Sarah Ward
Director of Special Publications and Projects
About
Sarah currently serves as the director of special publications and projects for University Communications. Through her role, she oversees the university's external publications, including Old North magazine, an annual report to the community, each semester's commencement program and Connect to Central, the university's report to the regents. Additionally, Sarah writes press releases and branded content, edits multiple publication formats, assists with university website design, SEO, and development, and special projects relating to digital/online strategy, branding, marketing and media relations.
Prior to working in University Communications, Sarah worked in Central's College of Business from February 2012 - October 2018. She served as the coordinator of communication and marketing for the college.
Sarah is an Oklahoma native and currently resides in Edmond with her husband, Bradley, daughter, Ryleigh, and son, Liam.
Education and Certifications
- M.Ed., with honors, Adult and Higher Education, University of Central Oklahoma
- B.A., Public Relations, University of Central Oklahoma
- Minor in advertising
Honors and Awards
- 2022, OCPRA Grand Award (First Place), Cover Desing, Old North – Spring 2022
- 2022, OCPRA Excellence Award (Second Place), Special Publication, Old North – Spring 2022
- 2022, OCPRA Achievement Award (Third Place), Magazine, Old North – Fall 2021
- 2022, OCPRA Grand Award (First Place), Special Publication, Designed for Impact
- 2021, OCPRA Achievement Award (Third Place), Square Peg, Tails of Telework
- 2017, Oklahoma NextGen 30 Under 30, Category: Media, Public Relations, Marketing and Advertising
Experience
University of Central Oklahoma
Director of Special Publications and Projects - University Communications
November 2021 - Present
University of Central Oklahoma
Communication and Marketing Coordinator - University Communications
November 2018 - October 2021
University of Central Oklahoma
Communication and Marketing Coordinator - College of Business
February 2012 - October 2018
OG&E
Smart Grid Communications
July 2011 - December 2011
St. Anthony's Hospital
Marketing and Planning
January 2011 - May 2011
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