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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

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2002-2003 This Catalog offers information about the academic programs and support services of the University. This Catalog is as accurate as possible, but the information may not remain current for all of the academic year. Circumstances may prompt changes in courses, course content, credit, fees, regulations, semester calendar, curriculum, degrees offered, and other University matters. Such changes authorized by the University apply both to prospective students and to those previously enrolled, unless the latter are specifically exempted. For information, write to Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, or call (405)744- 5000; in Oklahoma, call toll free 1-800-233-5019. Send electronic mail requests to [email protected]. Publications concerning a number of topics are also available upon request. OSU information is available via the Internet: Admission: www.okstate.edu/registrar/admiss.html Catalog: home.okstate.edu/okstate/evp/registrar/coursecat.nsf Schedule: www.okstate.edu/registrar/scsinfo.html The summer and fall class schedule books are usually available in February, and the spring class schedule book in October, and may be obtained from the student academic services offices, or through the mail from the Office of the Registrar. An application packet and viewbook, with information for prospective students on admission, residence halls, financial aid, scholarship, and the Honors Program, is available from the Office of High School and College Relations. The OSU Catalog may be obtained by new students, free of charge from their student academic services offices, at the beginning of their first semester at OSU. Other persons may purchase the Catalog through the Student Union Bookstore or through the mail. Reference copies are also available in many administrative offices and libraries, and Oklahoma high schools, junior and community colleges. To purchase a copy of the OSU Catalog through the mail, send a check or money order for $7.25 for Library (Media) rate or $10.75 for First Class (Priority) rate, payable to Oklahoma State University, to University Mailing Services, Attn: Catalog Requests, 109 Printing Building, Okla- homa State University, Stillwater, OK 74078. In addition to these publications, many of OSU's colleges, schools and departments have printed material concerning their programs. Contact the individual departments for specific information.

Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Higher Education Act), the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handi- cap, or status as a veteran, in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This provision includes, but is not limited to, admission, employment, financial aid and educational services. Photographs are courtesy of Centennial Histories, Special Collections, The Daily O'Collegian, and various OSU students, offices, colleges and alumni. This publication, issued by Oklahoma State University as authorized by the Office of the Registrar, was printed by Phillips Brothers Printers at a cost of $13,699.80 for 15,000 copies.

ii State Regents for Higher Education JOE L. MAYER, Chair, Guymon CARL R. RENFRO, Vice-Chair, Ponca City MARLIN "IKE" GLASS, JR., Secretary, Newkirk JAMES D. "JIMMY" HARREL, Assistant Secretary, Leedey BILL W. BURGESS, JR., Member, Lawton JOSEPH E. "JOE" CAPPY, Member, Tulsa LEONARD J. EATON, JR., Member, Tulsa CHERYL P. HUNTER, Member, Edmond JOHN MASSEY, Member, Durant HANS BRISCH, Chancellor, Oklahoma City Board of Regents for Oklahoma State University FRED C. HARLAN, Chair, Okmulgee EDWARD F. KELLER, Vice Chair, Tulsa DOUGLAS E. BURNS, Member, Norman CLAUD D. EVANS, Member, Okemah JACK M. GIVENS, Member, Mangum V. BURNS HARGIS, Member, Oklahoma City JAY L. HELM, Member, Tulsa DENNIS V. HOWARD, Member, Oklahoma City LOU WATKINS, Member, Stillwater W. DOUGLAS WILSON, Executive Secretary, Oklahoma City University Administration Selected administrators directly responsible for academic and service programs for students. JAMES E. HALLIGAN, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, Oklahoma State University System, and President of OSU MARVIN S. KEENER, Ph.D., Executive Vice President JERRY D. CARROLL, Ed.D., Provost and President of OSU-Oklahoma City ROBERT E. KLABENES, Ph.D., Provost and President of OSU-Okmulgee GARY L. TRENNEPOHL, Ph.D., President of OSU-Tulsa HARRY W. BIRDWELL, J.D., Vice President for Business and External Relations JOSEPH W. ALEXANDER, D.V.M., M.S., Interim Vice President for Research LEE E. BIRD, Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs THOMAS C. COLLINS, Ph.D., President, Education and Research Foundation RON G. AREA, Ed.D., President, OSU Foundation SAMUEL E. CURL, Ph.D, Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources; Director of the Agricultural Experiment Station; and Director of the Cooperative Extension Service JOHN M. DOBSON, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences JAMES R. LUMPKIN, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Business Administration ANN C. CANDLER LOTVEN, Ed.D., Dean of the College of Education and Director of Professional Education KARL N. REID, Sc.D., P.E., Dean of the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology TIMOTHY J. PETTIBONE, Ph.D., Dean of the Graduate College PATRICIA K. KNAUB, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Human Environmental Sciences THOMAS WESLEY ALLEN, D.O., Dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Vice President for Health Affairs (Tulsa) MICHAEL D. LORENZ, D.V.M., Interim Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine JAMES G. HROMAS, Ph.D., Dean of University Extension, Economic and International Development EDWARD R. JOHNSON, Ph.D., Dean of Libraries GORDON L. REESE, B.S., Director of Admissions ROBERT E. DIXON, JR., M.Ed., Bursar LARRY F. KRUSE, Ed.D., Director of High School and College Relations ROBERT L. SPURRIER, JR., Ph.D., Director of The Honors College ROBERT E. GRAALMAN, Ph.D., Director of Scholar Development and Recognition CHARLES W. BRUCE, Ph.D., Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid C. WESLEY HOLLEY, Ph.D., University Registrar

Oklahoma State University 3 4 The University Contents 6 Calendar

11 Entering the University

16 Enrollment and Records

19 Costs

23 Scholarships and Financial Aid

27 Student Services

29 Special Programs, Services and Facilities

36 Campus Life

39 OSU-Oklahoma City

41 OSU-Okmulgee

41 OSU-Tulsa

47 University Academic Regulations

56 Degree Programs Offered

57 College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources

68 College of Arts and Sciences

96 College of Business Administration

105 College of Education

119 College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology

138 College of Human Environmental Sciences

145 College of Osteopathic Medicine

148 College of Veterinary Medicine

151 Faculty

159 The Graduate College

187 Graduate Faculty

212 Course Listings

350 Index

Oklahoma State University 5 December 24-January 1, Tuesday May 9, Friday University Calendar through Wednesday Class work ends University holidays May 10, Saturday First Semester 2002-2003, Commencement Fall 2002 Winter Intersession May 13, Tuesday Grades due from faculty August 12-16, Monday-Friday December 2-6, Monday-Friday Enrollment Enrollment August 16, Friday December 16, Monday Summer 2003, Last day to cancel enrollment Intersession begins Regular 8-Week Summer August 19, Monday December 27, Friday Session Class work begins Intersession ends August 23, Friday May 26, Monday Last day to enroll University holiday August 26, Monday Second Semester 2002- June 5,6, Thursday, Friday Last day to add (nonrestrictive) 2003, Spring 2003 Enrollment August 26, Monday January 6-10, Monday-Friday June 6, Friday Last day to drop a course with no Enrollment Last day to cancel enrollment grade and no fees charged for course January 10, Friday June 9, Monday August 26, Monday Last day to cancel enrollment Class work begins Last day for 100% refund on January 13, Monday June 11, Wednesday withdrawal Class work begins Last day to enroll August 30, Friday January 17, Friday June 11, Wednesday Last day to add (restrictive) Last day to enroll Last day to add (nonrestrictive) August 30, Friday January 20, Monday June 11, Wednesday Last day to file a diploma application Student holiday Last day to drop a course with no grade and no fees charged for course August 30, Friday January 21, Tuesday Last day to drop a course (grade of Last day to add (nonrestrictive) June 11, Wednesday "W") and 50% fees refunded for course Last day for 100% refund on January 21, Tuesday withdrawal August 30, Friday Last day to drop a course with no Last day for 50% fees refunded on grade and no fees charged for course June 13, Friday withdrawal (withdrawal noted on tran- Last day to add (restrictive) January 21, Tuesday script) Last day for 100% refund on June 13, Friday September 2, Monday withdrawal Last day to file a diploma application University holiday January 24, Friday June 13, Friday October 7,8, Monday, Tuesday Last day to add (restrictive) Last day to drop a course (grade of Students' Fall break "W") and 50% fees refunded for course January 24, Friday October 9, Wednesday Last day to file a diploma application June 13, Friday "Monday" classes will meet Last day for 50% fees refunded on January 24, Friday withdrawal (withdrawal noted on tran- November 1, Friday Last day to drop a course (grade of script) Enrollment for Spring begins "W") and 50% fees refunded for course July 4, Friday November 8, Friday January 24, Friday University holiday Last day to drop a course (grade of Last day for 50% fees refunded on "W") withdrawal (withdrawal noted on tran- July 18, Friday November 8, Friday script) Last day to drop a course (grade of "W") Last day to withdraw from all courses March 15, Saturday with automatic "W" Students' Spring break begins July 18, Friday Last day to withdraw from all courses November 27, Wednesday March 24, Monday with automatic "W" Last day to withdraw from all courses Class work resumes with assigned "W" or "F" July 25, Friday March 28, Friday Last day to withdraw from all courses November 28, Thursday Enrollment for Summer and Fall begins University holiday begins with assigned "W" or "F" April 11, Friday August 1, Friday December 2, Monday Last day to drop a course (grade of Class work ends Class work resumes "W") August 5, Tuesday December 2-6, Monday-Friday April 11, Friday Grades due from faculty Pre-finals week Last day to withdraw from all courses December 9-13, Monday-Friday with automatic "W" Short summer sessions are usually held for three weeks, May 19-June 6, Final examinations April 25, Friday for four weeks, June 9-July 3 Last day to withdraw from all courses December 13, Friday for four weeks, July 7-August 1. with assigned "W" or "F" Class work ends Proportionate dates for fee refunds, drop- December 17, Tuesday April 28-May 2, Monday-Friday ping, and withdrawing apply to block Grades due from faculty Pre-finals week and short courses. May 5-9, Monday-Friday Final examinations

6 The University First Semester 2003-2004, Winter Intersession May 7, Friday Class work ends Fall 2003 December 1-5, Monday-Friday Enrollment May 8, Saturday August 11-15, Monday-Friday Commencement Enrollment December 15, Monday Intersession begins May 11, Tuesday August 15, Friday Grades due from faculty Last day to cancel enrollment December 26, Friday August 18, Monday Intersession ends Class work begins Summer 2004 August 22, Friday Second Semester Regular 8-Week Summer Last day to enroll 2003-2004, Spring 2004 Session August 25, Monday May 31, Monday Last day to add (nonrestrictive) January 5-9, Monday-Friday Enrollment University holiday August 25, Monday January 9, Friday June 3,4, Thursday, Friday Last day to drop a course with no Last day to cancel enrollment Enrollment grade and no fees charged for course January 12, Monday June 4, Friday August 25, Monday Last day to cancel enrollment Last day for 100% refund on Class work begins withdrawal January 16, Friday June 7, Monday Last day to enroll Class work begins August 29, Friday June 9, Wednesday Last day to add (restrictive) January 19, Monday Last day to enroll August 29, Friday Student holiday June 9, Wednesday Last day to file a diploma application January 20, Tuesday Last day to add (nonrestrictive) Last day to add (nonrestrictive) August 29, Friday Last day to drop a course (grade of January 20, Tuesday June 9, Wednesday "W") and 50% fees refunded for course Last day to drop a course with no Last day to drop a course with no grade and no fees charged for course August 29, Friday grade and no fees charged for course Last day for 50% fees refunded on January 20, Tuesday June 9, Wednesday Last day for 100% refund on withdrawal (withdrawal noted on tran- Last day for 100% refund on withdrawal script) withdrawal September 1, Monday January 23, Friday June 11, Friday Last day to add (restrictive) University holiday Last day to add (restrictive) June 11, Friday October 6,7, Monday, Tuesday January 23, Friday Last day to file a diploma application Students' Fall break (tentative) Last day to file a diploma application June 11, Friday October 8, Wednesday January 23, Friday Last day to drop a course (grade of "Monday" classes will meet Last day to drop a course (grade of "W") and 50% fees refunded for course October 31, Friday "W") and 50% fees refunded for course June 11, Friday Enrollment for Spring begins January 23, Friday Last day for 50% fees refunded on Last day for 50% fees refunded on November 7, Friday withdrawal (withdrawal noted on tran- withdrawal (withdrawal noted on tran- Last day to drop a course (grade of script) script) "W") March 13, Saturday July 5, Monday November 7, Friday Students' Spring break begins University holiday Last day to withdraw from all courses July 16, Friday with automatic "W" March 22, Monday Class work resumes Last day to drop a course (grade of November 26, Wednesday "W") Last day to withdraw from all courses March 26, Friday July 16, Friday with assigned "W" or "F" Enrollment for Summer and Fall begins Last day to withdraw from all courses November 27, Thursday April 9, Friday with automatic "W" University holiday begins Last day to drop a course (grade of "W") July 23, Friday December 1, Monday Last day to withdraw from all courses Class work resumes April 9, Friday with assigned "W" or "F" December 1-5, Monday-Friday Last day to withdraw from all courses with automatic "W" July 30, Friday Pre-finals week Class work ends April 23, Friday December 8-12, Monday-Friday August 3, Tuesday Final examinations Last day to withdraw from all courses with assigned "W" or "F" Grades due from faculty December 12, Friday April 26-30, Monday-Friday Short summer sessions are usually held Class work ends Pre-finals week for three weeks, May 17-June 4 December 16, Tuesday for four weeks, June 7-July 2 May 3-7, Monday-Friday Grades due from faculty for four weeks, July 6-30 Final examinations December 24-January 1, Wednesday Proportionate dates for fee refunds, drop- through Thursday ping, and withdrawing apply to block University holidays and short courses.

Oklahoma State University 7 The University

Oklahoma State University was sonal attention in a friendly environment. enrollment is from Oklahoma; 14 percent founded on December 25, 1890, as The size of the University has many from other states; and four percent from Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical distinct advantages. It has 2 million more than 115 foreign countries. Of the College, just twenty months after the Land volumes in the library, modern research undergraduate population, 52 percent Run of 1889. When the first students as- laboratories and equipment, excellent are men and 48 percent are women. sembled for class on December 14, 1891, physical education, recreation and Minorities make up 19 percent of the no buildings, books or curriculum existed. student union facilities, nationally-recog- undergraduate student body. The gradu- In 1894, two and one-half years after nized residence halls programs, out- ation rate of full-time, degree-seeking classes began in local churches, 144 standing cultural events, and 36 nation- undergraduate students is 50 percent. students moved into the first academic ally-affiliated fraternities and sororities, The graduate student enrollment totals building, later known as Old Central, on that provide a stimulating educational 4,336. Of these students, approximately the southeast corner of campus. In 1896, and social environment. 310 enroll through OSU-Tulsa. Fifty-nine Oklahoma A&M held its first commence- percent are from Oklahoma; 19 percent ment with six male graduates. from other states; and 22 percent from On July 1, 1957, Oklahoma A&M Col- foreign countries. Of the graduate popu- lege became Oklahoma State University. The Mission lation, 56 percent are men and 44 per- Technical branches were established in Oklahoma State University, a modern cent are women. Minorities make up 27 Okmulgee in 1946 and in Oklahoma City comprehensive land grant university, percent of the graduate student body. in 1961. (In 1990 their names were serves the state, national and interna- An annual report regarding gender changed to OSU-Okmulgee and OSU- tional communities by providing its stu- equity in OSU's athletic programs is Oklahoma City.) OSU-Tulsa was formed dents with exceptional academic experi- available upon request from the Athletic from a consortium of universities that were ences and by conducting scholarly Department. originally established in 1982. In July of research and other creative activities 1988, the Oklahoma College of Osteo- that advance fundamental knowledge. pathic Medicine and Surgery (in Tulsa) New knowledge is disseminated to the became the College of Osteopathic Medi- people of Oklahoma and throughout the Facilities cine of OSU. In 2001, it became part of the world. The OSU campus is one of excep- OSU Center for Health Sciences. tional beauty, with modified Georgian OSU is located in Stillwater, a north- style architecture in many of the build- central Oklahoma community with a Athletics Program Mission ings. The main campus encompasses population of more than 38,000. Stillwater Oklahoma State University is commit- 840 acres and more than 200 permanent is approximately 60 miles from the Tulsa ted to providing regionally and nationally buildings. These facilities include the and Oklahoma City metropolitan areas competitive athletics programs as an Edmon Low Library, ranked first in the and is readily accessible from other major integral part of the overall educational state of Oklahoma and one of the largest population centers by interstate highway mission of the University. Sponsored libraries in the entire Southwest. Other and air. programs shall be in compliance with facilities include a large Student Union, This coeducational University has an the highest recognized standards of the the Noble Research Center, the Bartlett enrollment of approximately 26,000 stu- institution and the athletic governing Center for the Studio Arts and the dents on four campuses. It offers bodies. Intercollegiate athletics will Seretean Center for the Performing Arts. operate in harmony with the University's bachelor's, master's and doctor's de- In 1995, Willard Hall was completely stated mission and be committed to the grees in a large number of fields, as well renovated and rededicated as the new as the professional Doctor of Osteopathic intellectual, cultural, physical and social home for the College of Education. development of the student-athletes as Medicine and Doctor of Veterinary Medi- Willard Hall was a 1939 vintage women's individuals. Opportunities for student- cine degrees. Specialist in Education dormitory that now celebrates the past degrees are also offered in selected athletes shall be provided without dis- and creates a vision for the future. For its crimination. fields. efforts in the Willard Hall project, Okla- Although OSU is a large, comprehen- homa State University received an archi- sive university, its size does not minimize tectural award for this historic preserva- the personal attention given to each stu- Student Profile tion of the building. dent. The individual is more than just a In 1996, the University dedicated the number at this university. OSU encour- OSU has a diverse student body. Oklahoma Food and Agricultural Prod- ages all students, when they first enroll, to Students come not only from Oklahoma, ucts Research and Technology Center. identify the college in which they wish to but from across the nation and world. Of This vital facility undergirds the essential major. Once the student has identified his OSU's 29,176 students, approximately mission of the College of Agricultural or her major department, he or she be- 21,804 are on the Stillwater campus, Sciences and Natural Resources by comes a very important individual to the (including 1483 students at OSU-Tulsa), allowing faculty and students the oppor- faculty and advisers of that department. 2,331 at Okmulgee and 4499 at Okla- tunity to investigate the ways and means Because the average number of students homa City, and 542 students at the Col- of adding value to Oklahoma's raw food- majoring in any one department is less lege of Osteopathic Medicine in Tulsa. stuffs. than 150, the student can count on per- Eighty-two percent of the undergraduate

8 The University In 1997, the University opened its $31 for research activities, in addition to In the College of Arts and Sciences, million Advanced Technology Research being a popular regional recreational the medical technology program is ac- Center within the College of Engineering, area. credited by the National Accrediting Architecture and Technology. This Additional properties include 1,900 Association of Clinical Laboratory Sci- multidisciplinary building will further acres in farm land and facilities in Payne ence; the chemistry program is accred- enhance the University's role of being a County, as well as 2,900 acres and vari- ited by the American Chemical Society; front runner in basic engineering and ous structures devoted to research sta- the School of Journalism and Broadcast- related research in a variety of fields that tions around the state. ing as well as the programs in advertis- are relevant to Oklahoma, the United ing, broadcast journalism, news editorial, States and the world. and public relations are accredited by In 1998, the University welcomed the the Accrediting Council on Education in complete renovation of the Classroom General Education Journalism and Mass Communications; the music department is accredited by Building. This building is the principal Oklahoma State University is commit- undergraduate classroom facility for the the National Association of Schools of ted to producing graduates who have a Music, and the theater department by the University. The Classroom Building re- depth of knowledge in their major fields modeling effort gives students an up- National Association of Schools of The- of study and a breadth of general knowl- ater. The program in clinical psychology dated facility with state-of-the-art teach- edge to address issues in a complex ing systems. is accredited by the American Psycho- society. OSU graduates have a mastery logical Association; the program in com- In 1999, construction was completed of a specific subject matter and solid, munication sciences and disorders is to add space within the Student Union to diversified general education. With a accredited by the American Speech- incorporate a new area for the Center for commitment to breadth in general edu- Language-Hearing Association. Services to Students. This new space cation, the following philosophy was houses the offices of Admissions, Bursar, adopted in 2001: All programs in the College of Busi- Financial Aid, High School and College ness Administration are fully accredited General Education at Oklahoma State by AACSB International - The Associa- Relations, Registrar and University Aca- University provides students general demic Services in one convenient location to Advance Collegiate Schools of knowledge, skills and attitudes condu- Business. The School of Accounting tion for a combined effort to better assist cive to lifelong learning in a complex students. enjoys separate accreditation by this society. The breadth of general educa- body. In 2000, construction was completed tion requirements stimulates intellectual on the new housing for students with the curiosity, original thought and expres- In the College of Education, the avia- completion of the first of three phases of sion, the capacity for critical analysis and tion programs are accredited by the apartments and suites style accommoda- problem solving, and the ability to make Federal Aviation Administration. OSU tions. Fall 2001 saw the completion of conscious value judgements consistent was the first university in Oklahoma with Phase II, including family housing, apart- with personal needs and the public inter- a program that received this designation. ments and suites. est. General education assists graduates The counseling psychology program and the school psychology program are both In 2001, construction was completed to function in and appreciate the human and natural environment. accredited by the American Psychologi- on the newly remodeled Gallagher-Iba cal Association. The leisure studies Athletic Center that seats approximately program is accredited by the National 13,000 people for athletic, academic and Recreation and Park Association and the entertainment activities. Accreditation American Association for Leisure and Plans are underway for the renovation Recreation, with accredited options in and expansion of the Colvin Recreation Oklahoma State University is accred- leisure service management and thera- Center, Phase III of new student housing, ited by the Higher Learning Commission peutic recreation. All professional edu- makeover of the atherton Hotel located in NCA (A Commission of the North Central cation programs are accredited by the the Student Union, and the remodeling of Association (NCA) of Colleges and National Council for Accreditation of Lewis Stadium. Schools, and programs within the col- Teacher Education, the Oklahoma State OSU is emerging as a leader in net- leges are also accredited. (The NCA Board of Education and the North Central work computing resources. The Univer- may be reached at 30 N. LaSalle Street, Association of Colleges and Schools. sity has applied the student technology Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60601, phone Technical and industrial education is fee in concert with other University re- (800) 621-7440. The internet address is accredited by the Oklahoma State De- sources to create a second-to-none www.hcahigherlearningcommission.org.) partment of Vocational-Technical Educa- networking system on campus that in- In the College of Agricultural Sciences tion. cludes new computer laboratories, high and Natural Resources, the forestry In the College of Engineering, Archi- speed inter-laboratory connectivity, and program is accredited by the Society of tecture and Technology, bachelor's a virtually seamless interface to the ex- American Foresters. The landscape degree programs are accredited by ploding Internet community. It is OSU's architecture program (Bachelor of Land- nationally recognized accreditation belief that the "virtual laboratory" made scape Architecture) is accredited by the organizations. Programs in aerospace possible by the nearly boundless domain American Society of Landscape Archi- engineering, architectural engineering, of the Internet will be the research ve- tects. The landscape contracting pro- biosystems engineering, chemical engi- hicle for the future researcher. gram is certified by the Association of neering, civil engineering, electrical The Lake Carl Blackwell area, located Landscape Contractors of America. In engineering, industrial engineering and eight miles west of Stillwater, is also addition, the College's teacher educa- management, and mechanical engineer- owned by OSU. The area includes ap- tion program in agricultural education is ing are accredited by the Engineering proximately 21,655 acres, including the accredited by the Oklahoma State De- Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the 3,000-acre Lake Carl Blackwell that partment of Education, and the Okla- Accreditation Board for Engineering and provides the water supply for OSU and homa State Department of Vocational- Technology, Inc. (ABET), 111 Market the Stillwater community. It is also used Technical Education. Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202, phone (410) 347-7700, email

Oklahoma State University 9 [email protected]. Programs in same accreditation as programs on the construction management technology, Stillwater campus. Refer to individual electrical engineering technology, fire colleges for the specific agencies. protection and safety technology, and Refer to the appropriate college sec- mechanical engineering technology are tions in the Catalog for further information accredited by the Technology Accredita- on accreditation of specific programs. tion Commission (TAC) of the Accredita- tion Board for Engineering and Technol- ogy, Inc. (ABET) (address above). The program in architecture is accredited by Affirmative Action the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), Accreditation Director, Program National Architectural Accrediting Board, Carolyn Hernandez, Director 1735 New York Ave. NW, Washington D.C. 20066, phone (202) 783-2007. It is the policy of OSU to be an equal opportunity University in all phases of Programs culminating in a B.S. in the operations, toward the end of attaining College of Human Environmental Sci- the University's basic mission and goals. ences are accredited by specialized OSU is committed to providing equal agencies. The Foundation for Interior employment and educational opportunity Design Education Research (FIDER) has on the basis of merit and without regard accredited the undergraduate interior to race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, design program. The pre-production and sex, national origin, disability, status as a the production management apparel The OSU College of Osteopathic veteran of the Vietnam Era, or veteran curricula has received approval from the with a disability. All students are provided Medicine is accredited by the Bureau of American Apparel and Footwear Asso- equal educational opportunity in all ciation (AAFA), one of 10 four year pro- Professional Education of the American Osteopathic Association. phases of the academic program and in grams in North America. The Child De- all phases of the student life programs. velopment Laboratory is licensed by the OSU-Oklahoma City is accredited by state of Oklahoma Department of Human the Commission on Institutions of Higher In support of these principles, OSU Services (DHS) and has received a Education of the North Central Associa- also has a policy prohibiting sexual harassment of students, staff and faculty. Three Star Differential Quality Certifica- tion of Colleges and Schools. In addition, tion from DHS. The Child Development other programs are accredited or certi- The University subscribes to the prin- Lab is also accredited by the accrediting fied by the following institutions: Okla- ciple of the dignity of all persons and their labors. In support of this principle, branch of the National Association for homa Drug and Alcohol Professional the Education of Young Children Counselors Association, National Asso- sexual harassment is condemned in the (NAEYC). Program approval has been ciation for the Education of Young Chil- recruitment, appointment and advance- ment of employees and in the evaluation granted to the early childhood education dren, Rehabilitative Services for Deaf program by the Oklahoma State Board of and Hearing Impaired, State Health De- of students' academic performance. OSU Education. The marriage and family partment for Emergency Medical Techni- is committed to promoting equal opportunity in employment and education for all therapy program is accredited by the cians, Council on Law Enforcement Commission on Accreditation for Mar- Education and Training, National League persons within its constituency in an riage and Family Therapy Education for Nursing Accreditation Commission, environment free from sexual harassment. (COAMFTE) of the American Association 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY for Marriage and Family Therapy. The 10006, (212) 363-5555, Oklahoma Board Respect of each member of the cam- didactic program in dietetics (DPD) and of Nursing, American Veterinary Medical pus community is vital to the individual the dietetic internship program at OSU Association. and the community as a whole. OSU's are both accredited by the Commission OSU-Okmulgee is accredited by the Affirmative Action Program reflects the on Accreditation for Dietetics Education Higher Learning Commission of the University's commitment to equal oppor- (CADE), The American Dietetic Associa- tunity and complies with the legal re- North Central Association of Colleges tion, 216 West Jackson Boulevard, Chi- and Schools. In addition, programs in quirements of federal and state civil cago IL 60606-6995, (312) 899-0040, automotive service technology and auto- rights laws. ext. 5400. The School of Hotel and Res- motive body technology are nationally To adequately meet the needs of taurant Administration is accredited by certified by the National Automotive protected groups, such as the qualified the Accreditation Commission for Pro- Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. disabled, self-identification of employees grams in Hospitality Administration (NATEF). The dietetic technology pro- is encouraged so those eligible can be (ACPHA). gram is accredited by the American afforded every opportunity to take advan- The College of Veterinary Medicine is Dietetic Association (The NCA may be tage of the services offered. All informa- fully accredited by the American Veteri- reached at 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite tion is protected by privacy laws and nary Medical Association. The Oklahoma 2400, Chicago, IL 60601, phone (800) used only for affirmative action purposes. Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is 621-7440. The internet address is accredited by the American Association www.hcahigherlearningcommission.org.). of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, Programs at OSU-Tulsa are fully ac- and the Boren Veterinary Medical Teach- credited by the North Central Association ing Hospital is accredited by the Ameri- of Colleges and Schools (NCA). In addi- can Animal Hospital Association. tion, individual programs in various col- Programs at OSU's branch campuses leges and schools are accredited or have also received accreditation from certified by their respective agencies. national agencies. Programs on the Tulsa campus carry the

10 The University Americans with How to Apply Admission Requirements OSU requires a non-refundable appli- (Residents and Disabilities Act (ADA) cation fee of $25 for all applicants. The fee must accompany a student's Appli- Nonresidents) Compliance Program cation for Admission. To be admitted in good standing a Ken Chance, Director student must graduate from an accred- Freshmen. All applicants seeking admis- ited high school or have earned a Gen- Considerable progress has been sion must complete and submit an Appli- eral Education Diploma (GED) and meet made to enhance ADA access to OSU cation for Admission. A student should both the performance and curricular programs, services, facilities and request that his or her high school coun- requirements listed below. (Accredited grounds. Students with disabilities are selor send to the Office of Admissions a high schools are those fully accredited encouraged to help with such efforts current official high school transcript that by one of the six regional associations of through the ADA Advisory Council for contains class rank and grade-point schools and colleges or by the individual Individuals with Disabilities. In addition, average (6th, 7th, or 8th semester). In state department of education.) students may exercise certain ADA ap- addition, at the time of application a peal "rights" if dissatisfied with student request should be made to have the Performance Requirements. To be services or accommodations. OSU is results of the ACT or SAT sent to the admitted in good standing for the 2002- committed to improving the full and non- Office of Admissions, unless such a 2003 academic year, students must discriminatory participation in all aspects request was made at the time of testing. satisfy at least one of the following performance requirements: of campus life for individuals with disabil- Transfers. Students who have enrolled ities. For more information, contact the in one or more colleges prior to applying 1. achieve a four-year high school grade- Office of ADA Compliance, 316 Student to OSU must complete and submit an point average of 3.00 or higher (on a Union. Application for Admission, and request 4.00 grading scale), and rank scholas- that the registrar at each college send an tically among the top one-third of their official transcript of all work attempted to graduating class; or the Office of Admissions. Students who 2. achieve a grade-point average of 3.00 have earned 23 or fewer hours of col- or higher (on a 4.00 grading scale Entering the lege-level credit should also follow the allowing for additional weighting for procedure outlined above for first-time A.P. courses) in the required 15 core University— freshmen. high school courses (see "Curricular Readmission. A student who has at- Requirements" listed below); or Admissions tended OSU, but was not enrolled during 3. attain an ACT composite score of 22 or the immediate past semester (except the higher or a total SAT composite score Gordon L. Reese, Director summer session) must file an updated of 1020 or higher. Paulette Cundiff, Coordinator, Application for Admission. A student who Curricular Requirements. All students Admissions Operations has enrolled in another college or uni- beginning college work after July 1, 1997 versity since last attending OSU, must Linda Owens, Coordinator, must have completed the following cur- submit a transcript from each school. ricular requirements for admission: Admissions Programs Admission status will be determined after Karen Huff, Coordinator, International an evaluation of all previous work has Subjects Years Admissions been made. English 4 Karen R. Mott, Coordinator, Transfer (grammar, composition and literature) Credit Evaluations Residential Life Lori Beth McDonald, Computer Mathematics 3 Support Specialist All freshmen are required to live on (algebra I and above) campus their first year. For exceptions, History 2 see the "Residential Life" section of the (American history required) Catalog. The University offers a variety of Application living and food service arrangements to Laboratory science 2 satisfy most students. A Residence Hall Citizenship 1 Procedure Application is included in the Application (economics, geography, government, Packet and should be submitted early in or non-Western culture) the senior year of high school to ensure Other 3 When to Apply a first-choice assignment. Opportunities (from any of the above, or foreign lan- It is advisable to apply for admission also abound for transfer students who guage, or computer science) desire to experience life on campus. several months in advance of the first In addition to the above requirements, semester in which enrollment is desired. it is recommended that students also Applications for admission are pro- complete the following additional cessed on a "rolling basis." Admission courses: decisions are usually made and appli- Freshman Admission cants notified within a week or two of Fine arts (music, art, Years For purposes of admission, a fresh- or drama); Speech additional 2 receipt of all necessary admission docu- man student is one who has earned no ments. more than six hours of college level Lab science additional 1 credit after graduation from high school. Mathematics additional 1 (This excludes credits earned concur- In addition to the requirements listed rently with high school enrollment, and above, students who have earned any credit earned by examination). hours of college-level credit must also

Oklahoma State University 11 meet university retention standards to be 3. The student has satisfied the high 3. A student receiving high-school-level admitted in good standing (see "Reten- school curricular requirements as instruction at home or from an tion Standards" in "Transfer Admission"). certified by the school official or, if unaccredited high school may be English Proficiency Requirement. All home study, the parent. admitted provisionally as a special new applicants for undergraduate study Correspondence Study Enrollment. student if he or she meets requirement for whom English is a second language Admission to the University is not re- 1.c. above and the requirements be- are required to present a minimum pa- quired for enrollment in correspondence low: per-based score of 500 or a minimum work. However, academic credit for a. 17 years of age or older and computer-based score of 173 on the Test correspondence work will not be appli- achieve an ACT composite score of of English as a Foreign Language cable toward a degree until the student 22 or higher or a total SAT score of (TOEFL). has been formally admitted to the Univer- 1020 or higher; or sity and has secured the approval of the b. be 16 years of age and have appropriate academic officer for such achieved a composite score of 25 or Special Freshman credit. higher on the ACTor a total SAT Admission Programs Non-degree Option. Students who wish score of 1130 or higher. Alternative Admission. Students whose to enroll in courses without intending to A high school student admitted as a high school achievement is below the pursue a degree may be permitted to concurrent student may enroll in a com- standards specified in the performance enroll in up to nine credit hours without bined number of high school and college requirements and/or who are deficient in satisfying admission requirements. If a courses per semester not to exceed a no more than one curricular requirement, student wishes to enroll in additional full-time college work load of 19 semes- may be eligible for admission under the course work (over the nine hours alter credit hours. For purposes of calculat- Alternative Admission Program. Space is lowed) he or she will be required to sat- ing work load, one high school credit limited and only those applicants show- isfy admission requirements. Enrollment course is equivalent to three semester ing the best promise of academic suc- for this program opens two weeks prior to credit hours of college work. For calcula- cess, consistent with OSU's enrollment classes beginning. tion of workload for students in "blocked" goals and objectives, will be admitted. courses, contact the Office of Admis- Priority will be given to those who apply Concurrent Enrollment as a High sions. by January 15, 2002. School Student. A student who is otherwise eligible Adult Admission. Adults 21 years of age 1. A senior student enrolled in an accred- under this policy may enroll in a maxi- or older or individuals on active military ited Oklahoma high school may, if he mum of nine semester credit hours dur- duty may be admitted, after careful con- or she meets the requirements below, ing a summer session, without the ne- sideration is given in determining the be admitted provisionally as a special cessity of being concurrently enrolled in probability of academic success of the student. high school classes during the summer student. It is the opinion of Oklahoma term. The completion of the high school a. attain an ACT composite score of 22 State University that factors such as curricular requirements shall not be or higher or a total SAT score of maturity of the individual, job skills and required of concurrently enrolled high 1020 or higher, or life experiences, motivation, ability to school students for purposes of admis- benefit, and access to educational pro- b. achieve a current cumulative high sion. However, students may only enroll grams should be considered in addition school grade-point average of 3.00 in curricular areas where they have met to past academic achievement in deter- or higher on a 4.00 scale and rank the assessment requirements for college mining probability of academic success. scholastically among the top one- placement. Concurrently admitted high Opportunity Admission Program. Stu- third of his or her graduating class. school students will not be allowed to dents who have not graduated from high c. be eligible to complete requirements enroll in any zero-level courses de- school but whose composite score on for graduation from high school signed to remove high school deficien- the ACT, or combined verbal and math- (including curricular requirements cies. ematics scores on the SAT places them for college admission) no later than Assessment/Course Placement. To help at the 99th percentile, may apply for full the spring of the senior year, as ensure that a student possesses the admission. Admissibility will depend on attested by the high school principal. skills necessary to be successful in col- test scores, evaluation of maturity level, Students must also provide a letter of lege, he or she must obtain a 19 ACT and whether the experience will be in the recommendation from their counse- subject score(s) in science reasoning, best interest of the student, both intellec- lor, principal, and written permission mathematics, and/or English to enroll in tually and socially. from their parents or legal guardian course work in the respective subject Home Study or Unaccredited High 2. An eleventh grade student enrolled in area(s). The student must score at 19 or Schools. An individual who is a graduate an accredited Oklahoma high school higher in reading to enroll in any other of a private, parochial, or other nonpublic may be admitted provisionally as a collegiate course(s) outside the subjects high school which is not accredited by a special student, if he or she meets of science, mathematics and English. recognized accrediting agency is eli- requirement 1.c. above, and the addi- Once a student is concurrently en- gible for admission to the University if: tional requirements listed below. rolled at OSU he or she may continue 1. The student has graduated from high a. attain an ACT composite score of 25 enrollment, provided that during the school or a home study program, and or higher or a total SAT score of concurrent enrollment period the student achieves a college grade-point average 2. The student has attained an ACT com- 1130 or higher; or of 2.00 or higher, and upon graduation posite score of 22 or higher, or a total b. achieve a current cumulative high from high school meets both the perfor- SAT composite score of 1020 or school grade-point average of 3.50 mance and curricular requirements for higher, and or higher on a 4.00 scale. admission.

12 The University 1. Transfer students seeking admission to OSU from colleges or universities International accredited by the North Central Asso- ciation or other regional associations Admission will be given full recognition of their International students are required to credits earned providing: meet academic performance standards (a) They are in good academic stand- which are equivalent to those estab- ing at the institution from which lished for all nonresident applicants. they are transferring, and Application Procedure. For purposes of (b) They have a cumulative grade- admission, an international student is point average of 2.00 or higher (on defined as "a student who is, or will be, in a 4.00 scale) for all college-level the United States on a non-immigrant work attempted. student visa." This specifically refers to the Student (F) and Exchange Visitor (J) (c)They meet the curricular require- visas. All international students are con- ments listed in the "Freshman sidered nonresident students. The Uni- Admission" section, or have versity will process the International remediated any curricular defi- Student Application and Financial Guar- ciency. antee form for undergraduate admission 2.Transfer students who have earned (freshman and transfer) only after all the Transfer Admission between seven and 23 hours of col- following items have been submitted: lege-level credit must satisfy both 1. Application for Admission and a fee of OSU requires a non-refundable appli- freshman admission requirements U.S. $50.00 made payable to OSU. cation fee of $25 for all applicants. The (see "Freshman Admission" section) fee must accompany a student's Appli- and the requirements listed in 1. 2. One official or certified true copy of cation for Admission. above. each academic record with a certified English translation. Students enrolled For the purpose of determining admis- 3. Transfer students seeking admission to at U.S. institutions may have certified sion, a transfer student is one who has OSU from colleges or universities not true copies of their foreign records earned a minimum of seven or more accredited by a regional association sent by their current institution. Aca- semester hours of college-level credit may be given full recognition for their demic records may comprise one or after graduation from high school. (Stu- credits earned when the credit is ap- more of the following: dents with fewer than seven semester propriate to the students' degree pro- hours of college-level credit are classi- grams and after OSU has validated the a. Secondary school records (yearly fied as freshmen, and should refer to the courses through examination. To be mark sheets or transcripts). "Freshman Admission" section.) admissible, applicants must meet the b. Records from each college or uni- conditions above. versity attended (yearly mark sheets Pre-engineering (Nonresidents of Okla- or transcripts). Oklahoma Residents homa). Engineering is a competitive c. National examination results. Students may transfer to Oklahoma program; therefore, enrollment prefer- 3. An official Test of English as a Foreign State University from within the state ence is given to Oklahoma residents. In system according to the following crite- Language (TOEFL) with a minimum addition to the above requirements, a score of 500 on the paper-based ex- ria: nonresident of Oklahoma applying for amination or a 173 on the computer- 1. Students who have earned between admission to pre-engineering must meet based examination taken within the seven and 23 hours of college-level requirements determined by the College last two years. credit must satisfy both freshman ad- of Engineering. These requirements may mission requirements (see "Freshman exceed those required for residents of 4. Documented evidence of financial Admission" section) and the retention Oklahoma. (See "Admission Require- support. standards listed below. ments" in the "College of Engineering, Freshman Admission (International

2. Students who have earned 24 or more Architecture and Technology" section.) Students). For the purpose of determin- hours of college-level credit must meet English Proficiency Requirement. All ing admission, a freshman student is one who has earned fewer than seven high school curricular requirements new applicants for undergraduate study (see "Freshman Admission Require- for whom English is a second language semester hours of college-level credit. ments") and the retention standards are required to present a minimum pa- Students completing their secondary level education outside of the U.S. are listed below. per-based score of 500 or a minimum computer-based score of 173 on the Test required to meet equivalent U.S. high Retention Standards. The standards school performance standards. Students pertaining to the retention of students of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). who have not earned any college-level pursuing study in undergraduate pro- credit should refer to the "Freshman grams at OSU are: Readmission. A student who has at- Admission" section for nonresidents of 0 through 30 semester hours 1.70 tended OSU but was not enrolled during Oklahoma. Students who have earned the immediate past semester (except the 31 or more semester hours 2.00 one to six semester hours of college- summer session) must file an updated level credit should refer to both the Application for Admission. A student who "Freshman Admission" and the "Transfer Nonresidents of has enrolled in another college or uni- Admission" sections for nonresidents of versity since last attending OSU, must Oklahoma. Oklahoma submit a transcript from each school. Transfer Admission (International Stu- Students may transfer to Oklahoma Admission status will be determined after dents). For the purpose of determining State University from outside the state an evaluation of the previous work has been made. admission, a transfer student is one who according to the following criteria: has earned seven or more semester

Oklahoma State University 13 hours of college-level credit. Students ever, students should take into consider- exam forms at the Seretean Wellness who have earned fewer than 24 semes- ation that campus employment opportu- Center by the eighth week of the semester hours of college-level credit should nities are limited. Students holding F-1 or ter. refer to both the "Freshman Admission" J-1 visas are almost never permitted by Immunizations. A record of immuniza- and "Transfer Admission" sections for INS to work outside of the University tions must be submitted by each new nonresidents of Oklahoma. Students who campus, and can be deported from the student by the sixth week of the semes- have earned 24 or more semester hours United States if they are found to be in ter. This requirement includes proof or of college-level credit should refer to the violation of this regulation. documentation of vaccination for "Transfer Admission" section for nonresi- Students must notify INS when transfer- measles—two doses of measles vac- dents of Oklahoma. ring from one U.S. institution to another. cine, mumps, polio, rubella, and teta- In evaluating college-level credit for Students with F-1 status transferring from nus—diphtheria. course work completed outside of the another U.S. institution must have his or Students will receive the Medical His- U.S., OSU requires that the institution her I-20 processed for transfer by the tory and Immunization Record at enroll- where the credit was earned and the Office of International Students and ment, or students may contact University program of study be recognized as ter- Scholars at OSU within 15 days of the first Health Services. tiary level through the standards set by enrollment. The student with J-1 status the country where the institution is lo- should contact the foreign student ad- Tuberculosis Testing. All new students cated. OSU evaluates semester credit viser at his or her current institution and at OSU are required to comply with a hours and grades earned based on U.S. the Office of International Student Ser- tuberculosis (TB) testing policy. This equivalency standards. vices at OSU. policy affects all students based on residency and health status. All students Readmission (International Students). It is the student's responsibility to ob- who meet the criteria below must provide An international student who has attain the correct visa and to maintain his evidence of having been tested for tuber- tended OSU but did not attend OSU the or her status while in the United States. culosis within the six months prior to immediate past semester must file an Conditions that apply to F-1 or J-1 status coming to OSU or during the first semes- updated Application for Admission and are summarized on the I-20 and IAP-66, ter of attendance: an updated Financial Guarantee. A stu- and are explained in detail during the dent who has attended another college mandatory international student orienta- a. currently holding a visa from the U.S. or university since last attending OSU tion program. If a student is out of status, Immigration Service; must submit a transcript of all work at- or has questions regarding INS regula- b. being a U.S. citizen presently or previ- tempted after leaving OSU. If the tions and OSU procedures, he or she ously residing outside the U.S.; student's grade-point average meets should contact the Office of International c. having a health or medical condition minimum University and department Students and Scholars at OSU. that suppresses the immune system; standards, and his or her disciplinary It is the responsibility of each interna- d. knowing of exposure to someone with record is satisfactory, he or she will be tional student to understand and abide active tuberculosis disease. readmitted to OSU. by the INS regulations affecting his or her To comply with the testing require- Engineering Program Admission (Inter- stay in the U.S. ment, the student must provide a medical national Students). Engineering is a record in English from a physician, clinic competitive program; therefore, enroll- or hospital indicating having been tested ment preference is given to Oklahoma for tuberculosis or provide documenta- residents. In addition to the above re- Beginning the tion of a negative chest x-ray within the quirements, an international student previous six months. These records must applying for admission to pre-engineer- Enrollment Process include the date of the test(s) and the ing must meet requirements determined Enrollment Information. After admission results of the test(s). The student must: by the College of Engineering. These is granted, all students will receive de- requirements may exceed those required tailed enrollment information. The fall for residents of Oklahoma. (See "Admis- semester enrollment process for fresh- sion Requirements" in the "College of men is completed during scheduled Engineering, Architecture and Technol- orientation sessions conducted on cam- ogy" section.) pus during the summer. Parents are Immigration Issues. The Immigration welcome and are encouraged to partici- and Naturalization Service (INS) requires pate in the enrollment process with the that international students file a statement student. with the University showing adequate Physical Examination. All new students financial support for their education. OSU are required to complete a physical has its own financial guarantee form that examination. OSU Board of Regents international students need to complete policy allows two options to satisfy this as a requirement to receive the I-20 or requirement: the student may complete a IAP-66. Oklahoma State University has Health Risk Assessment (HRA) furnished almost no financial assistance for inter- by OSU during the first semester; or the national students. student may go to a physician of choice Students should not plan to finance at his or her expense, have a physical their education with employment. Stu- exam, and submit the physical exam dents who are maintaining their immigra- report to the Seretean Wellness Center. tion status, and making appropriate New students will automatically be progress toward their degrees are eli- billed $20.00 for the HRA during the first gible to apply for on-campus University semester of enrollment. Students exercis- employment for 20 hours per week. How- ing the second option will have the fee waived upon receipt of their physical

14 The University a. have the following procedure for the 3. An individual is not deemed to have Residence Status Criteria. skin test using 1.1 ml of Purified Protein acquired status as a resident of Okla- Derivative, (Mantoux), solution intra- homa until he or she has been in the Independent Student Criteria: Students dermally to the inner forearm. Results state for at least a year primarily as a who have achieved majority privileges must be read within 48-72 hours of permanent resident and not merely as (are 18 years of age or older), can pro- administration and must include mea- a student. Likewise, an individual vide adequate proof of independence surement of redness and induration in classified as a resident of Oklahoma from parental or legal guardian domicile, mm. shall not be reclassified as a nonresi- and have come to Oklahoma with the intention of establishing domicile, may or dent until 12 months after having left Oklahoma to live in another state. be granted residence classification at b. submit to a TB skin test at the OSU the next enrollment period after the expi- Student Health Center during the first 4. All married persons shall be treated as ration of 12 consecutive months follow- semester at OSU. equal under this policy. Therefore, ing the establishment of domicile in each spouse in a family shall establish or Oklahoma. Spouses must establish proof his or her own residence status on a of residence on a separate basis. c. provide a medical record indicating separate basis. Exceptions include successful treatment for TB disease. (a) when a nonresident marries an In addition to the aforementioned criteria, independent students seeking The student should be aware that the already-established resident of Okla- homa, the nonresident may be consid- reclassification as residents of Oklahoma BCG vaccination does NOT exempt the must meet the following criteria for the student from the testing requirement. ered a resident after documentation of the marriage and proof of domicile are current and immediately preceding year: satisfied, and (b) as provided under the 1. The student must not have been "Full-time Professional Practitioner or claimed as an exemption for state and Residence Worker" provision. federal tax purposes by his or her 5. The burden of proof of residence sta- nonresident parent(s). Classification for tus or domicile shall be upon the appli- 2. The student must prove self-support as Purposes of Admission cant. Students filing an appeal for evidenced by having provided the reclassification of his or her residence majority of funds for his or her own up- and Fees status shall do so on forms provided or keep. (See also "Admission-Withdrawal" approved by the Oklahoma State Re- 3. The student must have maintained a section of the "Academic Regulations.") gents for Higher Education. continuous residence in Oklahoma for at least 12 months. The admission requirements to Okla- 6. Initial classification as a nonresident homa State University may vary for resi- student shall not prejudice the right of Dependent Student Criteria: For the dents and for nonresidents of the state; a person to be reclassified thereafter purpose of establishing residence status, therefore, prospective students should for subsequent semesters or terms of the legal residence of dependent stu- determine their residence status before enrollment as an Oklahoma resident dents is that of their parent(s) or legally- examining the admission requirements. provided proof of residence can be appointed guardian. Dependent students Although the following policy statement established. may become independent through mar- is not necessarily inclusive of all regula- riage, formal court action, abandonment tions governing the classifications of Definition of Residence Terms. by parents, or positive actions demon- resident and nonresident students for the strating separation from the parent's Residents of Oklahoma: Residents of domicile. Students who can provide purpose of fee payment, it should, never- Oklahoma are those who have lived theless, be of assistance to most stu- adequate proof of complete emancipa- continuously in the state for at least 12 tion, and have come to Oklahoma with dents in determining their residence consecutive months and whose domi- status. Administration of the state's resi- the intention of establishing domicile ciles are in Oklahoma. Students' domi- may be granted residence classification dence policy as it applies to Oklahoma ciles are their permanent homes—the State University students is designated to at the next enrollment period after the places where they intend to remain and expiration of 12 consecutive months the Office of Admissions. Questions are expected to return. Students can concerning interpretation of the policy following the establishment of domicile in have more than one residence, but only Oklahoma. should be directed to the admissions one domicile. director for a ruling. International Student Criteria: An indi- Independent Persons: Independent vidual who is not a citizen of the United Regulations governing the residence persons are those enjoying majority status of students are the responsibility of States may become eligible for classifi- privileges (are legally emancipated from cation as an Oklahoma resident provided the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher their parent(s) or guardian) and who are Education and apply to all colleges and that he or she holds permanent resident responsible for their own care, custody status as defined by the Immigration and universities of the Oklahoma State Sys- and support. tem of Higher Education. Naturalization Service, evidenced by the Dependent Persons: Dependent per- documents required under applicable sons are those under the care, custody Basic Principles Governing Residence. federal law, who has resided in Okla- and support of their parent(s) or other homa for at least 12 consecutive months 1. Attendance at an educational institu- legally sanctioned parental surrogates. and who meets the criteria for establish- tion is interpreted as temporary resi- Full-time Students: Full-time students are ment of domicile. dence; therefore, a student neither those enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit Military Personnel: Students enrolled at gains nor loses residence status solely hours per semester in an academic year, Oklahoma State University while on full- by such attendance. or a minimum of six credit hours during a time active duty in the Armed Forces are 2. A nonresident student attending an summer session. considered to be temporary residents in Oklahoma college or university on the state; therefore, they neither gain nor more than a half-time basis is pre- lose resident status. Members of the sumed to be in the state primarily for Armed Forces stationed in Oklahoma, educational purposes.

Oklahoma State University 15 their spouses, and dependent children the spring. New students receive infor- may be admitted without payment of mation about these programs after being nonresident tuition so long as they con- admitted to the University. Enrollment tinue to be stationed in the state in full- and orientation activities include career time military service and under military counseling, academic advising and orders. course selection, and an introduction to Full-time Professional Practitioner or campus facilities and services. During Worker: An individual who provides the program, students meet with aca- evidence of having come to Oklahoma to demic advisers who are available to practice a profession on a full-time basis, assist in the planning of academic pro- conduct a business full-time, or work on grams and the exploration of interest a full-time basis shall be declared an areas. Parents are encouraged to partici- Oklahoma resident along with his or her pate in these programs. spouse and dependent children so long as he or she continues in such full-time employment capacity. ALPHA Program ALPHA is the fall orientation program designed for all students new to Okla- homa State University. It is coordinated through the Office of Student Affairs. The Enrollment and program is a combined effort of the Uni- versity and the local community to pro- Records vide a sense of belonging and well-being for new students. ALPHA provides an est priority. Some exceptions to this basic opportunity for new students to begin the C. Wesley Holley, University priority may be necessary to accommo- process of adjusting to the University date bona fide student needs, such as a Registrar environment prior to the arrival of Joan M. Payne, Associate Registrar special priority for physically disabled upperclass students. The ALPHA experi- students. The Office of Academic Affairs Ada Davis, Assistant Registrar ence encourages students to become determines enrollment priorities, and Lori Klimkowski, Assistant Registrar aware of the services, resources, and enrollment schedules and priorities are people available to them and to begin to Linda Testerman, Administrative published in the Schedule of Classes develop peer relationships. ALPHA be- each semester. Associate gins on the Friday before classes start in Linda S. Gambill, Coordinator, August. Specific information is mailed Enrollment Services during the summer months to all new Late Enrollment students who have been admitted. Linda J. Bentley, Coordinator, A student is permitted to enroll during Publications the first week of a semester or through Shirilyn Dehls, Coordinator, Student Continuing Students the third day of a summer session or on Records the first day of a summer short course. A Students currently enrolled at OSU student enrolling late will pay a late en- Paula M. Barnes, Coordinator, may enroll for the subsequent semester Veterans' Eligibility rollment fee. The late enrollment fee will during specified periods of the current not be charged on or prior to the first day Linda Sanders, Specialist, Degree semester. Priority for these enrollment of a summer short course. Audits periods addresses the needs of students Carol Dobson, Support Specialist in relation to graduation proximity, with priority based on number of hours Identification Cards earned. Prior to the specific enrollment periods, students and academic advisers As part of the enrollment process, Student Enrollment consult regarding course selections. each new student is issued a photo Advisers clear all students for enrollment identification card. This card, along with Enrollment is the process whereby on the computer. Advisers may sign a the current fee receipt, establishes the students are counseled by academic Trial Schedule form for students wishing student's identity as an OSU student and advisers regarding course selection and to enroll in the Sectioning Room of the authorizes access to certain University placement, and the subsequent schedul- Student Union, or students wishing to facilities. Lost or stolen identification ing of those courses. A student must be self-enroll may do so on the Internet or cards will be replaced at a nominal fee admitted to the University prior to the use the Telephone Response System. An with proper photo identification from the enrollment process. (See "Entering the overdue account with the University or student. University.") All new freshman and trans- other enrollment holds will prevent fer students are required to submit an completion of the enrollment process. advance fee payment prior to participa- Change of Schedule Priority Enrollment. Currently enrolled/ tion in the enrollment process. Adding Courses. Approval of the continuing students register for summer student's adviser is required for adding a and fall classes during the latter part of course. The sixth day of a regular semes- First-time Students the preceding spring semester, and for ter or the third class day of a summer (Freshmen and Transfer) spring classes during the latter part of the session is the last day a course may be preceding fall semester. In order to facili- added (nonrestrictive). A short course The fall enrollment and orientation tate access to courses required for timely may be added no later than the first day period for new freshmen takes place degree completion, a student's priority for of the short course. With instructor ap- during the summer months, while enroll- enrollment generally follows academic proval, a course may be added during ment for new transfer students begins in class level with seniors having the high-

16 The University the second week of classes of a regular official withdrawal, and hand carry the Farm Road and Orchard Street. (Internet semester or the fourth or fifth day of a form to the appropriate offices to com- address is www.osupd.okstate.edu.) summer session (restrictive). plete the process. If the student is unable Dropping Courses. Dropping refers to to appear in person, the request for with- the dropping of one or more courses drawal may be initiated through the mail Veteran Services while remaining enrolled in at least one or by phone to the student's dean's of- Oklahoma State University maintains a other OSU course for a given semester. fice. Beginning with the Fall 1998 semes- full-time office of veteran services for the Courses may not be dropped without the ter, a student who withdraws prior to the convenience of veterans and their de- approval of the student's academic ad- end of the 12th week of a regular semes- pendents. OSU is an approved institution viser. ter or the sixth week of a summer ses- for students to receive education benefits sion, or proportionate periods for block or by the Department of Veteran Affairs Beginning with the Fall 2002 semes- short courses, will receive a grade of "W" (DVA). Information and assistance is ter, at anytime through the sixth day of a (withdrawn) on the student's academic regular semester or through the third day available for completion of appropriate record. A student who withdraws after the forms necessary to apply for education of the eight-week summer session, or 12th week of a regular semester or the benefits. The DVA has specific require- during the proportionate period for block sixth week of a summer session but prior or short courses, a student may drop a ments regarding course work and atten- to "Pre-finals Week," will receive a grade dance; contact the veterans representa- course, and no record of the course will of "W" (withdrawn) or "F" (failing) as as- tive for further information. The office is appear on the student's academic signed by the instructor of each course. record. located in the Office of the Registrar, The grade of "W" or "F" will be recorded 322 Student Union. Beginning with the Fall 1998 semes- on the student's academic record and ter, after the deadline for dropping with the grade of "F" will be calculated in the no record, but prior to the end of the 12th grade-point average. Faculty and Staff week of a regular semester or the sixth After the beginning of "Pre-finals Week" Enrollment in University week of a summer session, or proportion- a student may not withdraw from the Courses ate periods for block or short courses, a University and will be assigned only the student may drop a course and the grade grade of "A," "B," "C," "D," or "F" or (when Employees may audit courses after of "W" (dropped) will be recorded on the appropriate) "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," or "R" by securing an audit form and paying one- student's academic record. the instructor of each course at the end half the general fee. Any individual 65 After the 12th week of a regular se- of the semester or summer session. years or older may audit a class at no mester, or the sixth week of a summer charge. session, or proportionate periods for Faculty. Permanent (tenure track), full- block or short courses, a student may not Vehicle Registration and time (100%) members of the faculty may drop a course and will be assigned only Parking Regulations enroll for credit in one course per semes- the grade of "A", "B", "C," "D" or "F," or, ter or a maximum of five hours during Any vehicle driven on the campus of when appropriate "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," or normally scheduled working hours and the University by an OSU student should "R" by the instructor at the end of the pay one-half the general and activity fees be currently registered with the Depart- semester. (Exceptions to this policy may in effect at that time. Exceptions may be ment of Public Safety. When a vehicle is be allowed by petition due to verifiable permitted only with approvals of the registered, the student will be given an extraordinary circumstances. The peti- department head, dean and appropriate OSU vehicle registration decal at no tion process is initiated in the student's vice-president. If enrollment does not cost. The decal is solely for the purpose dean's office. A petition requires the exceed one course, only the department of registration and does not afford the signatures of the student's instructor, head's approval is needed to receive a student on-campus parking privileges. adviser and dean with the grade of "W" or fee waiver. If the employee is enrolled in "F" assigned by the instructor.) Each student is allowed one paid more than one course, the employee's A student may not drop any course in parking permit. The parking permit fee is dean and vice-president must also give which a formal charge of academic charged to a student's OSU account. In approval for a fee waiver. Some courses dishonesty is pending against the stu- order to obtain a parking permit, the taught through extension and correspon- dent. If the student is absolved of the following items should be presented to dence study are excluded. For more formal charge, he or she may drop the the OSU Police Department: a completed information, refer to the Policy and Proce- course with either a "W" or "F," (according Vehicle Registration form, student I.D., dures Letters. and, if living in a residence hall, a Resi- to the drop grade policy), appearing on Administrative/Professional and Clas- dence Hall contract. the academic record. If the student is sified Staff. Permanent, full-time (100%) found guilty, the instructor may take ap- Parking permits for motorcycles, mo- active status staff members who meet the propriate disciplinary action, including tor-propelled bicycles and scooters may academic requirements of the University assigning the grade "F" for the assign- be purchased, and such permit holders may enroll for credit and pay one-half the ment or the course. will be provided special parking areas. general and activity fees in effect at that Bicycle registration may be obtained time. Enrollment in University courses without charge, an advantage in the which meet during the staff member's Withdrawing from the event the bicycle is stolen or lost. When normal working hours will be limited to University bicycles are recovered by the OSU Po- one course or a maximum of five hours. Withdrawing refers to withdrawing lice, they are checked against bicycle There is no limit on the number of from all courses for which a student is serial numbers maintained in the regis- courses a staff member may enroll in enrolled for a given semester, and there- tration files for return to the rightful own- after normal working hours. If enrollment fore the student is no longer enrolled. ers. does not exceed one course, only the The withdrawal process is initiated in the A copy of the OSU Parking Rules and department head's approval is needed to student's dean's office. The student Regulations is available from the Parking receive a fee waiver. If the staff member should appear in person, request an Office, 104 USDA Building, located at is enrolled in more than one course, his

Oklahoma State University 17 or her dean and vice-president must also Copies of transcripts from other institu- addresses; electronic mail addresses give approval for a fee waiver. Some tions cannot be furnished. assigned or provided by the institution or courses taught through extension and provided to the University by the student; correspondence study are excluded. For telephone number; date and place of more information, refer to the Policy and Students' Rights to birth; major field of study; weight and Procedures Letters. Privacy height of students participating in officially recognized sports; dates of atten- The Family Educational Rights and dance at Oklahoma State University; Privacy Act of 1974 (Buckley Amend- degrees, honors, and awards granted or ment) was designed to protect the pri- Official Records received; academic classification such vacy of educational records, to establish as freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, the right of students to inspect and review etc.; sex; educational institutions previ- their educational records in all offices, ously attended; degree(s) held, date(s) Grade Reports and to provide guidelines for the correc- granted, and institution(s) granting such Reports of the grades of all students tion of inaccurate or misleading data degree(s); dissertation or thesis title; are compiled and released shortly after through informal and formal hearings. the end of each semester by the Office of adviser or thesis adviser; participation in the Registrar. These reports are made An OSU student has the right to: officially recognized organizations, ac- available electronically to the students, 1. Inspect and review information con- tivities, and sports. the students' advisers and the students' tained in his or her educational "School official" is defined as an indi- deans. records. vidual currently serving as a member of 2. Challenge the contents of the educa- the Oklahoma State University Board of Official Transcripts tional record. Regents or classified as faculty, adminis- 3. Have a hearing if the outcome of a trative, or professional, and the staff such All official transcripts of students' aca- challenge is unsatisfactory. school officials supervise. "Legitimate demic records at OSU are prepared and educational interest" is defined as an released by the Office of the Registrar. 4. Submit an explanatory statement for interest which results from the duties The official transcript includes the aca- inclusion in the educational record, if officially assigned to a school official and demic record, both undergraduate and the outcome of the hearing is unsatis- which are related to such a school graduate. It contains the signature of a factory. official's responsibility for facilitating the University official and the official, im- 5. Secure a copy of the institutional student's development. printed seal of the University. Primary policy, which includes the location of usage of the official transcript is for appli- all educational records. cation for transfer to other academic 6. Prevent disclosure, with certain excep- institutions and for employment pur- tions, of personally identifiable infor- poses. mation from the educational record. Transcripts of academic records at the Withholding Disclosure of Informa- University may be ordered in person, by tion. Currently enrolled students may mail from the Office of the Registrar, or by withhold disclosure of directory informa- signed fax at 405-744-8426, Transcripts tion. A student may file with the Office of Section, 322 Student Union, Oklahoma the Registrar a written request not to State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma release directory information. The Uni- 74078-1013. Official transcripts will not versity assumes that failure on the part of be available until approximately one any student to specifically request the week after final examinations. Requests withholding of directory information indi- should include the following: cates individual approval for disclosure. 1. Student's full name (include maiden or Access to Records. No other informa- other name if applicable). tion regarding students' educational 2. Student I.D. number. records may be disclosed to anyone 3. Birthdate. without written consent of students, except to "school officials" who have a 4. The last semester the student "legitimate educational interest" in the attended. student. 5. Whether the current semester grades Students, or parents of dependent and degree are to be included when a students, may inspect and review their transcript is ordered near the end of a educational records. Some form of photo semester. identification must be displayed before 6. Full names of the recipients of the access to educational records will be transcripts, whether they are agencies, allowed. Parents of a dependent student colleges, or individuals. Complete may challenge denial of access by pro- mailing addresses should also be ducing the most current copy of Internal included. Revenue Form 1040. 7. Student's signature. (This is the Definitions. "Educational Record" refers student's authorization to release the to those records which are directly re- records to the designee.) lated to a student and are maintained by A student having delinquent financial an educational institution. obligations to the University will not be "Directory Information" includes: granted a transcript. student's name; local and permanent

18 The University Oklahoma Residents Nonresidents of Oklahoma Costs Lower-division courses Lower-division courses $65.25 Resident tuition $65.25 Resident tuition $6.13 Student activity fee $6.13 Student activity fee $1.00 Student assessment fee $ 1.00 Student assessment fee Fees and Tuition $7.30 Facility fee $7.30 Facility fee $2.25 Library resources fee $2.25 Library resources fee It is extremely important that students $5.00 Technology fee* $5.00 Technology fee* carefully consider the total financing of $86.93 Total per credit hour $148.20 Nonresident tuition their education, from the entering term to $235.13 Total per credit hour the completion of the degree. If financial $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian fee help will be needed beyond those funds fee per semester $54.00 Student health services per semester which the student or the family is able to $54.00 Student health services provide, the student should make the fee per semester** fee per semester** necessary applications for financial $5.00 Records maintenance fee per semester $5.00 Records maintenance assistance well in advance of enroll- fee per semester ment. Students should pay particular Upper-division courses Upper-division courses attention to early deadlines for applica- $69.55 Resident tuition tion for grants, scholarships, work-study, $6.13 Student activity fee $69.55 Resident tuition and Perkins Loans. While the needs and $1.00 Student assessment fee $6.13 Student activity fee resources of each student differ, the $7.30 Facility fee $1.00 Student assessment fee University can provide a general list of $2.25 Library resources fee $7.30 Facility fee fees and expenses normally encoun- $5.00 Technology fee* $2.25 Library resources fee tered. $5.00 Technology fee* $91.23 Total per credit hour Students are given information at the $166.75 Nonresident tuition $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian $257.98 Total per credit hour time they complete their enrollment on fee per semester the procedures and deadlines for pay- $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian fee $54.00 Student health services per semester ment of tuition and fees. (See "Financial fee per semester** Obligations" elsewhere in the Catalog.) $54.00 Student health services $5.00 Records maintenance fee per semester** The required fees and nonresident fee per semester $5.00 Records maintenance fee tuition for Oklahoma State University are Graduate-division courses per semester listed below. General fees and nonresident tuition are based on level of course. $92.00 Resident tuition Graduate-division courses All course offerings are listed by four-digit $6.13 Student activity fee $92.00 Resident tuition numbers with the first digit indicating $7.30 Facility fee $6.13 Student activity fee level of course. Lower-division courses $2.25 Library resources fee $7.30 Facility fee are all courses with the first digit 0 $5.00 Technology fee* $2.25 Library resources fee through 2. Upper-division courses are all $112.68 Total per credit hour $5.00 Technology fee* courses with the first digit 3 or 4. Gradu- $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian $205.45 Nonresident tuition ate-division courses are all courses with fee per semester $318.13 Total per credit hour the first digit 5 or above. $54.00 Student health services $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian fee The figures that follow are for the fee per semester** per semester 2002-2003 academic year. These fees $5.00 Records maintenance $54.00 Student health services are subject to change without notice, as fee per semester fee per semester** provided by University, Board of Regents, $5.00 Records maintenance fee and OSRHE policies. per semester *College of Engineering, Architecture, Technology students pay $19.00 per credit hour. **Students enrolled in six or fewer hours pay $7.00, without use of medical services.

Oklahoma State University 19 College of Osteopathic College of Veterinary Fees for Special Services Medicine Medicine All students pay special fees each Oklahoma Residents semester to contribute to the betterment (2001-02 acad.yr.) and general welfare of the campus com- Oklahoma Residents $3,252.70 Resident tuition munity. The activity fee provides partial $10,507.20 Resident tuition per semester support to such programs, services and per year $54.00 Student activity fee per organizations as the Student Government $84.00 Student activity fee semester (athletic) Association, collegial student councils per year $2.15 Student activity fee per and related student organizations, Allied $100.00 Student computer credit hour Arts, fine arts, athletics, intramural activi- laboratory fee per year $12.50 Cultural and recreational ties and sports clubs, minority student $330.00 Student curriculum services fee per semester organizations, and the Student Activities materials and laboratory $.25 Student senate speakers Office. User's fees, other fund-raising fee (first year) ($220.00 fee per credit hour activities, and, in some cases, member- second year) $68.80 Facility fee per semester ship dues provide the remaining support $108.00 Student health service $3.00 Facility fee/recreation to make these positive, constructive, and fee per year per credit hour meaningful programs and services avail- Direct cost Student liability insurance $2.25 Library resources fee per able to all students. fee per year (maximum) credit hour $15.00 Technology fee per credit The assessment fee provides for skills $90.00 Hepatitis vacine (first hour assessment and evaluation of students' year, optional) $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian capabilities at various stages of their $2.25 Library technical fee per fee per semester academic careers, and to get feedback semester credit hour $54.00 Student health services from students regarding their course work. Nonresidents of Oklahoma fee per semester** $5.00 Records maintenance Students regularly enrolled in the $26,669.30 Nonresident tuition fee per semester University are assessed facility, health per year $171.15 Resident fee per and activity fees that entitle them to use $84.00 Student activity fee per the Student Union, the Colvin Physical year credit hour (less than 15 hours) Education Center, and the Health Clinic, $100.00 Student computer labora- and that provide support for student tory fee per year Nonresidents of Oklahoma governance, organizations and pro- $330.00 Student curriculum $3,252.70 Resident tuition grams. Certain groups of students in materials and laboratory per semester special courses may be on campus for fee (first year) ($220.00 $54.00 Student activity fee per very short time intervals or may be re- second year) semester (athletic) quired by the University to reside off- $108.00 Student health service $2.15 Student activity fee per campus for the entire semester. Such fee per year credit hour students will not be charged health and Direct cost Student liability insurance $12.50 Cultural and recreational activity fees when enrolled (1) only in a fee per year (maximum) services fee per semester specialized course(s) offered for a spe- $90.00 Hepatitis vaccine $.25 Student senate speakers cial interest group and not in any other (first year, optional) fee per credit hour course(s) in the University or (2) in a $2.25 Library technical fee per $68.80 Facility fee per semester course(s) which requires that the student semester credit hour $3.00 Facility fee/recreation reside off the campus for the entire se- per credit hour mester or summer session (medical $2.25 Library resources fee per technology, geology and forestry sum- credit hour mer camps). Such courses typically are $15.00 Technology fee per credit offered at unusual times and presented hour in a concentrated curriculum format. $6,858.60 Nonresident tuition per Other extenuating circumstances may be semester cause to consider denying use of and $2.00 The Daily O'Collegian charge for these facilities or participation fee per semester in activities sponsored by these fees. $54.00 Student health services The library resources fee defrays the fee per semester** cost of equipment, software, and other $5.00 Records maintenance aspects related to operating the on-line fee per semester computerized library service. $360.95 Nonresident fee per The technology fee provides for the credit hour (less than 15 maintenance of existing facilities, and the hours) expansion and development of central **Students enrolled in six or fewer hours pay $7.00, and collegiate facilities, software, and without use of medical services. multimedia capabilities. This fee is ap- portioned between a central (University) College of Veterinary Medicine stu- fee and a college fee; all courses are dents who repeat course work will be charged the central fee (per semester charged an amount per credit hour for credit hour) and the college fee (per Oklahoma residents and nonresidents. semester credit hour) based on the rate Nonresidents will also be charged non- approved for the college that teaches the resident tuition per credit hour. specific course.

20 The University Students enrolled in seven or more be charged to the student's Bursar ac- will include the summer term immedi- hours per semester will be assessed a count. Additional incidental and personal ately following employment as a gradu- health services fee that includes a fee for expenses such as clothing and enter- ate assistant for the spring semester, comprehensive health and pharmacy tainment will depend upon the individual even though the student is not employed services. Health and pharmacy services student. for that summer term. are available to students enrolled in six Sponsored International Students. It is or fewer hours if the student chooses to the long-established practice of Okla- pay the full fee. homa State University to charge a spe- The records maintenance fee pro- cial administrative/management/pro- Refunds vides for the basic graduation cost, the gramming fee for sponsored international Refunds and deposits that may be due maintenance of the academic record students who need extra assistance and/ a student will be first applied to encum- system, and issuance of official tran- or whose sponsors have indicated a brances owed to the University. scripts. requirement for supplementary assistance. This assistance is beyond the scope of the regular University program Drop Fee Policy Special Class Charges established for domestic students. The Beginning with the Fall 2002 semes- In certain courses, special services, customary fee is $275.00 per semester. It ter, a student dropping a course prior to supplies or equipment may be used. is the established practice and policy of the end of the sixth day of a regular se- Costs for these are not normally covered the University to charge appropriate mester or the third day of the eight week by fees, tuition or departmental operating amounts for such items as special train- summer session, or during the propor- budgets, and, therefore, the cost is in- ing, research costs, enrichment, neces- tionate period for block or short courses, curred by the student. Special charges sary travel and transportation, and other will receive a 100 percent refund of fees. are listed in each semester's class costs as may be required to provide a A student dropping a course after the schedule book. complete and appropriate program of sixth day of a regular semester but prior education for sponsored international to the end of the second week, or after students. The Office of International Stu- the third day of the eight week summer Special Fees dents and Scholars is designated to session through the fifth day, or during Advanced standing examination fee coordinate, expedite, and administer all the proportionate period for block or short Locally developed (no charge) aspects of procedures pertaining to such courses, will receive a 50 percent refund Nationally developed national agency programs of education and training. of fees. No refund of fees will be given for rate Sponsors should direct all matters to the courses dropped after the second week University's Office of International Stu- Application fee for all undergraduate, of a regular semester or the first week of dents and Scholars, 076 Student Union. the eight week summer session. osteopathic medicine, and graduate Electronic mail may be sent to students $25.00 [email protected]. The fax number is Audit without credit same as Oklahoma (405) 744-8120. Withdrawal Fee Policy resident tuition A student withdrawing from the Univer- Automobile parking permit (per year): sity during the first six days of a regular Campus residents $44.00 Fee Policy for Faculty semester or during the three days of an Off-campus residents $54.00 and Staff eight-week summer session will receive Graduation fees: The facility fee, the Daily O'Collegian a refund of fees. The percentage of fees Fourth-year osteopathic fee and the student health center fee are to be refunded: medicine $15.00 waived for permanent, full-time faculty Prior to the end of the sixth day of a regu- Master's thesis binding and staff. These employees are eligible lar semester or the fourth day of an fee each $40.00 to enroll for credit or audit courses and eight-week summer session— Doctoral dissertation binding be charged fees at the rate of one-half 100 percent the amount charged other students un- fee each $60.00 After the sixth day of a regular semester der the University fee waiver policy (one- or the third day of the eight-week sum- Dissertation microfilming fee each half the general fee, for auditing only, and mer session— $50.00 one-half the activity fee). To be eligible 50 percent Health risk assessment fee for first-time under this fee policy, an employee-stu- students $20.00 dent must submit a completed Request After the second week of a semester or International student status maintenance for Faculty-Staff Fee Waiver form to the the first week of a summer session— fee: Office of the Registrar prior to the begin- 0 percent per semester $25.00 ning of classes. If the form is not on file A student withdrawing from a short per summer session $20.00 prior to the beginning of classes, the session will receive a refund during the student will not be granted the waiver in Late enrollment fee: first one-eighth of the session. Title IV fees. after classes begin $25.00 recipients follow federal refund guide- Any individual 65 years or older may lines. Remedial audit a class at no charge. Supplementary fee $24.00 (per credit hour, in addition to the Repayment Policy general fee) Fee Policy for Graduate Financial aid is considered to be used Assistants first for direct educational costs (tuition Other Expenses and fees) and, if the student is in Univer- The University will waive the nonresi- sity housing, for room and board. There- dent tuition for graduate assistants em- Books and supplies used by the stu- fore, if a student financial aid recipient dent are available in the Student Union ployed at least one-fourth time in instruc- withdraws and is eligible for a refund of Bookstore at reasonable prices and may tion, research or extension. Such waiver tuition and fees and/or room and board,

Oklahoma State University 21 all or part of this refund will be used to offers rooms for women and Kerr Hall limited number of single graduate and reimburse the Title IV financial aid offers rooms for men. Most students are upperclass students. Priority is given to program(s) up to the amount of assis- housed in double occupancy rooms, but families and graduate students. Individu- tance that the student received from the single rooms can be requested. Iba Hall als should apply eight to 10 months in program(s). offers 12-month contracts; the other halls advance to assure choice of apart- If a student receives cash from finan- offer academic year contracts only. ments. cial aid in excess of non-institutional Per Person Monthly Rate Furnished apartments include coffee costs, part of this aid may be required to Single Room $365.00 table, end or corner table, one table be repaid; the amount of the repayment lamp, a love seat, two occasional chairs, depends upon how many weeks the Double Room $254.00 a nightstand, double or single beds as student was enrolled and the amount of Deluxe Suites. Allen, Jones, Patchin, needed, and a study desk. aid received. and Zink Halls offer deluxe suites for men The following 2001-2002 rates include When there are multiple disburse- and women. The suites are either two or all utilities (gas, water, electricity, local ments of aid, the assumption is made that four bedrooms with living rooms and a phone service, cable TV, and high speed the first disbursement(s) is used to pay small kitchenette. All units house four internet connection). people. Patchin Hall offers both aca- institutional charges. Therefore, if cash is (unfurnished) Monthly Rate disbursed, the cash is derived from the demic year and 12-month contracts; the last disbursement(s) prior to the disburse- other halls offer academic year contracts Williams 12-15, $436.75 ment of cash. only. Prossor neighborhoods West, Stevens Neighborhoods $452.88 A detailed policy can be obtained Per Person Monthly Rate Academic Yr. Demaree Neighborhood $452.88 from the Office of Scholarships and Fi- Williams 101-105 $530.88 nancial Aid. 2 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $318.00 Brumley Neighborhood $530.28 1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $376.00 Morrison (2 bedroom) $715.00 Fee Refund Policy for 12 month Morrison (3 bedroom) $899.00 Students Entering Military 2 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $292.00 (furnished) Monthly Rate Service 1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $346.00 Williams 12-15, $466.75 Prossor neighborhoods If a student enters military service Bennett deluxe suites are available for men and women. Suite arrangements West, Stevens Neighborhoods $482.88 during the term in which he or she is Demaree Neighborhood $482.88 enrolled and has not completed suffi- include two bedroom, two bath and a living room for three or four residents, to Williams 101-105 $560.28 cient work for receiving grades, but is in Brumley Neighborhood $560.28 good standing academically, the Univer- two bedrooms, or a living room and one bedroom with bath for two residents. Morrison (2 bedroom) $745.00 sity will waive enrollment fees for the Morrison (3 bedroom) $929.00 student during the term in which he or Bennett offers academic year contracts she re-enrolls after military service has only. been completed. The amount of the fee Per Person Monthly Rate waiver is equal to the amount of fees 2 per bedroom $275.00 Estimated Total paid for the semester during which withdrawal occurred. If the University finds 1 per bedroom $356.00 Expenses for Students that it is not feasible to waive the enroll- Apartments. Bost, Davis, Kamm, An estimated budget (based on 2001- ment fees, it will make a refund to the Morsani-Smith, Peterson-Friend, 2002 figures) for an undergraduate stu- student of the full amount of fees paid. Sitlington and Young Halls are available dent at OSU is as follows: for men and women. Both furnished and If a student enters military service Resident during the term and is not in good aca- unfurnished options are available. All demic standing at the time, the regular apartments come with a fully furnished Tuition and Fees $1,210.00 fee refund policy of the University ap- kitchen including a full-size washer and (Based on 14 credit hours) plies. dryer. Bost and Young Halls offer aca- University Housing and Board $2,270.00 demic year contracts only; the other halls (Based on average, freshman, resi- offer both academic year and 12-month dence hall charges) contracts. Textbooks and Supplies $450.00 Residential Life Rates Per Person Monthly Rate Ave. Misc. Personal Expenses $1,445.00 All rates are approved by the OSU Academic Yr. Board of Regents and are subject to 1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $406.00 Total Per Semester $5,375.00 change. The rates listed below were 1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth (unfurn) $392.00 Nonresident effective for the academic year 2001- 1 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $480.00 Tuition and Fees $3,235.00 2002. All rates include room rent and all (Based on 14 credit hours) utilities including electricity, water, local 1 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth (unfurn) $466.00 phone, cable television, and high-speed 12 month University Housing and Board $2,270.00 (Based on average, freshman, resi- Internet connection. All halls are open 1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $374.00 continuously throughout the academic dence hall charges) year. 1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth (unfurn) $361.00 Textbooks and Supplies $450.00 1 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $441.00 Ave. Misc. Personal Expenses $1,445.00 Residence Halls 1 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth (unfurn) $429.00 Total Per Semester $7,400.00 Traditional. Iba, Parker, Willham North and South, and Wentz Halls offer rooms University Apartments for men and women. Drummond Hall The University operates apartments to house married and single parents, and a

22 The University It is the policy of the University to apply The Office of the Bursar may be con- Financial Obligation all financial aid to the student's account, tacted at: Robert E. Dixon, Bursar withhold an amount equal to all charges 113 Student Union showing on the student's account for the (405) 744-5993 Laurie Beets, C.P.A., Assistant semester (fees, tuition, housing, etc.) and (http://www.okstate.edu/oavpc/bursar/ Bursar then refund the balance. Your refund brshome.htm) John C. Smith, Manager, Bursar may be issued through electronic direct [email protected] Systems deposit upon request. OSU complies with Enrollment at Oklahoma State Univer- the U.S. Department of Education, rules sity incurs certain obligations and com- and regulations in accordance with The mitments on the part of an individual Federal Student Financial Aid Handbook student, one of which is the student's instructions. Scholarships and responsibility to pay in a timely manner Many students are sponsored through all financial amounts owed to the Univer- various scholarships from organizations Financial Aid sity. or foundations other than Oklahoma In order to remain in good financial State University. Typically the sponsoring Charles W. Bruce, Senior Director standing with the University, and thereby organization sends scholarship funds Patrick Kennedy, Associate Director, continue to participate in its educational directly to Oklahoma State University in Administrative Services programs, services and benefits, a stu- the name of the student. These funds are deposited to the student's account and Julie Berg-Mattson, Associate dent must meet all financial obligations Director, Programs incurred at the University on or before the used to pay any costs associated with due dates. Students with financial difficul- attending Oklahoma State University. Derwin Simpson, Assistant Director, ty should immediately contact the Office Unless specifically designated by the Client Services of the Bursar for assistance and guid- organization, one half of the scholarship Cathy Bird, Assistant Director, Loan ance. will be held as a payment toward fall Processing and Records semester charges, and one half will be Fees and tuition will appear on the Management designated to the spring term. regular monthly statement mailed to the Kevin Gerfen, Assistant Director, student's local address or specified If an organization sends scholarship Scholarships billing address. Students are responsible funds directly to the student, it is recommended that the student deposit those Margaret Betts, Assistant Director, for ensuring the university maintains an Special Programs accurate mailing address. Address up- scholarships at the Oklahoma State dates may be accomplished via the University Office of the Bursar. These Karen Rogers, Assistant Director, Internet address (http:// funds will be used to pay any costs asso- Upward Bound prodosu.okstate.edu/) or at the Office of ciated with attendance at the University Mariechia Hamilton, Coordinator, the Bursar. Failure to receive a bill does or so designated by the organization Community Service Work-Study not relieve the student from the financial issuing the scholarship. Sandra Dearing, Coordinator, obligation, any finance charges, and Some organizations require a billing Scholarships other penalties that may occur if the invoice from Oklahoma State University Tonya Chapman-Jones, Counselor account is not paid by the monthly due before a scholarship is issued on behalf date. of the student. If this is the case, the Of- Karen Finley, Counselor All tuition fees (required and optional) fice of the Bursar must be notified before Linda Millis, Counselor associated with the student's enrollment the first day of the semester with the Lori Wieder, Counselor are due in the Office of the Bursar no name and address of the organization, later than 4:30 p.m. on the 15th day of expected scholarship amount, and any Students who need financial assis- each month following billing. Fall semes- required information that the organization tance to attend college are encouraged ter fees are due by September 15, spring may need in order to issue payment. to consider the many types of financial semester fees are due by February 15, aid available through the OSU Office of and summer session fees due dates vary Scholarships and Financial Aid. These depending on the session. programs include scholarships, grants, loans, and part-time jobs. All delinquent accounts will accrue an interest penalty at the rate of 1.5 percent monthly (19.56 APR). Any charges incurred by the University in an effort to Scholarship Programs collect on delinquent accounts will be assessed to and will be the responsibility Oklahoma State University annually of the account holder. Delinquent ac- offers more than $15 million in tuition count information is disclosed to credit waiver scholarships and more than $12 reporting agencies, which could endan- million in other scholarships to qualifying ger the student's credit rating on a local freshmen, transfer, continuing and or national level. graduate students. Accounts must be cleared before the OSU's scholarships are awarded student can obtain the release of any primarily on the basis of academic records, obtain a transcript, receive a achievement, academic potential, lead- diploma, or enroll at Oklahoma State ership activities, or community service. University for subsequent semesters. Scholarships are awarded by various Students having difficulty in meeting their campus academic and administrative financial obligations should contact the offices, the OSU Foundation, or in con- Office of the Bursar for assistance. junction with private industry, private

Oklahoma State University 23 foundations, the Oklahoma State Regents ability and involvement as a leader in (Some programs, such as the OSRHE for Higher Education, and the state of school and community activities. PDS Academic Scholars Program, accept Oklahoma. scholarships are very limited in number only national ACT or SAT test scores.) (usually 60-65 each year) and the competition for them is highly competitive. Tuition Waiver Awards are usually made in March after Special Notes Scholarships committee selections. 1. While a student may receive multiple Tuition waiver scholarships for Okla- President's Leadership Council (PLC). cash scholarships at any one time, a homa residents range from approxi- This one-year, $1,500 cash scholarship student may have only one tuition mately $800 to $2,000 in value, and vary is awarded to a limited number of incom- waiver scholarship in effect at any one in length from one year to four years. ing freshmen (200 annually) based on time. One-year and multiple-year tuition waiver leadership potential, school and commu- 2. It is essential that the student knows if scholarships are awarded to incoming nity service, and academic achievement. the scholarship is renewable and, if it freshman students who have attained The PLC is both an honorary and a work- is, its renewal criteria. Contact the high scholastic standing in high school. ing organization. The selection process Office of Scholarships and Financial Transfer tuition waiver scholarships are is highly competitive. Awards are usually Aid at 405-744-7541 to verify the crite- offered to outstanding students transfer- made in March after committee selec- ria. ring to OSU from two-year and four-year tions. 3. Tuition waiver scholarships awarded colleges. College and Departmental Cash Schol- by OSU's main campus in Stillwater Nonresident students entering OSU arships. Some colleges and depart- are good only for classes taken at the should inquire about eligibility for non- ments award cash scholarships to fresh- main campus in Stillwater and will pay resident tuition waiver scholarships. man, continuing, and graduate students only if enrolled in at least 12 credit Students receiving these awards have who have excelled academically. The hours at the main campus in Stillwater. their nonresident tuition charges waived number of awards, stipends, and require- 4. Tuition waiver scholarships do not pay ments vary, depending on the and pay in-state tuition rates. These for summer classes. awards are made based on several scholarship's requirements. For more 5. Tuition waiver scholarship offers will criteria, including academic accomplish- information, contact the college or de- be made only as long as funds remain. ments, being a child or grandchild of an partment should be contacted. The col- OSU alumnus, or being a member of a lege or department will notify the student 6. The student must accept any scholar- federally-recognized Oklahoma Native of an award. ship offered within the time designated American tribe. Oklahoma State Regents for Higher in the award letter or the offer may be The priority deadline for students Education (OSRHE) Academic Schol- rescinded. entering OSU in fall is February 1st; the ars. Academic Scholars receive resident 7. State and University agencies may priority deadline for students entering or nonresident tuition waivers and up to establish a cap on total scholarship OSU in the spring is October 15th. $5,500 cash annually from the state of dollars a student may receive from Oklahoma for four years. (A fifth year of state and University sources, preclud- Each student with a multiple-year funding may be requested.) Academic ing students from receiving funds that scholarship is required to meet specific Scholars who are also National Merit renewal criteria to continue receiving his exceed legitimate educational costs. Scholars may receive additional funds. or her scholarship the following year (up 8. Final awards may be made only to Contact the Office of Scholarship and to a specified maximum number of years OSU applicants who are fully admis- Financial Aid for eligibility details. Only of eligibility). sible and in good standing. national ACT or SAT test scores are used All current undergraduate students at in the qualification process. 9. If the student plans to participate on or OSU are encouraged to complete the try out for an OSU varsity intercolle- Other Scholarships. The OSU Office of Scholarship Application for Continuing giate athletic team (including walk- Scholarships and Financial Aid fre- and Readmitted Undergraduates each ons), the student should contact OSU's quently has applications for scholarships year, available in the Office of Scholar- Athletic Compliance Office at 405-744- sponsored by various local, state and ships and Financial Aid and on the 9583 to inquire how a non-athletic national organizations available in its Internet (www.okstate.edu/finaid). Appli- scholarship could be affected. office in 213 Student Union. Students cations are due March 1. Scholarships should visit the office periodically (or the for continuing students may be in the office's Internet site at www.okstate.edu/ form of cash or tuition waivers, and are finaid) to see if there are scholarships awarded based on academic perfor- Federal Aid Programs with qualifications of interest. mance, financial need, or both. Federal aid at OSU is awarded on the Residual ACT Test. Incoming students Graduate students seeking cash or basis of demonstrated financial need. at OSU should consider taking the "Re- tuition waiver scholarships should con- Each student who wishes to be consid- sidual" ACT test at OSU. Incoming stu- tact their academic departments and the ered for need-based assistance should dents who have raised their standardized Graduate College regarding application complete the Free Application for Fed- test scores may submit those scores to procedures and deadlines. eral Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit it to the Office of Scholarships and Financial the processing center as soon after Aid to be considered for a higher value January 1 as possible to receive aid for scholarship, but must do so before the Cash Scholarships the succeeding academic year. Early first day of classes at OSU for that stu- application is encouraged due to the President's Distinguished Scholarship dent. The Residual ACT is offered on the high demand for available money. (PDS). The OSU Foundation offers this Stillwater campus five days per week Students can apply for assistance by prestigious $2,200 per-year cash award. (telephone 405-744-5958). OSU will Most PDS scholarships are four-year submitting the paper FAFSA or they can accept Residual ACT scores only if the file electronically by accessing the U.S. awards. It is available to students who test was taken at OSU, OSU-Oklahoma have exhibited outstanding academic Department of Education's "FAFSA on the City, OSU-Okmulgee, or OSU-Tulsa. Web" application site (www.fafsa.ed.gov).

24 The University An analysis of the FAFSA is used to Federal Pell Grant eligibility is deter- billing statement of the month in which determine demonstrated need for fed- mined by the U.S. Department of Educa- they apply. Applications must be made in eral, state, and institutional programs tion by using a congressionally-ap- person at the Office of Scholarships and such as Federal Pell Grants, Federal proved formula. Financial Aid. Supplemental Educational Opportunity Federal Supplemental Education Long-term loan programs consist of Grants (FSEOG), Oklahoma Tuition Aid Opportunity Grants are awarded to stu- the Federal Perkins Loan, William D. Grants (OTAG), Federal Perkins Loans, dents who demonstrate financial need as Ford Federal Direct Subsidized and William D. Ford Federal Direct Loans, reflected in the FAFSA. Funding in this Unsubsidized Loans and the Federal Federal Work-Study (FWS), and tuition program is limited and is usually Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate waivers. awarded to applicants who demonstrate Students (PLUS). There are also programs available for the most financial need. The rate of interest on a Federal students who do not demonstrate finan- Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grants are Perkins Loan during the period of repay- cial need. The Federal Direct Parent awarded to eligible Oklahoma residents ment is five percent simple interest per Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) who may apply by correctly completing annum on the unpaid balance. Funding Program and the William D. Ford Federal the FAFSA. Grant amounts are deter- in this program is limited and is awarded Direct Unsubsidized Loan allow gradu- mined by the applicant's enrollment to applicants who demonstrate signifi- ate students and independent under- status, demonstrated need, and by the cant financial need. graduates, as well as parents of depen- availability of funds. Students are notified The rate of interest on the William D. dent undergraduates, to borrow funds to of their eligibility and award amounts by meet educational expenses. Ford Loan varies for first-time borrowers, the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher but cannot exceed 8.25 percent. The To be considered for financial aid, a Education, not by OSU. rate of interest on a Federal Direct Parent student must: Loan is variable but cannot exceed 9 1. Demonstrate financial need, except for percent. some loan and scholarship programs. Federal Work-Study 2. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. This program is designed to help students meet their educational ex- Enrollment 3. Be enrolled as a degree or certificate- penses through part-time employment. seeking candidate, including a pro- The Office of Scholarships and Financial Requirements gram of study abroad. Aid determines award amounts on the To be considered for loan funds, un- 4. Meet minimum satisfactory academic basis of financial need. While all Federal dergraduates must be enrolled in at least progress standards. Work-Study student employees are paid six hours in the fall, spring or summer 5. Have a high school diploma or GED. at least the current federal minimum semester. Undergraduates who plan to 6. Not be in default on any federal loan, wage, the actual rate of pay depends on enroll in fewer than six hours for the not have borrowed in excess of the their qualifications and the types of jobs semester may still be eligible for limited allowable limits and not owe a refund they hold. grant funding. Undergraduate tuition to any federal grant program (including Eligible students may be employed by waiver scholarship recipients must be the Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant pro- any participating office or department at enrolled in at least 12 hours to receive gram). OSU or at an off-campus, non-profit the award for the fall or spring semester; agency. The community service agen- tuition waivers are not available for the 7. Be prompt in responding to any re- summer. quests for additional information made cies must meet federal and OSU regula- by the Office of Scholarships and Fi- tions, including being nonprofit or gov- Graduate students must be enrolled in nancial Aid. ernmental agencies whose services are at least four hours in the fall or spring available to everyone, regardless of semester and at least two hours in the Students and parents are invited to ability to pay. While working in positions summer to be considered for financial contact the Office of Scholarships and directly related to their curricula, students assistance for that semester. Graduate Financial Aid for information regarding form strong links with the community. students receiving tuition waivers from financial assistance programs or to make their academic departments or the an appointment with a financial aid coun- Graduate College should contact the selor to discuss specific eligibility re- awarding office for enrollment require- quirements. The office has information Loans ments. about programs and services available on the World Wide Web OSU has several loan funds for stu- Federal and institutional aid recipients (www.okstate.edu/finaid/). dents who need financial assistance. who are unsure of their eligibility for These funds are available to students assistance based on their enrollment who meet the eligibility requirements of status are encouraged to contact the the various programs and are making Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid Grants satisfactory progress in their college for clarification. Recipients of non-OSU work. scholarships should check with the Undergraduate students who have not Institutional loans include short- and awarding agency to determine the mini- completed their first undergraduate de- mum enrollment required for payment. gree are eligible to apply for the Federal long-term loans. The short-term loan Eligibility for financial assistance is Pell Grant and Federal Supplemental program provides up to a maximum of related only to the total number of credit Education Opportunity Grant. Under- $300 per semester (less a $10 service hours in which the student enrolls. Certifi- graduate and graduate students who are charge) for the purpose of meeting edu- able enrollment status, based upon a Oklahoma residents are eligible to apply cationally-related expenses which are combination of enrollment and employ- for the state grant program, the Okla- not charged to a student's University ment (such as a graduate assistant en- homa Tuition Aid Grant. account. Students are billed for the loan through the Office of the Bursar on the rolled in six hours with a 50% graduate

Oklahoma State University 25 assistant appointment), only assists with the deferral of loan repayment, never Scholar Development qualification for aid. and Recognition Bob Graalman, Director Academic Progress Gail Gillilan, Senior Unit Assistant Some outstanding OSU students are The OSU Office of Scholarships and competitive for a wide range of presti- Financial Aid is required by federal regu- gious national and international scholar- lation to monitor the academic progress ships at the end of their undergraduate of all students who apply for financial careers, such as the Rhodes, Marshall, assistance. The official record of the Truman, Goldwater, Udall, and others. In OSU Office of the Registrar is reviewed to addition, there is a host of lesser-known determine student compliance with the but still valuable opportunities that re- policy. quire students to prepare competitive The policy for federal aid and state applications. (OTAG) recipients includes three compo- This newly-established office at OSU nents. Students must: 1) not exceed a monitors student progress, provides maximum number of hours allowed for important information, supplies support, completion of the degree program; 2) and plans courses and activities that can maintain a minimum cumulative Gradua- lead to success in these areas. Inter- tion/Retention Grade Point Average; and ested students can contact the office to 3) successfully complete at least 75% of inquire about opportunities and strate- the total cumulative hours attempted. A attendance minus any other financial gies; often faculty will nominate candi- copy of policy detailing the requirements aid. dates who have been performing at a is included with every award notice and high level academically and displaying is also available in the Office of Scholar- Due to the unique nature of the other qualities through leadership and ships and Financial Aid and is posted on Teacher Education program, students community service. Early identification of the Internet (www.okstate.edu/finaid). are encouraged to schedule an appoint- freshmen and sophomores is especially ment with a financial aid counselor to Each undergraduate with a multiple- important in order for the student to gain discuss the required documentation year scholarship is required to meet the most from these programs. needed for financial aid eligibility. specific renewal criteria to continue Additionally, as an incentive for the receiving his or her scholarship the kinds of students who are considered following year; the policy for each schol- Prerequisite Course Work OSU's best and brightest, the Lew Wentz arship is included with the award letter Foundation has provided substantial and is available from the OSU Office of for Admission to a private funding to OSU for several schol- Scholarships and Financial Aid. Graduate Program arship programs that are managed in this Recipients of athletic grant-in-aid must To be considered for federal assis- office. The programs are: meet the eligibility requirements of the tance, students generally must be en- 1. Wentz Projects - an opportunity for program. rolled in a recognized academic pro- outstanding undergraduates to plan gram leading to a degree or certificate. and perform high-level research under However, if a student is enrolled at least the dirction of a faculty mentor ($4,000 Teacher Education half-time in course work that is required each); for admission to a graduate program at Certification 2. Wentz Scholarships - traditional OSU, the student may be eligible for loan To receive financial assistance, stu- awards based on academic excel- dents who are classified by the Graduate consideration for one calendar year (12 lence and well-rounded campus ac- months) beginning on the first day of the College as special students and who are tivities ($2,500 each); loan period. also pursuing Teacher Education certifi- 3. Wentz Humanities Scholarships - cation must be enrolled in a required Students are only eligible for Ford various awards for students in English, Federal Direct Loan consideration. Fed- program for elementary or secondary history, foreign languages, philosophy, eral law sets the maximum Subsidized teacher certification or recertification in and related scholarly disciplines; Oklahoma (must be required to teach); Loan eligiblity at $5,500 for course work and be enrolled in at least six hours in necessary to enter a graduate program; 4. Wentz Education Scholarships - vari- the fall or spring semesters or three hours independent students may also qualify ous awards for those intending to in the summer term. for an additional $5,000 in Unsubsidized become teachers in primary and sec- Loan. At no time may the student borrow ondary school situations. Teacher education students are eli- more than the cost of attendance minus gible to apply for consideration in Fed- Please contact this office for informa- eral Work-Study, Oklahoma Tuition Aid any other financial aid. tion on programming. Grant (OTAG), Federal Perkins Loan, and Preparatory students who wish to be Direct Loans (Subsidized and considered for assistance should sched- Unsubsidized). The maximum Direct ule an appointment with a financial aid Loan eligibility for teacher education counselor to discuss their particular students is $5,500 in the Subsidized circumstances. Loan. Independent students may have an additional $5,000 of eligibility in the Unsubsidized Loan. At no time may the student borrow more than the cost of

26 The University the academic year, and Davis, Iba, thing, and Twenty Something Too conve- Student Services Kamm, Morsani-Smith, Patchin, Peterson- nience stores. Friend, and Sitlington halls offer year- For more information, contact the round housing. Department of Residential Life, Okla- Studies show that living on campus homa State University, Iba Hall, Stillwater, can be more affordable than living off Oklahoma 74078, or the Internet Residential Life campus. Some students save as much (www.reslife.okstate.edu). Bob Huss, Director of Residential Life as $500 per academic year by living on campus. Just one bill pays for a student's Eddie Denman, Assistant Director of rent, meal plan, and all utilities including Mobility Impaired Student Residential Life–Administrative and local telephone, cable TV, and high Housing Business Services speed Internet connection. Rates rarely All residence halls and many univer- Carol Hackerott, Assistant Director of increase during the academic year, even sity apartments offer some housing for Residential Life when roommate(s) move out. students who have impaired mobility. Doug Hallenbeck, Assistant Director Students are offered several lifestyle Upon notification, the Department of of Residential Life options. Kerr Hall houses men only, Residential Life routinely modifies rooms Dave Stoddart, Assistant Director of while Drummond Hall houses women and apartments to meet an individual's Residential Life only. All other halls are co-ed. Parker Hall special needs. This modification may is open to students who are active par- take several months, so advance notifi- ticipants in the Honors Program. Zink cation is critical. The Department of Residential Life's Hall houses participants in the FIT vision is to change lives. To that end the (Freshmen in Transition) program department offers 19 residence halls, through the College of Agriculture. Allen University Apartments seven family-first neighborhoods, six Hall is home to the Ketchum House More than 700 apartments are avail- special interest housing options, 24 Native American floor, as well as hous- dining options, and countless leadership able to serve students in the following ing students interested in engineering. priority: families, single graduate stu- activities for students. Students who live Engineering floors can also be found in on campus graduate sooner and main- dents, and single, upperclass, under- Kerr, Drummond, and Bost Halls. Men graduate students. Priority for single tain higher grades than their off-campus that are computer science majors may counterparts. More than 500 students are students is given to those who have lived choose to live on the special interest in the residence halls. involved in planning and leading educa- floor in Kerr Hall. Jones Hall is home to tional, recreational and social activities the Uhuru House, the African Centered Most apartments are two-bedroom within the halls. Cultural House. units with optional furnishings. The Morrison Neighborhood features some All freshmen are required to live on In every residence hall there is a well- campus. Exceptions can be made for three-bedroom units. The apartments trained professional staff to coordinate have sidewalks, off-street parking, play one of the following reasons: being mar- the day-to-day operations of the building, ried; being 21 years of age or older; living areas, and two laundry facilities. Resi- as well as student staff whose primary dents of the Morrison Neighborhood with parents in Stillwater or the surround- function is to see that students benefit ing area; being a veteran; living in a have full-size washers and dryers in their educationally from their residential living apartment units. fraternity or sorority house (sorority experience. Each floor or wing has a pledges generally live in residence halls live-in student staff member (resident School bus transportation is provided due to limited sorority house space); or assistant or community facilitators) re- to the Stillwater High, Junior High, and having completed 27 credit hours. Ex- sponsible for assisting and guiding the Middle schools, and to Westwood and ceptions must be requested in writing, residents. Resident assistants and com- Will Rogers elementary schools. and approved by the Department of munity facilitators are undergraduate The Family Resource Center, located Residential Life. students specially trained in all aspects in the University Apartments area, offers All accommodations are rented on a of residential area living with the experi- a variety of programs to meet the needs contract date priority basis. Prospective ence and knowledge to answer ques- of University Apartment residents. These students' applications and contracts are tions and act as an adviser for student programs vary depending upon the encouraged to be sent in nine months governments and programs. needs of the clientele. Typical programs before the desired occupancy in order to include: English as a Language class improve the chances of receiving the (ESL), after-school programs, car seat preferred on-campus housing location. Dining Services loans, toy library, child care information, Students may choose from several and pot luck dinners. The Family Re- different meal plans, depending on their source Center (FRC) also has the World Traditional Halls, Deluxe individual needs (freshmen are required Cup, a small convenience store. Suites, and Apartments to have a minimum meal plan - contact University Apartments provide an on- OSU traditional halls, deluxe suites, Residential Life for more information). site staff member, an apartment assistant and apartments offer a variety of living Students have the flexibility to eat in any who is readily available to the residents. accommodations. Traditional residence of the 24 Residential Life dining options Each apartment assistant has responsi- halls include Iba, Kerr-Drummond, regardless of where they live. Four "all bility for about 90 apartments. The Parker, Wentz, and Willham North an you care to eat" cafeterias offer breakfast, assistant's duties include helping resi- South halls. Deluxe suites are offered in lunch and dinner options. Specialty dents resolve inter-apartment conflicts, Allen, Bennett, Jones, Patchin, and Zink offerings include The Service Station, meet neighbors and find appropriate halls. Apartments can be found in Bost, Special Edition, Pistol Pizza, Taco Mayo, community services. They also provide Davis, Kamm, Morsani-Smith, Peterson- The Virtual Bean Coffeehouse, Aggie information about the facilities and the Friend, Sitlington, and Young halls. All Bread Company, The Little Bakery, Fan University, and provide referrals to appro- halls are open continuously throughout Deli, Henry's, and Pittillo's, Twenty Some- priate University offices for residents'

Oklahoma State University 27 needs. The apartment assistant can be a OSU students. It contains books, hand- The OSU Health Services maintains a very helpful person for all residents. outs and computerized resources on staff of full-time physicians, mental health For more information contact the Uni- careers, study strategies, scholarship professionals, nurses, laboratory, phar- versity Apartments Office, 120 Brumley, and graduate school searches, resumes, macists and x-ray technicians, and other Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, cover letters and job search develop- necessary supportive and ancillary per- Oklahoma 74078, or the Internet ment strategies. sonnel who make a specialty of provid- (www.reslife.okstate.edu/hfamily). A broad range of developmental and ing the best possible care at the least proactive programming is offered possible expense for the student. Along through University Counseling Services with this full-time help, there are part-time in outreach and service to living groups, specialists in psychiatry and radiology. Students with organizations and academic classes. The University Health Services is an Children Minimal fees are assessed for indi- ambulatory primary care, facility, de- vidual and group counseling, for certain signed to provide cost-effective, physi- Information on child care in the tests, for specific programs or workshops cian-directed health care to students. A Stillwater community is available at the and for some career assessments. De- fee is charged to cover direct costs on following locations on campus: pending upon the need, tests and other laboratory, x-ray, pharmacy and elective Family Resource Center —719 N. Walnut University services may be used in con- services. In the event a medical condi- junction with counseling. tion exists that is beyond the scope of the Nontraditional Student Services — 060 services offered, referrals can be made Student Union, Marie Basler, Coordi- All information regarding appoint- to a family physician, or a local physician nator ments and content of counseling is in Stillwater. Emergency services are Adult Student Organization — 045 Stu- strictly confidential. offered by Stillwater Medical Center 24 dent Union The University Counseling Services is hours a day. an accredited member of the Interna- Health Requirements. All new students tional Association of Counseling Ser- are required to provide an immunization vices, Inc. history and to comply with guidelines University Counseling regarding tuberculosis testing; specifi- Services Student Disability Services cally, Mike Shuttic, Coordinator all students born after 1957 must pro- Suzanne M. Burks, Director vide documentation of having had two Baiba Ercum, M.D. measles immunizations, (MMR), and Jack Davis, Coordinator and Senior Student Disability Services (SDS) all students must provide documenta- Clinical Counselor offers academic support services to tion of having been immunized for Judith Gibbons, Senior Clinical students with disabilities. SDS is commit- tetanus within the previous 10 years Counselor ted to providing assistance to students and having been immunized for polio, that will facilitate academic access and diphtheria and pertussis. Joni Hays, Coordinator and Senior independence of each individual stu- Students meeting the following criteria Clinical Counselor dent. Appropriate services are deter- Kim McKay, Senior Clinical Counselor mined on an individualized basis and must provide a record of having a nega- may include academic advisement, tive tuberculosis skin test (PPD) within six Cindy Washington, Clinical months of arrival at OSU, or, if the TB skin Counselor specialized testing, recorded textbooks, classroom access, assistive tech, and test is positive, must provide a negative other services based on disability-related chest xray: students who The University Counseling Services need. Students must initiate a request for are visa holders, provides confidential professional per- services by contacting Student Disability are U.S. citizens currently or previously sonal and career counseling for OSU Services. residing outside the U.S., students. Both individual and group counseling is available. have a medical condition that suppresses the immune system, Assistance is offered for emotional problems, as they affect personal and University Health are known to have been exposed to academic goals, intellectual functioning tuberculosis. or relationships with others. Among the Services Refer to the Immunization and Health variety of concerns dealt with in counsel- Steve Rogers, C.H.E., M.B.A., History form for specific guidelines and ing are stress, anxiety, depression, eating Director information. Failure to comply with these disorders, substance use/abuse, inter- Michael W. Strange, M.D., Medical guidelines may affect future enrollment. personal relationships, career counsel- Director For more information contact the Uni- ing, career and personality assessment. versity Health Services, 1202 West Farm Psychiatric consultation is available as Road, Oklahoma State University, needed. Oklahoma State University is as inter- Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078. ested in the student's physical and emo- University Counseling Services also tional well-being as it is in his or her assists students with problems, concerns, and experiences relating to edu- intellectual and cultural development. Good health will not guarantee aca- cational difficulties; i.e. study habits, demic success, but it will help; while unusual test-taking stress, lack of motivation, or attitudes related to school. poor health, either physical or emotional, can impair both the academic and the University Counseling Services oper- extracurricular career. ates the Career Resource Center. The center provides walk-in assistance for

28 The University American Indian Science and Engineer- Additional advantages for active par- Multicultural ing Society, Burnin' Black Choir, NAACP, ticipants in The Honors College (mini- Society of Black Engineers, Technology mum of six honors credit hours per se- Development and and Architecture, the Black Greek orga- mester and 12 honors credit hours for Assessment Center nizations, the Society of Hispanic Profes- each two consecutive semesters for sional Engineers, and the Omega Delta freshmen and sophomores and three Howard Shipp, Director Phi Fraternity. honors credit hours per semester for Pete G. Coser, Coordinator juniors and seniors) include use of The Liza Longoria-Greve, Coordinator Honors College Study Lounge in the Edmon Low Library (with a computer Teresa Newson, Coordinator lab), extended check-out privileges for The Multicultural Development and Special library materials, early enrollment for the Assessment Center (MDAC) is a compre- following semester, and an honors hous- hensive support service for African- Programs, ing option in the residence halls. American, Hispanic, Native American Admission of new freshmen to The and Vietnamese-American students. The Services and Honors College is based on an ACT program provides educational and per- composite score of 27 or higher (or com- sonal growth opportunities to enhance Facilities parable SAT score) with a high school the university experience for minority grade-point average of 3.75 or higher. students matriculating at Oklahoma State Application forms are included in the University. Support services are provided OSU Application for Admission. Students through one-to-one counseling, group other than new freshmen may be admit- counseling, outreach programs, aca- Special Programs ted to the program on the basis of their demic skill development programs, and OSU and cumulative grade-point aver- tutoring. The following areas of student ages (7-59 hours earned: 3.25, 60-93 development are emphasized: academic hours earned: 3.37, 94 or more hours development, personal adjustment/de- The Honors College Robert L. Spurrier, Jr., Director earned: 3.50). Transfer freshmen must velopment, motivation, and career goals. have completed at least seven college The MDAC staff work closely with K. Celeste Campbell, Assistant credit hours (not including concurrent other offices of the University. These Director enrollment while in high school) to be efforts include direct and indirect assis- Sarah Phelps, Honors Academic eligible on the basis of college perfor- tance in the following areas: recruitment Counselor mance if they do not have the required and retention; financial assistance; and Terisa Pigg, Honors Academic high school grade-point average and career development and employment Counselor ACT score. opportunities. Oklahoma State University is an active For additional information about The To enhance the social and cultural member of the National Collegiate Hon- Honors College, interested students opportunities for minority students, ors Council and the Great Plains Honors should consult the director of The Hon- MDAC staff members serve as a re- Council. The Honors College is com- ors College, 509 Edmon Low Library. source to various minority student groups posed of a university-wide General Hon- and organizations in an advisory or con- ors component and specialized upper- sultative capacity. These organizations division components at the departmental Pre-law, Premedicine and include: Hispanic Student Association, or college levels. The Honors College Other Preprofessional African-American Student Association, provides academically talented students Programs Minority Women's Association, Native with the opportunity to study, conduct American Student Association, Vietnam- research, and exchange ideas in an Students planning to enter a profes- ese-American Student Association, exciting and supportive academic envi- sional school should visit with their advis- ronment. Honors sections are offered in ers and consult professional school many general education courses, and admission and course work requirements special honors seminars and interdisci- listed in the specific school catalog. plinary honors courses also are avail- Many professional schools select stu- able. Honors classes are taught by out- dents with a variety of bachelor's de- standing faculty members, and the grees, although others may require a classes are small in size to facilitate minimum basic core curriculum of vary- active student involvement. ing length and grade-point average. Information about preprofessional pro- Completion of the requirements for the grams is available in such areas as General Honors award leads to special dental hygiene, dentistry, engineering, designation on the student's OSU tran- law, library science, medical technology, script, as does completion of the require- medicine, nursing, nutritional sciences, ments for the Departmental or College occupational therapy, optometry, osteo- Honors award in the student's academic pathic medicine, pharmacy, physical major. Students who earn a minimum of therapy, physician's associate, radio- 39 honors credit hours and complete the logic technology, social work, and veteri- Departmental or College Honors award, nary medicine. For more information, as well as the General Honors award, students should consult their advisers or with 3.50 OSU and cumulative grade- the director of student academic ser- point averages at graduation, receive vices of the appropriate college. The Honors College degree, including a special entry on their transcripts and special honors diplomas.

Oklahoma State University 29 Bachelor of University Oklahoma State University recognizes gerontology. There is also a bachelor's credit earned through the International program in gerontology through the Studies Baccalaureate (IB) Program in a limited departments of Sociology and Family Individualization and flexibility are the number of subject areas. Credit will be Relations and Child Development. Doc- features of the program leading to the awarded to students who have taken toral students can include gerontology degree of Bachelor of University Studies. Higher Level courses through the Inter- as an area of specialization in their pro- This program is designed for the goal- national Baccalaureate Program and grams. directed, motivated and mature student scored at least a 4 (on a seven point The Institute sponsors an annual Eth- who finds that the present degree pro- scale) on the Higher Level course ex- ics and Aging Conference in the Tulsa grams (majors) at the University will not amination. This credit will be awarded on area for professionals and students in the enable the student to attain his or her a course-by-course basis. field of aging. Many other programs are educational objectives; it is not intended Military personnel and veterans who conducted with groups and agencies for students whose educational objec- wish to establish credit for military train- through university extension in CHES. tives are undetermined. The Bachelor of ing should submit to the Office of Admis- The headquarters for the Southwest University Studies degree permits a sions a copy of their DD214, (Armed student to utilize the total resources of the Society on Aging, the largest regional Forces of the United States Report of professional gerontological association University available in accomplishing Transfer or Discharge) or their DD295 unique educational objectives. The in the U.S., is located at the Institute. This (Application for the Evaluation of Educa- partnership allows students an opportu- program may or may not prepare a stu- tional Experiences During Military Ser- dent for a particular occupation or entry nity to network with professionals in the vice), and any certificates of completion field of aging. into a professional school. for military schools attended. OSU also A student who believes that his or her accepts credits earned through the The Gerontology Institute serves as a educational objectives can best be ful- DANTES Subject Standardized tests for link between the University and the com- filled through a Bachelor of University active military personnel. munity in the field of aging, and sponsors Studies degree program can obtain student internships in community agen- Academic departments on campus at cies. information on the program from the OSU may offer advanced standing ex- office of student academic services in aminations in subject areas not offered the college in which the student is to be by the CLEP or AP. Any currently enrolled Independent and enrolled, or in the Office of the Executive student whose travel, employment, ex- Vice President (Academic Affairs). tensive readings or educational experi- Correspondence Study All students who intend to present a ence appear to have given the student Charles E. Feasley, Director program for the Bachelor of University proficiency in a subject that is offered at Independent and Correspondence Studies degree must enroll in one of the OSU, equivalent to the proficiency Study (I&CS) provides independent study colleges of the University. The Bachelor ordinarily expected of those students opportunities to learners whose work, of University Studies degree program who take the subject in a regular class, family responsibilities, physical isolation, must meet requirements stated in the may apply for an examination on the or closed course sections may preclude "University Academic Regulations" in the subject. particiation in regularly scheduled class Catalog. A student may apply to take a valida- meetings. I&CS offers over 150 courses tion examination for a course taken at an for college credit and continuing educa- institution that OSU does not recognize tion units. Credit By Exam as accredited. The dean of the college in Students may enroll in correspon- Oklahoma State University Testing and which the course is offered appoints a dence study courses at any time without Evaluation Service is a national test site committee of three to construct, adminis- being admitted to OSU and take up to a for the College Board's College Level ter and evaluate the examination. year to complete course work. Some Examination Program (CLEP). National Information pertaining to these exami- courses are also offered as video-as- CLEP testing centers offer two kinds of nations may be obtained from the Office sisted telecourses or standardized inde- examinations: general examinations and of Admissions. See also the "Academic pendent study. For these courses, stu- subject examinations. OSU only grants Regulations" section of the Catalog. dents must be admitted to OSU, enroll college credit for subject examinations. through regular campus registration, and Credit earned through these examina- complete these courses during one tions are normally recognized by other Gerontology Institute campus semester. colleges and universities throughout the nation. The Gerontology Institute is housed in For more information or enrollment, the College of Human Environmental contact OSU Independent and Corre- OSU grants credit for acceptable Sciences. The Gerontology Institute's spondence Study, 470 Student Union or scores in the Advanced Placement Pro- mission is to meet the growing demand electronic mail to [email protected]. gram (AP) as administered by the Col- for instruction, outreach and research lege Entrance Examination Board in excellence in the field of aging. It func- Princeton, New Jersey. AP tests are tions as a multidisciplinary program National Student taken by high school students while in allowing students an opportunity to study Exchange high school. High school counselors can in the field of aging. The Institute provides be of assistance in making testing ar- The National Student Exchange (NSE) a university-wide focus in coordinating a enables OSU students to spend a semes- rangements. curriculum in gerontology. ter or a year at one of over 150 colleges OSU awards credit for a limited num- The Gerontology Institute was created and universities. Students may select ber of Excelsior College Examinations in response to a widespread interest in from institutions in 47 states of the U.S., (ECE). OSU is not a test site for ECE. course offerings in gerontology. Students the District of Columbia, and three US Contact the Office of Admissions for can receive an M.S. in gerontology territories. Four Canadian universities in additional information regarding ECE. through natural and applied sciences or British Columbia, Newfoundland and they can pursue a graduate certificate in Quebec have also been added to the

30 The University NSE site offerings. Students pay tuition ships for study abroad is available in the and fees to OSU or resident tuition and Study Abroad Office. Students may often fees to the host institution, depending on use federal financial aid to offset the cost the plan through which they participate. of an academic program abroad. Through the NSE, students have ac- Information on studying, working or cess to designated study abroad pro- volunteering abroad is available from the grams offered by participating institutions Study Abroad Office/NSE, 060-G Student at resident program fees. The NSE also Union, or by electronic mail to: enables students from member colleges [email protected]. and universities to attend OSU while paying their own university's tuition and fees or while paying OSU resident tuition rates. For additional information and Special Services application materials, contact the Study Abroad/NSE Office, 060-G Student Union, or electronic mail to: [email protected]. Academic Advising Academic advising is considered a major function within the University and Oklahoma Scholar- is student-centered in that it serves the Leadership Enrichment student first and foremost and not a par- Program ticular discipline, department or college. Academic advising is designed to assist The Oklahoma Scholar-Leadership many European countries, as well as in Asia and Latin America. While participat- students in developing their intellectual Enrichment Program (OSLEP) is a state- potential through effective use of all wide academic program designed to ing in reciprocal exchange, students pay tuiton and fees to OSU. resources available at the University— develop scholarship and leadership academic, cultural and social. Thus, the Students may also earn OSU credit by abilities of outstanding students. Students role of the student's academic adviser is study in intensive, five-day seminars with enrolling in summer and short-term inter- (1) to assist in educational planning, a distinguished scholar and are selected national courses offered by OSU depart- including clarification of career and ments and extension units in countries from Oklahoma's 21 four-year colleges educational goals, curriculum planning, and universities. OSU's sophomore, such as Australia, England, France, and short-term course selection, (2) to junior and senior students with a 3.00 Greece, Italy, Japan, Mexico, and Tur- become aware of and make appropriate key. GPA are eligible to apply. OSLEP semi- referrals to campus support services, nars may be taken for two or three hours Students may earn transfer credit (3) to provide information to prospective of credit. The only cost to students is the through participation in pre-approved majors, and (4) to prepare degree plans tuition - the program provides books and study abroad programs offered by other for graduating seniors and submit these room and board during the seminar. The U.S. universities or study abroad provid- to the respective college graduation seminars are graded on a satisfactory/ ers such as AIFS, CIEE, and ISA. Some certification office. unsatisfactory basis and are transferred students choose to enroll directly in The advising function is performed to OSU as Pass/Fail. Application should universities abroad. They may also par- be made as early in the academic year within each of the undergraduate col- ticipate in non-credit work, internship and leges and in the Office of University Aca- as possible. Further information and volunteer opportunities. application materials may be obtained demic Services. Each college structures from OSU's OSLEP coordinator, The Most exchanges and study abroad its advising system based upon the Honors College, 510 Library. programs require completion of at least college's philosophy and perceived 48 credit hours and good academic student needs. In most colleges, fresh- standing. Application deadlines for prior- men and undeclared students are ad- Semester at Sea ity consideration for both fall and spring vised through the college's office of semester reciprocal exchanges, many Semester at Sea is an opportunity for student academic services, whereas fall semester study abroad programs, students who have declared majors are OSU undergraduates in good academic and short-term international courses are advised by an adviser in their major standing to earn a semester of credit in a at the end of January or the beginning of department. wide range of academic areas while February. Deadlines for spring study traveling around the world on the S.S. Each academic dean has established abroad programs are usually in mid an office of student academic services to Universe. Approximately 50 percent of October or early November. the semester is spent at sea and 50 represent him or her in matters concern- percent in various ports allowing stu- Financial assistance is available ing undergraduate students. Students are dents to travel and relate experiences through scholarships and federal grants encouraged to contact their office of directly to the academic program aboard and loans. Outstanding OSU under- student academic services when ques- ship. Specific information may be ob- graduates and graduates may apply for tions arise regarding advising, academic tained by contacting the director, 060 the Baily Memorial Trust Scholarship for programs and requirements, and aca- Student Union, or the Study Aborad/NSE study abroad in the Liberal Arts. The demic support services. Office, 060-G Student Union. scholarship is budget based. Information The locations of the offices of student and applications are available at the academic services are: College of Arts and Sciences Student Study Abroad Academic Services Office, 202 Life Sci- Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources–136 Agricultural Hall OSU students can add an international ences East. The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, 303 dimension to their education through Arts and Sciences–202 Life Science East study abroad. Students may earn OSU Gunderson Hall offers several scholar- Business–201L Business Building credit through reciprocal exchanges in ships for language study abroad. Infor- mation on national and regional scholar- Education–325 Willard

Oklahoma State University 31 Engineering, Architecture and Tech- good standing and are generally eligible moves to the advising office of the corre- nology–101 Engineering North for transfer to their college or major of sponding college. Human Environmental Sciences–114 choice. Campus-wide Assistance. UAS offers Human Environmental Sciences University Academic Assessment. The extra assistance to students campus- University Academic Services–214 Stu- University Academic Assessment Pro- wide through three unique services: the dent Union gram (UAAP) is designed for students SAM program, Referrals and Tutors. who have experienced academic diffi- Students should keep in mind that Student Academic Mentor Program. culty at the college level. These students The Student Academic Mentor (SAM) while the University provides advising as include: a service and resource, the ultimate Program is a campus-wide service that responsibility for identifying and complet- those who are placed on academic pairs each new freshman, transfer, and ing degree requirements rests with the probation while in UAS; adult student with an upper class student student. probationary students who are referred in effort to ease the transition to OSU. by the colleges; These "SAMs" are carefully selected among continuing students at OSU to University Academic those in good academic standing, work with new students individually and according to State Regents' policy, but in small groups during ALPHA, the week Services are ineligible for admission to their prior to the beginning of the fall semester. The Office of University Academic desired college; Their goals are to help students feel Services (UAS) provides advising and those suspended by OSU and have welcome and to assimilate them into enrollment services to the following stayed out of college for a minimum of campus life. student groups: (1) students admitted to one regular semester and show a OSU through the Alternative Admission potential for success; and Program; (2) students admitted to OSU transfer students on academic proba- University Assessment through the Adult Admission Program; tion who are admitted due to special Program (3) probationary students enrolled circumstances. through the University Academic Assess- The University Assessment Program at ment Program, including transfers admit- UAS helps these students evaluate their OSU provides public assurance of pro- ted on academic probation; and career and educational goals in an at- gram quality and accountability by docu- (4) transfer students unsure about their tempt to develop a realistic and success- menting progress toward meeting the majors. The overall goal of UAS is to ful educational plan. Besides the intru- institution's educational goals. Assess- provide personal attention and assis- sive academic advising offered to Alter- ment involves collecting, reviewing and tance to students as they develop suc- native and Adult Admissions, UAS assists using information about educational cessful study habits and explore the students in the development of their programs for the purpose of program various academic options available at plans of study through graduation. UAS improvement and, ultimately, improve- OSU. also keeps UAAP students aware of ment of student learning and develop- requirements to continue, specifically the ment. The assessment process provides Alternative Admission. The Alternative minimum grade-point averages required feedback to campus leaders about the Admission Program allows approximately by the Oklahoma State Regents for effectiveness of academic and student eight percent of OSU's entering freshman Higher Education, and the repeat and programs, thereby allowing informed class to be admitted without meeting all reprieve options. In an effort to assist decisions about the need for changes. of the normal criteria. UAS provides students in exploring various career and Assessment is, therefore, an integral part Alternative Admission students with educational opportunities, UAAP stu- of the institution's commitment to sustain orientation classes suited to their particu- dents are required to enroll in and com- and enhance academic quality and the lar needs, clarification of University poli- plete UNIV 2001, the Academic Assess- student educational experience. cies, assistance in exploring career ment and Evaluation course. This course goals and various degree programs and The OSU Assessment Council guides is designed to help students identify their the Assessment Program. The Council help in remediating curricular deficien- reasons for experiencing academic cies. Through intrusive advising, UAS membership consists of faculty from difficulty and determine ways to over- each college and representatives from strives to create a setting of academic come their academic weaknesses. Once success for the students to carry the offices of Student Affairs, Institutional UAAP students complete at least one Research and student government. The throughout their years at OSU. After semester with a 2.00 GPA or above, they remediating any deficiencies they might Council's mission is to serve as a liaison may generally transfer to the college or to the Executive Vice President, the OSU have and completing at least one full- major of choice. time semester of satisfactory work, stu- Long-Range Planning Committee (of the dents may generally transfer to their Undecided Transfer Students. Transfer Faculty Council), and Student Affairs. It college or major of choice. students undecided on their major, or supports academic units by providing any student in the above groups who is funding and information to (1) measure Adult Admission. The Adult Admission undecided on a major, may work with a the effectiveness of academic and stu- Program allows students who are 21 or UAS adviser to develop several plans of dent programs, (2) utilize the results of older and those on active military duty an study that capitalize on their strengths strategies developed to improve student opportunity to gain admission to OSU, and interests while pursuing possible learning and (3) determine the overall provided they have not completed more majors. During one-on-one meetings educational impact of the university than six hours of college work. As with with the student, the UAS adviser ex- experience on students. Alternative Admission students, Adult plains differences between majors and Admission students benefit from inten- Assessment activity at OSU, coordi- their requirements, so that a college nated by the Office of University Assess- sive academic advising and a special degree remains the main goal of course orientation course to meet their particular ment, is divided into four primary initia- selection. After taking chosen courses, tives: needs. After completing 12 hours with a and maintaining at least a 2.00 GPA for 2.00 GPA or above in college-level work, the previous full-time semester, the stu- these students are considered to be in dent declares a specific major and

32 The University 1. Entry-Level Assessment is conducted The CIS Help Desk, serving more than to assist advisers and faculty in making 4,000 customers each month, provides placement decisions that will give first- diagnostic support and remedial assis- time OSU students the best chance of tance by phone, by electronic mail at academic success. [email protected], or in person at 2. General Education Assessment is 113 Math Sciences. aimed at evaluating student All OSU students are given computer achievment of institutionally recog- access and electronic mail upon enroll- nized general education competen- ment. Students can also access some cies, including communication, ana- CIS computers from their homes via dial- lytical and critical thinking skills. up modem facilities. OSU's extensive 3. Program Outcome Assessment is an data communications network provides evaluation of student achievement of interfaces to OneNet, MIDnet, the the educational objectives in the ma- Internet, and the World Wide Web. jor. CIS supports five computing facilities 4. Student and Alumni Satisfaction As- in various locations around campus with sessment evaluates student percep- more than 400 microcomputers. tions of academic and campus pro- The central mainframe computer at grams and services. Results of these OSU is an IBM Multiprise 3000-H70 assessments provide feedback for Enterprise server operating OS/390 w/ improvement of programs and ser- TSO (Time Sharing Option). vices. Additional information about CIS and The Office of University Assessment internships, and OSU jobs (full-time). computing at Oklahoma State University submits yearly reports to the Oklahoma can be found on the Internet Career Fairs. Career fairs are held on State Regents for Higher Education that (home.okstate.edu/). The site is updated campus each year to provide opportuni- summarize the assessments in the above frequently with timely announcements. ties for interaction between students and areas. The objectives, methods used, employers. Employers have information student population involved, results, and booths and distribute literature about uses of assessment data are reported for The Center for Family their companies and various job opportu- assessment in each initiative area, in- nities. Current career fairs include Col- Services cluding separate outcome assessment lege of Engineering, Architecture and The Center for Family Services is reports prepared by each academic Technology Career Fair; OSU Career sponsored by the Department of Family program. Fair; OSU Business Career Fair; Informa- Relations and Child Development in the tion and Telecommunications Technolo- College of Human Environmental Sci- Career Services gies Career Fair; Part-time Job Fair; OSU ences West building. Hospitality Days; Agricultural, Food, The Center's dual mission is to pro- Career Services assists OSU students Environmental, and Natural Sciences and alumni with job search activities vide high-quality, low cost marital and Career Fair; Teacher Job Fair, Summer family therapy services to the public and related to internships, part-time employ- Job and Internship Fair. ment while attending college, and full- to provide a training environment for time professional employment following Career Consultants. Services provided master's degree students specializing in graduation. by the career consultants include indi- marriage and family therapy. Because vidual advising, mock interviews, intern- the Center for Family Services is a train- On-campus interviewing is an easy and ship and co-op information, cover letter ing facility, advanced graduate students convenient way to obtain interviews assistance, resume development, job in marriage and family therapy conduct without leaving campus. On-campus search advice, interviewing tips, gradu- the majority of the therapy. While con- interviews can be an important source of ate and professional school assistance, ducting therapy, therapists-in-training are opportunities but should be only one of and information on specific majors. For under the direct supervision of clinical the strategies for a total job search. Sub- the names and contact information of faculty members who are all licensed scribing to OSU CareerWeb can help these professionals, refer to Career Ser- marriage and family therapists. The sophomores looking for an internship, vices on the Internet Center's facility allows for observation of and it can help the alumnus trying to (www.osucareerservices.com). sessions by clinical supervisors and connect to a new employment situation. videotaping of sessions. Last year over 350 companies con- Career Services is located in 350, ducted 5200 interviews on campus. 360, and 370 Student Union. The Center for Family Services is open to any individual, couple or family that Resume Referral. A student's resume is desires help with relationship issues, sent out to employers when they request Computing and including marital concerns, parent-child resumes in a particular major. Last year Information Services relationships, or other family issues. Fees over 400 companies requested resume are determined on a sliding fee scale Computing and Information Services referrals. Students must subscribe to based on income and family size, rang- (CIS) is the central provider of computing, OSU Career Web for this service. ing from $5 to $50. No one will be denied data networking, and telephone services Posting of Job Vacancies. Job postings services because of inability to pay. for Oklahoma State University. CIS also can be accessed on the Internet Appointments are available on re- (www.osucareerservices.com). Entries provides a variety of other important services to the campus including com- quest. While appointments are available are posted on a daily basis. Job listings puter training, publications, programming during both day time and evening hours, include part-time on-campus, part-time most appointments are scheduled on off-campus, work study, education jobs, support for institutional information systems, desktop computing support on site, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. business, industry, and government, and a comprehensive Help Desk. When an individual contacts the Center

Oklahoma State University 33 to seek marital and family therapy ser- tion at OSU. The MLRC is located in the vices, a staff member will ask a few ques- basement of South Murray Hall and is Special Facilities tions about the family and the reasons for open to students on a walk-in basis. The seeking the services, in order to assign MLRC consists of a 40-station networked the most appropriate therapist. Usually microcomputer lab, a 10-station video Bartlett Center for the within 24 hours, an initial appointment lab, and a tutoring room. Instructional Studio Arts and the will be scheduled. If time allows, an infor- software and several programming lan- mation packet will be sent before the first guages are available, as is a library of Gardiner Art Gallery appointment. video cassettes that contain lessons on The Bartlett Center, formerly known as The marriage and family therapy pro- almost all levels of mathematics courses Gardiner Hall, was built in 1910 as a women's residence hall and has since gram is accredited by the Commission through calculus and differential equa- served as a classroom building for on Accreditation for Marriage and Family tions. Therapy Education (COAMFTE). Undergraduate students majoring in women's physical education, speech, agriculture extension and the College of mathematics are available in the Center Business Administration. The building to tutor students and to assist students in Child the use of the equipment. was originally named to recognize Maude Gardiner, founder of the Development University's home economics program. Laboratories Psychological Services Gardiner Hall was renamed the Bartlett The Oklahoma State University Child Center Center in 1984, when Mr. and Mrs. F.M. Development Laboratories (CDL) have a "Pete" Bartlett made a generous gift to rich tradition of excellence in early child- The Psychological Services Center Oklahoma State University that was des- hood education. Originally established in was established in 1971 as a training, ignated for renovation of the building 1924, the labs presently reside in a two service and research facility at Okla- then occupied by the Department of Art. million dollar facility opened in 1983. A homa State University. It is operated by The Bartlett Center renovation has state-of-the-art outdoor learning labora- the Department of Psychology through enhanced the capabilities for instruction tory was completed in 1999. the College of Arts and Sciences. It is in the visual arts at OSU. It has also pro- located in 118 North Murray on the OSU The Child Development Laboratories vided an environment for activities that campus. The building is accessible to have brought regional and national rec- program offers a site for quality educa- the handicapped. tional programming for young children; ognition to the visual arts at OSU. The training of pre-service teachers in early Services are provided to children, Department of Art has nine instruction childhood education; observation and adolescents and adults and are avail- studios, in the Bartlett Center including interpretation of human growth and de- able to residents of Stillwater and the two computer laboratories, and a 100- velopment; research designed and surrounding community as well as OSU seat auditorium for instruction in art his- implemented by OSU faculty and stu- students, faculty and staff. The Center tory. This auditorium is equipped with dents to further the knowledge base in offers a variety of psychological services state-of-the-art multimedia equipment. such areas as early childhood curricu- such as but not limited to: individual, Additional studios for sculpture, ceram- lum, social interaction, language devel- group, family, and marital therapy; parent ics, printmaking and 3D design are cur- opment and cognitive development; and counseling and training; play therapy for rently under construction at another community service in the form of child children; treatment of phobias and anxi- campus location. care, parenting programs and in-service ety disorders; relaxation training; Maude Gardiner continues to be rec- teacher education. assertiveness training; stress manage- ognized through the Gardiner Art Gallery, ment; depression; intellectual, personal- a significant part of the Bartlett Center The CDL is licensed by the Depart- ity, and neuropsychological assessment; ment of Human Services and is accred- serving both instructional and outreach assessment of attention deficit and learn- needs of the Department of Art. The ited by the National Association for the ing disorders; and school consultation. Education of Young Children. The pro- Gallery provides exhibitions of regional gram offers planned learning activities The Center's staff includes doctoral and national importance to OSU and the that are developmentally appropriate; and postdoctoral students in the clinical community. Exhibitions have included frequent and positive interactions be- psychology training program, that is the work of Manuel Neri, Deborah tween children and students; nutritious accredited by the American Psychologi- Butterfield, Lucas Samaras, and traveling meals and snacks; regular communica- cal Association. The staff also includes exhibitions such as "American Works on tion with parents; positive guidance supervising clinical psychologists from Paper: 100 years of American Art" and techniques; high adult-to-child ratio; (well the Department of Psychology. Although "Watercolor USA." Faculty and student trained and experienced) ECE degreed the exact composition of the staff may work is also exhibited on a regular basis. staff and on-going, systematic program change from year to year, the staff is evaluation. generally composed of individuals from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Bartlett Independent Subject to availability, families have an opportunity to enroll in a model early There is a graduated fee structure Living Center childhood program. Children enrolled in ranging from $10 to $80 per session, The F.M. "Pete" Bartlett family, with a the program range in age from six depending on one's financial situation. vision of independent living for all, months through five years. The Center is open from 8:00 a.m. until funded the renovation of a residential 9:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thurs- home on campus. This home was aptly day. On Wednesday and Friday, it is named the Bartlett Independent Living Mathematics Learning open from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Ap- Center. This center serves as both a Resource Center pointments can be made by contacting research and demonstration facility, and the Center. illustrates the concept of universal de- The Mathematics Learning Resource sign, that is, design that meets the needs Center (MLRC) is intended to be the hub of all people regardless of age or ability. of undergraduate mathematics instruc-

34 The University The College of Human Environmental moved from the basement of the College fulfill this continuing role effectively, the Sciences (HES) and the Stillwater Medi- to a new building; in 1906 administration Library strives to be flexible and respon- cal Center have formed a partnership to moved into the new Morrill Hall. sive to the needs of its constituents, to establish and operate a senior day treat- The Friends of the Oklahoma Museum emphasize cooperative arrangements ment program in the Bartlett Independent of Higher Education (OMHE) is a group with other libraries, and to maximize the Living Center. Stillwater Medical Center composed of influential Oklahomans application of state-of-the-art technology provides clinical services for the elderly interested in raising funds to complete to facilitate speedier and ever wider and works with OSU and HES to establish development of the museum. In 1994 the access to needed information. educational and research opportunities. Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of The OSU Library subscribes to more OSU students interested in the field of Fame, created by the Friends, inducted than 200 specialized databases to assist aging have an exciting opportunity to the first members. The Hall of Fame students, faculty and staff in their re- learn and interact with older adults. Se- currently displays 60 prominent educa- search. A growing number of these data- nior Perspective provides students with tors, administrators and supporters from bases provide access to the full text of research and practicum opportunities, all areas of Oklahoma. Inductions occur documents. Members of the OSU com- internships and assistantships. annually in October from nominations munity can access dozens of these The special features of the center made by alumni, colleagues, friends and resources (including online, full-text include computerized environmental family; nomination forms are available at journals with more than 15,000 titles), control systems; motorized windows, the museum. regardless of their location, from any blinds, and draperies; and adjustable- When fully developed, OMHE will computer with Internet access and a height work centers. The center provides represent all higher education institutions Web browser. Library users can submit a base of knowledge for students, build- in Oklahoma. Current exhibits center on interlibrary loan requests and book re- ers, architects, interior designers, and OAMC/OSU's well documented history. newal requests electronically using other professionals who work with clients One room contains an exhibit on Bacone forms on the Library's Web pages. Many experiencing life span changes. College, at Muskogee, the oldest con- users are taking advantage of the tinuously operating school in the state Library's Electronic Reserves to provide (1880). Rotating exhibits feature selected access to supplemental course materi- Colvin Recreation Center educational institutions in Oklahoma. als. The Library offers a variety of free training sessions throughout the year, The Colvin Recreation Center will Major structural restoration has been including sessions on using the Library's begin a $20 million renovation in June completed to present Old Central as it 2002. The new addition and remodeled Online Catalog and other databases, was in 1894. Interior photos published in searching the Web, creating Web pages, space should be completed for use the 1894-95 Catalog are being used as and using the student electronic mail beginning January 2004. The new facility guides for re-creating five period rooms. will truly provide OSU students with an system. Tour groups, orientation classes and Government Documents. Many people incredible experience socially as well as group use of Old Central can be ar- physically. The future will see a new four- consider the OSU Library's Documents ranged at the museum office, or by call- lane track, over 30,000 square feet dedi- Department to be the best Regional ing (405) 744-2828. (Classes are not Depository for U.S. Government publica- cated to cardiovascular and strength charged and education-related groups conditioning, a new outdoor pool, five tions in the Southwest. Non-depository are given preferential rates. OSU groups new gyms and a golf practice area. materials as well as publications of the are not charged for use during regular state of Oklahoma, foreign governments, When all is finished there will be more museum hours; they are charged for than 220,000 square feet of recreation and international organizations are ob- usage for other times.) Museum hours space. While enduring the inconve- tained to support fields of interest to OSU. are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday The Documents Department has a grow- nience of the 18-month construction, all through Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 scheduled activities and open recreation ing collection of indices and data files p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday, Monday, play will be hosted in the Colvin Recre- issued by the United States and commer- and state holidays. (Home football game cial companies. These files include the ation Center Annex. Students can go to day hours are adjusted according to the temporary offices in the Annex and 1990 Census, the 1992 Economic Cen- game time.) Donations of $1.00 per adult pick up program files. sus and indices to congressional publi- and 50 cents per child are requested, but cations and international trade informa- Facilities are also available at Lake not mandatory; any amount helps keep tion. Whenever possible, the department Carl Blackwell and Camp Redlands for a the museum open. Larger donations are challenge course, sailing, canoeing and provides Internet access to U.S. govern- always appreciated; tax verification ment information via the OSU Library's crew. Reservation for socials, workshops provided on request. and other retreats can be made for nomi- Internet site (www.library.okstate.edu). nal rental rates in the lodge and cabins. OSU Libraries M. B. Seretean Center for The OSU Library is a premier elec- Oklahoma Museum of tronic library, with four branch libraries the Performing Arts Higher Education-Old and a combined collection of over two The M.B. Seretean Center for the Per- Central million volumes, 18,000 serials, more forming Arts provides a modern and well- than 3.6 million microforms and 306,000 equipped home for the departments of Historic Old Central, dedicated June maps and aerial photographs. Its primary Music and Theater. Constructed in 1970 15, 1894, was the first permanent build- mission is to serve as the "intellectual at a cost of three million dollars and ing on campus. Classes began in the commons" of the University, providing named in honor of its principal benefac- new "ultra-modern" structure September high-quality resources, services, and tor, M.B. "Bud" Seretean, a 1947 OSU 12, 1894. Originally referred to as "The gateways to information to meet the graduate, the Center is the focal point of College," this building housed both aca- needs of OSU's diverse instructional, all major dramatic and musical events on demics and administration for six years. research and outreach programs. To the OSU campus. The center's 75,000 In 1900, the Department of Chemistry square feet include the 900-seat Concert

Oklahoma State University 35 Hall and the 600-seat Vivia Locke ties such as movies, dances and speak- Wellness Center Theatre which attract a myriad of fine arts ers are provided for students by the activities such as ballet, concerts, mime, Union's student programming organiza- The OSU Wellness Center offers a opera, plays, faculty and student recitals, tion, the Student Union Activities Board. variety of health-related programs for all and a host of summer conventions. OSU students. These programs include Through its conference center, the free wellness screening (cholesterol, In addition to the auditorium and the- Student Union hosts many continuing blood pressure, body composition, and ater, the Seretean Center houses teach- education conferences throughout the computerized health risk appraisal), ing studios for music, a variety of class- year. The variety of meeting rooms lo- nutrition counseling, wellness education rooms, a specially-designed choral cated throughout the Union are also classes, certification of aerobics and room, a rehearsal hall for band and or- available for OSU student organizations weight training instructors, and campus- chestra, costume and scene shops, and and faculty meetings, normally at no wide health promotion activities. a well-equipped audio center, all de- charge. signed to provide an excellent atmo- The Wellness Center offers opportuni- Although the OSU Student Union's ties to undergraduate and graduate sphere in Oklahoma for the teaching of annual budget exceeds $14 million, less the fine arts. students to participate in practicum and than 10 percent of the total cost of oper- internship programs in the disciplines of ating the Union is funded from student computer science, counseling and psy- Student Union fees. As the Union receives no state chology, exercise science, health edu- funds for its operations, the remainder of cation, marketing, nutrition, pre-physical The primary purpose of the OSU Stu- its budget is generated from the sale of therapy, and wellness. dent Union is to serve the members of goods and services. the University community through an The Wellness Center houses a 140- organization that provides necessary seat theater, demonstration kitchen and and convenient goods and services; Telecommunications dining room, aerobics area, weight room, offers educational, social, cultural, and Center computer lab, a full-service wellness leadership programs; and fosters an laboratory, and physical therapy clinic. atmosphere of open interaction and The Telecommunications Center is a Meeting rooms are available to OSU exchange among all students, faculty, visible commitment to the University's student groups for OSU-sponsored staff, alumni and guests. desire to keep pace with the communi- events, in cooperation with the Wellness cations revolution. Educational Televi- Center. Dating back to 1815, college unions sion Services (ETS) occupies the facility have always been thought of as "places and is equipped with two independent, where all may meet on common ground." fully operational studios with a capacity The OSU Student Union is certainly no of eight cameras. A third studio is a self- exception to this tradition as it has been contained, instructor-controlled, Campus Life serving the University community since classroom-style studio for videotaping 1950. With a facility consisting of courses and live two-way presentations Kent Sampson, Director, Campus Life 611,652 square feet, it stands as the via compressed video fiber optic lines. largest and most comprehensive union There are two off-line and one on-line Bonnie Dudley-Schroeder, in the world. It provides the University editing suites and two remote camera Administrative Assistant, Campus with such services as an 81-room hotel, units. Life the Bookstore, a variety of lounges, a ETS has the ability to transmit or re- Joe Ray, Coordinator, Allied Arts & theater, extensive food services, a shop- Special Events ping mall, a post office, a travel agency ceive on either the C-band or Ku-band and many University offices. satellite format, including using a Ku- Ival Gregory, Manager, Greek Life band satellite truck from remote loca- Pamela Walters, Coordinator, Greek The Student Union is the center of tions. ETS produces over 1400 live and campus life as it houses the offices for Life taped programs per year consisting of Regina Henry, Coordinator of major student organizations. Many activi- video teleconferences, educational programs, documentaries, OSU classes, Immigrations, ISS video training tapes, and public service Tim Huff, Manager, International announcements for the University, state Students and Scholars agencies and for state and federal Stephen Haseley, Manager, grants. Leadership Development ETS employs a full-time staff of 35 in Marie Basler, Coordinator, the areas of production, engineering and Nontraditional Student Services art. Each of these areas is also staffed Muhrizah Brunken, Coordinator, with students working to earn practical SUAB and Student Union Programs experience under the guidance of professionals. For those students who meet Joyce Montgomery, Coordinator, the prerequisites, who are conscientious Volunteer Center and who are willing to work, there are The Department of Campus Life is in three methods of entry into employment the forefront of co-curricular activities on at ETS. One method is through an intern- campus. It is responsible for the facilita- ship which allows the student to earn tion and implementation of programming college credit. Another method is for students and student organizations at through part-time employment at ETS, the University. Campus Life's commit- usually reserved for those students who ment is to provide an environment that have completed an internship, and the encourages interaction among students, third is through the University's work- faculty, staff and the community at large study program. through organizations to provide the best

36 The University quality of services with integrity and offered to newly-arrived students. A respect for a diverse population. Honor and Service newsletter is published monthly, as well The Campus Life Center services, 060 Organizations as weekly updates to the list ISS informa- Student Union, include Student Union tion is located on the Internet. ISS pre- display case scheduling, insurance for OSU offers opportunities for personal sents a variety of programs throughout OSU sponsored trips, a calendar of and professional development through the year in which student volunteers events, scheduling of Bennett Chapel, many nationally-affiliated honor and participate and assist. notary public, registering posters, fliers service organizations. These organiza- The International Students and Schol- and signs, scheduling use of campus tions provide opportunities for leadership ars office encourages international and grounds, student organization records, and program development, new friend- American students, faculty, staff and motor pool requests, campus work or- ships and recognition of achievement. community members to use its services ders for student groups, scholarship University-wide organizations include: and participate in the programs. and membership applications, and a Blue Key (junior and senior honor resource center that offers a wide variety society) of brochures on various subjects. Golden Key (junior and senior honor Campus Life at OSU encompasses society) Lectures these administrative and programming Iota Kappa (honor society for sopho- Oklahoma State University, through its areas: mores) academic organizations and student groups, has a significant number of Mortar Board (junior and senior honor speakers each year, enriching the intel- society) lectual life on campus. Individuals, from Allied Arts National Society of Collegiate Scholars both off-campus and on-campus, share Allied Arts is the oldest university Orange and Black Quill (honor society their expertise with faculty, students, staff, performing arts series in Oklahoma. The for juniors) and town's people on a wide variety of program has brought thousands of out- Order of Omega (honor society for soror- topics. standing performances to Stillwater, as ity and fraternity members) Many of the academic units as well as part of its mission to enrich university life Phi Eta Sigma (freshman and sophomore student groups invite speakers to their and provide the university community honor society) meetings in order to enhance the educa- with a broad range of professional musi- tional component of the University. cal, dance and theatrical events. Allied Phi Kappi Phi (national honor society for These lectures are generally of interest to Arts performances are selected by a seniors and graduate students) specific academic areas, rather than to committee composed of students, faculty (See college sections for organizations the general campus. The Student Gov- and staff, and each year five or six perfor- within each college.) ernment Association, through its mances are scheduled for the series. Speaker's Board, brings major figures in Students, faculty and staff can purchase politics, entertainment, and business to a subscription for all events, or individual the campus. The Student Union Activities tickets to specific shows. For ticket infor- International Students Board also has a speaker's program mation and schedule, contact the Allied related to topics of general student inter- Arts office. and Scholars est. Other student organizations conduct The International Students and Schol- active lecture programs concerning their ars (ISS) office provides assistance to interest areas. more than 2,000 international students Allied Arts conducts lecture-demon- Greek Life and scholars from countries as far away strations in conjunction with a number of Oklahoma State University benefits as Singapore and Zambia and as close its classical arts performances. In this from the presence of 20 national Interfra- as Canada and Mexico. The goals of the manner, students can gain additional ternity Conference Fraternities, 11 Na- office are to assist international students knowledge of classical arts and artists. tional Panhellenic Conference Sororities, to: learn about their new surroundings; and six National Panhellenic Council use the resources of the University and Fraternities and Sororities. The Greek community; and be advocates for stu- experience stresses campus and com- dents throughout the University and the Nontraditional munity involvement, academic excel- community. lence, leadership, athletic competition, The staff in the International Students Student Services and professional development. Greek life and Scholars office is responsible for The primary goal is to assist nontradi- has been a part of OSU since 1917. The advisement to students and faculty on tional students, anyone with at least a system provides student leaders with the matters which are unique to international two-year break in education, by provid- opportunity to participate in a wide vari- students and scholars. Personal consul- ing support, information and referrals. ety of activities, including numerous tation, financial planning, liaison with The coordinator serves as a resource philanthropies that Greek members sup- embassies, consulates and sponsors, person for the entire campus community port. The Department of Greek Life, lo- legal referrals, academic referrals, immi- and seeks to raise the awareness of cated in 050 Student Union, provides gration matters, and orientation pro- faculty, administrators and students with guidance and resources to all Greek grams, are among the services offered. regard to the needs of this special group. organizations. The full-time staff consists Non-immigrant students and scholars All nontraditional students are encour- of Greek alumni who have extensive can apply for internal-employment clear- aged to stop by the Campus Life Center background and knowledge of the Greek ances in the office. to discuss their concerns or questions. system. Pre-arrival information is sent to new The coordinator also advises students students. Orientation and assistance with who have rent-related difficulties, such housing, banking, enrollment, etc., are as landlord disputes, or who are looking for housing off-campus.

Oklahoma State University 37 fun, adventure, education and excite- istration concerning policies and regula- Campus Recreation ment. With a variety of local, national and tions, and coordinates campus-wide Campus recreation programs are international trips as well as workshops activities for the enrichment of residential at all skill levels, opportunities are pro- area living. Each hall has its own elected designed to provide equipment, space and professional assistance in helping vided for enrichment for the whole com- officers and constitution, and is a part of University students, staff members, and munity. the RHA system of representative government. There are numerous opportuni- their families pursue individual recreation In addition to trips and workshops, an interests. Located in the Colvin Center extensive low-and high-elements chal- ties for involvement in the halls, such as Annex are facilities for activities includ- lenge course is offered at Camp floor officer, social committees, food committees, and sports and athletic ing racquetball, basketball, volleyball, Redlands. A state-of-the-art indoor badminton, table tennis and strength and climbing facility is also available in the activities. cardiovascular conditioning. In addition, Colvin Recreation Center. To facilitate areas for soccer, football, rugby, softball, the trips program, as well as the Univer- archery, tennis, sailing, canoeing and sity and local communities' pursuits, the hiking are made available for student Outdoor Adventure Rental Shop in the Student Development and staff use. Colvin Recreation Center provides ac- Transcript Personal Enhancement Program. The cess to everything from in-line skates to sleeping bags. The Student Development Transcript staff of the Colvin Recreation Center (SDT) gives OSU students the opportunity Whether it is sea kayaking in the Baja offers a variety of noncredit classes each to record their co-curricular activities in a Peninsula, a day at the challenge semester to students, faculty and staff. All format similar to an academic transcript. course, or the annual climbing competi- land aerobic classes are free of charge Involvement in all campus organizations tion, the common elements in all pro- to students. Other instructional programs and volunteer service may be included. grams are quality leadership and lots of for adults include CPR, first aid, The transcript can be used with applica- fun. lifeguarding, scuba, swimming, tennis, tions for scholarships, honorary organi- ballroom and swing, martial arts, water zations and with resumes for job applica- aerobics, tai chi, yoga. tions. Contact the Campus Life office for Intramural Sports. The vision of the more information on this valuable tool. intramural sports program is to improve Religious Life the quality of life at OSU, and the mission Campus religious centers, supported is to develop students mentally and by state and national church bodies physically, provide quality programs and specifically to serve the University com- Student Union services, and to encourage all partici- munity, provide opportunity for worship in pants to value recreation. These pro- both traditional and contemporary ser- Programs grams are important for all students at- vices; religious education commensu- Student Union Programs (SUP) offer a tending OSU because they provide an rate with higher learning for the develop- variety of programs and activities for the opportunity to meet new people, cultivate ment of the whole person; counseling campus and Stillwater communities, present relationships by participating that maintains a spiritual basis for the including Cowboy Christmas and Cow- with friends, and stimulate personal cohesion and meaning of life; and social boy Country arts and crafts fairs, Holiday physical fitness through sports. Programs activities which allow relationships and Interlude and the Madrigal Dinner Con- are available at differing skill levels, as life views to deepen. The 18 religious cert. SUP also presents regular evening well as opportunities to compete in spe- centers have strategic locations close to programs in the Union, including bingo, cific divisions for men, women and co- campus and, in addition to their own casino night, coffeehouse and world recreational leagues. With over 50 activi- ministry, coordinate many of their efforts culture programs. Late Night in the ties to choose from, intramural sports with each other and the University ad- Union, a special finals week program offers something for every student. ministration through the Association of providing a free pancake breakfast for Sports Clubs. The campus recreation University Ministries. students is held at the end of every se- program advises and helps organize the mester. SUP also provides musical en- active sport clubs on campus, which are tertainment in the Food Court during governed by the Sports Club Council. lunch hour on a regular basis as well as The Council is chartered by the Univer- Residential Area summer programs for students, faculty, sity and its officers are elected students. Organizations staff and their families. The Student Union This Council develops sports club poli- Activities Board (SUAB) provides diverse cies, sets priorities, and functions as the Residence halls are popular places to activities and events for students and the official representative for all sports clubs. live on the OSU campus. The housing OSU community. SUAB coordinates The campus recreation program pro- and food service programs have a proud special cultural, educational, and vides the adviser for this Council. Mem- tradition of excellence recognized na- thought-provoking events such as Fresh- bership in all sports clubs is open to all tionwide. Much of the success of the man Follies, the Bonfire Bash, Springfest, students. If a group of students is inter- residence halls is the strong and vital and Network Event Theatre first run mov- ested in starting a sports club, the coordi- student government system consisting of ies. nator will assist them. floor governments, councils for each hall or complex and the Residence Halls Active sports clubs are Bowling, Crew, Association, which represents all halls Cycling, Fencing, Karate, Lacrosse, on campus. Rugby, Sailing, Scuba, Soccer, Snow Theater Skiing, Volleyball, Waterskiing, All residence halls on campus com- Live theater productions are an impor- Weightlifting, Adaptive Sports and Wilder- bine to form the Residence Halls Asso- tant part of the cultural life of the campus. ness Pursuits. ciation (RHA). The Residence Halls OSU Theatre produces six to eight plays Association acts as the voice of residen- each academic year from a wide variety Outdoor Adventure. The goal of Outdoor tial area students to the University admin- Adventure is to provide opportunities for of dramatic and musical theater litera-

38 The University ture. Two separate productions series Dallas, Atlanta, Austin, Washington, D.C., Although it is a separate and distinct are offered. Each year, four fully-mounted Chicago and Denver. Chapter activities legal entity from the Oklahoma State large-scale productions are presented in include alumni networking, student University System, the OSU Foundation the 600-seat Vivia Locke Theatre. Two to scholarships, athletic event watch par- maintains a close and cooperative work- four student-directed, designed and ties, and other programs that support ing relationship with the University. performed studio productions are pre- OSU. The mission of the OSU Foundation is sented in the 100-seat Gundersen Studio Homecoming. OSU's award-winning to secure and manage private support for Theatre. Each production's cast and Homecoming is one of the few home- the Oklahoma State University system. crews are made up of theater majors and coming celebrations in the country jointly minors as well as nonmajors from across coordinated by students and alumni. The the campus. Auditions are open to all OSUAA provides staff support to student students on campus regardless of major. committees selected each year. Home- coming includes a variety of events, OSU-Oklahoma including the Harvest Carnival for children; the popular WalkAround, where City Volunteer Center Homecoming decorations are viewed by The Volunteer Center serves students, thousands of spectators; a pep rally; a Jerry Carroll, Provost and President staff and faculty at OSU. The goal is to parade; and the crowning of Homecom- of Oklahoma State University- introduce volunteerism as a way to bring ing royalty at halftime of the football Oklahoma City together different groups of people on game. campus and within the Stillwater commu- Jerry Brooks, Vice-President for Student Recruitment. The OSU Alumni Finance and Operations nity. Volunteering helps build transferable Association helps alumni chapters spon- work skills, and such experiences are sor programs for the top academic Phillip Birdine, Vice-President for also important to be reflected in a re- achievers in Oklahoma's high schools. Student Services sume. Volunteering can also help one Alumni also help recruit out-of-state gain experience in one's major area of students and provide scholarships to Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma study or another area of interest. students in their areas. City (OSU-OKC) is a North Central Asso- Alumni Awards. The OSU Alumni Asso- ciation accredited, state-assisted public ciation administers and produces four two-year college serving one of the fast- award programs each year. The awards est growing metropolitan cities in the are the Alumni Hall of Fame, Distin- country. Located in the heart of Okla- Alumni Programs guished Alumni and Distinguished Inter- homa City at the crossroads of Interstate national Alumni, Alumni Service and Top 44 and Interstate 40, this campus enrolls and Services Ten Seniors. The awards recognize approximately 4,500 full- and part-time personal and professional achievements students each semester. OSU-OKC has The OSU Alumni Association (OSUAA) and service to OSU and the Alumni Asso- grown from a campus of one building serves as a connection between alumni ciation. with fewer than 100 students in 1961 to a and the University. Its mission is to pro- Travel. The OSU Alumni Association campus that today consists of 80 acres, vide services to its members and alumni, offers educational and fun travel pack- nine modern buildings, 227 faculty mem- and to support the needs of Oklahoma ages to locations around the world. bers, and a staff of 157 caring and com- State University, its students, faculty, staff mitted people. and friends. Cowboys for Higher Education. The OSU Alumni Association provides alumni Offering 23 associate in applied sci- Membership is open to all graduates, the opportunity to be advocates for OSU ence degree programs, eight associate former students and friends of Oklahoma at the legislative level. of science programs, a variety of certifi- State University. Members may join cate programs, and developmental edu- through an annual membership fee or a cation courses, the Oklahoma City cam- one-time life membership fee. pus takes pride in its student-centered The OSU Alumni Association offers a approach to collegiate education. Cur- wide variety of benefits to its members OSU Foundation riculum is designed in response to local through information and news about employment needs and input from professionals who serve on OSU-OKC advi- OSU, discounts on insurance, hotel The Oklahoma State University Foun- sory committees. All energies are di- rooms, rental cars and moving expenses; dation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corpo- rected toward one goal—blending both opportunities for business networking; ration. Gifts to the Foundation are deduct- academic and student support services student scholarships; chapter activities; ible under Section 170 of the Internal to create a collegiate educational experi- special events on campus, including Revenue Code. Established in 1961, the ence—that addresses the needs of the Homecoming; alumni awards; and travel Foundation encourages the commitment individual student. Degrees awarded at packages. of personal and financial resources from OSU-OKC are listed below. Communication. The OSU Alumni Asso- the private sector toward the priority ciation communicates with its members objectives established by the University, Associate In Applied Science. The in a variety of ways, including the Internet balancing the interest of the donor with Associate in Applied Science degree (www.okstate.alumni.org) and via elec- the needs of the University, and manag- signifies the completion of at least 60 tronic mail. Alumni Association members ing those resources efficiently and effec- semester credit hours of collegiate receive the award-winning OSU Maga- tively. course work that will place the graduate on a career path. Oklahoma State Uni- zine and the OSU Spirit. The OSU Board of Regents through a versity-Oklahoma City offers 23 Associ- Chapters. OSUAA has about 50 alumni resolution passed in 1966 recommended ate in Applied Science degree programs chapters across Oklahoma, and addi- that gifts or donations made for the ben- in five divisional areas. tional chapters in such cities as Houston, efit of Oklahoma State University be made to the OSU Foundation.

Oklahoma State University 39 Agriculture Technology General Education eligible individuals, and treats all stu- Horticulture Technology Division of Arts and Sciences dents fairly and equally and with no Veterinary Technology (A.A.S.) English and Language Arts discrimination, regardless of social, Business Technology Humanities economic or academic background. It Accounting Life Science provides learning opportunities for stu- Computer Information Systems Mathematics dents to complete an Associate in Ap- Management Natural Sciences plied Science degree, an Associate of Quality Management Physical Sciences Science degree or Certificate Program Technical Communications Social Sciences primarily in technical education. It pre- pares students for upper-division aca- Engineering Technology Philosophy. Oklahoma State University- Oklahoma City operates in the belief that demic study at a four-year college or Applied Technology university. Architectural Technology each person should be treated with Civil Engineering Technology dignity and respect; afforded equal op- When appropriate, OSU-OKC partici- Construction Technology portunity to acquire a complete educa- pates in reciprocal and cooperative Electronics Engineering Technology tional experience; given an opportunity relationships with educational and vari- Fire Protection Technology to discover and develop special apti- ous other types of institutions. General Engineering Technology tudes and insights; and provided an OSU-OKC provides students the op- Heating, Ventilation and Air Condi- opportunity to be equipped for a fulfilling portunity to acquire the knowledge and tioning Technology (HVAC) life and responsible citizenship in a world skills that enable them to accomplish Industrial Drafting and Design Tech- characterized by change. specified career or personal educational nology The Mission. The mission of Oklahoma goals. It provides a developmental stud- Occupational and Environmental State University-Oklahoma City is to ies program to enable students to be Safety provide collegiate level career and trans- successful at the college level. It pro- Surveying Technology fer educational programs and supportive vides a complete student services pro- services, that will prepare individuals to gram, including academic advisement, Health Services live and work in an increasingly techno- career planning and placement, enroll- Nurse Science logical and global community. ment management, counseling services, Human Services Institutional Effectiveness. The Institu- campus judicial programs, admissions Crime Victim/Survivor Services tional Effectiveness effort provides for a and records, minority student programs Early Care long-term commitment to institutional and services, veterans services, student Education Administration change through assuring effective, on- activities, financial aid, assessment, Interpreter Training going institutional self-study processes. student support services and child devel- Municipal Fire Protection These efforts are an integral part of insti- opment services. Police Science tutional decision-making system and the OSU-OKC conducts workshops, semi- Cooperative Programs student learning and growth process. nars and conferences to accommodate Crime Victim/Survivor Services, with The purpose of the Institutional Effective- the needs of local business, industry and Northern Oklahoma College ness effort on campus is to ensure that community groups on a noncredit basis. Nurse Science, with Panhandle State systems are in place that: determine It engages in a broad campus-wide University instutional effectiveness, are improve- program of assessment and improve- Associate of Science. The Associate of ment oriented, maximize limited re- ment, including regular and systematic Science degree is a program designed sources, provides meaningful and quality review of program and funding sources, for transfer to an upper-division bacca- information to faculty, service providers in order to conduct long- and short-range laureate degree program. The Associate and students to assist in decision mak- planning, and to provide and encourage of Science degree is typically awarded to ing, provide an effective guide for future faculty and staff development activities to those who wish to major in subjects with planning. meet stated goals and to improve effi- heavy undergraduate requirements in The process for determining institu- ciency and effectiveness. mathematics and science, including, but tional effectiveness is linked to the major not limited to, fields such as engineering functions of the mission—to provide and agriculture. It represents successful collegiate-level career and transfer edu- completion of a minimum of 60 credit cational programs and supportive ser- hours, excluding any physical education vices, developmental education, con- courses. Oklahoma State University- tinuing education, and access that will Oklahoma City offers eight Associate of prepare individuals to live and work in an Science degree programs. increasingly technological and global Agriculture Technology community. It is driven by a process of Horticulture Technology critical self-examination and is directly Arts and Sciences related to improving curriculum and the Industrial Laboratory Technology quality of teaching and learning within Public Service the institution. OSU-OKC's plan calls for a continuous quality improvement process Business Technology across the campus that engages faculty Health Care Management in thinking about the purpose and mis- Engineering Technology sion of education; and ultimately devel- Fire Protection Technology ops a program that will assess and docu- Human Services ment student academic achievement. Alcohol and Substance Abuse Coun- seling Functions of OSU-OKC. OSU-OKC American Sign Language maintains an open-door policy that pro- Police Science vides access to higher education for all

40 The University able in a competitive job-seeking envi- Each student wishing to attend OSU- OSU-Okmulgee ronment. Job placement for OSU- Tulsa must be admitted to the academic Okmulgee graduates is among the high- degree program of choice. All students Robert Klabenes, Provost and est in Oklahoma. Graduates from many must comply with admission procedures President of Oklahoma State OSU-Okmulgee programs often have of OSU. Once admitted, regulations pub- University-Okmulgee several job offers prior to graduation. lished in the OSU Catalog govern the The college's educational programs student's pursuit and completion of the Linda Avant, Associate Vice degree program. President, Academic Support and are divided into six instructional divi- Development sions, each with several instructional OSU provides admission, enrollment, programs. They include: transportation - financial aid and academic advising Sandra Massey, Interim Dean, automotive service, automotive collision services at OSU-Tulsa. Financial aid for Student Support and Development repair, diesel and heavy equipment students is available through OSU. Ken Morris, Vice Provost, Business technologies; information technologies; Scholarships are also available from Services construction technologies - air condition- OSU-Tulsa. Students must enroll and pay ing and refrigeration technology and tuition at OSU-Tulsa. The students' offi- Oklahoma State University - Okmulgee construction technologies; engineering cial academic records and transcripts technologies - electrical-electronics are maintained by OSU at the Stillwater is a residential branch campus of OSU technologies, engineering graphics, campus. Faculty are hired by OSU and that focuses upon offering quality education in advancing technological and watchmaking and manufacturing tech- the college offering the degree program. nologies; general studies and business Upon completion of an academic pro- academic programs. Graduates earn technologies division - general studies, gram, OSU grants the degree. Students either the associate in applied science or associate in science degree. business systems technologies, office are responsible for making certain each information systems technologies; and course taken will apply toward the cho- OSU-Okmulgee's core curriculum is creative arts - food service management, sen degree or certificate program. as diverse and innovative as its student jewelry technology, shoe, boot and Courses taken from other participating body. Individuals receive the compre- saddle, orthotic and prosthetics, universities are treated as transfer credit hensive education required to prepare pedorthics, and visual communications. courses. Transfer credit hours are ap- them as competitive members of a world- Students enrolled in the associate in plied to a student's degree program in class workforce and to be contributing science degrees typically transfer to four- accordance with regulations of OSU. members of society. year colleges after first earning their OSU-Tulsa is administered by a Board OSU-Okmulgee's college credit associate degree at OSU-Okmulgee. of Trustees and under the governing courses are unique in Oklahoma. The OSU-Okmulgee operates on a year- authority of the OSU Board of Regents. Okmulgee campus blends the best of around, three-semester system. New Classes are held at 700 N. Greenwood emerging technologies, enhanced com- semesters begin in late August, in early Ave., Tulsa, OK 74106-0700. Semester puter applications and general educa- January and mid-April. class schedules are published by OSU- tion to prepare students for rewarding The college participates in both na- Tulsa and distributed on the Stillwater careers in business and industry. Each campus through the OSU Office of Ad- program curricula is carefully reviewed tional and state financial aid programs. Deadline is March 1 for financial aid missions and the Graduate College. For twice each year by a team of industry applications. Most scholarship deadlines more information, contact the OSU-Tulsa and business advisers to make certain also are March 1. campus at 918-594-8270 or visit the course content and instructional aids OSU-Tulsa Internet site (www.osu- remain relevant. Students enjoy the low Oklahoma State University-Okmulgee tulsa.okstate.edu). faculty-student ratio, the emphasis upon is located at 1801 E. 4th Street, hands-on learning, and industry-experi- Okmulgee, Oklahoma 74447-3901. The enced faculty. toll-free phone number at OSU- Okmulgee is 1-800-722-4471. Informa- OSU-Okmulgee has established an extensive array of business and industry tion can also be found on the Internet (www.osu-okmulgee.edu). Visitors are partnerships that enhance participating always welcome. programs. Many national and international corporations have chosen to partner with OSU-Okmulgee. These partnerships support the college with scholarships, training aids and equipment. Stu- dents benefit by having greater access to OSU-Tulsa sponsoring partners and employers at graduation. Gary L. Trennepohl, President Students in most programs of study Raja Basu, Vice-President for also participate in internships, closely Academic Affairs monitored, authentic work experience in a business or industry within their career Oklahoma State University offers un- choice. Many interns receive pay during dergraduate and graduate courses at their internship. OSU-Tulsa. For undergraduate pro- The combination of the college's high grams, lower-division courses (1000-and quality educational programs, business 2000-level) are available at Tulsa Com- and industry partnerships, the internship munity College. Upper-division courses program, and modern and well-equipped (3000-and 4000-level) are offered at instructional facilities, ensures OSU- OSU-Tulsa. Both master and doctoral Okmulgee graduates are highly market- level graduate degrees are available.

Oklahoma State University 41 duct of any University class or activity or III. The text of this resolution shall be Regents’ Resolu- of any lawful meeting or assembly in any printed in the "Student Regulations" sec- University building or on the University tion of the Student Handbook of the Uni- campus; inciting or organizing attempts versity and in the University Catalog. tion on Disrup- to prevent student attendance at classes; and, interfering with or blocking normal tion of the Edu- pedestrian or vehicular traffic on the University campus. cational Process C. Responsibility of the President Student Rights A resolution of the Board of Regents for When it appears that there is a viola- and Oklahoma State University to further tion of Section I-A or I-B, it shall be the clarify existing student regulations. Sec- duty of the president (and he or she is tion 1, "Legal Obligation of the Student," fully authorized to act) to take all steps Responsibilities as it pertains to the disruption of the edu- which the president deems advisable to By enrolling at OSU, students accept cational process, was adopted in the protect the assumed and designated the responsibility for complying with all regular monthly meeting at Stillwater, interests of Oklahoma State University applicable laws and University policies, Oklahoma, on July 11, 1970: and to see that its rules, regulations and policies are enforced. The president while retaining the rights guaranteed Be it resolved by the Board of Regents shall ensure that any person or persons under the Constitution of the United of Oklahoma State University: found guilty after proper hearing shall be States. OSU expects students to show I. That this statement known as "Emer- disciplined in accordance with the exist- respect for the rights of others and for gency Disciplinary Procedure in Cases ing Oklahoma State University student lawful authority, to represent themselves of Disruption to the University's Educa- disciplinary regulations. truthfully and accurately at all times, to tional Process" containing the following In carrying out these duties, the presi- respect private and public property, to provisions be enacted: dent may call upon any member of the fulfill contractual obligations including A. Definition of Disruptive Conduct University administration, or any member those that are financially made with the University, and to take responsibility for Oklahoma State University has long of the faculty, and the president may call upon any agency of the University cre- their own actions and the actions of their honored the right of the individual to free guests. Disciplinary action may also be discussion and expression, of peaceful ated to deal with cases arising under Section A. Action by any state or federal taken for any violation of local ordi- demonstration, and of petition and nances, state or federal law, on or off peaceful assembly. That these rights are court shall not preclude the University from exercising its disciplinary authority. campus that adversely affects the Uni- a part of the fabric of this institution and of versity community or the pursuit of the the nation as stated in the Bill of Rights is D. Responsibility of the Board of Regents University's lawful educational mission, not questioned. They must remain se- The Board of Regents recognizes that process or function. cure. It is equally clear, however, that in a by the Constitution and Statutes it has the community of learning, willful disruption In order to help ensure that students power to make such rules and regula- understand their rights and responsibili- of the educational process, destruction tions for the management of the Univer- of property, and interference with the ties, the OSU "Student Rights and Re- sity as it may deem necessary and expe- sponsibilities Governing Student Behav- rights of other members of the community dient, not inconsistent with the Constitu- cannot be tolerated. ior" policy statement codifies and clarifies tion and laws of the state. While the Re- major areas of student rights and respon- B. Responsibility of the Student gents fully appreciate their obligations in sibilities. The University makes this docu- Any student, who willfully by use of this respect, they further recognize that in ment available on the OSU homepage on violence, force, coercion, threat, intimi- dealing with those offenses against the the Internet. Additionally, printed copies dation or fear, obstructs, disrupts or at- University defined in Section A hereof, may be obtained by students on request tempts to obstruct or disrupt, the normal they must impose the duty and authority in the offices of the Executive Vice-Presi- operations or functions of the University, of enforcing the policies set forth herein dent, the Vice-President for Student Af- or who orally or in writing advises, pro- in the principal executive officer of the fairs, the Associate Vice-President for cures, or incites others to do so, shall be University—the president. It will be the Multicultural Affairs, Director of Affirma- subject to dismissal from the University. responsibility of the Board of Regents to tive Action, student academic services furnish all possible assistance to the The following, while not intended to be office of each college, Student Conduct president when requested by the presi- Office, University Residential Life, Stu- exclusive, illustrates the offenses encom- dent. passed herein: occupation of any Uni- dent Activities, the Student Union Infor- versity building or part thereof with intent II. Subject to the provisions of Sections mation Desk and the Edmon Low Library to deprive others of its use; blocking the I-A through I-D, it shall be the duty of the Reserve Desk. entrance or exit of any University building president to exercise full authority in the or corridor or room therein; setting fire to regulation of student conduct and in or by any other means substantially matters of student discipline. In the dis- damaging any University building or charge of this duty, delegation of such property, or the property of others on authority may be made by the president University premises; any possession or to administrative or other officers of the display of or attempt or threat to use or institution, in such manner and to such use of firearms, explosives, other weap- extent as may by the president be ons or destructive means or devices, deemed necessary and expedient; pro- except as necessary for law enforce- vided, that in the discharge of this duty it ment, in any University building or on the shall be the duty of the president to se- University campus; prevention of the cure to every student the right of due convening, continuation or orderly con- process.

42 The University dollars in grant support to provide the positive effect of the C-CASE effort was University Police OSU community with better protection the strict enforcement of alcohol-related and police services. All officers are laws, that has shown dramatic results in trained in the principles of Community getting the drunk driver off campus Services Oriented Policing. streets and consequentially preventing OSU Police and cadet officers provide alcohol-related accidents. This program a positive image to visitors and members continues with a combination of educa- of the campus community, whether it is tion and enforcement efforts. Public Safety providing directions, parking information, Thousands of visitors, campers, fisher- or just a friendly welcome. Officers repre- men, and sightseers visit Lake Carl sent the University as a group of caring Blackwell and surrounding recreational Philosophy and Service and professional people, intent upon areas. OSU Police officers provide The Oklahoma State University Police enhancing a friendly community atmo- friendly and efficient police protection, Department is dedicated to enhancing sphere. Necessary enforcement in- including lake patrol and rescue opera- the opportunity for students, faculty and cludes using alternatives to arrest when tions on the water. staff to participate in the educational reasonable, and full cooperation with Overall, the OSU Police Department experience by providing a safe, pro- administrative services and functions believes in providing proactive law en- tected and orderly environment. As a that have an impact on student conduct. forcement and service to the University service organization, the department Enforcement efforts are geared toward community. offers a full range of police resources, providing a safe community. including area patrols, criminal investiga- OSU Police participation in athletic tions, crime prevention, facilities security and special event staging and planning analysis, event planning, and parking ensures that all aspects of safety and Crime Awareness management and enforcement. In addi- security of participants are considered. tion, members of the department serve OSU Police officers provide professional on University and community commit- crowd control and traffic regulation be- Security, Prevention, tees, provide training and specialized fore, during, and after such events. As Statistics, Intervention presentations to campus organizations first responders to emergency situations, and living groups, participate in the de- OSU Police are often cited by citizens for sign and installation of safety and traffic decisiveness and professionalism. Crime control devices, and act as special ad- Students and staff find the OSU Police It is an unfortunate fact that criminal visers to all campus departments and willing to share statistics, insights, and incidents of all types occur on college administration. The professional police experiences as a basis for class reports campuses. Many campuses around the men and women, full-time staff members, or vocational interest. OSU Police man- country investigate and make public the and part-time employees are all hand- agers seek proactive means to avoid nature of crimes, the number, and how picked to meet the high standards and problems and situations, whether it is they are investigated. Oklahoma State multidimensional mission of a public suggesting added security measures, University subscribes to that approach safety department. providing insight on planned activities, or and further believes that the public The OSU Police Department was re- using investigative analysis to assign a should know how active the OSU Police cently the recipient of Community Polic- deterrent force. are in crime prevention and detection. ing grants allowing for an increase of For the OSU Police, "service" is not just The OSU Police sponsor a number of sworn officers to a total of 32. The depart- a word or a part of a catchy slogan, but a special programs for faculty, staff and ment employs a number of part-time way of life. People programs, such as students designed to provide information employees (student employees) to per- motorist assistance, money escorts, and about campus security practices and form low-threat duties such as parking emergency notifications are a part of the procedures. During freshman parents' enforcement, entrance and motorist department's efforts to be involved in the orientation each summer and monthly assists, and selected assignments deal- community. OSU's emergency phone new employee seminars, procedures, ing with traffic and crowd control. system was recently updated and ex- suggested practices, availability of perti- Through efficient management of re- panded, and there are currently 46 emer- nent information, and individual respon- sources and success in gaining grant gency phones strategically located on sibilities are discussed. The OSU Police funding, the department continues to campus. These phones, with immediate crime prevention staff provide additional provide highly trained officers with state- response from the police, have been in safety and security programs as re- of-the-art communications and police operation since 1979 and are still being quested. (See also "Avoiding Victimiza- equipment. copied by other universities. The depart- tion.") Policies and procedures have been ment employs 16 cadet officers for The crime statistics for the past three adopted that stress conservation of largely parking enforcement, but campus years for OSU may be found on the equipment and supplies. Grants from the organizations needing reliable and pro- Internet (www.osupd.okstate.edu.) Department of Justice and other sources fessional-appearing drivers often ar- have allowed the complete computeriza- range to use members of the cadet tion of the records keeping, report writing corps. Reporting Crimes and data management functions, as well Operating under a 1989 grant from the as the hiring of six additional police offic- Crime victims, regardless how seem- Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, the ingly insignificant the crime, are encour- ers. A problem-solving grant has focused OSU Police launched the program Cam- attention on larcenies and thefts on cam- aged to promptly report the incident to pus Community Alcohol Safety Effort the OSU Police or the appropriate police pus, and has resulted in better methods (C-CASE), aimed at promoting seatbelt of securing and protecting individual agency. To report a crime, a victim or use and educating citizens, primarily witness need only call the police phone property. Overall, the department has students, about the effects and penalties gained more than four hundred thousand number, 311 (non-emergency) and 911 of alcohol use and abuse. A second for emergencies, and a police officer will

Oklahoma State University 43 meet the person to gather the informa- Eight universities. As members of the Big Security and Access tion. An official report is made with cop- Twelve conference, OSU had the lowest ies available to the victim. Each day the crime rate according to the 1999 UCR Control incidents from the previous day, exclud- Part I crime statistics. It is OSU's policy to lock the doors of ing names, are summarized and made The crime and arrest statistics reported buildings that are not in use. However, available to the OSU president, key OSU are those which occurred within the when working or studying in buildings staff, other law enforcement agencies, jurisdictional boundaries of campus. after normal working hours, it is sug- the media, and published on the Public They do not include "off campus" organi- gested that individual offices be locked, Safety internet page. Each month the zations or "off campus" private housing; based upon an assumption that unre- number of incidents in each category of these are within the city's police jurisdic- stricted access to the building is pos- crime are counted and reported to the tion. It is the responsibility of the Stillwater sible. Some buildings on campus are Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, Police Department to monitor and record rarely locked, at the department's re- who in turn provides the information to criminal activities at "off campus" organi- quest, since students study and work on the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Each zations or "off campus" private housing. projects all hours of the day and night. year, the FBI publishes a book of crime Crime statistics concerning these loca- Again, individual offices should be statistics called Crime in the United tions or areas are available at the locked by the user on a presumption that States, that includes accurate account- Stillwater Police Department. the building is accessible. Residence ing of the criminal incidents that oc- halls have open access between the curred on the OSU campus. OSU has hours of 6 a.m. to midnight, Sunday reported crime statistics in this manner Crime Statistics through Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. since the FBI began publishing campus on Friday and Saturday. During non- The OSU Public Safety Department crime statistics in 1971. collects and publishes crime statistics for open access hours, all residence hall doors are locked except the front desk Students and others are encouraged to the three most recent calendar years entrance. Instances of propped open report crimes or incidents to persons on concerning the occurrence on campus, campus with significant counseling in or on non-campus buildings, or prop- doors have occurred, and residents are encouraged to take security precautions responsibilities. The OSU Public Safety erty and on public property adjacent to in the halls and rooms. Individual rooms Department has further developed pro- OSU, of the following offenses reported to cedures for collecting information on the local police agencies or to the OSU should be locked at all times for safety. crimes and violations pertaining to liquor Police: Criminal Homicide, Murder and laws, drug-related violations, and weap- Non-negligent Manslaughter, Negligent Crime Prevention ons violations from such counseling Manslaughter, Sex Offenses, Forcible personnel and persons referred for cam- Sex Offenses, Robbery, Aggravated OSU has experienced success at pus disciplinary actions on these of- Assault, Burglary, Motor Vehicle Theft, reducing and preventing crime. Some of fenses. Such violations are published Arson, and Arrests for liquor law viola- the more notable efforts are: along with other criminal statistics. tions, drug law violations, and illegal Emergency telephone system Should a student need assistance in weapons possessions. Crime statistics Emergency 911 dialing are also reported by category of preju- reporting crimes or incidents on or off 24-hour preventive patrols campus, university counselors or police dice for any Hate Crimes reported. will provide guidance, direction or assis- All of these statistics are published on Campus foot patrol by uniformed officers tance. the OSU Public Safety Internet site Police officer bicycle patrol (www.osupd.okstate.edu) and are also Burglar alarms in key areas available in paper form. A paper copy 24-hour staff in Residence Halls Crimes in Progress can be obtained by calling the Public To report a crime in progress, a per- Safety Office or by writing to OSU Public Custodial staff in academic buildings son, victim or witness, can dial 911 or Safety, 104 USDA Building, OSU, after hours use one of the outside emergency tele- Stillwater, OK 74078 or by requesting a Crime prevention seminar presentations phones, or call one of the police phone copy electronically at the above Internet to groups numbers. Either reporting method will site. Crime prevention pamphlets for students stimulate the response of police, fire, and employees ambulance, or other first responders. In addition, the victim of serious crimes can Future Monitoring of some parking lots by surveillance cameras request support personnel, such as Although it is believed that the low ministers, rape crisis or domestic vio- incidence of crime will continue, this Crime stopper telephone line - 744-TIPS lence counseling, during or after report- report is not intended to give a false (744-8477) ing. sense of security. Crime will occur, but In addition to preventing crime, consid- Additionally, crime victims may be prevention efforts can be effective in erable effort is devoted to crime interven- eligible for funds through victim compen- reducing the opportunities for criminal tion. All reported crimes are investigated sation laws administered by the Office of activity. Citizens play a key role in crime immediately. Follow-up investigation the District Attorney. prevention efforts by being cautious, occurs to identify the offenders. Where careful, alert to personal safety and pro- multiple incidents occur, surveillance tective of personal and University pos- techniques are implemented to help Actual Crime at OSU sessions. The crime prevention tips apprehend violators. When caught, of- When comparing crime at OSU to noted below should be followed. fenders are processed through the other institutions of similar size, OSU's county court system and OSU when crime statistics are among the lowest. appropriate. While a part of the former Big Eight athletic conference, OSU boasted having fewer crimes than any of the other Big

44 The University Police Protection notices to on-campus residences. Such tance under this title during the period notices may be posted on residence hall beginning on the date of such conviction The OSU campus is protected by a entrance doors, in residents' mail boxes, and ending after the interval specified in campus police agency consisting of 32 or placed on electronic voice mail. In the table below (the Conference Report sworn officers, 10 support persons, and addition, the OSU Department of Public on the Higher Education Amendments of 14 part-time persons. The agency is Safety maintains an Internet page 1998 [H.R. 6], September 25, 1998, Sus- operated and available 24 hours a day, (www.osupd.okstate.edu). This page pension of Financial Aid for Drug Con- 365 days a year. Authority of the sworn allows access to the daily crime log, victions, Sec. 483. Student Eligibility). officers is derived from state statutes; crime prevention tips, and links to other these allow for full police powers on OSU If convicted of an offense involving the sites providing similar information perti- possession of a controlled substance, property. In addition by agreement with nent to the OSU campus. the City of Stillwater, campus police and ineligibility period is: city police enjoy an excellent working Persons may dial the campus phone First offense 1 year relationship. All campus police officers number 744-6063 and have voice mail Second offense 2 years undergo an extensive selection process access to crime tip information, crime Third offense Indefinite and meet state-mandated training re- update, crime prevention tips, and parking information. If convicted of an offense involving the quirements. sale of a controlled substance, ineligibility period is: Community Policing Alcoholic Beverages and First offense 2 years Second offense Indefinite The department subscribes to the Other Drugs concepts of community policing. The As set forth in local, state and federal officers have been practicing problem- laws, and the rules and regulations of the solving concepts for years. The depart- University, Oklahoma State University Sexual Assault ment now employs six officers through prohibits the unlawful possession, use, or federal funding for community policing. A distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by police officer bicycle patrol was estab- students and employees in buildings, What To Do If Victimized lished to provide an opportunity for the facilities, grounds, or other property officers to have closer contact with stu- owned and/or controlled by the Univer- Oklahoma State University's preven- dents. sity or as part of University activities. tion efforts in the area of sexual assault (including rape) involve the entire com- Under OSU regulations, no low-point munity. Many groups are involved in Avoiding Victimization beer or other alcoholic beverage is al- sexual assault prevention. These groups lowed in OSU housing, including fraterni- include the OSU Police Department, Tips for personal safety and property ties and sororities, except for married Residential Life, University Counseling, security: student housing, regardless of age. Fur- OSU faculty, Greek Life, University Con- Be cautious of strangers. thermore, under the same regulations, duct Office, OSU Student Health Center, Avoid getting into vulnerable no-exit the possession/consumption of low- OSU Mental Health, PaNOK (students places. point beer or alcohol by those of legal who are peer educators), and OSU staff age (over 21) is allowed only in certain personnel. They provide training pro- Do not hesitate to call police when con- designated, non-public places on the fronted by unknown persons. grams, presentations, and workshops to OSU campus, properties and facilities. any interested individuals or groups. Keep house or residence hall room For further explanation, see the pamphlet locked. "OSU Dangers of Drugs and Alcohol Program topics generally include Abuse." stranger rape, date and acquaintance At night, walk in groups of at least two. rape, rapist characteristics, rape trauma Walk with confidence, and avoid walking Drug and alcohol laws are vigorously syndrome, and victim recovery. An in- near bushes and parked cars. enforced on the OSU campus. Violators creasing number of presentations, ex- are subject to criminal prosecution in the plaining the male's role in sexual Become familiar with the location of District Court of Payne County. The en- emergency telephones. assaults, are directed to all male audi- forcement techniques range from plain ences, such as fraternities and athletic When parking, remove valuables from view violation to long-term undercover teams. plain view and lock the vehicle. investigations by local, state, or federal Engrave valuables with driver's license agents and agencies. number and record serial numbers. University Counseling Services and Procedures to Follow Make copies of credit cards and lists of the Employee Assistance Program have A victim of sexual assault should follow other valuables carried on person. counseling and rehabilitation programs certain procedures and consider several for students and employees, respec- options. These procedures and options Write name and ID number in several tively. Should these programs not meet places in textbooks. are clearly outlined in the rape avoid- an individual's needs, there are other ance seminars mentioned previously Lock bicycle in a bicycle rack. programs in the community or nearby and "Rape Prevention" pamphlets made Report all incidents and losses to police that may be better suited. A number of available to the OSU community. These immediately. such programs are listed in the "OSU educational programs and pamphlets When serious crimes occur on or off Dangers of Drugs and Alcohol Abuse" also outline techniques and strategies pamphlet. campus that are considered to be a that help people recognize and avoid threat to the campus community, that Students should be aware that a stu- sexual assault threats. information will be provided to faculty, dent who has been convicted of any staff and students. The medium for this offense under any federal or state law Evidence. Preserving evidence is of information dissemination will be the involving the possession or sale of a paramount importance after a sexual campus newspaper, faculty/staff newslet- controlled substance shall not be eligible assault. Victims should be careful not to ters, or in special instances, specific to receive any grant, loan or work assis- bathe, douche, wash clothing, or tamper

Oklahoma State University 45 with other potential evidence after a comments will probably be tape assault training programs, and they learn sexual assault. The first inclination may recorded for future reference. This will how to respond to a student who has be to do one or more of these; however, make testifying in court much easier and been victimized by a sexual or physical the temptation should be resisted. less frightening. It will be handled attack. They have been informed about Evidence is critical in a criminal considerately and courteously. Only the the resources available; in fact, some prosecution. investigating officer will ask questions. have been trained to conduct sexual Based on conversations with the officer, assault presentations and workshops. A the victim can then decide whether or victim of a sexual assault may request Contacting the Police Department. not to file charges. Threats or assistance from the University admin- When a sexual assault is reported to the harassment of a rape victim after istration in changing academic and/or OSU Police Department or to the charges have been filed are rare. When living situations where a continued threat Stillwater Police Department, an officer is finished at police headquarters, the may be reasonably assumed. dispatched. Determining the extent of victim can go to a place of their choice. physical and emotional trauma that the OSU and Stillwater Police officers have victim has suffered will be the officer's Role of Counseling Services. The OSU been trained to deal with sexual assault first concern. If the attack just occurred, Student Health Center and University victims. However, if the victim should feel the officer will want a brief review of the Counseling Services provide individual uncomfortable speaking to a male events, a description of the assailant, the and group counseling services for those officer, every effort will be made to notify direction of travel, and a description of victimized by sexual or physical assault. a female officer, female counselor, or the vehicle used by the assailant, if any. Services are available to all Oklahoma female volunteer. This information is necessary in order to State University students, regardless of apprehend the assailant as soon as A rape or sexual assault may be re- gender, and their significant others. possible. After the initial interview, the ported to the hall director, a university The psychological and emotional officer or whomever is designated by the counselor, or health worker at the Stu- trauma after a sexual assault can be victim, will assist in getting a complete dent Health Center. Charges do not have painful. Possible symptoms include: change of clothes. to be filed against the attacker if a rape is eating disorders, sleep disturbances, reported. However, it is wise to give infor- lack of trust, guilt feelings, depression, mation to the police anyway. The infor- Agreeing to have a Sexual Assault mood swings, and relationship and com- mation and suspect description may help Examination. An officer or designee will munication problems. Sexual assault locate a suspect in other offenses and take the victim to the Student Health incidents can only be greatly reduced possibly prevent another person from Clinic or the Stillwater Medical Center to when men and women understand the becoming the victim of a rape. The po- be examined by a physician. A complete dynamics involved in sexual assaults lice will not know that there is a rapist on physical examination will be given as and are willing to participate in educa- campus unless they are told. The police well as treatment for any injuries. A friend tional programming and ongoing com- will not pressure the victim to file or relative may be permitted to munication. accompany the victim. In addition, the charges. victim may be examined for the purpose Victims of sexual assault can elect to of obtaining evidence that would be have personal information eliminated needed in court. Appropriate antibiotic from police reports. therapy can be given to decrease the chances of developing venereal disease. After the examination at the Support Services hospital, the officer may bring the victim back to the police headquarters or University Conduct Office. If the victim another location to complete the does not want the case to be addressed interview. Again, a counselor is through the criminal justice system, encouraged to be present. another alternative is available. Cases involving students who are accused of The victim of a rape is not responsible non-academic misconduct might be for legal expenses related to the criminal assigned to the Office of Student prosecution. The case is prosecuted by Conduct. Persons found guilty of sexual the Office of the District Attorney. The assault, forcible or non-forcible, could be victim only has to contribute time. The placed on probation or suspended from Stillwater Medical Center can provide OSU. Both the accuser and the accused initial medical services for rape victims. are entitled to the same opportunities to The Crime Victims Compensation Board have others present during a campus can provide payment for medical ser- disciplinary hearing, and both are vices and counseling, even if charges entitled to be informed of the outcome of are not filed. The victim need only file an any disciplinary proceeding. Further application with the Office of the District information can be obtained by Attorney. contacting the Office of Student Conduct at 744-5470. Also, a copy of the Police Investigation. Later, at police "Student's Rights and Responsibilities" headquarters, the victim will be asked to can be obtained at various locations on be more specific about the events of the campus. attack. A person of the victim's choosing may accompany the victim during this period. This questioning is done to help Role of Housing. The hall directors and the investigation and to help arrange the resident assistants who work in the events firmly in mind. The victim's residence halls continually attend sexual

46 The University 4.9 Semester Credit Hour 1.2 Admission of Transfer Students. University 4.10 Foreign Language Credit for Policies and procedures governing the Native Speakers admission of transfer students are de- 5. Enrollment tailed in another section of the Catalog. Academic (See "Admission" section.) 5.1 Course Numbering System Regulations 5.2 Maximum Semester Credit 1.3 Admission to Certain Professional Hour Load Programs. Admission to certain programs as approved by the University may Contents—Academic Regulations 5.3 Adding Courses 5.4 Dropping Courses be restricted. (See "Admission" section 1. Admission-Withdrawal 5.5 Concurrent Enrollment and college sections in the Catalog.) 1.1 Admission of Freshmen 5.6 Prerequisites to Upper-division 1.4 International Student English Profi- 1.2 Admission of Transfer Students and Graduate-division Courses ciency Requirement. As a condition of 1.3 Admission to Certain 5.7 Class Enrollment Maxima admission to undergraduate study at Professional Programs 5.8 Priority Enrollment OSU, all persons for whom English is a 1.4 International Student English 5.9 Late Enrollment second language shall be required to Proficiency Requirement 5.10 Payment of Tuition and Fees present a minimum paper-based score of 1.5 Satisfactory Academic Progress 5.11 Audit 500 or a minimum computer-based 1.6 Scholastic Requirements for 5.12 Minimum Class Size score of 173 on the Test of English as a Student under Academic 6. Grades and Grading Foreign Language (TOEFL). (See "Ad- Probation in an Under- mission" section of the Catalog.) graduate College 6.1 Official Transcripts 1.5 Satisfactory Academic Progress. 1.7 Academic Suspension 6.2 Grade Interpretation Students not under academic suspen- 1.8 Reinstatement after Academic 6.3 Grade-point System sion from the University are judged to be Suspension 6.4 Grade-point Average making satisfactory progress toward their 1.9 Readmission Calculating educational objectives. They are eligible 1.10 Withdrawing from the 6.5 Freshman Progress Reports to enroll in any of the undergraduate University 6.6 Pass-No Pass Grading System 6.7 Pass-Fail Grading System colleges except as may be restricted. 2. Student Status 6.8 Grade Reports (See "Admission to Certain Professional 2.1 Classification of Students 6.9 Correcting Grades Reported in Programs.") 2.2 Full-time Students Error 1.6 Scholastic Requirements for Con- 2.3 Part-time Students 6.10 Grade Appeals tinuing Enrollment of a Student under 2.4 Special Students 6.11 Honor Roll Academic Probation in an Undergradu- 3. Requirements 6.12 Academic Dishonesty or ate College. For continued enrollment in 3.1 Date of Matriculation Misconduct an undergraduate program, a student 3.2 Changes in Degree 6.13 Academic Forgiveness must have earned a retention grade- Requirements 7. Graduation point average as follows: 3.3 Honors Programs 7.1 Graduation Requirements Total graduation/ Minimum retention 3.4 General Education retention hours grade-point 7.2 Residence Requirements attempted average required Requirements 7.3 College Enrollment 3.5 English Composition Requirement 0 through 30 1.70 Requirement 7.4 Residence Waiver for Certain 31 or more 2.00 3.6 English Proficiency Premedical Students Examination Freshman students, (30 or fewer credit 7.5 Minimum Hours for Graduation hours, as defined by OSRHE policy), with 3.7 Substitution of Required 7.6 Grade-point Average for Courses a retention GPA of 1.70 to less than 2.00 Graduation will be placed on academic notice. 3.8 Waiving of Required Courses 7.7 Payment of Graduation Fees 3.9 Changing Majors These students should remain in contact 7.8 Requirements for Honors with their student academic service 3.10 Deadline for Completion of Degree Requirements offices regarding special academic 7.9 Diploma Application support services and procedures. 3.11 Second Baccalaureate Degree 7.10 Presence at Commencement 3.12 Pre-finals Week Exercises Any student not maintaining a retention 3.13 Final Exam Overload 7.11 Graduation with Distinction GPA as indicated above will be placed 3.14 Double Majors and Minors 7.12 Professional Education on probation for one semester. At the end 4. Credits of that semester, he or she must have a In addition to these minimal regulations, semester GPA of 2.00, not to include 4.1 Residence Credit additional college, department or pro- activity or remedial courses, or meet the 4.2 Courses offered through gram requirements may apply. Students minimum standard required above, in Extension and Correspondence are advised to review all steps of their order to continue as a student. 4.3 Transfer Credit from Other Ac- academic progress with their academic credited Four-year Institutions adviser. All courses in which a student has a 4.4 Transfer Credit from Junior recorded grade will be counted in the calculation of the grade-point average Colleges 1. Admission—Withdrawal 4.5 Transfer Students with Less for retention purposes excluding any Than a "C" Grade-point 1.1 Admission of Freshmen. Policies courses repeated or reprieved, and Average and procedures governing the admission excluding remedial courses and physi- 4.6 Credit by Exam of new freshmen are detailed in another cal education activity courses. These 4.7 Validation Examination Credit section of the Catalog. (See "Admission" calculations are made three times per 4.8 Graduate Credit Hours for a section.) year, to coinside with the conclusion of Senior the fall and spring semesters, and the

Oklahoma State University 47 collective summer term. Grades submit- A senior, with 90 or more hours in a rolled for a given semester, and therefore ted after these calculations are carried specified degree program, who has the student is no longer enrolled. The forward to the next calculation. (See also failed to meet the retention grade-point withdrawal process is initiated in the "Grade-point Average Calculating" and average of 2.00 or the semester GPA of student's dean's office. "Academic Forgiveness.") 2.00, may enroll, at the discretion of the Beginning with the Fall 1998 semester A senior, with 90 or more hours in a institution, in an additional 15 semester a student who withdraws prior to the end specified degree program, who has hours in a further attempt to achieve the of the 12th week of a regular semester or failed to meet the retention grade-point requirements for retention. Such students the sixth week of a summer session, or average of 2.00 or the semester GPA of will be afforded this extension one time proportionate periods for block or short 2.00, may enroll, at the discretion of the only. courses, will receive a grade of "W" (with- institution, in an additional 15 semester Seniors must achieve a 2.00 GPA or drawn) on the student's academic hours in a further attempt to achieve the above for each semester of course work record. A student who withdraws after the requirements for retention. Such students comprising this one-time exception. To 12th week of a regular semester or the will be afforded this extension one time continue beyond the 15-hour exception, sixth week of a summer session but prior only. the senior must raise the retention GPA to to "Pre-finals Week," will receive a grade Seniors must achieve a 2.00 GPA or 2.00. A part-time senior would be permit- of "W" (withdrawn) or "F" (failing) as as- above for each semester of course work ted to take up to 15 additional hours if the signed by the instructor of each course. comprising this one-time exception. To student achieves a minimum 2.00 GPA The grade of "W" or "F" will be recorded continue beyond the 15-hour exception, each semester. on the student's academic record and the senior must raise the retention GPA to 1.8 Reinstatement after Academic the grade of "F" will be calculated in the 2.00. A part-time senior would be permit- Suspension. A student who has been grade-point average. ted to take up to 15 additional hours if the suspended from the University for aca- After the beginning of "Pre-finals Week" student achieves a minimum 2.00 GPA demic reasons may not be readmitted a student may not withdraw from the each semester. until one regular semester (fall or spring) University and will be assigned only the A student enrolling on probation has elapsed (unless the faculty appeals grade of "A," "B," "C," "D," or "F" or (when should seek help from an academic committee grants immediate reinstate- appropriate) "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," or "R" by adviser and a counselor in the University ment). Students who wish to appeal the instructor of each course at the end Counseling Services when deciding on suspension status should inquire about of the semester or summer session. an academic load and extracurricular procedures and deadlines from the Of- activities. A student whose poor grades fice of the Executive Vice President. 2. Student Status may have been caused by health prob- Readmission after one regular semes- 2.1 Classification of Students. Under- lems should seek the help of a physician. ter has elapsed will be considered on the graduate classification is determined by merits of the individual case. Suspended 1.7 Academic Suspension. A student on the criteria below: probation will be suspended when he or students can be readmitted only one Freshman fewer than 28 semester she earns a semester GPA of less than a time. If a student is suspended a second credit hours passed 2.00 in regularly-graded course work not time, he or she must attend another insti- Sophomore 28 to 59 semester including activity or remedial courses, tution and raise the retention GPA before credit hours passed and the retention grade-point average for readmission to OSU can be considered. Junior 60 to 93 semester all hours attempted falls below the follow- Beginning with the Spring and Summer credit hours passed ing: semesters of 1998, a student suspended Senior 94 or more semester from OSU at the end of the spring semes- Total graduation/ Minimum retention credit hours passed retention hours grade-point ter may continue in the summer semester attempted average required at OSU if this spring suspension was the These hours are calculated on graduation/retention hours earned. 0 through 30 1.70 student's first suspension. The student 31 or more 2.00 must complete a minimum of six hours 2.2 Full-time Students. Regular semes- and must achieve a 2.00 summer semes- Freshman students, (30 or fewer credit ters: undergraduate students who are ter GPA, or raise the graduation/retention hours, as defined by OSRHE policy), with enrolled in 12 or more semester credit GPA to the OSRHE standard, in order to a retention GPA of 1.70 to less than 2.00 hours are classified as "full-time" stu- continue in the subsequent fall semester. will be placed on academic notice. dents. Graduate students enrolled in nine The student should contact his or her These students should remain in contact or more semester credit hours are classi- dean's office for additional information with their student academic service fied as "full-time." Summer session: un- and restrictions. (See also "Academic offices regarding special academic dergraduate students who are enrolled in Suspension.") support services and procedures. six or more semester credit hours, or 1.9 Readmission. A student who has graduate students who are enrolled in All courses in which a student has a attended OSU but was not enrolled dur- four or more semester credit hours, are recorded grade will be counted in the ing the immediate past semester (except classified as "full-time." Credit hours calculation of the grade-point average the summer session) must submit an enrolled in through correspondence for retention purposes excluding any updated Application for Admission and study are not counted toward full-time courses repeated or reprieved and ex- $25.00 application fee. A student who status, unless the course is independent cluding remedial courses and physical has enrolled in another college or uni- study taken through regular enrollment. education activity courses. These calcu- versity since last attending OSU, must lations are made three times per year, to Students engaged in an internship or submit a transcript from each school. coincide with the conclusion of the fall cooperative education program assign- Admission status will be determined after and spring semesters, and the collective ment that requires full-time work on the an evaluation of the previous work has summer term. Grades submitted after assignment are regarded as full-time been made. these calculations are carried forward to students when they are enrolled in the the next calculation. (See also "Grade- 1.10 Withdrawing from the University. number of credit hours deemed appropri- point Average Calculating" and "Aca- Withdrawing refers to withdrawing from ate for the academic credit they receive demic Forgiveness.") all courses for which a student is en- for the assignment.

48 The University A student holding a 0.50 FTE graduate new requirements that have been estab- In 1998 the Oklahoma State Regents assistant appointment, and enrolled in a lished since matriculation. for Higher Education enacted require- minimum of six hours during the fall or 3.3 Honors Programs. (See "Honors ments for computer science proficiency spring semester, and three hours during Programs" in the Catalog.) prior to graduation. This requirement the summer semester will be certified as could be met by: a full-time graduate student. Any FTE 3.4 General Education Requirements. Although the University has a general a. successfully completing a high school appointment less than 0.50 requires nine computer science course that meets hours of enrollment for the fall or spring education program, each college determines and publishes the general educa- State Regent's high school curricular semester, and four hours of enrollment requirements; for the summer semester in order for the tion requirements for its degree pro- student to be classified as a full-time grams. College requirements may ex- b. satisfying an institution's computer student. ceed the minima for general education proficiency assessment; or established by the University, which are c. successfully completing college-level A student enrolled for the final semes- 40 semester credit hours (exclusive of ter of a bachelor's degree program may course work that the institution desig- physical education activity courses by nates. be classified as a full-time student if OSRHE policy): enrolled in fewer than 12 hours during The method by which a student dem- that semester. a. six semester credit hours of English onstrates computer science proficiency composition; A domestic student in the terminal is an individual option at OSU. Courses phase of the plan of study leading to a b. three semester credit hours of Ameri- within each college and every degree master's or doctoral degree, may be can history (HIST 1103), and three program, however, have been reported classified as a full-time student if enrolled semester credit hours of American to the State Regents as satisfying this in fewer than nine hours during the se- government (POLS 1113); requirement. This requirement does not mester in which the degree will be con- c. at least six semester credit hours in increase the number of courses required ferred. International graduate students each of the approved general educa- to earn a degree. The use of computers must be enrolled full-time regardless of tion designated areas of Analytical and is an integral part of every degree pro- semester. Quantitative Thought, Humanities, gram, hence a student demonstrates Natural Sciences, and Social and proficiency by satisfactorily completing 2.3 Part-time Students. Students who degree requirements. are enrolled but not meeting the defini- Behavioral Sciences (at least one tion of full-time students are classified as course in each of these four areas 3.5 English Composition Requirement. "part-time." Undergraduate students are must come from the approved general The University requires a minimum of six classified as "half-time" if they are en- education lower-division course list, semester credit hours in English compo- rolled in six hours in a regular semester and at least three hours of (A) must be sition for a baccalaureate degree. The (or three hours in a summer session). a general education MATH course); required sequence of courses is ENGL Graduate students are classified as "half- d. at least one course designated as 1113 and ENGL 1213. For those who time" if they are enrolled in four hours in a International Dimension and one qualify, ENGL 1013 or 1313 may be regular semester (or two hours in a sum- course in Scientific Investigation. substituted for ENGL 1113. Students who mer session). earn an "A" or "B" in ENGL 1113 (or ENGL Substitution of general education 1013 or 1313) or who earn three semes- 2.4 Special Students. A student who courses is allowed when background for ter credit hours in English composition does not have immediate plans to enter a the major demands greater depth in an through credit by exam, and who have degree program but wants to take area in which a general education re- the consent of their college, may substi- courses, may be classified as a "special quirement is stated. Only in the Analytical tute ENGL 3323 for ENGL 1213. Students student." A student on an F-1 visa may and Quantitative Thought (A) and Natural who qualify may substitute ENGL 1033 or not enroll as a special student since he Sciences (N) areas is substitution of the 1413 for ENGL 1213. A third course may or she must be admitted to a degree more advanced lower-division course be required by the student's college to program. permitted. Such a substitution requires satisfy either an additional composition the recommendation of the student's or oral communication requirement. 3. Requirements academic adviser and dean and the approval of the Office of the Executive 3.6 English Proficiency Examination. 3.1 Date of Matriculation. Matriculation Vice-President. Effective October, 1993, the English Proficiency Examination was waived for occurs when a student first enrolls in an Courses used to fulfill general educa- accredited institution of higher educa- students who had matriculated since Fall tion requirements are identified by code 1988 through Spring 1994. tion. That date will be used in calculating letters which appear preceding the the time limit for the use of a given plan of course titles listed in the back of the 3.7 Substitution of Required Courses. study. Catalog and in the class schedule book. In meeting degree requirements a lower- 3.2 Changes in Degree Requirements. The code letters designate the general division course may not be substituted When a student first enrolls at OSU, the education category for which the course for an upper-division course require- degree requirements are made avail- may be used: ment. Substitution policy is governed by the individual colleges. able. Although the curriculum may be A Analytical and Quantitative revised before a student graduates, a Thought 3.8 Waiving of Required Courses. A student who makes normal progress H Humanities maximum of six semester credit hours toward graduation (completing a four- I International Dimension may be waived. Required courses in year degree in not more than six years) L Scientific Investigation English, American history and American will be held responsible for the degree N Natural Sciences government cannot be waived, and the requirements in effect at the time of ma- S Social and Behavioral Sciences total number of semester credit hours triculation, and any changes that are required for the degree cannot be re- made, so long as these changes do not General Education courses are also duced. Waive cards must be signed by result in semester credit hours being identified on the Internet, maintained by the student's adviser, the head of the added or do not delay graduation. A the Office of Academic Affairs. student's major department and the dean student has the option of adopting the of the college.

Oklahoma State University 49 3.9 Changing Majors. Students are ad- to provide the relief to the student, the extension at another institution if that vised to select a specific major no later faculty member may request that the institution is fully accredited. than the end of the sophomore year. student provide a copy of hs or her Correspondence Credit. OSU will Students on probation, or not making schedule to confirm the difficulty. The accept, toward a degree, a maximum of satisfactory progress toward a degree, faculty member has one week prior to the eight semester credit hours earned may change majors only with the ap- beginning of final exam week to arrange through correspondence at another proval of the dean of the college in which a mutually convenient time for adminis- institution if that institution is fully accred- they wish to pursue a different degree. tration of the final exam, after which the ited. Credits earned through corres- 3.10 Deadline for Completion of Re- student may take the request to the Office pondence cannot exceed one-fourth of quirements. Degrees are conferred only of the Executive VIce President. This the credits required for a baccalaureate on specific commencement dates. If a policy took effect Spring 2001. degree. (See also "Full-time Status.") student completes requirements for a 3.14 Double Majors and Minors. A 4.3 Transfer Credit from Other Accred- degree after a commencement date, the double major can be earned by satisfy- ited Four-year Institutions. Except as degree will be granted at the next sched- ing the field of concentration require- excluded in the section on "Transfer of uled commencement after the student ments for the second major and any Credits from Junior Colleges" and "Resi- files a diploma application. (See "Di- additional requirements that the depart- dence Requirements," credits transferred ploma Application.") The student may ment may require. If the general educa- from accredited senior colleges will request a certified statement of completion courses are met from one college, apply toward baccalaureate degrees in tion of graduation requirements at the they do not need to be met for the sec- the same way that they would apply had Office of the Registrar. All candidates for ond major if it is in another college. The they been earned in residence at OSU. degrees must have their names listed in second major does not necessarily re- Students may not use transfer credits to the commencement program. quire hours above the minimum required satisfy more than one-half the major 3.11 Second Baccalaureate Degree. A for the first major. Whether additional course requirements for a department student who receives a baccalaureate hours are required generally depends unless they have the approval of the degree from OSU may use all applicable upon the number of electives allowed by head of that department and the aca- courses toward a second baccalaureate the first major and the degree of overlap demic dean. between courses in the two fields of degree. A minimum of 30 semester credit 4.4 Transfer Credit from Junior Col- hours of additional work, including all concentration. Minors are available for several de- leges. Credits will be accepted by trans- requirements of the second baccalaure- fer from a junior college to meet lower- ate degree, is required. The Bachelor of partments. A student should check with the department to find out what the re- division (i.e., 1000- and 2000-level University Studies degree has separate courses) requirements only. A minimum requirements. quirements are to obtain a minor in that area. of 60 semester credit hours must be 3.12 Pre-finals Week. Final examina- If a student majoring in one field also earned at a senior college. Within these tions are scheduled at the end of each completes the specified requirements for guidelines, transfer credits are subject to semester and are preceded by pre-finals a major or minor in other fields, the addi- the individual colleges' degree require- week, which begins seven days prior to tional major or minor may be noted on ments. the first day of finals. During pre-finals the student's transcript. This is the only 4.5 Transfer Students with Less than a week, all normal class activities will place that it is noted that a student com- "C" Grade-point Average. Students who continue; however, no assignment, test, pleted either a minor or a double major. are accepted as transfer students with or examination accounting for more than The student should contact the office of GPAs below OSU's retention standards five percent of the course grade may be Student Academic Services of the col- will be placed on academic probation. given; and no activity or field trip may be lege in which the student is enrolled scheduled that conflicts with another 4.6 Credit by Exam. The academic concerning procedures to have the regulations listed below apply to the class. This excludes makeup and labora- additional major or minor recorded. tory examinations, out-of-class assign- following examinations: Advanced ments or projects made prior to pre-finals Placement Program (AP), International week, and independent study courses. 4. Credits Baccalaureate Program (IB), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), No student or campus organization may 4.1 Residence Credit. Residence credit hold meetings, banquets, receptions, or Regents College Examinations and OSU is awarded for work taken on campus Advanced Standing Examinations. may sponsor or participate in any activity, (not through correspondence or credit program, or related function that requires earned by examination) or at a location a. credit earned by examination will not student participation. Additional informa- officially designated as a residence be placed on a student's transcript tion may be obtained from the student center by the governing board of the unless he or she is currently enrolled services office of each college or the institution (e.g., in-state military bases and has successfully completed 12 or Office of Academic Affairs. and OSU courses at the University Cen- more semester credit hours of aca- 3.13 Final Exam Overload. In the event ter at Tulsa.) demic work at OSU; that a student has three or more final 4.2 Courses offered through Extension b. credit will be recorded with a neutral exams scheduled for a single day, that and Correspondence. Academic credit grade of "P" (Pass) if the student earns student is entitled to arrange with the is awarded for courses offered through the equivalent of a "C" or better on the faculty member instructing the highest the extension offices of the six colleges, examination. No grade is recorded if numbered course (4-digit course num- by the Independent and Correspon- the student fails the exam; ber) to reschedule that examination at a dence Study Center of OSU, or by trans- c. the amount of credit by exam which time of mutual convenience during final fer of work certified as extension or corre- may be applied to a degree program is exam week. (Common final exams are spondence credit by another fully ac- subject only to meeting the residence not among those to be rescheduled.) The credited institution. requirements of OSU (see "Residence affected student should submit this re- Extension Credit. OSU will accept, Requirements"); quest in writing two weeks prior to the toward a degree, a maximum of eight d. a native speaker of a foreign language beginning of final exam week. In seeking semester credit hours earned through (one whose high-school level instruc-

50 The University tion was conducted principally in that examination. The result is reported to the tory sessions, or (c) 16 2-hour laboratory language) cannot earn credit toward Office of Admissions and the Office of the sessions plus 16 hours of preparation graduation in lower-division (1000- Registrar where a "P" grade is recorded if time. These same equivalencies apply to 2000 level) courses in that language the examination result is "C" or better. No extension courses, short courses and (see "Foreign Language Credit for fee is required. other learning formats for which aca- Native Speakers"); 4.8 Graduate Credit Hours for a Senior. demic credit is awarded. OSU Advanced Standing Examinations A senior who is graduating from OSU at 4.10 Foreign Language Credit for Na- may be offered by academic depart- the end of a semester or summer session tive Speakers. A native speaker of a ments on campus in subject areas not may take a limited number of courses for foreign language cannot enroll in or earn offered through the examination pro- graduate credit during the last two se- credit toward graduation in lower-divi- grams listed above. Any currently en- mesters or summer sessions. The written sion (1000- or 2000-level) courses in that rolled student whose travel, employment, request to receive graduate credit must language. A native speaker of a foreign extensive readings or educational expe- be made before the end of the fifth week language is defined as a person whose rience appear to have given the student of class instruction of a regular semester high-school level instruction was con- proficiency in a subject that is offered at or the second week of a summer ses- ducted principally in that language. OSU, equivalent to the proficiency ordi- sion. Such credit may be earned under Native speakers may occasionally narily expected of those students who the following conditions: have valid reasons for establishing credit take the subject in a regular class, may a. the student must meet the same admis- in a lower-division course. Requests for apply for an examination on the subject. sion requirements and be subject to such consideration should be directed to In addition to the regulations listed the same possible probationary or the dean of the student's college for above, to qualify for an OSU Advanced provisional restrictions as students recommendation to the head of the De- Standing Examination the student must: admitted in graduate status. The stu- partment of Foreign Languages and e. need the course to meet some require- dent must achieve an overall 3.00 Literatures. ment for a certificate or degree being grade-point average in all courses and pursued at OSU; make no less than a "B" in those 5. Enrollment courses for which he or she wants f. be enrolled at OSU; graduate credit; 5.1 Course Numbering System. All courses are identified by numbers com- g. not have taken an exam over the b. the credits must not be required or posed of four digits. The first digit indi- course within the preceding six needed for the baccalaureate degree; months; cates the class year in which the subject c. the total registration must not exceed h. receive the approval of the head of the is ordinarily taken, although enrollment is 18 credit hours for a semester or nine not exclusive as to student classification; department in which the course is credit hours for a summer session; offered and the dean of the student's the second and third digits identify the college; d. the student must either complete the course within the field; and the last digit requirements for the baccalaureate indicates the number of semester credit i. present a valid student I.D. at the ex- degree at the end of the semester or hours the course carries. For example, a amination. summer session or be within 12 se- course numbered 1123 should be inter- Information and application forms mester credit hours of completing such preted as a freshman, or beginning, level pertaining to OSU Advanced Standing requirements at the beginning of the course carrying three hours of credit. A Examinations may be obtained from the semester or summer session in which course number beginning with zero Office of Admissions. graduate credit is requested; indicates that the course does not carry 4.7 Validation Examination Credit. A e. admission to courses taken for gradu- University credit. A course number end- student may apply to take a validation ate credit must have the approval of ing in zero indicates that the course examination for a course taken at an the course instructor, the head of the carries variable credit. institution that OSU does not recognize department in which the courses are 5.2 Maximum Semester Credit Hour as accredited. To qualify for a validation offered and the dean of the Graduate Load. Excessive hours will be limited to examination, a student must: College; the number of semester credit hours 50 a. be enrolled at OSU at the time the f. not more than 15 semester credit percent greater than the number of student takes the examination; hours taken while a senior may be weeks in the applicable academic semester or summer session. b. present the necessary evidence to approved for graduate credit, and a prove that the student has taken the minimum of 15 semester credit hours 5.3 Adding Courses. The sixth day of a course; must be completed in residence after regular semester or the third class day of the student registers in the Graduate a summer session is the last day a c. obtain the recommendation of the College. Courses taken for graduate course may be added (nonrestrictive). A Office of Admissions and the approval credit during the senior year may not short course may be added no later than of the dean and head of the depart- be accepted for graduate credit at the first day of the short course. With ment in which the course is offered; institutions other than OSU; instructor and academic adviser ap- d. take the examination within the first g. the use to be made of the graduate proval, a course may be added during semester after entering OSU; courses will be determined by the the second week of classes of a regular e. take only one such examination in adviser when the student registers semester or the fourth or fifth day of a each subject. in the Graduate College and submits a summer session (restrictive). f. present a valid student I.D. upon ex- plan of study for an advanced degree. 5.4 Dropping Courses. Dropping refers amination. 4.9 Semester Credit Hour. A semester to the dropping of one or more courses while remaining enrolled in at least one The student obtains the examination credit hour is equivalent to (a) 16 50- other OSU course for a given semester. form at the Office of Admissions. The minute class sessions (including exami- Courses may not be dropped without the dean of the college in which the course nations) conducted under the guidance approval of the student's academic ad- is offered appoints a committee of three of a qualified instructor plus 32 hours of viser. to construct, administer and evaluate the preparation time, or (b) 16 3-hour labora-

Oklahoma State University 51 Beginning with the Fall 2002 semester, any other prerequisites listed. Instructors sponsibility of the account holder. Delin- at anytime through the sixth day of a may waive prerequisites when the quent account information is disclosed to regular semester or through the third day student's background justifies this action. credit reporting agencies, which could of the eight-week summer session, or Prior approval of the instructor may be endanger the student's credit rating on a during the proportionate period for block required in problems courses, indepen- local or national level. Accounts must be or short courses, a student may drop a dent study, internships, thesis and disser- cleared before the student can obtain the course, and no record of the course will tation courses, and courses taught in a release of any records, obtain a tran- appear on the student's academic professional school. script, receive a diploma, or enroll at record. 5.7 Class Enrollment Maxima. The OSU for subsequent semesters. Beginning with the Fall 1998 semester, maximum number of students permitted 5.11 Audit. A student who does not wish after the deadline for dropping with no to be enrolled in each section of a to receive credit in a course may, with record, but prior to the end of the 12th course is determined by the department the approvals of the student's adviser week of a regular semester or the sixth head and can be increased or de- and the instructor of the course con- week of a summer session, or proportion- creased only by the department head or cerned, attend the class strictly as a ate periods for block or short courses, a dean. visitor. A student who applies to audit a student may drop a course and the grade 5.8 Priority Enrollment. Currently en- course promises that he or she will not of "W" (dropped) will be recorded on the rolled/continuing students register for use the audit to avoid the rule against student's academic record. summer and fall classes during the latter excessive hours, and that he or she will After the 12th week of a regular semes- part of the preceding spring semester, not petition or ask in any way for the ter, or the sixth week of a summer ses- and for spring classes during the latter privilege of taking an examination to sion, or proportionate periods for block or part of the fall semester. In order to facili- obtain credit after he or she has audited short courses, a student may not drop a tate access to courses required for timely the course. The audit form is available in course and will be assigned only the degree completion, a student's priority for the Office of the Registrar. (Laboratory grade of "A," "B," "C," "D" or "F," or (when enrollment generally follows academic courses, private music lessons and art appropriate) "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," or "R" by class level with seniors having the high- courses are not open for audit.) the instructor at the end of the semester. est priority. Some exceptions to this basic If a student is already enrolled for (Exceptions to this policy may be allowed priority may be necessary to accommo- credit in a course, but wishes to change by petition due to verifiable extraordinary date bona fide student needs, such as a to auditing that course, the student must circumstances. A petition requires the special priority for physically disabled officially drop the course (or, if appropri- signatures of the student's instructor, students. The Office of Academic Affairs ate, withdraw,) at the time the student adviser and dean with the grade of "W" or determines enrollment priorities, and changes to audit. "F" assigned by the instructor.) enrollment schedules and priorities are A student who has established a per- A student may not drop any course in published in the Schedule of Classes manent record at OSU may have the which a formal charge of academic each semester. audited course recorded on his or her dishonesty is pending against the stu- 5.9 Late Enrollment. A student is permit- transcript with "AU" appearing in place of dent. If the student is absolved of the ted to enroll during the first week of a the grade. Not later than one week after formal charge, he or she may drop the semester or through the third day of a the close of that semester, the student course with either a "W" or "F" (according summer session or on the first day of a must present to the Office of the Registrar to the drop grade policy), appearing on summer short course. A student enrolling the instructor's copy of the audit form with the academic record. If the student is late will pay a late enrollment fee. The a signed statement from the instructor, on found guilty, the instructor may take ap- late enrollment fee will not be charged the reverse side, that it is appropriate for propriate disciplinary action, including on or prior to the first day of a summer the course to be recorded on the assigning the grade "F" for the assign- short course. student's transcript. ment or the course. 5.10 Payment of Tuition and Fees. Each Any individual 65 years or older may 5.5 Concurrent Enrollment. A student student may request an estimate of their audit a class at no charge. who desires to earn credits concurrently tuition and fees from theOffice of the 5.12 Minimum Class Size. The minimum at another institution or through corre- Bursar. All fees and tuition (required and number of students required in order for spondence, or DANTES (Defense Activity optional) associated with the student's a class to meet is as follows: 20 students for Non-traditional Education Support) enrollment are due in the Office of the for lower-division classes, 12 students for examinations while enrolled for resi- Bursar no later than 4:30 p.m. on the 15th upper-division classes, and eight stu- dence credit at OSU, must secure ap- day of each month following billing. dents for graduate-level classes. proval in advance from his or her dean if Failure to receive a bill, which is mailed he or she expects this institution to ac- to the student's local address or speci- 6. Grades and Grading cept those credits. Armed Forces per- fied billing address, does not relieve the sonnel will be granted 60 days from the student from the financial obligation, any 6.1 Official Transcripts. All official tran- date of their first enrollment to establish, finance charges, and other penalties that scripts of the student's academic record through DANTES examinations, ad- may occur if the account is not paid by at OSU are prepared and released by the vanced standing in subject matter that the monthly due date. Fall semester fees Office of the Registrar. Copies of tran- they mastered while in the Armed are due by September 15, spring semes- scripts from other institutions cannot be Forces. ter fees are due by February 15, and furnished. 5.6 Prerequisites to Upper-division summer session fee due dates vary and Graduate-division Courses. depending on the session. All accounts When no prerequisites are listed for not paid in full by the due date will ac- courses numbered 3000 or 4000, it is crue an interest penalty at the rate of 1.5 understood that the prerequisite is ap- percent monthly (19.56 APR). Any proval of the student's adviser. The pre- charges incurred by the University in an requisite for courses at the 5000 or 6000 effort to collect on delinquent accounts level is graduate standing in addition to will be assessed to and will be the re-

52 The University 6.2 Grade Interpretation. The quality of (5000 or 6000) or a master's degree 6.5 Freshman Progress Reports. The student performance in all classes is creative component course, when Spring Semester 1999 was the last pro- indicated by the following letter grades: course work is still in progress. It is the duction of Freshman Progress Reports. "A," "B," "C," "D," "F," "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," "W," responsibility of the instructor to initiate 6.6 Pass-No Pass Grading System. An or "R." Descriptions of the grades are: action to have the grade entered as soon undergraduate student may elect to take Grade "A" Excellent as possible after the student completes no more than four courses or 15 hours the course work. The new grade does Grade "B" Good (whichever is greater) during his or her not result in the deletion of the "R" symbol academic career with the pass-no pass Grade "C" Average from the transcript, but a second entry is grading option. The option is restricted to Grade "D" Below average posted beside the original "R" on the those students who: transcript to show the final grade. Grade "F" Failure a. have passed 28 or more semester Mark of "AU." An "AU" indicates that the Grade "I." This grade is given to a stu- credit hours; student audited the course, and re- dent who satisfactorily completed the quested that it be recorded on the aca- b. have at least a 2.50 grade-point aver- majority of the course work and whose demic record. An "AU" is not a grade and age in all hours attempted; work averaged "D" or better, but who has is not used in calculating grade-point c. have met all of the prerequisites for been unavoidably prevented from com- averages. enrollment in the course in question; pleting the remaining work of the course. A condition that the student must repeat Mark of "N." An "N" indicates that at the d. do not need the course in question for the course in order to remove the "I" is not time grades were due in the Office of the meeting any requirements for gradua- permitted. The maximum time allowed for Registrar, a final grade was not reported tion or certification other than as a a student to remove an "I" is one calendar by the student's instructor. An "N" is not a general (unrestricted) elective; year. The dean of the student's college grade and will be changed to the grade e. have approval of the academic ad- may recommend to the Office of the earned within a reasonable time. It is not viser. used in calculating grade-point aver- Registrar the adjustment of this period in A student who chooses the pass-no ages. exceptional circumstances. It is the pass option must do so by the last date responsibility of the student to satisfy the 6.3 Grade-point System. The following on which a course may be added. Once requirements stipulated by the instructor grade-point system is used in calculating the deadline has passed, a student may at the time the "I" is assigned; it is the the grade-point average. not change the choice of grading sys- responsibility of the instructor to initiate Grade "A" yields 4 grade points per se- tems. The pass-no pass option is not action to have the new grade entered as mester credit hour. identified on the official class roll and soon as possible after the student fulfills thus is not known to the instructor. The the requirement. The new grade does not Grade "B" yields 3 grade points per semester credit hour. instructor assigns a normal grade based result in the deletion of the "I" symbol from on the quality of the work performed. The the transcript. Upon completion of the Grade "C" yields 2 grade points per se- grades of "A," "B" and "C" are recorded on course requirements, a second entry is mester credit hour. the transcript as "P"; the grades of "D" and posted beside the original "I" on the tran- Grade "D" yields 1 grade point per se- "F" are recorded as "NP." "W" and "I" script to show the final grade for the mester credit hour. grades are recorded without change. course. The incomplete grade which is Grade "F" yields 0 grade points per se- The pass-no pass grade will not affect not removed within the allotted period the grade-point average. becomes a permanent incomplete. mester credit hour. Graduate students should refer to the Grade "NP." This grade is given for 6.4 Grade-point Average Calculating. In calculating grade-point averages, the "Graduate College" section of the Cata- unsatisfactory work (including that evalu- log. ated as "D") in courses on the pass-no total number of grade points earned is pass grading system. Both credit hours divided by the total number of hours 6.7 Pass-Fail Grading System. Some and grade-points are ignored in calculat- attempted. The grade of "I," "NP," "P," "S," courses are taught only on a pass-fail ing grade-point averages. "U," "W"," R" or the mark of "AU" or "N" will basis. Such courses are so designated in not affect the grade-point average. the "Course Listings" section of the Cata- Grade "P." This grade is given for pass- log. Students who pass the course are ing work in OSU courses approved for Semester Grade-point Average. For purposes other than retention, all grades awarded the grade of "P"; those who fail pass-no pass and pass-fail grading sys- the course are awarded the grade of "F." tems. Both credit hours and grade-points are included in the calculation. For reten- are ignored in calculating grade-point tion purposes, activity and remedial Graduate students should refer to the averages. courses are excluded from the calcula- "Graduate College" section of the Cata- tion. These courses remain on the tran- log. Grade "S" or "U." This grade is given for script with a notation that they are ex- 6.8 Grade Reports. Reports of the satisfactory (equivalent to a "C" or better) cluded from the GPA. or unsatisfactory work in remedial grades of all students are compiled courses in English, mathematics, read- Graduation and Retention Grade-point shortly after the end of each semester ing, and science. Both credit hours and Averages. All courses in which a student and are made available electronically, grade points are ignored in calculating has a recorded grade are included in the and via the automated telephone re- grade-point averages, and neither grade calculation, excluding any courses response system to the students, the stu- is counted in total hours. Effective Fall peated (with an original grade of "D" or dents' advisers and the students' deans. 1995, these courses were CIED 0123, "F") or reprieved and excluding remedial 6.9 Correcting Grades Reported in ENGL 0003, 0123, MATH 0123, and courses and physical education activity Error. An instructor who reports an incor- UNIV 0111. courses. (See "Academic Forgiveness.") rect grade to the Office of the Registrar Grade "W." This grade indicates that Cumulative Grade-point Average. All may request that office to correct the the student dropped the course. courses in which a student has a re- grade. The request must be in writing corded grade are included in the calcu- and must have both the department Grade "R." This grade is given to a lation. head's and the dean's approvals. In no student in a thesis or dissertation course case will a grade be lowered after the student has been graduated.

Oklahoma State University 53 6.10 Grade Appeals. A student may 6.12 Academic Dishonesty or Miscon- the extenuating circumstances reported appeal a grade given by an instructor in duct. Academic dishonesty or miscon- by the student. The courses for a semes- cases in which he or she believes the duct is neither condoned nor tolerated at ter that is reprieved are excluded from grade awarded is inconsistent with an- Oklahoma State University. Academic the graduation and retention grade-point nounced grading policy. (See "Student dishonesty is behavior in which a delib- averages and identified with a statement Rights and Responsibilities" or contact erately fraudulent misrepresentation is under the course "Reprieved (excluded the Office of the Executive Vice-Presi- employed in an attempt to gain unde- from GPA)". dent.) served intellectual credit, either for one- 6.11 Honor Rolls. Full-time Students. self or for another. Academic misconduct 7. Graduation Full-time undergraduate students (12 or is behavior that results in intellectual 7.1 Graduation Requirements. The more semester credit hours in a regular advantage obtained by violating specific responsibility for satisfying all require- semester or six or more in a summer directions, rules, or accepted academic ments for a degree rests with the student. session) who complete all enrolled hours standards, but without deliberate intent or Advisers, faculty members and adminis- with a semester (not cumulative) grade- use of fraudulent means. (See also Policy trators offer help to the student in meeting point average of 4.00 (i.e., all "A's") and and Procedure Letters.) this responsibility. with no grade of "I" in any course are 6.13 Academic Forgiveness (Under- placed on the President's List of Distin- graduates). Repeated Courses. A stu- 7.2 Residence Requirements. A mini- guished Students. The grade of "P," "S" or dent may repeat a course and have only mum of one-half of the upper-division "W" or grades earned through correspon- the second grade, even if it is lower than requirements in a student's major field dence may not be included in meeting the first grade, included in the calculation must be earned in residence at OSU. the minimum enrollment required or of the graduation and retention grade- (See "College Enrollment Requirement.") grade-point average required for an point averages up to a maximum of four Including the last 18 semester credit honor roll. Students who have completed courses but not to exceed 18 credit hours the student must have earned a their courses under the same require- hours in which the original grade was a total of not less than 30 semester credit ments as outlined above, with a grade- "D" or "F." If a course is repeated more hours at OSU taken in not less than two point average of 3.50 or higher and no than once, all grades except the first semesters, or one semester and one grade below "C," are placed on the attempt are included in the grade-point summer session, or three summer ses- Dean's List of Distinguished Students. averages. The original course and grade sions. Courses taken as part of a re- (See also "Grade-point Average Calculat- remain on the transcript identified with a quired internship, such as in medical ing.") statement under the course "Repeated technology, may not be used in meeting this requirement. In the College of Busi- Part-time Students. Part-time under- (excluded from GPA)". All other repeated ness Administration the last 30 hours graduate students (11 or fewer semester courses, those in excess of the 18-hour, must be earned in residence. credit hours in a regular semester or five four-course maximum and those with a or fewer in a summer session) who have grade of "C" or better in the original 7.3 College Enrollment Requirement. A accumulated at least 12 semester credit course, are included in the grade-point candidate for graduation must be en- hours of "A" during the most recent con- averages and identified with a statement rolled in the college from which he or secutive enrollments at OSU, and who under the course "Repeated (included in she wishes to receive the degree for at complete all enrolled hours with a com- GPA)". least two semesters, or one semester bined grade-point average of 4.00 (i.e., Academic Reprieve. A student may and one summer session, or three sum- all "A's") and with no grade of "I" in any request an academic reprieve for all mer sessions immediately preceding course, are placed on the President's courses in one semester or two con- graduation. For the award of a second List of Distinguished Students. The grade secutive semesters if the following condi- baccalaureate degree, this requirement of "P" or "S," or grades earned through tions are met: (a) at least three years may be waived by the dean of the col- correspondence may not be included in must have elapsed between the period in lege awarding the second degree. (See meeting the minimum enrollment re- which the grades being requested re- "Residence Requirements" and "Second quired or grade-point average required prieved were earned and the reprieve Baccalaureate Degree.") for an honor roll. Dropping a course request; (b) the student must have 7.4 Residence Waiver for Certain Pre- prohibits a part-time student from being earned a GPA of 2.00 or higher with no medical Students. Students who com- listed on an honor roll. Special (non- grade lower than a "C" in all regularly plete at least 94 semester credit hours in degree-seeking) students are not in- graded course work ( a minimum of 12 a recognized premedical science pro- cluded on an honor roll. Students who hours) excluding activity, performance gram and then transfer to a professional have completed their courses under the and remedial courses since the semes- program leading to the doctoral degree same requirements as outlined above, ter requested to be reprieved; (c) the at an accredited professional school of with a combined grade-point average of student has not previously been granted medicine, osteopathic medicine, veteri- 3.50 or higher and no grade below "C," an academic reprieve for a semester; nary medicine, dentistry or optometry will are placed on the Dean's List of Distin- (d) there were extenuating circum- be awarded the appropriate baccalaure- guished Students. (See also "Grade-point stances which caused the student to ate degree upon the successful comple- Average Calculating.") perform poorly during the semester. tion of 30 semester credit hours in basic Once a part-time student is placed on The request for an academic reprieve medical science courses applicable to an honor roll, the student must complete must be submitted on the appropriate the OSU major. This option is available an additional 12 credit hours, before the form to the Office of the Executive Vice- only to students who have completed all student is considered again for an honor President. A faculty committee appointed other degree requirements for the major roll. The student must meet all the above by that office reviews each request and and have taken at least the last 30 se- criteria at the time of subsequent consid- either approves or denies a request mester credit hours of work at OSU prior eration. based on whether or not the student to transferring to a professional school. (See "Residence Requirements.") (Beginning Spring 1995, and retroac- meets the conditions stated above and tive to include Fall 1994, the Dean's List the committee's judgement concerning 7.5 Minimum Hours for Graduation. grade-point average was 3.50.) Each degree program requires a specific

54 The University minimum number of semester credit is not compulsory. However, candidates hours for graduation, as indicated in the who cannot be present should notify the Catalog. No degree program shall re- Office of the Registrar of the addresses to quire fewer than 120 semester credit which diplomas can be mailed. hours for graduation. (By OSRHE policy, 7.11 Graduation with Distinction. Be- these 120 hours are exclusive of physi- ginning with the Fall 1997 semester, cal education activity courses.) No stu- students who earn an OSU undergradu- dent shall be permitted to graduate hav- ate degree can also earn a level of dis- ing completed fewer total hours than the tinction based upon the final graduation/ requirement specified for that degree. At retention grade-point average. (See also least 40 hours of upper-division course "Grade-point Average Calculating.") The work shall be required in every bacca- level of distinction added to the diploma laureate degree program. (By OSRHE and transcript is: policy, these 40 hours are exclusive of physical education activity courses.) Graduation/retention Distinction grade-point average Hours of "S" or "U" earned in remedial courses may not count toward total hours. 3.90 to 4.00 Summa cum laude 3.80 to 3.89 Magna cum laude 7.6 Grade-point Average for Gradua- 3.70 to 3.79 Cum laude tion. A graduation grade-point average of 2.00 or higher is required for all This grade-point average calculation is courses in which a student has a re- two decimal places only, e.g., 3.69. In corded grade, excluding any courses actuality, this GPA may be 3.69785 if repeated or reprieved and excluding additional digits were to be added. How- remedial courses and physical educa- ever, the value used to determine distinction activity courses. (See "Academic tion is 3.69 which does not qualify for a Forgiveness.") This is in addition to the level of distinction. 2.00 or higher grade-point average re- 7.12 Professional Education. Profes- quired by the department in the major or sional Education requires a minimum minor fields. 2.50 GPA for admission to Professional 7.7 Payment of Graduation Fees. Begin- Education, student teaching and gradua- ning Fall 1996, the basic graduation cost tion. This requirement is consistent with is included in the records maintenance state standards for students who com- fee. Information on procedures and plete professional education programs deadlines is given to students at the time and seek licensure in the state of Okla- they complete their enrollment. homa. 7.8 Requirements for Honors Degrees. The individual colleges have specific requirements for degrees with honors. Students should consult the office of their academic dean for information. (See "Honors Programs" in the Catalog.) 7.9 Diploma Application. Each candidate for graduation shall file a diploma application in the Office of the Registrar within two weeks following enrollment in a regular semester or one week in a summer session in which the student wishes to be graduated. 7.10 Presence at Commencement Exercises. The University will hold one Commencement exercise each year at the close of the spring semester. Stu- dents who met the graduation requirements the preceding fall semester and students who plan to meet the graduation requirements at the close of the following summer session are invited and encouraged to participate in the Commence- ment exercises. Students who plan to meet requirements during the summer session (whether they are currently enrolled or not) should contact the Office of the Registrar to participate in Com- mencement. The University encourages all candidates for degrees to be present at the Commencement exercises. Attendance

Oklahoma State University 55 Computer Science (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Landscape Architecture (B) Ag Degree Programs Construction Management Technology Landscape Contracting (B) Ag (B) T Leisure Studies (B,M) Ed/Gr Offered Control Systems Engineering (M) Gr Management (B) Bus Counseling and Student Personnel Management Information Systems The type of degree offered in each major (M) Gr (B) Bus is listed along with an indication of the Design, Housing and Merchandising Management Information Systems college(s) in which each may be earned. (B,M) HES/Gr /Accounting Information Systems (Some majors are offered with more than Economics (B,M,D) A&S/Bus/Gr (M) Gr one type of degree, e.g., Bachelor of Arts Quantitative Financial Economics (M) Gr Management Science and Computer and Bachelor of Science. Many have Education (B,S,D) Ed/Gr Systems (B) Bus options within the major. See the depart- Elementary Education (B) Ed Manufacturing Systems Engineering ment narrative for details.) Secondary Education (B) Ed (M) Gr Educational Administration (D) Gr Marketing (B) Bus B Bachelor's Educational Leadership Studies (M) Gr Mathematics (B,M,D) A&S/Gr M Master's Educational Psychology (D) Gr Mechanical Engineering (B,M,D) S Specialist Electrical Engineering (B,M,D) En/Gr En/Gr D Doctor's Electrical Engineering Technology (B) T Mechanical Engineering Technology (B) T Ag Agricultural Sciences and Engineering and Technology Management (M) Gr Medical Technology (B) A&S Natural Resources A&S Arts and Sciences English (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Microbiology (B) A&S Bus Business Administration Entomology (B,M,D) Ag/Gr Microbiology, Cell and Molecular Ed Education Environmental Engineering (M) Gr Biology (M,D) Gr En Engineering Environmental Science (B,M,D) Ag/Gr Music (B) A&S HES Human Environmental Finance (B) Bus Music Education (B) A&S Sciences Fire and Emergency Management Natural and Applied Sciences (M) Gr Gr Graduate College Administration (M) Gr Nutritional Sciences (B,M) HES/Gr OM Osteopathic Medicine Fire Protection and Safety Occupational and Adult Education T Technology Technology (B) T (M,D) Gr VM Veterinary Medicine Food Science (M,D) Gr Osteopathic Medicine (DO) OM Foreign Language Pedagogy and Performance (M) Gr Accounting (B,M) Bus/Gr French (B) A&S Philosophy (B,M) A&S/Gr Aerospace Engineering (B) En German (B) A&S Photonics (D) Gr Agribusiness (B) Ag/Bus Russian Language and Literature Physical Education (B) Ed Agricultural Communications (B) Ag (B) A&S Physics (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Agricultural Economics (B,M,D) Ag/Gr Spanish (B) A&S Physiology (B) A&S Agricultural Education (B,M,D) Ag/Gr Forensic Science (M) Gr Plant Pathology (M,D) Gr Agriculture (M) Gr Forensic Science Administration (M) Gr Plant and Soil Sciences (B,M) Ag/Gr American Studies (B) A&S Forest Resources (M) Gr Forestry (B) Ag Crop Science (D) Gr Animal Science (B,M) Ag/Gr Soil Science (D) Gr General Business (B) Bus Animal Breeding and Reproduction Plant Science (D) Gr (D) Gr Geography (B,M) A&S/Gr Political Science (B,M) A&S/Gr Animal Nutrition (D) Gr Geology (B,M) A&S/Gr Pre-veterinary Science (B) Ag Applied Behavioral Studies (M) Gr Health Promotion (B) Ed Psychology (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Applied Educational Studies (D) Gr Health, Leisure and Human Performance Architectural Engineering (B,M) (D) Gr Sociology (B,M,D) A&S/Gr En/Gr Health and Human Performance (M) Gr Speech (M) Gr Architecture (B,M) En/Gr Higher Education (D) Gr Statistics (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Art (B) A&S History (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Teaching, Learning and Leadership (M) Gr Arts Management (M) Gr Horticulture (B,M) Ag/Gr Athletic Training (B) Ed Technical and Industrial Education Hospitality Administration (M) Gr (B) Ed Aviation Sciences (B) Ed Hotel and Restaurant Administration Telecommunications Management Biochemistry (B) A&S (B) HES (M) Gr Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Human Development and Family Theater (B,M) A&S/Gr (B,M,D) Ag/Gr Science (B,M) HES/Gr University Studies (B) All colleges Biomedical Sciences (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Human Environmental Sciences (B, M, Veterinary Medicine (DVM) VM Biosystems Engineering (B,M,D) En/Gr D) HES/Gr Veterinary Biomedical Sciences (M,D) Gr Botany (B,M) A&S/Gr Industrial Engineering and Management Wildlife and Fisheries Ecology (B,M,D) Business Administration (M,D) Gr (B,M,D) En/Gr International Business (B) Bus A&S/Gr Cell and Molecular Biology (B) A&S Zoology (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Chemical Engineering (B,M,D) En/Gr International Studies (M) Gr Summary of degrees offered: Chemistry (B,M,D) A&S/Gr Journalism and Broadcasting (B) A&S Mass Communications (M) Gr Bachelor's 85 Civil Engineering (B,M,D,) En/Gr Master's 72 Communication Sciences and Disorders Specialist 1 (B,M) A&S/Gr Doctor's 45

56 The University Athletics Program Mission, 8 Control Systems Engineering, 118 Index Auditing Correspondence Study/Independent, 30 Faculty and Staff, 17 Costs Fee, 21 Auditing, 21 see also Academic Regulations Estimated, 22 A Aviation and Space Education, 113, 225 Faculty/Staff Members, 21 Abbreviations of Course Listings, 213 Graduate Assistants, 21 Academic Regulations, 47, 175 Nonresident Tuition, 19 Accounting, 97, 214 B Obligation, 23 Accreditation, 9, 161 Osteopathic Medicine, 20 Bachelor’s Degrees, 56 Residential Area Rates, 22 see also specific colleges see also specific colleges Adding Courses, 16 Resident Tuition, 19 Bartlett Center for the Studio Arts, 34 Special Class Charges, 21 Administration Bartlett Independent Living Center, 34 University, 3 Special Services, 20 Behavioral Studies, Applied, 221 University Apartments, 22 Admission Biochemistry, 227 Application, 11 Veterinary Medicine, 20 Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 61, 74 Counseling Services, 28 Freshman, 11 Biological Science, 228 International Student, 13 Counseling and Counseling Psychology, 108, see also Zoology 244 Nonresident, 11, 13 Biomedical Sciences, 166, 228 Readmission, 11, 13, 172 Course Numbering, 212 Biomedical Sciences, Veterinary, 149, 343 Credits, see Academic Regulations Requirements, 11 Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, Resident, 11, 13 Credit by Exam, 30 62, 123 Crime Special, 12 Biosystems Engineering, 229 Transfer, 11, 13 Prevention, 44 Botany, 74, 230 Statistics, 44 Admission to the Graduate College Branch Campus Chart, 174 Curriculum and Educational Leadership, 110 OSU-Oklahoma City, 39 Curriculum and Instruction Education, 245 Departmental or Program OSU-Okmulgee, 41 Requirements, 172 OSU-Tulsa, 41 International, 171 Broadcasting/Journalism and, 83, 294 Test Scores, 171 Business Administration, College of, 96 D Transfer Credits, 172 see also specific subjects Degree Requirements, Adult Education, 112, 289 Department of, 231 see Academic Regulations Advanced Standing, see Credit by Exam Master of, 98, 302 Degree Programs Offered, 56 Advertising, 83 Business Communications, 232 University Studies, 30 Advisement, 31 Business Education, 232 Dentistry, Pre, 29 Aerospace/Mechanical Business Honors, 232 Design, Housing and Engineering, 130, 306 Business Professions, 232 Merchandising, 139, 248 Aerospace Studies (Air Force), 87, 215 Disability Services/Student, 28 African-American Studies, 69 see also Facilities and Housing Agribusiness, 59, 100 C Dishonesty or Misconduct, Academic, Agricultural see Academic Regulations Communications, 59, 215 Calendar Disruption of the Educational Process, Economics, 59, 215 University, 6 Regents’ Resolution, 42 Education, 60, 217 Graduate College, 159 Doctoral Degrees, 180, 183 Engineering/Biosystems, 62, 123 Career Services, 33 see also specific departments Agricultural Sciences and Natural Cell and Molecular Biology, 85, 232 Dropping Courses, 17 Resources, College of, 57 Central Asian Studies, 70 Refund Policy, 21 see also specific subjects Certificates, Area Studies, 69 Drugs/Alcoholic Beverages and Other, 45 Agriculture, 60, 166, 218 Geographic Information Systems, 70, 80 Mechanized, 310 Gerontology Graduate, 168 Alcoholic Beverages and Other Drugs, 45 Chemical Engineering, 124, 233 E Allied Arts, 37 Chemistry, 75, 234 ALPHA Program, 16 Child Development Laboratories, 34 Ecology, Wildlife and Fisheries, Alumni Programs and Services, 39 Children, Students with, 28, 163 see Zoology American Studies, 73, 219 Civil Engineering, 236 Economics, 251 Ancient and Medieval Studies, 70 Civil and Environmental Engineering, 126 Economics and Legal Studies in Business, Animal Science, 61, 219 Classification of students, 77, 100, 251, 296 Anthropology, 221 see Academic Regulations Quantitative Financial, 99 Apartments, University, 27 College of Education, College of, 105, 253 Rates, 22 Agricultural Sciences and see also specific subjects Appeals, Grade, see Academic Regulations Natural Resources, 57 Educational Leadership, 113, 253 Application Arts and Sciences, 68 Educational and School Psychology, 108, Admission, 11 Business Administration, 96 254 Housing, 11 Education, 105 Educational Studies, School of, 112 Applied Behavioral Studies, 221 Engineering, Architecture and Educational Studies/Applied, 107 Applied Educational Studies, 107 Technology, 119 Educational Technology, 256 Applied Health and Educational Psychology, Graduate, 159 Electrical and Computer 108 Honors College, 29 Engineering, 127, 256 Architecture 132, 221 Human Environmental Sciences, 138 Electrical Engineering Technology, 136, 260 Area Studies Certificates, 69 Osteopathic Medicine, 145 Employment, see Financial Aid Art, 73, 223 Veterinary Medicine, 148 Engineering, Architecture and Arts, Allied, 37 Colvin Center, 35 Technology, College of, 119, 261 Arts, Bartlett Center for Communications see also specific subjects the Studio/Gardiner Art Gallery, 34 Agricultural, 59, 215 Admission, 122 Arts Management, 56, 73, 225 Mass, 302 General, 272 Arts, M.B. Seretean Center for Speech, 337 Science, 262 the Performing, 35 Communication Sciences and Disorders, 76, Technology, 134, 272 Arts and Sciences, College of, 68, 225 240 Engineering and Technology see also specific subjects Computer Engineering/Electrical and, Management, 262 Asian Studies, 70 127, 256 English, 78, 263 Assault Prevention, Sexual, 45 Computer Systems/Management English Composition Requirement, Assessment Program, 32 Science and, 102 see Academic Regulations Assistantships, Teaching and Computer Science, 77, 241 Research, 164 Computing and Information Services, 33, 163 Astronomy, 225 Construction Management Athletic Training, 56 Technology, 135, 243

350 Index Enrollment, see Academic Regulations Marketing, 103, 301 Enrollment Procedure H Mass Communications, 302 Continuing, 16 Health Services, 28 Master of Business Administration, 98, 302 Faculty, Staff, 17 Health, Applied, and Educational Master’s Degrees, 176 First-time, 16 Psychology, 108 see also specific departments Graduate, 172 Health and Human Performance, 109, 277 Mathematics, 84, 303 Transfer Students, 16 History, 81, 279 Math Learning Resource Center, 34 Entomology, 63, 266 Honor Roll, see Academic Regulations Matriculation, see Academic Regulations Environmental Science, 64, 166, 267 Honor and Service Organizations, 37 Mechanical and Aerospace Expenses, see Costs see also specific colleges Engineering, 130, 306 Honors College, 29, 281 Mechanical Engineering see also specific colleges Technology, 137, 310 F Horticulture and Landscape Mechanized Agriculture, 310 Medical Technology, 86, 311 Facilities, 8, 34 Architecture, 65, 282, 295 Hospital, see Health Services Medicine Family Services, Center for, 33 Hospitality Administration, 143 Pre-, 29 Fees, see Costs see also specific colleges Finance, 101, 267 Hotel and Restaurant Administration, 143, 282 Veterinary, 148 Financial Aid/Scholarships and, 23 Housing Medieval/Ancient Studies, 70 see also specific colleges Mentor, Student Academic, 32 for Graduate Students, 164 Application, 11 Greek Life, 37 Merchandising/Design, Housing and, Grants, 25 Mobility Impaired Student, 27 139, 248 Loans, 25 Microbiology, 85, 311 Scholarships, 23 Residence Halls, 27 University Apartments, 27 Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, 85 Work-Study, 25 Housing/Design and Military Science, 87, 312 Fire and Emergency Management, 91 Military Service Fee Refund Policy, 22 Fire Protection and Safety Merchandising, 139, 248 Human Development and Family Science, Military Studies, Departments of, 86 Technology, 136, 268 140, 285 Aerospace Studies, 87, 215 Food Science, 168 Military Science, 87, 312 Foreign Language Credit for Native Human Environmental Sciences, College of, 138, 288 Minority Programs and Services, Speakers, Human Performance/Health and, 109, 277 see Multicultural Development and see Academic Regulations Assessment Center Foreign Languages and Human Resource Development, 114, 289 Human Resource Management, 103 Minors, 69 Literatures, 80, 269 Mission of the University, 8 see also specific subjects Mission/Athletics Program, 8 Forensic Sciences, 166, 269 I Molecular Genetics/Microbiology and, 85 Forensic Sciences Administration, 166 Multicultural Development and Assessment Forestry, 64, 270 Identification Cards, 16 Center, 29 Former Students, Readmission, 11, 13, 172 Independent and Correspondence Study, 30 Museum of Higher Education—Old Central, Foundation, OSU, 39 Independent Living Center, Bartlett, 34 35 Fraternities/Sororities, see Greek Life Industrial Engineering and Music, 87, 313 French, 271 Management, 128, 290 Freshman Interdisciplinary Programs, 166 Admission, 11 International Business, 104 Enrollment, 16 International Student N Admission, 13 National Student Exchange, 30 Graduate Admission, 171 Native American Studies, 70 G Status Maintenance Fee, 21 Native Speakers, Foreign Language Students and Scholars, 37 Credit for, see Academic Regulations Gardiner Art Gallery, 34 Natural and Applied Sciences, 168 General Education, 9 International Studies, 293 Certificate, International Studies, 69 Natural Science, 316 see also specific colleges Intramurals, 38 News-Editorial, 83 Course codes, 212 Nonresidents of Oklahoma Requirements, Costs, 19 see Academic Regulations J Freshmen, 11 General Engineering, 272 Pre-engineering, 13 General Technology, 272 Japanese, 293 Transfers, 13 Genetics, 272 Journalism and Broadcasting, 83, 294 Nontraditional Student Services, 37 Genetics/Microbiology and Molecular, 85 Nutritional Sciences, 142, 317 Geographic Information Systems, Certificate, 70, 80 L Geography, 80, 272 Geology, 81, 274 Landscape Architecture, 65, 282, 295 O German, 276 Landscape Contracting, 65 Occupational Education Studies, 111, 318 Gerontology Latin, 296 Oklahoma City, OSU—, 39 Certificate, 168 Latin American Studies, 70 Okmulgee, OSU—, 41 Institute, 30 Law, Pre-, 29 Old Central/Oklahoma Museum of Grade Reports, 18 see also specific colleges Higher Education, 35 see also Academic Regulations Lectures, 37 Organizations Graduate Legal Studies in Business, 296 Honor and Service, 37 Calendar, 159 Leisure, 109, 297 see also specific colleges College, 159, 276 Library, 35, 163 Residence Hall, 38 Council and Members, 160 Library Science, 298 Osteopathic Medicine, College of, 145 Enrollment, 172 Loans, see Financial Aid Osteopathic Medicine, Pre-, 29 Programs, see specific departments Regulations, 175 Graduation Requirements, M see Academic Regulations Major fields, see specific colleges and see also specific colleges Degree Programs offered Greek, 276 Management, 102, 299 Greek Life, 37 Management Information Systems/ Grants, see Financial Aid Accounting Information Systems, 102 Management Science and Computer Systems, 102 Management Science and Information Systems, 300 Manufacturing Systems Engineering, 168

Index 351 P S W Parking Safety, Public, 43 Waiving of Required Courses, Fees, 21 Safety Technology/Fire Protection and, see Academic Regulations Regulations, 17 136, 268 Wellness Center, 36 Pathobiology, Veterinary, 150 Satisfactory Academic Progress, Wildlife and Fisheries Ecology, Pathology see Academic Regulations see Zoology Plant, 66, 323 Science, see specific subjects Withdrawing from the University, 17 Pedagogy and Performance, 88 Scholar Development and Recognition, 26 Refund Policy, 21 Petroleum Technology, 319 Scholar-Leadership Enrichment Women’s Studies, 70 Philosophy, 88, 319 Program, 31 Photonics, 169 Scholarships and Financial Aid, 23 Physical Education Center, Colvin, 35 School Psychology/Educational and, 108 Z Physical Examination, 14 Second Baccalaureate Degree, Physics, 89, 321 see Academic Regulations Zoology, 94, 347 Plant Pathology, 66, 323 Semester Credit Hour, Plant Science, 170, 323 see Academic Regulations Plant and Soil Sciences, 66 Semester Load, see Academic Regulations Police Services, 43 Semester at Sea, 31 Political Science, 90, 324 Seretean Center for the Performing Arts, 35 Premedical, 29, 71, 119, 139 Sexual Assault Prevention, 45 Preprofessional Programs, 29 Social Foundations, 115, 332 see also specific colleges Social Justice Tuition Waiver, 165 Prerequisites, Course, 212 Sociology, 92, 332 Privacy, Students’ Rights, 18 Soil Science, 335 Probation, see Academic Regulations Sororities/Fraternities, see Greek Life Professional Degree, Doctor of Spanish, 336 Veterinary Medicine, 148 Special Education, 112, 336 Professional Education, 115 Specialist in Education Degree, 105, 185 Profile, Student, 8 Speech Communication, 337 Progress, Satisfactory Academic, Statistics, 93, 338 see Academic Regulations Status, Full-time, Part-time, Special, Psychological Services Center, 34 see Academic Regulations Psychology, 92, 327 Student Development, 340 Public Relations, 84 Student Personnel, 115 Study Abroad, 31 Substitution of Required Courses, Q see Academic Regulations Suspension, see Academic Regulations Quantitative Financial Economics, 99 R T Teaching, Learning and Leadership, 111 Rangeland Ecology and Management, 330 Technical and Industrial Education, 340 Readmission, 11, 13, 172 Technology, Division of Engineering, Recreation, Campus, 38 General, 134, 272 Refund, Withdrawal and Drop Fee Telecommunications Center, 36 Policy, 21 Telecommunications Management, 99, 170, Regents 340 for Higher Education, State, 3 Theater, 38, 93, 341 for OSU, Board of, 3 Transcripts, 18 Regulations Student Development, 38 Academic, 47, 175 Transfer Graduate, 175 Admission, 11, 13 Parking, 17 Enrollment, 16 Reinstatement after Academic Suspension, Graduate College, 172 see Academic Regulations Tuition, see Costs Religious Life, 38 Tulsa – OSU Campus, 41, 165 Religious Studies, 92, 331 OSU Center for Health Sciences, 166 Repayment Policy, 21 OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine, Research Centers, 162 146, 166 Research and Evaluation, 114, 331 Research at OSU, 160 Residence Halls Life, 11, 27 U Organizations, 38 Union, Student, 36, 38 Rates, see Costs and Housing University, 342 Residency Status, 15 University Academic Services, 32 Residents University Studies, Bachelor of, 30 Costs, 19 see also specific colleges Freshmen, 11 High School Seniors, 12 Special Adult Admission, 12 V Transfers, 13 Restaurant Administration/Hotel and, Variable Credit, 212 143, 282 Vehicle Registration and Parking Rights and Responsibilities, Student, 42 Regulations, 17 Rights to Privacy, Students, 18 Veteran Services, 17 ROTC, see Military Studies, Veterinary Medicine, College of, 148, 344 Departments of Costs, 20 Russian, 331 Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program, Russian and Eastern European Studies, 70 149, 343 Clinical Sciences, 149, 344 Infectious Diseases and Physiology, 344 Pathobiology, 150 Pre-, 29, 58, 71 Volunteer Center, 39

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