The Oklahoma Bar Journal October 2026

anniversary gala set for Sept. 18 in Oklahoma City; the Heroes Day event to provide legal assistance to military service members and veterans set for Nov. 11 at the Oklahoma Bar Center, the OBA Annual Meeting, set for Nov. 11-13 in Oklahoma City, and the Board of Governors holiday event, set for Dec. 10 in Tulsa. The Board of Governors met in September, and a summary of those actions will be published in the Oklahoma Bar Journal once the minutes are approved. The next board meeting will be held in Weatherford on Friday, Oct. 16. NEXT BOARD MEETING

Committee Report. The Board passed a motion to sunset the committee and approve the following language for submis sion to the Supreme Court along with the final report: “While the report provides valuable infor mation regarding Oklahoma’s law schools, the board expressed concerns regarding the complete ness and reliability of certain information presented. As a result, the Board of Governors is not pre pared to place full confidence in all findings and recommendations contained in the report.” UPCOMING 2026 OBA AND COUNTY BAR EVENTS President Peckio reviewed upcoming bar-related events and activities involving the Board of Governors, including the OBF 80th

and YLD: 2027 YLD Chair Randy Gordon, Shawnee. General Attorney Population: Gabe Bass, Oklahoma City; Miles Pringle, Oklahoma City; and Alexandra J. Gage, Tulsa. LAW DAY COMMITTEE REPORT Committee Co-Chairs Ed W. Wunch and Mary J. Clement reported on the events and activities that took place during the 2026 cele bration of Law Day and announced they will both step down as chairs for the 2027 Law Day cycle. LAW SCHOOLS COMMITTEE President Peckio reviewed discussion that occurred during the July 17, 2026, meeting of the Board of Governors pertain ing to the 2025 Law Schools

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