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Le Norman: OERB serves new chairman proud
David D. Le Norman
I am honored to be elected to serve as the new chairman of the Oklahoma Energy Resources Board. As a longtime Oklahoman, I’m proud of our state’s leadership in developing this nation-leading program.
My roots in this industry go back multiple generations. My father’s and grandfather’s oil and gas careers also each spanned over four decades. Many of my colleagues share similar stories. The industry is the heart of our state – employing thousands of people, improving our quality of life, supporting countless charitable organizations, and contributing more than $2 billion to education over the past decade.
Danny Morgan named to SSC Rural Business Center position
The Shawnee News-Star
The Seminole State College Educational Foundation has announced the hiring of former state representative Danny Morgan to direct the SSC Rural Business and Resources Center (RBRC). The Center, established in 2004, is funded through the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to provide economic development assistance in the College’s five-county service area. Morgan will begin his work with the SSC Educational Foundation on March 20.
The RBRC has been led for the past 15 years by Larry Smith. Smith stepped down from the position in January, but he is remaining with the SSC Educational Foundation on a part-time basis to oversee special projects.
Mindy Stitt: Despite historic challenges, OERB makes positive impact By: Mindy Stitt Guest Columnist December 31, 2020
Mindy Stitt
2020 was a year full of challenges for all of us, but thanks to the support of the people of Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas, the OERB was able to continue to make an impact across our state. From virtual learning resources to cleaning up abandoned well sites, we sought out innovative solutions to a difficult year.
Tasked with staying relevant and valuable during this uncertain school year, the OERB found new ways to help educators and students through virtual resources. We created a series of 17 online classroom lessons taught by certified Oklahoma teachers. They provide supplemental learning opportunities across a variety of subjects. We also created two new virtual workshops to give teachers the tools they need to keep students engaged both virtually and in-person. Nearly 500 teachers were able to attend these professional development op