Red River Higher Education Alliance - IPSE Summit
Learn about college programs for students with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities by leaders from OK and TX!
Date and time
Location
Moore Norman Technology Center - South Penn Campus
13301 South Pennsylvania Avenue Oklahoma City, OK 73170Agenda
9:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Let's Talk Possibilities!! Innovation, Integration, and Motivation
Department of Rehabilitation Services
Renee Briscoe
9:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Social Supports & Peer Relationships - RiverHawks Way
Northeastern State University/RiverHawks Scholar Program
Justin Chase/Jaycee Ardrey
9:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Instructor Training: A Braided Approach
Texas State University - Bobcat RISE
Tami Shetron Ph.D./Stephanie Graham M.Ed.
10:45 AM - 11:50 AM
Aggie ACHIEVE Application Deep Dive: Tips, Steps, and Success
Texas A&M University - Aggie ACHIEVE
Anita Lang
10:45 AM - 11:50 AM
Redefining College (IPSE) Readiness
University of Oklahoma/Zarrow Institute
Kendra Williams-Diehm, Ph.D.
10:45 AM - 11:50 AM
Beyond Graduation: Reimagining Transition Through Person Centered Planning
University of North Texas - ELEVAR
Jean Keller Ph.D., Dom Vera, Kayla Canis
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
Help and Support Along the Way: Resources that Make a Difference
Sooner SUCCESS
Aietah Stephens M.S./Samantha Basave
1:00 PM - 2:05 PM
Utilizing a Braided Funding Model in IPSE
Oklahoma State University - Opportunity Orange Scholars
Emily Tucker, Ph.D.
1:00 PM - 2:05 PM
Parent Engagement in IPSE
University of Oklahoma - Sooner Works
Anna Barritt Ph.D./Christy Joliff
1:00 PM - 2:05 PM
Career Development through Campus and Community Engagement
University of North Texas - ELEVAR
Jean Keller Ph.D./Dom Vera/Kayla Canis
2:15 PM - 3:20 PM
STUDENT PANEL!
Jett Gunter, Elizabeth Connick
Brandon Crawford, Noah Rahn
Gretchen Garrett, Josie Kohn
Christian Roe
3:20 PM - 3:30 PM
Wrap Up and Evaluation!
Good to know
Highlights
- 7 hours, 30 minutes
- In person
- Free venue parking
- Doors at 8:00 AM
Refund Policy
About this event
Welcome to the Red River Higher Education Alliance - IPSE Summit! Join us at Moore Norman Technology Center - South Penn Campus on September 26, 2025 for a day filled with innovative ideas and networking opportunities.
The Summit brings together leadership from Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary (CTP) programs and CTP-eligible programs across Oklahoma and Texas. This gathering provides a unique opportunity for leaders of college programs serving students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to share insights, updates, and best practices from their respective institutions.
In addition to program leaders, the Summit will feature our sponsors including Think College, the national initiative dedicated to expanding and improving inclusive higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, Sooner SUCCESS, and Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services. Exhibitors will also be present, contributing valuable resources and perspectives to the event.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about six unique Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) programs, participate in breakout sessions led by program experts, and hear directly from students currently attending or who have graduated from IPSE programs. They can also explore valuable resources and support from exhibitors who assist students and families, and connect with others who are passionate about expanding opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Programs that will be represented include: (alpha order)
- Northeastern State University - RiverHawks Scholar Program
- Oklahoma State University - Opportunity Orange Scholars
- Texas A&M - Aggie ACHIEVE
- Texas State University - Bobcat RISE
- University of North Texas - UNT ELEVAR
- University of Oklahoma - Sooner Works
Registration is required and a light breakfast and lunch is included in the registration cost. CEU credits will not be offered.
Who should attend? Educators, parents/guardians, advocates, students, IHE representatives interested in the possibility of beginning an IPSE program, and all interested in IPSE!
The Summit will be located at 13301 South Pennsylvania Ave. OKC, OK
Participants must register at:
Red River Higher Education IPSE Summit
The cost to attend is $50 per person. (not including tax/fees)
Note: There will be an afternoon student panel that students may attend at no cost. Select "Student Panel Session" ticket.
For disability accommodations (e.g., sign language interpreters, alternative formats), please contact info@redriverhea.org by August 31, 2025 to request needed accommodations. Any requests after this date cannot be guaranteed.
Sponsors include Think College, Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services, Sooner SUCCESS, Oklahoma State Department of Education and OKIPSE Alliance
For questions or need more information - contact: info@redriverhea.org
*Note: Photographs will be taken during the Summit for publication.
Refunds are available up to 7 days prior to the event, however, Eventbrite processing fees will be deducted from the original ticket price if a refund is issued.
Space is limited so sign up early!
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