The Oklahoman has recognized Meridian Technology Center as a Top Mid-Size Workplace in Oklahoma. This is the tenth year that the school has received this designation. “Our dedication lies in recruiting top-tier individuals to contribute to our mission of educating, enriching lives, and ensuring economic futures for the residents in our district,” explained Superintendent/CEO Dr. […]

One of the state’s most in demand key makeup artists for film with 20 years of experience, Toni Marlo, is ready to teach students how to get started in the film industry. Marlo is the instructor for Meridian Technology Center’s Makeup for Film and TV courses. These classes cover everything from makeup application and special […]

Award-winning, Meridian Technology Center Board Member Dr. Joe Williams has decided to step down at the end of his term.  “For nearly two decades it has been a privilege to represent the stakeholders of Meridian,” Williams said. “Being a part of the Meridian Technology Center Board of Education has been a rewarding experience. I had […]

Meridian’s Cosmetology program has teamed up with Wigs for Kids to provide wigs for children who have experienced hair loss. The non-profit organization is known for its mission to provide custom-made hairpieces to children experiencing hair loss because of various medical conditions, including alopecia, cancer and burns. “These wigs restore a child’s confidence and self-esteem,” […]

Brett Enmeier started his career in Meridian’s Carpentry program, now he is giving back by joining the school’s Board of Education. “We are glad to have Brett on the Board of Education,” said Douglas Major, Superintendent/CEO of Meridian Technology Center. “His experience as both a student and parent will be invaluable and bring a unique […]

Meridian Technology Center partnered with USIC to launch the Underground Utility Locator program. Meridian is the first school in the state to pilot this program. The class equips people with the skills needed for a career in utility locating. There are more than 20 million miles of utility lines—water, gas, electricity and telecommunication lines. All […]

Meridian Technology Center Board of Education member, Dr. Joe Williams, has been awarded the Oklahoma State School Board Association’s Distinguished Service Award. Williams has served on Meridian’s Board of Education since 2004. During his tenure the district has seen significant growth through opening a second campus, implementing rigorous curriculum and adding new programs for students. […]

After 10 years in the food service industry, Crystal Counselor traded her spatula for a wrench. “We would always have people coming in to fix our refrigeration equipment,” Counselor said. “I liked the idea of fixing things so I would go talk to the heating and air guys as they were working and it sparked […]

Breaking into the film industry is hard, but Justin Jayne turned to Meridian’s First Capital Film Crew Institute to make sure his resume didn’t end up on the cutting room floor. Jayne, a 2022 graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s film school, was drawn to the Assistant Director field but hadn’t received formal training in […]

Drue Brandenburg, Stillwater resident and adjunct instructor at Meridian, is cooking up memories about the iconic Ancestor restaurant. The business closed in 1990, but Brandenburg was recently inspired to host a class based on its simply delicious cuisine. Brandenburg worked as a chef at the Ancestor for many years before he went on to become […]