Founded in 1908, Connors State College has a long history of providing the people of Eastern Oklahoma with access to higher education.


Since seating its first class of 17, the institution has grown into a comprehensive, multi-campus, two-year college that enrolls more than 3,000 students annually. Faculty and advisors work with students to design customized success plans to help them graduate on time, find their passion and prepare for life. Connors State is a member of the NJCAA, competing in Region 2 as a Division 1 program for intercollegiate athletics.

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See what we have going on:

Valerie Hays

Director of Recruitment

(918) 463-6271

Gatlin Hall 2nd Floor

valerad@connorsstate.edu

Gracie Kreis

Recruiter

(918) 463-6272

Gatlin Hall 222

gracie.kreis@connorsstate.edu

Amber McKibben

Recruiter

(918) 463-6396

Gatlin Hall 216

amber.mckibben@connorsstate.edu

Amber McKibben is a dedicated Recruiter focusing on students interested in Agriculture at Connors State College. As a proud Connors alumna, Amber was an active member of the Rodeo Team, Student Government Association (SGA), and Ag Ambassadors during her time here. She earned her Associate’s degree in Animal Science in 2017 before continuing her education at Northeastern State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s in Communication in 2021. What Amber loves most about Connors is the sense of community—it feels like a second home, where everyone is welcoming, and the atmosphere is warm and comforting. Fun fact: Along with her passion for barrel racing and all things rodeo, Amber loves spending time with her family hunting and fishing whenever she can!

Allie Marks

Recruiter/Student Success Coach

(918) 684-5407

NAH Building (Muskogee Campus)

Allie.r.marks@connorsstate.edu

Allie Marks is a Student Success Coach at Connors State College. She started as a work-study in the admissions department and then as the receptionist in the nursing department. What she loves about Connors is that we really do “build futures one at a time”. A fun fact about Allie is that she is a first generation college graduate!

Blane Newfield

Recruiter/Student Success Coach

(918) 463-6270

Gatlin Hall 217

Blane.newfield@connorsstate.edu

Blane Newfield is a Student Success Coach and Recruiter at Connors State College. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Texas A&M University in 2013 as a non-traditional student.  He recently earned a Graduate Certificate in HR Management from Southern New Hampshire University and is currently enrolled in course work to complete the Professional Human Resources Certification through the University of Syracuse. Blane served over 16 years in the US Military in various career fields with multiple deployments to Iraq in support of Operation Southern Watch, Global War on Terrorism, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Spartan Shield. Outside of his professional career, Blane enjoys spending time with his wife and four children.  Blane’s fun fact is that he also enjoys hunting/fishing, USPSA competitions and playing golf when time/weather allows.

Lacie Hill

Student Success Coach

(918) 463-6248

Gatlin Hall

lacie.hill@connorsstate.edu

Lacie Hill is a Student Success Coach at Connors State College, and she is a proud Connors alumna. She is currently completing her bachelor’s degree in psychology and looking into transferring to OSU Forensic Psychology Degree Program to eventually obtain a Doctorates in Forensic Psychology. Her goal is to continue to help students achieve their degree goals for years to come by staying at Connors and eventually teaching future students. What Lacie loves the most about Connors is “it feels like home. I never thought I would be able to go to college and make something of my life and I never thought I was smart enough. I just want to help students be successful and to make sure their Connors experience is as great for them as it was for me.” Fun Fact: Lacie is a proud mother to a very sweet and loving autistic boy and a very lucky wife. She likes to play video games in her spare time, likes to do woodburning, and spend as much time with her son and husband as possible.

Trent Todd

Student Success Coach

(918) 463-6201

Gatlin Hall

ttrentd@connorsstate.edu

Cherokee Riddle

Student Success Coach

(918) 684-5415

NAH Building (Muskogee Campus)

cherokee.riddle@connorsstate.edu

Cherokee Riddle has been working for Connors State College since 2021. He started in the registrar’s office as a registrar’s clerk and has since moved to become a student success coach and recruiter. One of his passions has always been helping others. He has a Bachelor’s in Instrumental Music Education from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. A fun fact about Cherokee is he enjoys playing the tuba, reading, watching football, and swimming.