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NEW Leadership® Oklahoma

NEW Leadership® Oklahoma at ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAV

NEW Leadership® Oklahoma is a non-partisan, residential program designed for college students from across the state. Since its inception in 2002, the program has been hosted at The University of Oklahoma. Now, ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAV is honored to champion this important initiative, which aims to empower and promote women in public service. You can find application details, support opportunities, and program information on our 

NEW Leadership® Oklahoma’s mission is to educate and empower the next generation of leaders. Its goal is to emphasize the importance of civic engagement and to instill the skills and confidence in college students to become public leaders so that they may address women's underrepresentation in the state of Oklahoma. 

The next program will be held May 15-19, 2026, at ÃÛÌÒÓ°ÏñAV. During the program, students will engage with public leaders in Oklahoma, learn and practice leadership skills, and experience Oklahoma politics and public affairs through thoughtful discussions and activities. Upon completion of the program, participants become part of the  of distinguished alumni. 

NEW Leadership® Oklahoma is now accepting applications for the May 2026 program. All undergraduate or graduate students from Oklahoma or attending an Oklahoma college or university are eligible to apply, regardless of sex, gender, or identity.  

Applications are due Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.

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