Call for Course Proposals
Oklahoma State University's Doel Reed Center in Taos is currently accepting course proposals for 2026 credit courses. Learn more about the Doel Reed Center and previous course offerings here.
Background
The Doel Reed Center is located in Taos, New Mexico, and is a major gift from Martha Reed, who was the daughter of Doel Reed, a famous printmaker and first head of the OSU Art Department (1924-1959). In addition, Martha was an OSU graduate, having received her degree in Art in the 1940s. She was also well-known for her clothing designs and her shop, "Martha of Taos." Since 2006, we have been developed the Center as a location for OSU students, alumni, and national/international visiting artists and scholars to experience the unique historic, cultural, and physical environment that Taos offers. The property consists of two adobe residences and Doel Reed's studio. We completed renovation and restoration of the buildings on the property in September 2015. Beginning in the fall of 2006, OSU students experienced Taos and the surrounding region through a DRC Internship program. In the summer of 2010, the program was expanded to include regular summer courses. We typically offer three classes from three different departments. This is a cross-disciplinary program. We encourage proposals from all colleges and departments. We also welcome team-taught classes.
Who May Propose a Course / What Kind of Course?
Any OSU tenured, tenure-track, emeritus, clinical or teaching faculty member may propose a course. The primary requirement is that the course MUST take advantage of its teaching location in Taos and the curriculum should reflect that. The on-site part of the courses is two weeks (see section on "sessions" below). The courses will run through the ITLE & the Office of Individual Study. Two weeks are spent on-site, and there should be a follow-up, final project developed and due after students return to Oklahoma. Some instructors also meet with students and give assignments before the Taos classes begin.
What Teaching Facilities are Available?
Classes may be held at the Doel Reed Center or by arrangement at other facilities in Taos, as required by the course content and class size. The DRC has two small indoor classroom spaces with internet, studio space, and several outdoor teaching spaces. The Center will provide a flat screen or projector and screen for class use. Class size is usually limited to 12 students.
What Housing/Compensation are Provided to Faculty?
Housing, a course salary of $5700, and a $1000 travel stipend are provided for faculty members by the DRC. For two faculty team-taught course, each faculty member will receive a salary of $3000 plus the $1000 travel stipend.
When are the Sessions?
You may propose a course for the May, June, or the July session (You may indicate the ability to teach in more than one session to facilitate scheduling). Students will register for standard OSU summer course format (Session 2 or 4). The on-site part of the courses will be:
May session May 18-29, 2026
June session June 8-19, 2026
July session July 6-17, 2026
Proposal Requirements
Please submit a brief faculty bio (1-2 pages with contact information) and a 1-2 page description of the proposed course. (You may append a draft syllabus if you wish.)
· Indicate what course number would be appropriate for the class.
· Explain how the class relates to and makes use of the location in Taos.
· Explain how you would recruit students for the class and whether you would apply for General Education credit. Ability to recruit students is critical to the acceptance of your proposal.
· Include the month you would prefer to hold the on-site portion of your course--May, June, or July
· If your course would require special equipment or accommodation beyond what has been mentioned above, please let us know that.
· Indicate the name and email address of your Unit Head and the Associate Dean of Instruction for your college.
Please note that you must notify your Unit Head and the Associate Dean for Instruction of your college that you intend to submit a DRC summer 2026 course proposal. In your proposal, you will provide the names of these administrators. We will then generate a routing form, which you and these administrators will need to sign before your proposal will be considered by the DRC Program Committee.
Deadline and Submission Information
The deadline for course proposals is: Wednesday, October 29.
Please send proposals via email to: doelreedcenter@okstate.edu
Put "DRC credit course proposal" in the subject line.
The DRC Academic Programs Committee will meet shortly after the deadline and notify faculty quickly. As soon as funding is confirmed, course numbers will be established, and recruitment can begin. We can offer informational sessions about the DRC and Taos to assist with your recruiting.
Questions?
Please contact Carol Moder with questions via email carol.moder@okstate.edu, or by phone at 405-612-8295. You may learn more about the DRC and previous course offerings here.