TALK OF GREENWOOD
Dr. Jerry Goodwin
The Langston University Public Relations Department received 18 awards at the annual Oklahoma Collegiate Public Relations Association awards program. Photo, Adobe Images
Langston University and its Public Relations Department received more recognition than any other institution in the state at the annual Oklahoma Collegiate Public Relations Association awards ceremony.
The university won 18 awards, more than any other state college or university, and for LU, it was the most awards garnered by the university in a single year at the annual competition.
“Our Public Relations team is so proud to promote our institution and share the people, stories, and brand that define us,” said Heleen Sheets, director of the Public Relations Department.
The university was recognized for its “We Roar” campaign, which was launched in October 2023. The entries included commercials, podcasts, video series, and traditional and digital advertising.
Awards were received in the following categories: graphic design, photography, videography, social media, writing and web design categories. The team won five Grand (1st place) awards, five Excellence (2nd place) awards, five Achievement (3rd place) awards, and three Honorable Mentions.
“We are excited to represent Dear Langston at the OCPRA conference and to have our work recognized among our peers. As Oklahoma’s only HBCU, Langston University delivers a high caliber education and an incredible student life experience,” said Sheets.
Langston’s PR department was one of 31 departments/divisions at 24 institutions to enter the contest. OCPRA received 662 submissions across 37 categories. This year was the most entries in the yearly competition to date.
The Oklahoma Collegiate Public Relations Association program was held at the Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center in Tulsa on July 15.
Langston University
Langston University is Oklahoma’s only HBCU (Historically Black College and University). The university has six academic schools offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The university provides students with a world-class education that includes hands-on learning through impactful research and beneficial internships. LU has campuses in Langston, Oklahoma City, and Tulsa as well as a site in Ardmore.
