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Rocks & Swing Fore STEM raises $45,000 for Earth science education
Our 8th annual Rocks & Swing Fore STEM on August 27, 2026, was another fantastic event! We had a great evening doing two things that are important to us — having fun and raising money to support Earth science education in Oklahoma. With both first-time and returning guests joining us, the event raised just under
Three ways OGF supports students at the University of Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Geological Foundation is committed to advancing Earth science education at every level, including supporting undergraduate and graduate students and programs. At the University of Oklahoma, Foundation funding is helping create opportunities for students to learn, connect, and showcase their work. One example is the Geosciences Student Research Symposium and Expo, which provides a
Grant Spotlight: Inspiring young geologists at Cache Elementary
At Cache Elementary School, teacher Heather Chadwick is helping young students discover the fascinating world of geology through the school’s Rock and Fossil Club, where students in grades 2, 3, and 4 gather each month to explore rocks, minerals, and fossils. Thanks to a grant from the Oklahoma Geological Foundation, Chadwick has been able to
Celebrating our 400th Rock, Mineral & Fossil Collection!
On January 8, the Foundation delivered our 400th Rock, Mineral, and Fossil Collection! Larry Lunardi, a director of the Foundation who was instrumental in starting this program in 2015, delivered the collection to Wells Middle School in Catoosa. He showcased the collection to four teachers, two principals, one librarian, and two classrooms of students, sixth
Minerals
Rocks & Swing Fore STEM raises $45,000 for Earth science education
Our 8th annual Rocks & Swing Fore STEM on August 27, 2026, was another fantastic event! We had a great evening doing two things that are important to us — having fun and raising money to support Earth science education in Oklahoma. With both first-time and returning guests joining us, the event raised just under
Three ways OGF supports students at the University of Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Geological Foundation is committed to advancing Earth science education at every level, including supporting undergraduate and graduate students and programs. At the University of Oklahoma, Foundation funding is helping create opportunities for students to learn, connect, and showcase their work. One example is the Geosciences Student Research Symposium and Expo, which provides a
Grant Spotlight: Inspiring young geologists at Cache Elementary
At Cache Elementary School, teacher Heather Chadwick is helping young students discover the fascinating world of geology through the school’s Rock and Fossil Club, where students in grades 2, 3, and 4 gather each month to explore rocks, minerals, and fossils. Thanks to a grant from the Oklahoma Geological Foundation, Chadwick has been able to
Celebrating our 400th Rock, Mineral & Fossil Collection!
On January 8, the Foundation delivered our 400th Rock, Mineral, and Fossil Collection! Larry Lunardi, a director of the Foundation who was instrumental in starting this program in 2015, delivered the collection to Wells Middle School in Catoosa. He showcased the collection to four teachers, two principals, one librarian, and two classrooms of students, sixth
Fossils
Rocks & Swing Fore STEM raises $45,000 for Earth science education
Our 8th annual Rocks & Swing Fore STEM on August 27, 2026, was another fantastic event! We had a great evening doing two things that are important to us — having fun and raising money to support Earth science education in Oklahoma. With both first-time and returning guests joining us, the event raised just under
Three ways OGF supports students at the University of Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Geological Foundation is committed to advancing Earth science education at every level, including supporting undergraduate and graduate students and programs. At the University of Oklahoma, Foundation funding is helping create opportunities for students to learn, connect, and showcase their work. One example is the Geosciences Student Research Symposium and Expo, which provides a
Grant Spotlight: Inspiring young geologists at Cache Elementary
At Cache Elementary School, teacher Heather Chadwick is helping young students discover the fascinating world of geology through the school’s Rock and Fossil Club, where students in grades 2, 3, and 4 gather each month to explore rocks, minerals, and fossils. Thanks to a grant from the Oklahoma Geological Foundation, Chadwick has been able to
Celebrating our 400th Rock, Mineral & Fossil Collection!
On January 8, the Foundation delivered our 400th Rock, Mineral, and Fossil Collection! Larry Lunardi, a director of the Foundation who was instrumental in starting this program in 2015, delivered the collection to Wells Middle School in Catoosa. He showcased the collection to four teachers, two principals, one librarian, and two classrooms of students, sixth