Kelly grew up in the Oklahoma City area and became interested in sports journalism at a young age, reading the newspaper every morning. She attended OSU on scholarship and worked at the O’Colly for most of her time in Stillwater.

That invaluable experience plus well-taught journalism courses helped Kelly land a coveted internship and set her up for what has been an enjoyable career.

She leaves you with this: "Imagine your dream job and learn how this program and its professors can get you there. It’s happened for many alumni and it can happen for you."