OHS Board of Directors
Randy Beutler
Elected
State At-Large, Canute
Term expiring 2029
Randy Beutler is a graduate of Southwestern Oklahoma State University, where he received both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education with honors. He also holds a juris doctor degree.
Beutler taught history and government for eight years at the high school level and was twice named “Teacher of the Year” by his peers at Weatherford Public Schools.
In 1992, Beutler was elected to the Oklahoma House of Representatives, where he served four terms, eventually being selected as majority whip. From 2003 to 2006, Randy served as a senior staff member in Governor Brad Henry’s administration.
In February 2010, Beutler was named the 17th president of Southwestern Oklahoma State University. During his presidency, he taught a US History course for freshmen and sophomore students each year. He retired from the position in July 2021.
Beutler is an avid historian and co-owner of the ranching partnership Beutler-Redd Ranches of Elk City. He is the author of Impresarios of the Rodeo Arena: The Story of the Beutler Stock Contracting Legacy. This book on the history of the Beutler rodeo family was named as a finalist for a Spur Award from the Western Writers of America.
Beutler also serves on the Oklahoma State Fair Board, the board of the Stafford Air and Space Museum, and the board of the Friends of the Oklahoma Education Television Authority.
