Tindle Ramon Honored as Alumni Ambassador Hall of Fame Inductee

Goodwell, Okla — Oklahoma Panhandle State University is pleased to honor alumnus Tindle Ramon as a 2026 inductee into the Alumni Ambassador Hall of Fame. A 1981 graduate with a degree in Biology, Ramon’s lifelong commitment to OPSU and decades of service to his community embody the values that define Panhandle State.

Ramon grew up in Goodwell and spent much of his childhood on campus alongside his father, Dr. Ramon, a long-time OPSU faculty member. As a student, he was active across campus life, participating in choir, theatre productions, biology club, scouting, and several student organizations. After graduating, Ramon continued to support the university while his wife completed her degree and later proudly supported his daughter as she attended and graduated from OPSU.

For the Ramon family, OPSU is more than a university. It is part of a four-generation legacy with parents, siblings, spouses, aunts, uncles, and children all attending through the years. Ramon carries that pride with him daily, often wearing his Aggie Apparel and sharing the university’s story with people he meets across the region and beyond.  

In 1985, Ramon moved to Spearman, Texas, where he began a career in banking that has spanned nearly forty years. Starting as one of the first seven employees of Spearman’s new bank, he has held numerous leadership roles, including Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, and long-serving Chief Financial Officer. Ramon played a key role in designing the Spearman, Dumas, and Perryton bank buildings and was instrumental in the recent merger that formed Panhandle First Bank.   

Beyond his career, Ramon has dedicated countless hours of service in Spearman and the surrounding communities. He has served in leadership roles with Lions Club, Methodist Men, and the O’Loughlin Center Board of Directors, Planning and Zoning, and Cornerstone Methodist Church. He is known for stepping up wherever there is a need, from building accessibility ramps to helping trim trees, installing wireless internet at the O’Loughlin Center, and contributing to the creation of the chapel at the local hospital.  

Ramon credits his upbringing in Goodwell for his strong work ethic and commitment to helping others. From mowing lawns with his father for widows in the community to encouraging his children and grandchildren in their education, service has been a defining part of his life.  

University President Dr. Julie Dinger stated, “Tindle’s lifelong connection to OPSU and his dedication to his community reflect the very best of our alumni. His leadership, generosity, and commitment to service make him an outstanding ambassador for our university.” 

Director of Alumni Relations, Shawn Joy, added, “Tindle represents what it means to live in the Panhandle State spirit. His passion for OPSU and his many contributions to his community make him a deserving inductee into the Alumni Ambassador Hall of Fame.” 

Ramon and his wife have lived in Spearman since 1985 and are proud parents and grandparents, continuing a legacy grounded in his family, service, and Panhandle pride.  

About OPSU 

Oklahoma Panhandle State University is a public university committed to access, academic excellence, and regional service. Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma, OPSU serves students from a wide range of backgrounds, with a strong emphasis on rural and first-generation learners. With career-focused programs in agriculture, business, education, nursing, science, and the liberal arts, OPSU offers a personalized learning experience grounded in small class sizes and close faculty support. The university is guided by the values of grit, collaboration, accountability, and a deep belief in the transformative power of education. These principles shape our commitment to student success and drive our impact on the communities we serve.