Press Room - Edmon Low Library
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Video: Dust, Drought And Dreams Gone Dry SymposiumMarch 23, 2026 An oral history project documenting women’s experiences during the 1930s Dust Bowl marks 25 years, highlighting its lasting impact on archives, teaching, and research. |
Video: Segregation and Desegregation In the Oklahoma Public Schools with Dr. Harold Aldridge, Jr.March 10, 2026 Dr. Harold Aldridge discusses his book on segregation and desegregation in Oklahoma schools, joined by Dr. Virginia Schoats, who shares her firsthand experiences. |
The Future of Oklahoma and Indian CountryApril 2, 2024 Robert J. Miller discusses the implications of McGirt v. Oklahoma and its impact on Oklahoma and Indian Country. |
Angie Debo, Kate Barnard, and "A Life on Fire"March 15, 2023 Connie Cronley discusses her book A Life on Fire: Oklahoma’s Kate Barnard, exploring the legacy of a pioneering reformer and her influence on Oklahoma history. |
Dialects of English in OklahomaSeptember 26, 2022 A panel of OSU researchers explores Oklahoma’s English dialects, highlighting how language reflects the state’s unique cultural and geographic influences. |
Video: "This Land is Herland" Virtual Book TalkSeptember 21, 2021 A virtual book talk explores This Land is Herland, highlighting the role of women’s activism in shaping Oklahoma communities from the 1870s to today. |
Warrior WomenApril 8, 2021 A panel discussion of Warrior Women features Madonna Thunder Hawk, Beth Castle, and Dawna Riding In Hare, exploring Indigenous activism and history. |
Oklahoma Writers Hall of Fame 2019, featuring inductee Teresa MillerNovember 1, 2019 The Oklahoma Writers Hall of Fame honors Teresa Miller, featuring a conversation with Rilla Askew and an introduction by P. C. Cast. |
"Talking Black in America": film screening and discussion with Prof. Walt WolframNovember 1, 2018 Walt Wolfram screens and discusses his documentary on African American Vernacular English, followed by a conversation on language diversity. |
Mid-Century Modern Architecture in Oklahoma: The OSU InfluenceOctober 22, 2018 Lynne Rostochil presents on OSU’s influence on mid-century modern architecture as part of the exhibit’s opening reception. |
Oklahoma's Most Endangered Historic Places 2018October 5, 2018 This exhibit highlights historic sites across the state at risk, raising awareness of preservation efforts led by Preservation Oklahoma, Inc.. |
Centering Modernism: J. Jay McVicker and Postwar American ArtSeptember 4, 2018 This exhibition reexamines the work of Jesse Jay McVicker, highlighting his contributions to modernism and restoring his place in twentieth-century art history. |
Killers of the Flower Moon: One Book, One CommunityApril 2, 2018 A community-wide series explores the history and cultural impact of Killers of the Flower Moon, culminating in a lecture by David Grann on the Osage murders and their legacy. |
Justice for Jeantel (and Trayvon): Fighting Dialect Prejudice in Courtrooms and BeyondJanuary 24, 2018 John R. Rickford delivers a lecture on dialect prejudice, exploring language, race, and fairness in society as part of African American History Month. |
Author's Talk and Book Signing with Rilla AskewNovember 1, 2017 Rilla Askew discusses Most American: Notes from a Wounded Place as part of a Statehood Day program reflecting on Oklahoma’s history and identity. |
Oklahoma Ovation Examines Langston ImpactNovember 2, 2011 Dr. Darnell Williams discusses the impact of Langston University and the town of Langston on African American education. |
Center for Oklahoma Studies Spring SymposiumJanuary 15, 2010 A symposium and film screening explore the life and legacy of Geronimo, bringing together scholars and authors to examine the history behind the legend. |
Oklahoma Ovation Celebrates StatehoodSeptember 29, 2009 Jim Barnes shares poetry and reflections on Oklahoma’s history and culture in a Statehood Day event at the Edmon Low Library. |
Rilla Askew Discusses OklahomaNovember 4, 2008 Author presents “Oklahoma: Penumbra and Paradox,” exploring the state’s history and identity as part of a Statehood Day lecture. |