Great Things are Happening in OC’s College of Liberal Arts
Find a collection of College of Liberal Arts Communication stories from the Fall of 2024 here.
PR alumnae Katy Gustafson and Kelly Webber and English alumna and Communication minor Katy Fabrie recognized at Gooden Group
Congrats to Our OC Communication alumni at Gooden Group! The public relations agency was recognized by the Journal Record at this year’s Empowering Women Awards for championing women at the firm and in the community. Congrats to PR alumnae Katy Gustafson and Kelly Webber and English alum and Comm minor Katy Fabrie! Learn more here: http://tinyurl.com/GoodenGroupOC
Journalism alum Bobby Ross Jr. recognized for outstanding work at The Christian Chronicle
OC Journalism alumnus Bobby Ross Jr. won the Supple Award for Feature Writing from the Religious News Association for his outstanding work as editor-in-chief of The Christian Chronicle. Amazing work, Bobby Jr.! Learn more here: http://tinyurl.com/BobbyRossJrOC
Mass Communication alumna Christine Meredith’s moving op-ed in the Oklahoman
As a long-time Oklahoman, OC Mass Communication alumna Christine Meredith reflected on resilience in her recent op-ed in the Oklahoman. She parallels the prickly pear cactus and the Survivor Tree Memorial Plaza at OC, dedicated on Sept. 13. This plaza features trees from the Oklahoma City National Memorial and the World Trade Center, symbolizing healing and hope. The plaza is a powerful reminder that, despite life's hardships, we can find healing in shared experiences. Read Meredith’s thoughts at http://tinyurl.com/SurvivorTrees.
The Communication Department’s student-led newspaper, The Talon, was among the media partners of the Oct. 16 SD 47 debate
The Talon, OC’s student-led newspaper, will be among the media partners for the upcoming Senate District 47 debate debate Oct. 16. The debate begins at 5:45 p.m. and took place at the Francis Tuttle Technology Center’s Rockwell campus, and it was streamed live on the News 9 website and Facebook page. Editor-in-Chief of The Talon, Faithanna Olsson, expressed the need for OC students to remain involved in local politics. Learn more about the debate here: http://tinyurl.com/talonstory
Associate Professor of Communication and President of the Public Relations Society of America OKC chapter Josh Watson attended PRSA ICON conference and the Educators Academy Summit Oct. 14
Associate Professor of Communication and President of the Public Relations Society of America OKC chapter Josh Watson attended the PRSA ICON conference and the PRSA Educators Academy Summit on Oct. 14 in Anaheim, California. He connected with fellow educators and PR pros to explore the latest trends and innovations in public relations. Way to go, Dr. Watson!
OC Begin classrooms dedicated to legacy family Jim Begin
On Oct. 31, Jim Begin and his family were honored during the dedication of the Begin classrooms in the Communication Department in Garvey. Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Professor of Communication Brian Simmons talked about the importance of legacy families and how, through these renovated classrooms, the Begin family will bless students for many years to come. President of SGA and junior Communication student Delaney Ward also spoke about how these classrooms have benefitted her. The Comm Department is grateful for these renovated facilities, allowing professors like Dr. Simmons and students like Delaney to enjoy the latest technology in their learning! Thank you to the Begin family and our legacy families and donors for supporting OC!