Film workshops headed by Hollywood professionals

By Daniel Martin, News Writing Student

Once again OCCC will be the site of the summer film workshops. Registration for the Oklahoma Film Institute will last until July 2.

There is no prerequisite, said OFI Production Manager Greg Mellott, also a Film and Video Production professor. He said anyone with an interest in various aspects of film would be interested in the workshops.

“This is the best chance for students from all ages and backgrounds to gain authentic Hollywood experience in today’s busy entertainment industry,” Mellott said. “The main principal of this program is that it is not limited to film students or intended for any specific person.”

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Lieutenant governor glad to be a native

Photo by Amber McBride
Lt. Gov. Jari Askins stopped by OCCC March 27 to give a speech on her experiences in Oklahoma. Pictured with her is Jon Horinek, OCCC’s Service Learning and Student Life Programs coordinator.

By Cynthia Praefke, Staff Writer

Lt. Gov. Jari Askins said she is proud to be an Oklahoman in a speech on campus March 26.

“Oklahoma is a proud state with a rich heritage. We are a dynamic, culturally diverse state full of hard-working, friendly people,” she said.

About 150 students and staff listened as Askins spoke about the government and people of Oklahoma.

Askins said she felt fortunate to have been in her office during the state Centennial celebration.

“I was invited to many community events, and people were surprised that I accepted all of the invitations,” she said.

“It was an opportunity for me to get to many communities throughout the state and witness the ground-swell of pride as Oklahomans celebrated Oklahoma.”

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