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Gillespie appointed to Oklahoma Early Childhood Task Force
The two-year initiative will examine how Oklahoma can better coordinate 19 early childhood programs spread across six state agencies.
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Wes Crawford found the hard-working way in
After 82 job applications and a rain-soaked trip to an interview, Crawford earned an opportunity at AAON and turned it into a leadership role.
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Kent Lashley selected to lead Oklahoma’s regional university system
The longtime higher education administrator will oversee a system of six universities serving more than 40,000 students.
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Free summit will connect Oklahoma employers with workforce training partners
The Employer Microcredential Summit will focus on skills-based hiring, customized training, employee development, and stronger talent pipelines.
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OLI institute prepares educators to lead literacy improvement in Oklahoma schools
Five days of intensive training gave Oklahoma educators new tools to strengthen reading instruction, coach their colleagues, and lead literacy improvement in their schools.
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Lowe’s Foundation surpasses $60 million in skilled-trades training investments
New grants will support 10 community and technical colleges, including an expanded hands-on construction program at WSU Tech in Wichita.
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Oklahoma launches strategy to compete for space industry growth
The plan centers on testing, manufacturing, research, and maintenance rather than competing directly with coastal launch hubs.
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Survey: Oklahoma voters strongly back early literacy reforms
A new survey found broad support for the Strong Readers Act, including parent notification, early intervention and third-grade reading accountability.
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U.S. Chamber launches free AI training for small businesses
Small Business B(AI)sics offers self-paced courses, workshops and practical resources to help entrepreneurs use AI in daily operations.
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Senate confirms Hilliary to OU Board of Regents
Dustin Hilliary was confirmed Tuesday after lawmakers previously used his nomination hearing to discuss higher education, research and Oklahoma’s tech-transfer strategy.