Regent Bank Invests in ORU's Global Learning Center

The new Regent Bank Global Learning Center will honor the bank's historic philanthropic partnership with Oral Roberts University.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:00am

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Oral Roberts University (ORU) has announced a transformational partnership with Regent Bank, whose generous philanthropic investment will rename the University's Global Learning Center. The new Regent Bank Global Learning Center will honor the bank's historic commitment to the university.

Why it matters

This partnership represents a significant investment in ORU's mission to provide a world-class education rooted in faith. Regent Bank's support will enhance ORU's ability to prepare the next generation of global leaders and innovators.

The details

The Regent Bank Global Learning Center will serve as a hub for ORU's international programs, research initiatives, and collaborative learning experiences. The investment will support facility upgrades, technology enhancements, and expanded programming to foster cross-cultural understanding and prepare students for success in an increasingly interconnected world.

  • Oral Roberts University announced the partnership on April 15, 2026.

The players

Regent Bank

A regional bank with a strong presence in Oklahoma that has made a significant philanthropic investment in Oral Roberts University.

Sean Kouplen

The Chairman and CEO of Regent Bank, who emphasized the alignment between faith and business in the bank's decision to partner with ORU.

Oral Roberts University

A private Christian university in Tulsa, Oklahoma, known for its commitment to integrating faith and learning.

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What they’re saying

“Faith and business are not separate.”

— Sean Kouplen, Chairman & CEO of Regent Bank

What’s next

The Regent Bank Global Learning Center is expected to open in the fall of 2027, marking a new era of collaboration and innovation at Oral Roberts University.

The takeaway

This partnership demonstrates the powerful synergy that can exist between the business community and Christian higher education, as Regent Bank's investment will enable ORU to further its mission of preparing students to lead and serve with excellence.