Join us at noon Monday, April 20, in Helm 105 to hear from our amazing guest speaker, Karen Tilkin! FREE Redbull and pizza provided! 🍕
Karen Tilkin, CEO of CAP Tulsa, has built a career spanning international banking, global food manufacturing and nonprofit leadership. Early in her career, she helped launch apple pie production for the first McDonald’s in China, an experience that shaped her understanding of global business and operations.
After 17 years in leadership roles at The Bama Companies across the U.S. and Beijing, Karen transitioned into the nonprofit sector, where she now leads CAP Tulsa, an organization consistently ranked among the best nonprofit workplaces in the country. Under her leadership, CAP Tulsa has been nationally recognized for its workplace culture and impact.
Karen holds a Ph.D. in organizational and community leadership, an MBA, and a degree in economics from Wharton, and has been recognized as one of Oklahoma’s most influential leaders.
Join us to learn about building a dynamic career across industries, leading high-performing organizations and the real-world intersection of business strategy, operations, and impact!
The College of Engineering & Computer Science is pleased to host its inaugural dean’s CEO Lecture, featuring Chip McElroy, PE (B.S. ’85), CEO and president of McElroy Manufacturing. Based in Tulsa, McElroy Manufacturing is recognized worldwide for its leadership in pipe fusion technology.
Join us for an engaging conversation on the journey from a technical engineering education to leadership in business, followed by a reception. The discussion will be moderated by Dean Andreas Polycarpou.
Join us for Money Mindset: Planting and Investing in Your Future, an empowering workshop designed to help young investors build confidence and clarity around long-term financial growth. Led by experienced industry professionals, this session goes beyond the basics and dives into practical, real‑world investing strategies you can start applying now. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take your financial knowledge to the next level, this workshop will give you the tools to make informed, confident decisions about your financial future. Snacks provided!
This beginner‑friendly investing workshop helps students understand the basics of investing and how to start building long‑term financial confidence. Attendees will explore how interest grows wealth, the difference between stocks and ETFs, how to think about risk and practical steps for making a first investment. Designed for beginners, this session breaks down financial concepts in a simple, relatable way—no prior knowledge needed. FREE LUNCH PROVIDED
Join novelist and editor Emily Nemens for an in-depth look at strategies for improving your creative and scholarly work with an eye toward publication. Format: presentation followed by Q&A led by Jennifer Croft and Boris Dralyuk.
Attention current and future entrepreneurs! The University of Tulsa’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will host a special screening of the award-winning documentary “Show Her the Money,” followed by a panel discussion and the official launch of the Show Her the Money: Venture Capital 101 College Educational Experience. The free event is set for March 5 and is part of the JOLT Signature Speaker Event kickoff.
UTulsa will be the inaugural beta university partner, serving as the lead institution piloting this new venture capital curriculum exclusively for undergraduate students.
The event brings together students, founders, funders and ecosystem leaders for an evening focused on expanding access to venture capital knowledge, careers and funding pathways while advancing the national conversation around who participates in building and funding innovation.
This event is open to the public. Registration is required. Event details and registration available at: https://luma.com/f37nve9x
Hear from local and national leaders in venture capital, including Catherine Gray, as they discuss:
- The current state of VC funding for women and underrepresented founders
- Barriers to accessing capital and how to break them down
- Opportunities to participate in the innovation economy as a founder, funder, or ecosystem builder
- Real strategies for navigating the funding landscape
“Show Her the Money” is an award-winning documentary that highlights the persistent funding gap in venture capital, where women receive less than 2% of total VC funding. The film follows women founders and investors working to change the funding landscape while demonstrating the critical role education, access and representation play in building a more inclusive innovation economy.
The documentary has toured more than 100 cities globally and was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top financial films of the decade.
The Idea Challenge is a week-long (Feb. 27-March 6), campus-wide innovation experience where students from all disciplines come together to explore problems, spark ideas and begin building solutions. Throughout the week, participants collaborate in teams, engage in guided ideation activities and receive support to develop their concepts, no prior experience required. Just come by yourself with curiosity and interest in solving problems and the Idea Challenge will provide you with the space, resources and encouragement to turn ideas into action. Your idea starts here.
Location details:
Feb. 27 – Mayo Clubhouse
Feb. 28 – JOLT Center in Helmerich Hall
March 6 – RM 219 (2nd floor of Helmerich Hall)
This event will highlight the city & current financial landscape, the mayor’s strategic plans for sustainable growth, and how collaborative efforts between local government and the collegiates of UTulsa can drive lasting economic change. Mayor Monroe will also explore how students and scholars can play a role in analyzing and learning from these real-world economic initiatives, offering a unique opportunity to connect classroom theory with active civic leadership.
Register using this link: https://forms.gle/mAp5D6HYkbJfsRJN9
Ready to take control of your financial future? Join us for Money Mind$et: Credit Building Workshop on Friday, Feb. 6 from 12–1 p.m. in Helm 106. This session is designed to help college students understand the power of credit and how to build a strong credit score early. Plus, enjoy free lunch while gaining practical tips on how credit scores work, smart ways to build credit in college, common pitfalls to avoid, and strategies to boost your score over time. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your credit habits, this workshop will equip you with the tools to build a solid financial foundation. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your future!
For questions, please contact us (jas9536@utulsa.edu or aic9619@utulsa.edu).
Creating Human Advantage in an AI Labor Market explores how artificial intelligence is influencing employer expectations and shaping the skills associated with graduate employability. Drawing on insights from industry leaders and workforce trends, this session examines AI as a broader economic and professional shift rather than a narrow technical issue. The presentation offers faculty an external perspective on how judgment, adaptability and accountability are increasingly valued in an AI-enabled labor market, and how these dynamics intersect with universities’ role in preparing students for future careers.
