2025 OCPRA FALL WORKSHOP

Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Rose State College | Midwest City, OK

$75 registration fee
includes all sessions and lunch

Registration deadline Monday, Nov. 10.

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Morning Session

Keynote Speaker: Gayle Maxwell, OKC Thunder Director of Corporate Communications

Gayle brings more than three decades of experience in strategic communication, public relations and brand storytelling to her role with one of the most dynamic organizations in professional sports! She’ll share insights into leading communications for a high-profile brand, navigating challenges with authenticity, and building trust through meaningful engagement.

Lunch

  • Natalea Watkins Communicator of the Year Award Presentation

    • Presented annually to an individual whose service and leadership have set a high standard for others and had a positive influence for the recipient’s institution and the state system of higher education.

    • Submit a nomination - 2025 Nomination Deadline Wednesday, Oct. 22

  • Randy Talley Rising Star Award Presentation

    • Recognizes rising communications, marketing and public relations professionals working at Oklahoma higher education institutions who have demonstrated creativity, innovation, advocacy, expertise and integrity in their field of work.

    • Submit a nomination - 2025 Nomination Deadline Wednesday, Oct. 22

Afternoon Session

More information coming soon.