Tuesday - October 14, 2025
Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Oklahoma Newsletter for Thursday October 02, 2025 ( 13 items )  

Accomplished blade smith Daniel Worcester returns to SEASAM for 20th anniversary
ADA, Oklahoma, Sept. 30 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: * * * Accomplished blade smith Daniel Worcester returns to SEASAM for 20th anniversary * This year marks 20 years of art at the Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM), hosted during the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival, and Daniel Worcester hasn't missed a single one. He has been exhibiting art during the Chickasaw Annual Meeting and Festival since before   more

Big 12 Football on TNT this Saturday - Oklahoma State Cowboys to Visit Arizona Wildcats at 3 p.m. ET
NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * Big 12 Football on TNT this Saturday - Oklahoma State Cowboys to Visit Arizona Wildcats at 3 p.m. ET * TNT Sports will continue its season-long coverage of Big 12 football with the Oklahoma State Cowboys visiting the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 3 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV and HBO Max presented by Modelo. Expanded pregame coverage presented by  more

Cameron University Professional Sales Center Launched as Resource for Students and Industry
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Sept. 30 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * Cameron University Professional Sales Center launched as new resource for students and industry Cameron University has announced the creation of a professional sales center that will prepare students for successful careers in professional selling. Students completing the program will help consumers and businesses define their needs, understand and evaluate buying options, facilitate effective purchase de  more

Cameron University: Askins Surprised by Establishment of Endowed Scholarship in Her Name
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Oct. 2 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * Askins surprised by establishment of endowed scholarship in her name As Jari Askins concluded her service to Cameron University (first as interim president and more recently as Special Assistant to President Shane Hunt) during a farewell reception, she was prepared for expressions of gratitude and the recounting of her professional accomplishments. Although the Duncan native took centerstage during Tuesday  more

Cassandra Poole Receives Young Alumni Award
CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, Oct. 1 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma posted the following news: * * * Cassandra Poole Receives Young Alumni Award * Contact: Hannah Thompson | 405-574-1362 Cassandra 'Cassie' Poole has been named the recipient of the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma's Alumni Association's Young Alumni Award. Poole, a 2019 graduate, will be honored for her professional achievements and service to the community. The award is extended to graduates who have   more

College of Education and Human Sciences honors Hall of Fame inductees, Outstanding Alumni
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 1 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news: * * * College of Education and Human Sciences honors Hall of Fame inductees, Outstanding Alumni * Media Contact: Kirsi McDowell | Communications Coordinator | 405-744-8420 | kirsi@okstate.edu The Oklahoma State University College of Education and Human Sciences recognizes exemplary alumni with two awards each year -- Hall of Fame and Outstanding Alumni -- presented at the Hall of Fame Banquet. For 2025,   more

ICYMI: Lankford Calls Out Democrats for Forcing a Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. James Lankford, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Lankford Calls Out Democrats for Forcing a Government Shutdown * WASHINGTON, DC -- US Senator James Lankford (R-OK), Senate Republican Conference Vice Chair, called out Democrats for shutting down the government, arguing they chose political games over keeping it open for hardworking Americans. "Democrats own this government shutdown. Democrats even voted against simply keeping the govern  more

Mullin Votes to Keep Government Open, Senate Democrats Embrace a Schumer Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: * * * Mullin Votes to Keep Government Open, Senate Democrats Embrace a Schumer Shutdown * Washington, D.C. - At 12:01am today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats shut down the federal government after refusing to support a clean 7-week funding bill to keep the lights on until November 21 st, 2025. The clean, responsible continuing resolution (CR) ea  more

OSU Extension equips Oklahomans with skills for safety, wellness and lifelong learning
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 1 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news: * * * OSU Extension equips Oklahomans with skills for safety, wellness and lifelong learning * Media Contact: Jami Mattox | Digital Communications Manager | 405-744-1884 | jami.mattox@okstate.edu During the second quarter of 2025, Oklahoma State University Extension continued its mission of equipping Oklahomans with practical knowledge, life skills and leadership opportunities. Through youth leadership p  more

Poll Power Surge: Cumberlands, Providence & OKWU Make History
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Oct. 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics posted the following news release: * * * Poll Power Surge: Cumberlands, Providence & OKWU Make History * KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Only four teams remain at the same rank as the previous poll, with Eastern Oregon leading the charge in this week's edition of the NAIA Women's Volleyball Coaches' Top 25 Poll. Cumberlands (Ky.), Providence (Mont.) and Oklahoma Wesleyan are ranked higher than ever  more

Release: Democrats Shut the Government Down
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Stephanie Bice, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release: * * * Release: Democrats Shut the Government Down * Washington, D.C.- At 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, October 1 st, the United States government has officially shut down. Two weeks ago, House Republicans passed a clean short-term continuing resolution to keep the government open and allow the House and Senate to finish the appropriations process. The House Appropriations Committee has passed all twelve appropr  more

Scholarship information students need to know for 2026-27
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 1 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news: * * * Scholarship information students need to know for 2026-27 * Media Contact: Jordan Bishop | Editor, Department of Brand Management | 405-744-7193 | jordan.bishop@okstate.edu Deadlines for scholarships are approaching soon for recurring Oklahoma State University students seeking financial support. For scholarship deadlines specific to your college, see below: College of Arts and Sciences * Dead  more

USAO Presents the 25th Season of the Davis-Waldorf Performing Arts Series
CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, Oct. 1 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma posted the following news: * * * USAO Presents the 25th Season of the Davis-Waldorf Performing Arts Series * Contact: Hannah Thompson | (405) 574-1362 The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma is excited to announce the 25 th season of the Davis-Waldorf Performing Arts Series. The Davis-Waldorf Performing Arts Series is a collection of events that aims to provide accessible entertainment for college students  more