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The University of Oklahoma is expected to name a new president in the morning. According to OU Daily, former ConocoPhillips executive James Gallogly is at the top of the list under consideration.

The 65 year-old Gallogly is a former ConocoPhillips executive vice president and former CEO at chemical and refining company LyondellBasell Industries. OU Daily reports several sources from within OU’s faculty and administration say Gallogly will get the job.

OU President David Boren will retire June 30th contingent on the selection of a successor. The Board of Regents completed interviews with seven candidates earlier this month.

OU’s Board of Regents will officially appoint the next president at a 7:30 meeting, then introduce its choice to the public beginning at 10 o'clock.