OSU alumna Talyn Edelson to discuss careers in entertainment industry Oct. 30
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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Key Facts
- OSU graduate Talyn Edelson will discuss careers in Hollywood and the entertainment industry on Oct. 30 at Oklahoma State University.
- The open forum will be held from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Seretean Center for the Performing Arts’ Locke Theatre.
- Edelson will discuss networking, professional growth and transitioning from college into careers in film, television and other creative fields.
- The event is open to OSU students across disciplines and the public.
Oklahoma State University’s Department of Theatre will welcome alumna Talyn Edelson back to campus Oct. 30 for an open forum discussing her career and experiences working in the entertainment industry.
The event, titled “Breaking into Hollywood and the Entertainment Industry: A Conversation with Talyn Edelson,” will take place from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Locke Theatre at the Seretean Center for the Performing Arts.
A graduate of OSU’s theatre and arts programs, Edelson has built a diverse career in film, television and other creative fields, working as a stunt performer, actress, writer and graphic artist.
During the interactive discussion, Edelson will share her experiences transitioning from college to the professional world, offering insight into building a career in entertainment, navigating industry trends, networking and professional growth.
The forum will also include an audience Q&A, giving students the opportunity to ask questions about the realities of working in creative fields and how skills developed at OSU can translate into professional opportunities.
The event is open to students across disciplines and the public.
FAQ
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When and where is Talyn Edelson speaking at OSU?
Talyn Edelson’s open forum will be held from 3:30-5 p.m., Oct. 30, at the Locke Theatre in OSU’s Seretean Center for the Performing Arts.
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Can OSU students learn about careers in the entertainment industry?
Yes. Edelson’s forum will give OSU students insight into building careers in entertainment, navigating industry trends, networking and professional growth.
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Do I have to be a theatre student to attend Talyn Edelson’s OSU event?
No. The Oct. 30 forum is open to OSU students across disciplines as well as members of the public.
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What does Talyn Edelson do in the entertainment industry?
Edelson, a graduate of OSU’s theatre and arts programs, has worked as a stunt performer, actress, writer and graphic artist in film, television and other creative fields.
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Can students ask Talyn Edelson questions about working in entertainment?
Yes. The interactive forum will include an audience Q&A where students can ask about creative careers and how skills developed at OSU can translate into professional opportunities.