Oklahoma Independent Living Program Events

Am I Connected?: A Statewide Permanent Connections Seminar

Having a permanent connection is a key ingredient for SUCCESS. This seminar will break down the serious topic and provide participants with practical knowledge and hands on information about permanency options. Through activities, film, and lively discussion participants explore permanency options, identify possible connections, and gain clarity on what it takes to maintain lifetime relationships.

University of Sciences & Arts of Oklahoma | Chickasha, OK | Tuesday, May 3, 2011 | UASO/Perm Conn Seminar

OSU – Institute of Technology | Okmulgee, OK | Tuesday, May 10, 2011 | OSU-IT/Perm Conn Seminar

Meridian Technology Center | Stillwater, OK | Tuesday, May 17, 2011 | MTC/Perm Conn Seminar

For questions regarding registration or cancellations, contact the Conference Unit at (918) 660-3700.

Power Through Choices: A Statewide Health Seminar

Power Through Choices is a seminar to empower young people with the knowledge and skills to prevent pregnancy, HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. The seminar will emphasize two main themes: self-empowerment and the impact of choices on an individual's future. The information provided will focus on making healthy choices related to sexual behavior, building contraceptive knowledge and skills, developing effective communication skills and learning how to access available resources.

Meridian Technology Center | Stillwater, OK | Tuesday, April 5, 2011

OSU – Institute of Technology | Okmulgee, OK | Thursday, April 7, 2011

University of Sciences & Arts of Oklahoma | Chickasha, OK | Thursday, April 14, 2011

For more information or assistance with registration, contact Mary King at (918) 660-3743 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

FAFSA Fridays: A Statewide Education Seminar

Do you need help completing the Federal Application for Federal Student AID (FAFSA)? Have you heard that there is additional funding through the Oklahoma Independent Living program, but you need more information about it and how to access this assistance? If you are a Senior or GED student who will begin college or technical school in 2011-2012, then this is your opportunity!

FAFSA Fridays are webinars that will be held every Friday in February from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Webinar participants will:

• Have an opportunity to learn how to apply for federal and state financial aid using the FAFSA.
• Learn more about the Tuition Waiver and the Education Training Voucher (ETV).
• Ask questions.

All you need is a computer with internet access and a phone. If you would like face-to-face assistance, you can participate in the webinar at one of the locations nearest you. Please register one week prior to the webinar.

To register for online only:

Friday, February 11, 2011: FAFSA Fridays: Education Seminar (21111)

Friday, February 18, 2011: FAFSA Fridays: Education Seminar (21811)

Friday, February 25, 2011: FAFSA Fridays: Education Seminar (22511)

To register to participate from a face-to-face location:

Tulsa Community College SE Campus | Tulsa, OK | FAFSA Fridays: Education Seminar (TCC/SE/Tulsa)

Oklahoma State University | Stillwater, OK | FAFSA Fridays: Education Seminar (OSU/Stillwater)

Cameron University | Lawton, OK | FAFSA Fridays: Education Seminar (CU/Lawton)

For more information or assistance with registration, contact Mary King at (918) 660-3743 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Are You Hiring? : A Statewide Employment Seminar

Are You Hiring? is a seminar for youth interested in finding and maintaining stable employment. Participants will learn basic employment skills needed for the workplace such as proper introductions, dressing for success, creating a resume and interviewing. The seminar also includes valuable information regarding Career Technology programs throughout the state.

University of Sciences & Arts of Oklahoma | Chickasha, OK | Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Pioneer Technology Center | Ponca City, OK | Tuesday, February 22, 2011

OSU – Institute of Technology | Okmulgee, OK | Tuesday, March 22, 2011

For questions regarding registration or cancellations, contact the Conference Unit at (918) 660-3700.

U Build It: A Statewide Housing Seminar

This is the first in a series of statewide seminars being delivered in three locations throughout the state. It is designed to give youth a clear picture of the process for securing stable housing. Youth will identify housing options, learn how to apply for an apartment or housing programs, determine monthly expenses and startup costs, and learn what's available from the Yes I Can! program. The seminar also includes a building competition in which youth apply the skills and information they've learned in a unique, exciting way.

Green Country Technology Center | Tuesday, November 30, 2010

University Sciences and Arts of Oklahoma Station | Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Stillwater Community Center Room | Thursday, December 9, 2010

For more information contact Marilyn Foster at (918) 660-3738 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
For questions regarding registration or cancellations contact Kimberly Bryant
at (918) 660-3761 or e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it