OU Organizational and Community Leadership Ph.D Program

There’s still time to participate in an important research study emerging from the OU–Tulsa Organizational & Community Leadership Ph.D. program. The study is open to current and former nonprofit employees and examines factors influencing retention in the nonprofit sector. Your experience can help inform research that supports stronger, more sustainable nonprofit organizations.

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This study is expanding!

We’re proud to share research emerging from the OU–Tulsa Organizational & Community Leadership Ph.D. program. This project examines retention in the nonprofit sector and is now open to both current and former nonprofit employees. Your insights can help strengthen the future of nonprofit work. Please consider adding your voice to this important study.

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Congratulations, 2024-25 OCL doctoral program graduates!

Karen Tilkin
Liz Kollaja
Rocky Bright
Brent Sadler

Not pictured:
Amy Hendrix
Felipe Oyarzo

Congratulations, Dr. Amy Hendrix-Dicken, on a Successful doctoral dissertation defense - March 24, 2025.

Amy Hendrix-Dicken (2025). Protecting the sacred: An analysis of Indigenous experiences in the Oklahoma child welfare system.

Congratulations, Dr. Brent Sadler, on a successful doctoral dissertation defense - February 28, 2025

Brent Sadler (2025). Hope and general self-efficacy: Comparing two similar constructs and measurement scales.

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Congratulations, Dr. Karen Tilkin, on a successful dissertation defense!

Dissertation defense meetings are open for anyone to attend.

Karen Tilkin (2025). Validating a new measure of inclusive leadership in a U.S. context.

Defense Meeting will be held Monday, February 24, at 2:00 p.m., Building 3, room 3104.

Brent Sadler (2025). Hope and general self-efficacy: Comparing two similar constructs and measurement scales.

Defense Meeting will be Friday, February 28, at 10:00 a.m. in the Schusterman Learning Center, room 135

The Most Important Skill You’ll Ever Learn… Or Teach!

February 25, 2025
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
OU-Tulsa, Learning Center, Rm. 223

Please consider attending this event. If you are not available to attend, please consider sharing the information with someone who might be interested and available.

Register for this event at: https://calendar.ou.edu/tulsa/event/110413-the-most-important-skill-youll-ever-learn-or-teach

The most important skill you'll ever learn... or teach.

Unlock the keys to transformative leadership with “The Most Important Skill You’ll Ever Learn… Or Teach.” Based on Dr. John Maxwell’s acclaimed “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership,” this session focuses on two foundational principles: The Law of the Lid and The Law of Influence. You’ll discover how to elevate your leadership capacity and increase your influence within your team and organization. Additionally, you’ll explore effective communication strategies that help develop a shared understanding, foster stronger relationships, and enhance your ability to influence others. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or an emerging talent, this presentation offers actionable insights and tools to enhance your leadership and communication, ultimately driving greater success in your personal and professional life.

Josh Talbert is a Human Resources Consultant and a Maxwell Leadership Certified Trainer, Coach, and Speaker. He is a certified DISC Consultant, helping people better understand themselves and others to improve the quality of their personal and professional relationships. The Founder and President of Legacy Leadership Consulting, Josh leverages his extensive experience to provide leadership, communication, and personal and professional development training, coaching, and consulting services to organizations and individuals. Prior to this, he served as the Director of Human Resources at a Tulsa-local nonprofit organization, leading a team and advising on HR matters. Josh served in the US Air Force and Air Force Reserve where he designed and implemented a leadership development program for junior- and mid-level enlisted members to hone leadership skills. He earned an MBA from the University of Texas at Arlington and a BBA in Human Resources Management from Texas Woman’s University. Josh’s research interests are focused on formal leadership development programs and their effect on employee retention, interpersonal dynamics, and employee professional development.

The Most Important Skill You’ll Ever Learn… Or Teach! Unlock the keys to transformative leadership with “The Most Important Skill You’ll Ever Learn… Or Teach.” Based on Dr. John Maxwell’s acc...

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