OKLAHOMA CITY — TheOklahoma Commission on the Status of Women (OCSW) named the six women who will inducted into the Oklahoma Women's Hall of Fame(OWHOF) in 2024.
The women will be honored with an induction ceremony at theOmni Hotel and Resort in downtown Oklahoma City on Sept. 27.
Dr. Nancy Anthony
Dr. Anthony, of Oklahoma City, served as the executive director of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for 38 years.
"Dr.Anthony became recognized as one of the most effective, respective, and important leaders in philanthropy in the nation," the announcement said. "Her leadership lead to the largest organizational endowment program in the United States and the largestindependent scholarship program in Oklahoma, laying the groundwork for women across this city, state, and region to rise to leadership positions on their own."
Marilyn Mauer Hugon
Hugon, of Duncan, is a lifelong Oklahoman who served on the board of directors of Duncan Regional Hospital. She helped bring state-of-the-art cancer care and imaging services to southwest Oklahoma,OCSW said.
"Hugon’s efforts brought the highest quality of healthcare to women in the region," the announcement said. "She is a noteworthy geologist and worked in various sectors, including finance and energy industries. In 2023, she was inducted into the Duncan Area Arts Hall of Fame and currently serves on the Oklahoma Arts Institute Foundation board of directors."
Edie Roodman
Roodman, of Oklahoma City, isexecutive director of the Oklahoma Israel Exchange andformer executive director of the Jewish Federation of Oklahoma City.
"With a deep commitment to public service and advocacy, Roodman has made great contributions to the state of Oklahoma through her work with non-profits toimplement support programming for women re-entering the job market," the announcement said. "In addition, she has collaborated with counseling departments to maximize delivery of counseling and other job services available to women."
Jane Semple Umsted
Umsted, of Durant, is aworld-renowned artist, educator and community leader from the Choctaw Nation. Her career has contributed to elevating the profile of both women and Native American people in Oklahoma,OCSW said.
"Umsted’s artistic work, inspired by her heritage and culture, is prominently displayed in Oklahoma museums, businesses, and homes," the announcement said. "Currently, she serves on the Institute of American Indian Arts board of trustees, appointed by President Joe Biden."
Crystal Stovall
Stovall, of Tulsa, is co-founder of theStovallCenter for Entrepreneurship, which awards undergraduate degrees at Oral Roberts University (ORU) and the Stovall Foundation that provides scholarships for students,OCSW said in the announcement.
"She co-founded the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, which makes movies, TV shows and educational programming accessible to 13 million blind and visually impaired Americans and their families," the announcement continued. "She serves on the Tulsa Ballet Board of Directors and is Chair of the $16 million Preserving the Legacy Campaign.
Molly Wehrenberg
Wehrenberg, of Edmond, is aformer nurse and Spanish translator for eye surgeons doing surgery on non-English speaking patients.
"As a leader in helping to refurbish the Oklahoma acre at Valley Forge Medal of Honor Grove in Pennsylvania, Wehrenberg’s efforts brought nationwide attention to the women and men from Oklahoma who served our nation and received the highest military decoration," the announcement said. "She previously served as a Commissioner on the Oklahoma Commission on the Status of Women."There are currently 141 women who have been inducted intothe Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame since 1983. The 2024 inductees will add to that number.
“The ceremony will include the presentation of the Guardian Award to an Oklahoma elected official, and the Kate Barnard award to a woman who exemplifies excellence in public service," Co-Chair and Commissioner Emmalee Barresi added. "The Commission looks forward to honoring these state officials at the event. It will be a special time to celebrate Oklahomans making a difference in the lives of women!”
To be eligible for the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame, nominees must live in Oklahoma or be a former resident of Oklahoma.
Inductees were nominated because they have made enduring contributions to the state of Oklahoma and beyond, the announcement said.
“Whether positively elevating the status of women and girls, opening new frontiers for women, or achievements in her professional work, the 2024 class is special,"said Commissioner Briana Ramos, who is serving as Co-Chair of the 2024 Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame with Commissioner Barresi."This honor is the highest bestowed upon a woman by the State of Oklahoma."
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