Dr. Valter Longo, PhD, Jones Professor of Gerontology at the University of Southern California, acclaimed researcher on nutrition and longevity and creator of the fasting mimicking diet, presented the keynote address at the College’s 50^th Anniversary kick-off celebration on November 11 in the College of Allied Health Building.  His presentation, “Nutrition, Genes, and Lifespan”, was viewed by the largest assembly in the history of the College, estimated at over 500 faculty, staff, students, and guests across the OKC and Tulsa campuses.  Both Provost Sanders and President Schumann (OU-Tulsa) were in attendance and welcomed the audience.