change the course of a life and strengthen an entire community”

The event will begin at 11:45 a.m. on Friday, October 2, at the Tulsa Community College Northeast Campus in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

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Murray State College, located in Ardmore and Tishomingo, Oklahoma, provides opportunities for student learning, personal growth, professional success, and community enhancement. Murray State serves more than 4,000 students annually. The College offers associate degrees in science, arts and applied science, and a Bachelor of Applied Technology in Gunsmithing.