03/02/2026
Toneille Bent, our Executive Vice President, Culture and Engagement, was recently featured by The University of Tulsa Alumni Association last month.
Then & Now: Toneille Bent ’96 🌀
In honor of Black History Month, we are proud to celebrate the achievements and legacies of our alumni. Today, we’re spotlighting Toneille Bent, whose journey from a Spanish major to a culture-shaping executive is a testament to the power of a versatile education.
For Toneille, The University of Tulsa was a "happy place" that offered more than just a degree—it offered a window to the world. While her career path evolved from her initial dreams of international law, the room to explore and take risks at TU allowed her to build a vibrant career spanning international business, education, and equity and inclusion. As she nears her 30th graduation anniversary, she remains a proud Hurricane for life!
The Snapshot:
🎓 Degree: BA in Spanish (1996)
💼 Current Role: Executive Vice President, Culture and Engagement at Family & Children’s Services
✨ The TU Impact: "TU gave me room to explore, engage in service, take risks, and challenge notions of limitation... [It was] proof that all I needed to do was try."