UCOLA 2012 Breakout Sessions

Beth Adele

Beth has been the Director of Career Services at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) for over three years. Originally from Oologah, Oklahoma, Ms. Adele received both her Bachelor of Music and Master of Business Administration degrees from UCO.  Prior to joining the UCO Student Affairs' staff, she was a professional actress, singer, and performer, a teacher of vocal music and acting, a lead group sales associate, a marketing and human resources director in the mortgage industry, and an Instructor of Marketing for UCO's College of Business Administration.

Ms. Adele still graces the stage and the UCO classroom in addition to working in Career Services.  She also serves on UCO's Student Affairs assessment committee, faculty senate, and the UCO Veteran Support Alliance, which she founded.  Ms. Adele is a member of NACE, SoACE, AAEE, the Edmond Chamber of Commerce, Edmond Young Professionals, and Leadership UCO.  She is thrilled to be working with the bright and talented students of Oklahoma! Beth's favorite soda is an ice cold Fresca.

Jarrett Jobe

Jarrett currently works at UCO as the Executive Director of Student Leadership Programs. He graduated from Westmoore High School, earned his Bachelor Degree in Forensic Science at UCO and his currently completing his doctoral degree in Political Science from the University of Oklahoma.

He was recently named one of Edmond's top 30 under 35 young leaders and interned at the FBI academy. His hobbies include music, sports and the outdoors.  Jarrett enjoys Dr. Pepper. 

Casey Moore

Casey Moore is currently the Development Manager at UCO Wellness Center.  In this role, he is responsible for raising money for all of the programs at the Wellness Center.  Previously, Casey spent seven years working in college athletics at three different universities.

A graduate of UCO and Wichita State University, Casey grew up in Blackwell and now calls Edmond his permanent home.  In his free time, he enjoys laughing with his family, sports, and getting involved in projects that serve others.  Casey is married (Jessica) and has two young children (Briley & Briggs). Casey's favorite soda is Kitty Piddle from POPS (orange/pineapple).

Charles J. Sager

Charles J. Sager originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma moved to Edmond in 2002 to attend the University of Central Oklahoma. Upon graduation in 2006 the University of Central Oklahoma hired their former student on full time in the  UCO Career Services Department as the Employer Relations Coordinator.  While in the position of ERC Charles has helps to place students and build relations in the Edmond and Greater OKC area while pursuing his MBA and working part time at the Edmond Wine Shop.

In recent years Charles has served as a trainer for a national men's organization and become heavily involved in the Edmond Chamber of Commerce as well as a dedicated member for the Edmond Young Professionals. Over the summer of 2010 Charles graduated with his Master's from Oklahoma Christian University and was voted the most outgoing from his Leadership Edmond Program. Charles enjoys running, being involved and cooking. My passions in life include meeting new people and making people smile. He loves Sprite Zero.

Marni Fahrenbruck

Marni has an extremely cool job; she works for the University of Central Oklahoma!  She plans the recruitment events & campus tours for high school students.  She loves showing off UCO to visitors!  One of her biggest accomplishments is graduating from Southern Nazarene University & meeting Rumble at a Thunder game.  Marni's favorite show is Glee, her favorite pop is Blue Cream Soda & she eats candy any chance she gets.

Kay Robinson

Kay is the Director of Campus Activities and Events and absolutely loves her job!  She gets to be a grown up student for her whole life.  She has been working with college students for over 10 years at four different universities. 

In her spare time, Kay enjoys going to major league baseball stadiums (16 down, 14 to go!), shopping, watching college football, spoiling her nieces and more shopping. Her favorite soda of all time is strawberry limeade from Sonic.

Bob Ault

Born in Claremore, Mr. Ault is a native Oklahoman. He graduated from Oologah-Talala High School and received his B.S. degree in business from Oklahoma State University. Bob received his M.B.A. from the University of Central Oklahoma and is currently pursuing his Doctorate of Higher Education Administration at Oklahoma State University.

He currently works for UCO as the Special Assistant to the Executive Vice president. Bob's work has been featured in American Executive Magazine, the Forum on Public Policy, and Climate Change and Sustainable Development. Recently, Mr. Ault was designated as a Top 20 under 40 by The Business Times. Bob sits on the board of directors for the Edmond Sister City Association, Edmond Young Professionals, and is a graduate of Leadership Edmond. Bob loves Dr. Pepper.

Nathan Woolard

Nathan is arguably the 14^th or 15^th coolest person to every come from Oologah, Oklahoma. A 2007 graduate of UCO, Nathan was a member of the Leaders of Tomorrow Council while also serving as Student Body President and a two-time UCO Class Student Leader of the Year. Nathan has a Masters degree in Public Policy and is currently working on his Doctorate in Education.

Nathan serves the institution professionally in the Division of Enrollment Management as a Field Admissions Counselor and as an Adjunct Professor for Political Science. One thing is for certain, Nathan is much cooler than the presenter he is paired with; yes, that one with the dumb looking glasses that most of you are likely bigger than. His favorite movie is Good Will Hunting and his favorite band is the Counting Crows. He wants all of you know that Jarret Jobe & Bob Ault are Justin Beiber fans. Also, Nathan loves and really enjoys Pink Shasta soda.

Adrienne Nobles

Adrienne has more than 10 years of experience in public relations, marketing and communications, and is proud to use that experience for the University of Central Oklahoma. Adrienne serves as the Director of Communications and Marketing at UCO. At Central, she manages and writes releases for the UCO News Bureau, serves as a media liaison and spokesperson, directs the creative development and implementation of advertising, marketing and branding initiatives, and is the host and a coach for UCO's Lessons in Leadership class. Her past experience includes work in public relations and marketing for the UCO Foundation, UCO's College of Arts, Media & Design, and TAParchitecture.   A graduate of Western Kentucky University's School of Journalism and Broadcasting, Adrienne also worked for several years in radio and television broadcasting as an anchor, reporter and producer in various markets in Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee.  

Adrienne is also an active community volunteer, serving in various capacities for the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Lyric Theatre, the Arts Council of Oklahoma City, the deadCenter Film Festival, the OKC Boathouse Foundation and St. Luke's United Methodist Church. She is an alumnae advisor for her sorority, Alpha Gamma Delta, and a member of the Junior League of Oklahoma City.  Her favorite cola is a diet cherry coke from Sonic!

MeShawn Conley

MeShawn is a proud graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma. She has a bachelor degree in Mass Communication and Master Degree in Adult Education.

MeShawn currently works in the office of Multicultural Student Services where she enjoys working with students to ensure that they have a memorable and successful college experiences and that they are prepared to work in a multicultural world.

MeShawn enjoys shopping, reading, watching movies and playing with her two dogs, Valentine and Cupid. Her favorite soda is Black Cherry from POPS.

Keelee Bright

Keelee is a 2006 and 2009 graduate of The University of Central Oklahoma where she earned a degree in Communication and Adult Education. She is currently employed at UCO as the Coordinator of Campus Activities and Events.

Keelee also teaches a Freshman Orientation course called Success Central. She loves to spend her free time singing, volunteering and hanging out with friends and family. Her absolute favorite soda is an ice cold Diet Dr. Pepper.

Melissa Hayt

Melissa is a proud graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma where she graduated with a degrees in Corporate Communication and Adult Education. She is currently a student at Oklahoma State pursuing a PhD in Higher Education. She works as the Coordinator for Student Leadership Development in Leadership Central at UCO. When she's not at work or in school, she enjoys catching up on her favorite TV shows The Big Bang Theory, Modern Family, and Swamp People. She has a black lab named Marley who enjoys watching her favorite TV shows with her. She loves America, The Beatles, Harry Potter, Broadway Musicals, and Coke Zero (from Sonic with cherry and vanilla).

Hunter Scott

Hunter is a Senior Broadcasting student at the University of Central Oklahoma. He is from Minco, OK. He is a very active student leader on campus. He is involved in Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity, President's Leadership Council, Order of Omega Honor Society, Oklahoma Broadcasting Education Association, and was just named the 2010 Homecoming King!

When Hunter is not running around with his organizations, he enjoys, hanging out with friends, watching youtube videos, facebook creeping, anchoring News Central, and traveling. He especially likes doing all of these things while enjoying Dr. Pepper.

Michael "Mikey" Shellabarger

"Mikey" is a UCO senior majoring in Broadcasting - Mass Communications. During his time at UCO, Shellabarger has volunteered a majority of his years at Central participating in over 15 different student organizations, including the Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Council and Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He as also assisted in the planning of highlighted UCO events, such as UCO WinterGlow (Student Chair) and Freshman Follies (Executive Director).

In spring of 2010, Shellabarger was named UCO's Central Man of the Year and was awarded the Senior Central Standout Award for his contributions to the university . Now acting as a Student Ambassador for UCO, he spends much of his time giving campus tours and speaking to prospective students about college life.  Upon graduation in December 2010, Shellabarger plans to pursue a master's program in education at Central's Jackson College of Graduate Studies. His favorite soda ever is Diet Coke!

Lauren Faram

Lauren is one of 85 women in the country to ever hold the title of Miss America. She was crowned Miss America 2007 at the age of 20. Lauren launched a nationwide platform of internet safety, Be NetSmart - Protecting Kids Online.  Lauren was honored with the prestigious TOYA Award by the United States Junior Chamber Organization in 2008 as one of the "Ten Outstanding Young Americans". She lends her name to numerous organizations but has a personal passion for Children's Miracle Network. 

Lauren is currently completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Central Oklahoma where she is majoring in Public Relations.   Lauren is the co-host of the First at Four show on News9 and she works as an ambassador for UCO, employed by the office of University President, Dr. Roger Webb. Lauren speaks for various women's events, youth retreats and charitable organizations. She teaches Sunday school at her local church each week to 7th grade girls. She and her husband, Randy, lead worship on Wednesday nights for the youth and on Sunday evenings for the Contemporary worship service. Her favorite soda to drink is ice cold Diet Coke.

Zach Layn

Zach graduated from kingfisher high school in 2006. He is currently pursuing my undergraduate degree from the University of Central Oklahoma in History Education. He was an active member of the Leaders of Tomorrow council here at UCO, serving as president during his final year on council. His favorite Color is yellow, and he loves breakfast for dinner. His favorite soda is a classic Coca Cola.