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12+ SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026 The Elk City News SWOSU Health Career Expo Offers Opportunities for Students and Community Southwestern Oklahoma State these employers together in one ma State University University (SWOSU) invites com- location so attendees can learn Southwestern Oklahoma State munity members and students about different organizations University (SWOSU) was found- seeking jobs in health care to its and ask questions about posi- ed in 1901 and offers more than Health Career Expo on Tuesday, tions that interest them. Rep- 100 undergraduate and graduate Nov. 3, from 1] a.m, to2 p.m. The resentatives may also be able to programs across three locations event will be held in the north connect job seekers with con- in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yu- lobby of the Pioneer Event Cen- tacts for other health care roles, kon. The university serves more ter, 900 N. Seventh St. in Weath- Attendees are welcome to than 5,000 students and prides erford. No registration is required bring résumés to share as they itself on affordability, small class for attendees. visit employer tables. Conver- sizes, and over 200 faculty and Participating employers will sations can help them learn staff committed to helping s recruit in allied health, nursing what employers are looking for, dents achieve their academic and and pharmacy, with opportu- understand how to apply, and personal goals, nities to discuss internships, make connections for future For more information about part-time work and full-time opportunities, Southwestern Oklahoma State positions. The expo brings About Southwestern Oklaho- University visit wwwswosuedu. Western Technology Center Hosts Next Step Summit for Current Students BURNS FLAT, Okla. — West- skills, employment benefits, finan- dents for success beyond the cial literacy, college suc es strate- Compass Point en : SECURE + CONVENIENT ern Technology Center (WTC) recently hosted its annual Next Step Summit, bringing togeth- gies, entrepreneurship, health care careers, ethical use of artificial in- classroom. “In alignment with WTCS sion of ‘Educating People for Suc- RV and Boat Storage er more than 500 current stu- telligence, self-advocacy and ADA cess} this conference is designed dents to explore career pathways, rights, banking basics, credit man- to help students become success- ‘OW.20th Street,at—es, , United St post-secondary education options agement and long-term. financial ful in life, not just in their careers)” and workforce readiness skil s as planning. Reimer said. “We strive to prepare 9 Pcie OK they prepare for graduation and Presenters from education, busi- students for the real world in many Oklahoma = life beyond WTC. ness, health care, finance and work- ways, and the Next Step Summit is ‘Throughout the day, WTC stu- force development organizations one ofthe many intentional oppor- dents connected with representa- shared real-world experiences and tunities we provide to help them tives from colleges, universities, industry expertise, providing stu- build confidence, knowledge and military branches and local em- dents with valuable insight into the skills for their future” ployers during a resource fair de- opportunities available after gradu- By bringing together educators, signed to help them evaluate their ation. employers, industry professionals next steps, Students also had the ‘The Next Step Summit equipped and community partners, WTC opportunity to receive profession- students with information, resourc- continues to create meaningful op- al headshots to enhance their re- es and professional connections to portunities that prepare students sumes, portfolios and professional support informed decisions about for success beyond the classroom profiles. higher education, careers, and mil- Events such as the Next Step Sum- In addition to visiting informa- itary ser mit reinforce WTC’s mission of CLEAN& WELL- EASY ACCESS MORE TIME FOR tional booths, students participat- WTC Student Services Spe- Educating People for Success by INVESTMENT SAFE MAINTAINED FACILITY WHEN YOU NEED IT WHAT YOU LOVE ed in breakout sessions focused cialist Shelby Reimer said the helping students navigate educa- on practical life and career skills. Next Step Summit reflects WTC’s tional, career and workforce oppor- Session topics included interview commitment to preparing stu- tunities. increases your risk of Typee2 Premium Cash Checking now earns... diabetes. Your health is 5.00. And when you’re ready to make the move use... worth protecting. Easy Switch Our NEW Easy Switch program helps move your direct deposits and recurring payments - so switching is easier than ever! Quit for FREE. Call 1-800-QUIT NOW Oklahomi a Tobacco Helpline (3ndurance Federal Credit Union Text READY to 21586 1/800 www.endurancefcu.org 311070112026, Rao after accounts thy quaification Insured by NCU