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The Association for Women in Communications is the prevailing communications organization for those working and serving in diverse, but related, communications professions. The Tulsa professional chapter has a longstanding and strong presence in the community. The chapter is 120+ members strong, representing a variety of communications disciplines in Tulsa and surrounding areas.

11/13/2026

A few highlights from this morning's professional development workshop - Frontlines and Headlines: Local and Global Newsgathering.

Katie den Daas, Senior Vice President of Global Newsgathering for ABC News, and Jeromee Scot, CEO of Scot Media Tulsa and Assistant News Director at KOTV Channel 6, shared their perspectives on the role of AI in the media landscape, how they're reaching new audiences and where the industry is headed next.

We had a great turnout of communications professionals and students from across Tulsa, including a group from Oral Roberts University. Thanks to all who came and to our sponsor, Cherokee Film, for helping us put on such an informative event.

Don't miss out on our next event, The Future of Local Journalism: Inside the Tulsa Flyer, which will take place on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. The deadline to register is today. Go to awctulsa.org to sign up!

11/12/2026

What goes on in the newsroom at The Tulsa Flyer? 🔎

Our upcoming discussion – The Future of Journalism: Inside the Tulsa Flyer – is your chance to learn.

Ginnie Graham, Senior Reporter, and Ziva Branstetter, CEO of the Flyer, will lead a thought-provoking conversation about how their teams are delivering trusted, community-centered reporting in an evolving media landscape.

For 32 years, Ginnie Graham has lived in Tulsa as a working writer and editor in daily journalism, magazine writing and nonfiction books. She is currently a journalist with the nonprofit media organization The Tulsa Flyer.

In her three decades at the Tulsa World, she became the first woman to lead the editorial department and Opinion section after serving as a reporter, editor and columnist. She has also written pieces for other media including Oklahoma Watch, the Sooner Magazine for the University of Oklahoma and history books for the Tulsa County Medical Society and Ascension St. John Medical Center.

Don't miss out on the conversation! The deadline to register is Nov. 13.

EVENT DETAILS

🗓Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
📍Baxter's Interurban Grill (717 S Houston Ave.)
🔗Link to register is below.

See you there! 👋

11/03/2026

Don't miss out on our upcoming workshop with Ziva Branstetter from the Tulsa Flyer! 📣

During this luncheon, Branstetter and members of the Flyer's newsroom team will share how they're navigating an evolving media landscape while strengthening local journalism and ensuring Tulsans have access to trusted, community-centered reporting.

When: Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Baxter's Interurban Grill (717 S Houston Ave.)

The deadline to register is Nov. 13 (link in comments).

See you there! 👋

10/16/2026

Wado (thank you) to Cherokee Film for being our presenting sponsor for our fall 2026 professional development workshop on Nov. 13!

Cherokee Film seeks to reclaim Cherokee and Native narratives by increasing representation across film and media. It also aims to drive economic activity in the Cherokee Nation.

Don't miss the Nov. 13 AWC Tulsa workshop "Frontlines & Headlines" with ABC News' Katie den Daas and KOTV - News On 6's Jeromee Scot.

Date: Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Time: Event starts at 9 a.m. | Program will conclude at 12 p.m.
Location: Expo Square Armory | 4145 East 21st St., Tulsa
Pricing: Members: $60 | Non-members: $70

Register here: https://www.awctulsa.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=356310&item_id=3073574

10/01/2026

Learn from local and global newsroom leaders at the AWC Tulsa's Fall Professional Development Workshop.

At Frontlines and Headlines: Local and Global Newsgathering Presented by Cherokee Film, attendees will learn the ins-and-outs of how communicators can work with newsrooms from the inside out and how AI is changing the landscape of communications and news.

Speakers include Katie den Daas, SVP of Global Newsgathering for ABC News, and Jeromee Scot, CEO of Scot Media Tulsa and assistant news director at KOTV - News On 6

Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Expo Square Armory | 4145 East 21st St, Tulsa
Networking: 9 a.m. | Program Ends at 12 p.m. Breakfast included
Members: $60 | Non-members: $70
Register by EOD Friday, Nov. 6. Link to register in comments.

This year’s Fall Professional Development Workshop is generously sponsored by Cherokee Film. Questions? Email [email protected]

09/29/2026

Join AWC Tulsa for a look at how one of the NBA’s most dynamic organizations builds its brand and keeps fans coming back. From crafting sponsorships that deliver value to engaging fans on and off the court, this session offers a playbook from the Oklahoma City Thunder you can use in your own work.

📅 Thursday, Oct. 15
📍 Baxter’s Interurban Grill | 717 S. Houston, Tulsa
🤝 Networking: 11:30 a.m. | Program: 12–1 p.m.
💲 Members: $30 | Non-members: $40
🗓️ Register by EOD Friday, Oct. 9. Register here: https://bit.ly/47sepwY

This year’s luncheon series is generously sponsored by AARP Oklahoma. Questions? Email [email protected].

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09/28/2026

Nominations are now open for AWC Tulsa's 2027 Newsmakers Awards! Help us recognize Oklahoma’s newsworthy women by completing the online nomination form today.

About the awards: Newsmakers Awards are given out to women who have proven themselves to be effective communicators in their professions and have made significant accomplishments and contributions to the advancement of women.

The Saidie Adwon Lifetime Achievement Award goes to a woman who has made significant contributions to Oklahoma during her career in the communications field.

Honorees will be recognized at the 2027 Newsmakers Luncheon on Wednesday, April 28, 2027, at Southern Hills Country Club.

Nominate a newsworthy woman today! Nominations close Friday, October 16, 2026.

What information do we need in your Newsmaker nomination?

Newsmaker Nominee Name

Title and Organization

Nominee Contact Information

In what way has she been in the news for her career recently?

Send your nomination to: [email protected]

09/03/2026

What a night! ✨

AWC Tulsa held its annual Open House on Tuesday and what an experience it was! It was full of enthusiasm, camaraderie and new connections. We are so excited for the 2026-2027 programming year!

Through the end of September, new members can get $25 off dues using the code 25OFF when checking out. While everyone can attend our monthly luncheons, members get a discount and other perks.

09/03/2026

What a night! ✨

The Association for Women in Communications Tulsa held its annual Open House on Tuesday and what an experience it was! It was full of enthusiasm, camaraderie and new connections. We are so excited for the 2026-2027 programming year!

Through the end of September, new members can get $25 off dues using the code 25OFF when checking out. While everyone can attend our monthly luncheons, members get a discount and other perks.

Questions? Email [email protected]. We hope to see you all soon!

08/26/2026

🚗 Hit the road with AWC Tulsa!

Join us for our first professional development luncheon of the 2026–2027 programming year: Driving Story, Place, and History: A Conversation with Rhys Martin.

Rhys Martin, president of Oklahoma Route 66 and Preserve Route 66 manager for the National Trust for Historic Preservation, will share stories from the road, explore Route 66’s history, and talk about how the National Trust is celebrating the Centennial of the Mother Road in 2026.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 17
📍 Baxter’s Interurban Grill | 717 S. Houston, Tulsa
🤝 Networking: 11:30 a.m. | Program: 12–1 p.m.
💲 Members: $30 | Non-members: $40
🗓️ Register by Sept. 11

This year’s luncheon series is generously sponsored by AARP Oklahoma.

👉 Register today and join us for a conversation celebrating the stories, places and history that make Route 66 iconic!

Questions? Email [email protected].

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