Salutations to All Safety Professionals of Region III,
Congratulations to the students and professors who participated in the 2026 Safety Olympics hosted this past weekend at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. This fourth annual competition continues to elevate and inspire the next generation of Occupational Health and Safety professionals.
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Seven universities from across the nation gathered to compete in dynamic, real-world safety challenges, including:
- Hazard Recognition
- Incident Investigation
- Presentation Preparation
- Safety Culture
- Safety Innovation
- Safety Jeopardy
Participating Schools:
- Southeastern Oklahoma State University
- University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO)
- Collin College (Collin County, TX)
- Montana Technological University (Butte, MT)
- Oklahoma State University (Stillwater, OK)
- Pittsburg State University (Pittsburg, KS)
- University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
🏆 Congratulations to Oklahoma State University for taking home the championship title and proudly representing their ASSP parent chapter, the Oklahoma City Chapter. Bringing home the trophy in their home state makes this accomplishment even more meaningful.
To all runner-up teams — your dedication, preparation, and professionalism reflect the future strength of our industry. Each of you demonstrated the competence, resilience, and innovation that will shape the evolving world of Occupational Health and Safety. The Safety Olympics is not just a competition; it is a launching point.
We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our sponsors for their generous support of this event. Your investment in the 2026 Safety Olympics directly supports the development of our future safety leaders. Because of your commitment to advancing the profession, these students were able to engage in meaningful, hands-on experiences that will shape their careers for years to come. Thank you for believing in the future of Occupational Health and Safety.
Last but not least, a special and heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Mellena Nichols, PhD, CSP and her exceptional staff for organizing and executing such a successful event. To the judges, volunteers, and mentors — your investment of time and expertise builds confidence, security, and strength in the next generation of safety professionals. Mentorship truly matters.
Please enjoy the photos from this inspiring weekend. If this event motivates you to participate in the 2027 Safety Olympics, we encourage you to get involved.
To support future competitions or learn how to engage your chapter or university, please connect with your ARVP Communications Coordinator, Rachel E. Palmeri, GSP.
Please take a moment to reach out to your fellow chapters and congratulate the students on their outstanding accomplishments.
Together, we continue building the future of safety.
Building the Future of Safety Together,
The Region III Leadership Team