To the OU family: Serving as your president has been the privilege of my life. I wish @OU14Pres well as he leads us forward. Tomorrow, I return to my favorite role: teacher! -DBo

I taught my first political science class in 1969 at Oklahoma Baptist University. American politics (and my eyewear) has changed since then, but my love of teaching hasn’t. It’s great to be back in the classroom today for my 55th semester as a professor. -DBo

I am excited to write a monthly column for the Tulsa World and @NormanNews. My first column, in today’s paper, is about how our inability to protect Dreamers is a moral identity crisis for the United States. You can read it here: tulsaworld.com/opinion/opinio…

The future of Oklahoma is at risk. We must make the right choice to turn things around. That is why I am today endorsing Drew Edmondson. I urge all Oklahomans regardless of party to support Drew and bring desperately needed change to our state.

In my latest column, I describe four ways we can make Congress a more accountable, responsive body. Read here: tulsaworld.com/opinion/davidb…

Pick up the newest edition of Curbside Chronicle to read my overview of the nine statewide positions on the Oklahoma ballot next month.

It’s investment time in Oklahoma! In this month’s column, I discuss the leadership qualities we should keep in mind as we head to the polls next week. normantranscript.com/opinion/it-s-i…

Never underestimate the power of kindness. How we treat each other will, in many ways, determine the future of our society. tulsaworld.com/opinion/davidb…

In my latest column, some lessons we can learn from the late President George Bush: tulsaworld.com/opinion/column…

International alliances are crucial to America’s security. We abandon them at our peril. My column: normantranscript.com/opinion/mattis…

Congratulations on a great win! Best of luck today. -DBo x.com/ou_softball/st…

Thank you to all who attended today’s Arbor Day celebration! We truly appreciate this tribute. -DBo and Mrs. B

Let’s give credit where credit is due: it is thanks to the tenacity of our teachers that this pay raise legislation was enacted.

Due to inclement weather, Mom’s Day Tea at Boyd House has been canceled for this afternoon. Please stay warm and enjoy the rest of Mom’s Day! -DBo

Thank you, @OU_CoachStoops, for your remarkable achievements and outstanding character. It is our honor to celebrate you this weekend. -DBo #SaluteToStoops

The health and safety of our students must always be our first concern. I have directed that adequate funding be allocated to add an additional trained psychologist to the University Counseling Center staff at Goddard Health Center. -DBo

I don’t have the words to fully express our gratitude to all who joined us this weekend. Thank you to all who have helped achieve excellence and build a true sense of family at OU over the last 23 years. Live on, University! -DBo

At my inauguration 23 years ago, I issued a challenge: to join me in building a shared vision of excellence for OU. Tonight, at the university’s 126th Commencement, I will address the OU family for the last time as president. I hope you will join us. -DBo