2026 Implementation Science Symposium
January 9, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 3:30 pm CST
Register for Early Bird by September 30, 2025 • General by December 1, 2025
A continuing education event hosted by OKWU in collaboration with Hillcrest South
Join fellow nurses, healthcare professionals, researchers, and scholars for a dynamic one-day symposium focused on transforming evidence into action. The 2026 Implementation Science Symposium will explore how the principles and practices of implementation science can drive meaningful change across the healthcare landscape.
This year’s theme, “Leading with Service” highlights the critical role of servant leadership in advancing evidence-based practice, improving patient outcomes, and fostering innovation in healthcare systems. Participants will engage in thought-provoking presentations, collaborative discussions, and practical sessions designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world application.
This activity is approved for 6 continuing nursing education (one contact hour = 60 minutes) by Hillcrest South, an accredited provider of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Venue
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
2201 Silver Lake Road
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Registration
Interested in attending the Symposium? Register for Early Bird by September 30, 2025. General by December 1, 2025.
Call for Speakers
Abstract submissions should align with the theme of “Leading with Service” and emphasize the application of implementation science in the healthcare sector. Deadline Sep. 30.
Sponsor or Exhibitor
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Jim Woodard
Our keynote speaker is Dr. Jim Woodard. He is a seasoned healthcare executive with 15 years of senior leadership experience in inpatient and ambulatory care settings. Jim holds a BA degree in Biology from the University of Northern Colorado. He attended Regis University, earning a BSN and MBA. Jim received his Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership degree from Oklahoma Wesleyan University. He is currently the Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer for TRU Community Care, providing ambulatory services to patients throughout the Colorado Front Range.
Dr. Woodard has been actively involved in healthcare innovation, working on projects like developing Colorado’s first Transient Ischemic Attack outpatient clinic, working with a team that designed a staffing to patient risk model, and using telemedicine technology to support hospice and palliative care patients. Most recently, he presented the results of his DNP project at the 2025 Colorado Emergency Management Conference and a poster presentation at the 2025 American Academy of Ambulatory Care Conference.
Exhibitor Table – $100
Registration is for 2 representatives. Exhibitors will be provided with one table (6 ft x 3 ft ) and two chairs. Lunch is available for purchase. The organization logo will be featured on the event website and onscreen during the opening session. Attendees will receive a bingo card with the organization’s logo to encourage them to visit exhibitors. Full bingo cards can be entered for a drawing for a door prize.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Stethoscope Circle – $2500
Large Business logo on printed sponsor poster, on TV marquees, OKWU Event website, Thank You announcement during opening and closing sessions, 4 conference attendee registrations.
Limited availability – 2 total.
Scrub Stars – $1000
Medium Business logo on printed sponsor poster, on TV marquees, OKWU Event website, Thank You announcement during opening and closing sessions, 2 conference attendee registrations.
Limited availability – 4 total.
IV League – $500
Business name on printed sponsor poster, on TV marquees, a Thank You announcement during introductions, and a closing session.
Limited availability – 8 total.
Vital Signs Sponsors – $250 (unlimited)
Business name on printed sponsor poster, on TV marquees
Bandage Benefactors – $100 (unlimited)
Business name on TV marquees
In-Kind Donations (unlimited)
Business-branded donations for swag bag items, Door Prizes, signage on sponsored areas, etc.
For questions contact: Department of Nursing, schoolofnursing@okwu.edu, 918-335-6856
Payment by exhibitors and sponsors is due by Nov 1, 2026.