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State Regents for Higher EducationLEONARD J. EATON, JR., Chair, TulsaJOE L. MAYER, Vice-Chair, GuymonCARL RENFRO, Secretary, Ponca CityMARLIN "IKE" GLASS, JR., Assistant Secretary, NewkirkBILL W. BURGESS, JR., Member, LawtonJOSEPH E. "JOE" CAPPY, Member, TulsaJIMMY HARREL, Member, LeedeyCHERYL P. HUNTER, Member, EdmondJOHN MASSEY, Member, DurantDR. HANS BRISCH, Chancellor, Oklahoma City

Board of Regents for Oklahoma State UniversityDOUGLAS E. BURNS, Chair, NormanEDWARD F. KELLER, Vice Chair, TulsaDR. CLAUD EVANS, Member, OkemahJACK GIVENS, Member, MangumFRED HARLAN, Member, OkmulgeeJAY HELM, Member, TulsaDENNIS HOWARD, Member, Oklahoma CityDR. JOHN G. POLKINGHORNE, Member, EdmondLOU WATKINS, Member, StillwaterDR. W. DOUGLAS WILSON, Executive Secretary, Oklahoma City

University AdministrationSelected administrators directly responsible for academic and service programs for students.

JAMES E. HALLIGAN, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, Oklahoma State University System, andPresident of OSU

MARVIN S. KEENER, Ph.D., Executive Vice PresidentJERRY D. CARROLL, Ed.D., Provost and President of OSU-Oklahoma CityROBERT E. KLABENES, Ph.D., Provost and President of OSU-OkmulgeeGARY L. TRENNEPOHL, Ph.D., President of OSU-TulsaHARRY W. BIRDWELL, J.D., Vice President for Business and External RelationsJOSEPH W. ALEXANDER, D.V.M., M.S., Interim Vice President for Research and Dean of the College

of Veterinary MedicineLEE E. BIRD, Ph.D., Vice President for Student AffairsTHOMAS C. COLLINS, Ph.D., President, Education and Research FoundationRON G. AREA, Ed.D., President, OSU FoundationSAMUEL E. CURL, Ph.D, Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences and

Natural Resources; Director of the Agricultural Experiment Station; andDirector of the Cooperative Extension Service

JOHN M. DOBSON, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Arts and SciencesJAMES R. LUMPKIN, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Business AdministrationANN C. CANDLER LOTVEN, Ed.D., Dean of the College of Education and Director of Teacher EducationKARL N. REID, Sc.D., P.E., Dean of the College of Engineering, Architecture

and TechnologyTIMOTHY J. PETTIBONE, Ph.D., Dean of the Graduate CollegePATRICIA K. KNAUB, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Human Environmental SciencesTHOMAS 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 MedicineJAMES G. HROMAS, Ph.D., Dean of University Extension, Economic and International DevelopmentEDWARD R. JOHNSON, Ph.D., Dean of LibrariesGORDON L. REESE, B.S., Director of AdmissionsROBERT E. DIXON, JR., M.Ed., BursarLARRY F. KRUSE, Ed.D., Director of High School and College RelationsROBERT L. SPURRIER, JR., Ph.D., Director of The Honors CollegeROBERT E. GRAALMAN, Ph.D., Director of Scholar Development and RecognitionCHARLES W. BRUCE, Ph.D., Director of Scholarships and Financial AidC. WESLEY HOLLEY, Ph.D., University Registrar

4 The University


Contents6 Calendar

11 Entering the University

16 Enrollment and Records

19 Costs

24 Scholarships and Financial Aid

26 Student Services

28 Special Programs, Services and Facilities

36 Campus Life

39 OSU-Oklahoma City

40 OSU-Okmulgee

41 OSU-Tulsa

46 University Academic Regulations

55 Degree Programs Offered

56 College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources

67 College of Arts and Sciences

95 College of Business Administration

103 College of Education

118 College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology

137 College of Human Environmental Sciences

144 College of Osteopathic Medicine

147 College of Veterinary Medicine

150 Faculty

158 The Graduate College

185 Graduate Faculty

208 Course Listings

6 The University

Summer 2002,Regular 8-Week SummerSessionMay 27, Monday

University holidayJune 6, 7, Thursday, Friday

EnrollmentJune 7, Friday

Last day to cancel enrollmentJune 10, Monday

Class work beginsJune 12, Wednesday

Last day to enrollJune 12, Wednesday

Last day to add (nonrestrictive)June 14, Friday

Last day to add (restrictive)June 14, Friday

Last day to file a diploma applicationJune 14, Friday

Last day to drop a course with nograde and no fees charged for course

June 14, FridayLast day for 100% refund onwithdrawal

July 4, ThursdayUniversity holiday

July 19, FridayLast day to drop a course (grade of"W")

July 19, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith automatic "W"

July 26, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith assigned "W" or "F"

August 2, FridayClass work ends

August 6, TuesdayGrades due from faculty

Short summer sessions are usually heldfor three weeks, May 20-June 7,for four weeks, June 10-July 5for four weeks, July 8-August 2.

Proportionate dates for fee refunds,dropping, and withdrawing apply toblock and short courses.

Winter IntersessionDecember 3-7, Monday-Friday

EnrollmentDecember 17, Monday

Intersession beginsDecember 28, Friday

Intersession ends

Second Semester2001-2002, Spring 2002January 7-11, Monday-Friday

EnrollmentJanuary 11, Friday

Last day to cancel enrollmentJanuary 14, Monday

Class work beginsJanuary 18, Friday

Last day to enrollJanuary 18, Friday

Last day to add (nonrestrictive)January 21, Monday

Student holidayJanuary 25, Friday

Last day to file a diploma applicationJanuary 25, Friday

Last day to add (restrictive)January 25, Friday


January 25, FridayLast day for 100% refund onwithdrawal

March 16, SaturdayStudents' Spring break begins

March 25, MondayClass work resumes

April 1, MondayEnrollment for Summer and Fall begins

April 12, FridayLast day to drop a course (grade of"W")

April 12, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith automatic "W"

April 26, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith assigned "W" or "F"

April 29-May 3, Monday-FridayPre-finals week

May 6-10, Monday-FridayFinal examinations

May 10, FridayClass work ends

May 11, SaturdayCommencement

May 14, TuesdayGrades due from faculty

University CalendarFirst Semester 2001-2002,Fall 2001August 13-17, Monday-Friday

EnrollmentAugust 17, Friday

Last day to cancel enrollmentAugust 20, Monday

Class work beginsAugust 24, Friday

Last day to enrollAugust 24, Friday

Last day to add (nonrestrictive)August 31, Friday

Last day to add (restrictive)August 31, Friday

Last day to file a diploma applicationAugust 31, Friday


August 31, FridayLast day for 100% refund onwithdrawal

September 3, MondayUniversity holiday

October 1, 2, Monday, TuesdayStudents' Fall break

October 3, Wednesday"Monday" classes will meet

November 12, MondayEnrollment for Spring begins

November 9, FridayLast day to drop a course (grade of"W")

November 9, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith automatic "W"

November 22, ThursdayUniversity holiday begins

November 26, MondayClass work resumes

November 30, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith assigned "W" or "F"

December 3-7, Monday-FridayPre-finals week

December 10-14, Monday-FridayFinal examinations

December 14, FridayClass work ends

December 18, TuesdayGrades due from faculty

December 24-January 1, Mondaythrough TuesdayUniversity holidays


Summer 2003Regular 8-Week SummerSessionMay 26, Monday

University holidayJune 5, 6, Thursday, Friday

EnrollmentJune 6, Friday

Last day to cancel enrollmentJune 9, Monday

Class work beginsJune 11, Wednesday

Last day to enrollJune 11, Wednesday

Last day to add (nonrestrictive)June 13, Friday

Last day to add (restrictive)June 13, Friday

Last day to file a diploma applicationJune 13, Friday


June 13, FridayLast day for 100% refund onwithdrawal

July 4, FridayUniversity holiday

July 18, FridayLast day to drop a course (grade of"W")

July 18, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith automatic "W"

July 25, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith assigned "W" or "F"

August 1, FridayClass work ends

August 5, TuesdayGrades due from faculty

Short summer sessions are usually heldfor three weeks, May 19-June 6for four weeks, June 9-July 4for four weeks, July 7-August 1

Proportionate dates for fee refunds,dropping, and withdrawing apply toblock and short courses.

Winter IntersessionDecember 2-6, Monday-Friday

EnrollmentDecember 16, Monday

Intersession beginsDecember 27, Friday

Intersession ends

Second Semester2002-2003, Spring 2003January 6-10, Monday-Friday

EnrollmentJanuary 10, Friday

Last day to cancel enrollmentJanuary 13, Monday

Class work beginsJanuary 17, Friday

Last day to enrollJanuary 17, Friday

Last day to add (nonrestrictive)January 20, Monday

Student holidayJanuary 24, Friday

Last day to file a diploma applicationJanuary 24, Friday

Last day to add (restrictive)January 24, Friday


January 24, FridayLast day for 100% refund onwithdrawal

March 15, SaturdayStudents' Spring break begins

March 24, MondayClass work resumes

March 31, MondayEnrollment for Summer and Fall begins

April 11, FridayLast day to drop a course (grade of"W")

April 11, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith automatic "W"

April 25, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith assigned "W" or "F"

April 28-May 2, Monday-FridayPre-finals week

May 5-9, Monday-FridayFinal examinations

May 9, FridayClass work ends

May 10, SaturdayCommencement

May 13, TuesdayGrades due from faculty

First Semester 2002-2003,Fall 2002August 12-16, Monday-Friday

EnrollmentAugust 16, Friday

Last day to cancel enrollmentAugust 19, Monday

Class work beginsAugust 23, Friday

Last day to enrollAugust 23, Friday

Last day to add (nonrestrictive)August 30, Friday

Last day to add (restrictive)August 30, Friday

Last day to file a diploma applicationAugust 30, Friday


August 30, FridayLast day for 100% refund onwithdrawal

September 2, MondayUniversity holiday

October 7, 8, Monday, TuesdayStudents' Fall break (tentative)

October 9, Wednesday"Monday" classes will meet

November 11, MondayEnrollment for Spring begins

November 8, FridayLast day to drop a course (grade of"W")

November 8, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith automatic "W"

November 27, FridayLast day to withdraw from all courseswith assigned "W" or "F"

November 28, ThursdayUniversity holiday begins

December 2, MondayClass work resumes

December 2-6, Monday-FridayPre-finals week

December 9-13, Monday-FridayFinal examinations

December 13, FridayClass work ends

December 17, TuesdayGrades due from faculty

December 24-January 1, Tuesdaythrough WednesdayUniversity holidays

8 The University

The UniversityOklahoma State University was

founded on December 25, 1890, asOklahoma Agricultural and MechanicalCollege, just twenty months after the LandRun of 1889. When the first students as-sembled for class on December 14, 1891,no buildings, books or curriculum existed.

In 1894, two and one-half years afterclasses began in local churches, 144students moved into the first academicbuilding, later known as Old Central, onthe southeast corner of campus. In 1896,Oklahoma A&M held its first commence-ment with six male graduates.

On July 1, 1957, Oklahoma A&M Col-lege became Oklahoma State University.Technical branches were established inOkmulgee in 1946 and in Oklahoma Cityin 1961. (In 1990 their names werechanged to OSU-Okmulgee and OSU-Oklahoma City.) In July of 1988, the Okla-homa College of Osteopathic Medicineand Surgery became the College of Os-teopathic Medicine of OSU.

OSU is located in Stillwater, a north-central Oklahoma community with a popu-lation of more than 38,000. Stillwater isapproximately 60 miles from the Tulsaand Oklahoma City metropolitan areasand is readily accessible from other majorpopulation centers by interstate highwayand air.

This coeducational University has anenrollment of approximately 26,000 stu-dents on four campuses. It offersbachelor's, master's and doctor's degreesin a large number of fields, as well as theprofessional Doctor of Osteopathic Medi-cine and Doctor of Veterinary Medicinedegrees. Specialist in Education degreesare also offered in selected fields.

Although OSU is a large, comprehen-sive university, its size does not minimizethe personal attention given to each stu-dent. The individual is more than just anumber at this university. OSU encour-ages all students, when they first enroll, toidentify the college in which they wish tomajor. Once the student has identified hisor her major department, he or she be-comes a very important individual to thefaculty and advisers of that department.Because the average number of studentsmajoring in any one department is lessthan 150, the student can count on per-sonal attention in a friendly environment.

The size of the University has manydistinct advantages. It has 2 million vol-umes in the library, modern research

laboratories and equipment, excellentphysical education, recreation and stu-dent union facilities, nationally-recog-nized residence halls programs, out-standing cultural events, and 36 nation-ally-affiliated fraternities and sororities,that provide a stimulating educationaland social environment.

The MissionOklahoma State University, a modern

comprehensive land grant university,serves the state, national and interna-tional communities by providing its stu-dents with exceptional academic experi-ences and by conducting scholarlyresearch and other creative activitiesthat advance fundamental knowledge.New knowledge is disseminated to thepeople of Oklahoma and throughout theworld.

Athletics Program MissionOklahoma State University is commit-

ted to providing regionally and nationallycompetitive athletics programs as anintegral part of the overall educationalmission of the University. Sponsoredprograms shall be in compliance withthe highest recognized standards of theinstitution and the athletic governingbodies. Intercollegiate athletics will oper-ate in harmony with the University'sstated mission and be committed to theintellectual, cultural, physical and socialdevelopment of the student-athletes asindividuals. Opportunities for student-athletes shall be provided without dis-crimination.

Student ProfileOSU has a diverse student body.

Students come not only from Oklahoma,but from across the nation and world. OfOSU's 27,907 students, approximately21,112 are on the Stillwater campus,(including 1388 students at OSU-Tulsa),2,369 at Okmulgee and 3,900 at Okla-homa City, and 526 students at the Col-lege of Osteopathic Medicine in Tulsa.Eighty-two percent of the undergraduateenrollment is from Oklahoma; 14 percentfrom other states; and four percent frommore than 115 foreign countries. Of theundergraduate population, 53 percent

are men and 47 percent are women.Minorities make up 19 percent of theundergraduate student body. The gradu-ation rate of full-time, degree-seekingundergraduate students is 50 percent.

The graduate student enrollment totals4,183. Of these students, approximately310 enroll through OSU-Tulsa. Fifty-ninepercent are from Oklahoma; 19 percentfrom other states; and 22 percent fromforeign countries. Of the graduate popu-lation, 56 percent are men and 44 per-cent are women. Minorities make up 27percent of the graduate student body.

An annual report regarding genderequity in OSU's athletic programs isavailable upon request from the AthleticDepartment.

FacilitiesThe OSU campus is one of excep-

tional beauty, with modified Georgianstyle architecture in many of the build-ings. The main campus encompasses840 acres and more than 200 permanentbuildings. These facilities include theEdmon Low Library, ranked first in thestate of Oklahoma and one of the largestlibraries in the entire Southwest. Otherfacilities include a large Student Unioncomplete with hotel facilities, the ColvinRecreational Center, the Noble ResearchCenter, the Bartlett Center for the StudioArts and the Seretean Center for thePerforming Arts.

In 1995, Willard Hall was completelyrenovated and rededicated as the newhome for the College of Education.Willard Hall was a 1939 vintage women'sdormitory that now reflects the past andcreates a vision for the future.

In 1996, the University dedicated theOklahoma Food and Agricultural Prod-ucts Research and Technology Center.This vital facility undergirds the essentialmission of the College of AgriculturalSciences and Natural Resources byallowing faculty and students the oppor-tunity to investigate the ways and meansof adding value to Oklahoma's raw food-stuffs.

In Fall 1997, the University opened its$31 million Advanced Technology Re-search Center within the College of Engi-neering, Architecture and Technology.This multidisciplinary building will furtherenhance the University's role of being a


front runner in basic engineering andrelated research in a variety of fields thatare relevant to Oklahoma, the UnitedStates and the world.

In Fall 1998, the University welcomedthe complete renovation of the ClassroomBuilding. This building is the principalundergraduate classroom facility for theUniversity. The Classroom Building re-modeling effort gives students an up-dated facility with state-of-the-art teach-ing systems.

In Spring 1999, groundbreakingoccured for the remodeling of the exist-ing Gallagher-Iba Arena. The expandedarena will seat up to 13,000 people forathletic, academic and entertainmentactivities.

In Fall 1999, construction was com-pleted to add space within the StudentUnion to incorporate a new area for theCenter for Services to Students. Thiseffort houses the offices of Admissions,Bursar, Financial Aid, High School andCollege Relations, Registrar and Univer-sity Academic Services in one conve-nient location for a combined effort inbetter assistance to students.

In Fall 2000, construction was com-pleted on the new housing for our stu-dents with the completion of the first ofthree phases of apartments and suitesstyle accommodations. Fall 2001 willusher in Phase II to include family hous-ing, apartments and suites.

OSU is emerging as a leader in net-work computing resources. The Univer-sity has applied the student technologyfee in concert with other University re-sources to create a second-to-nonenetworking system on campus that in-cludes new computer laboratories, highspeed inter-laboratory connectivity, and avirtually seamless interface to the explod-ing Internet community. It is OSU's beliefthat the "virtual laboratory" made possibleby the nearly boundless domain of theInternet will be the research vehicle forthe future researcher.

The Lake Carl Blackwell area, locatedeight miles west of Stillwater, is alsoowned by OSU. The area includes ap-proximately 21,655 acres, including the3,000-acre Lake Carl Blackwell that pro-vides the water supply for OSU. It is alsoused for research activities, in addition tobeing a popular regional recreationalarea.

Additional properties include 1,900acres in farm land and facilities in PayneCounty, as well as 2,900 acres and vari-ous structures devoted to research sta-tions around the state.

General EducationOklahoma State University is commit-

ted to producing graduates who have adepth of knowledge in their major fieldsof study and a breadth of general knowl-edge to address issues in a complexsociety. OSU graduates have a masteryof a specific subject matter and solid,diversified general education. With acommitment to breadth in general educa-tion, the following philosophy wasadopted in 2001:

General Education at Oklahoma StateUniversity provides students generalknowledge, skills and attitudes condu-cive to lifelong learning in a complexsociety. The breadth of general educa-tion requirements stimulates intellectualcuriosity, original thought and expres-sion, the capacity for critical analysis andproblem solving, and the ability to makeconscious value judgements consistentwith personal needs and the public inter-est. General education assists graduatesto function in and appreciate the humanand natural environment.

AccreditationOklahoma State University is accred-

ited by the Higher Learning CommissionNCA (A Commission of the North CentralAssociation (NCA) of Colleges andSchools, and programs within the col-leges are also accredited. (The NCA maybe reached at 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite2400, Chicago, IL 60601, phone (800)621-7440. The internet address is www.hcahigherlearningcommission.org.)

In the College of Agricultural Sciencesand Natural Resources, the forestry pro-gram is accredited by the Society ofAmerican Foresters. The landscapearchitecture program (Bachelor of Land-scape Architecture) is accredited by theAmerican Society of Landscape Archi-tects. The landscape contracting pro-gram is certified by the Association ofLandscape Contractors of America. Inaddition, the College's teacher educationprogram in agricultural education is ac-credited by the Oklahoma State Depart-ment of Education, and the OklahomaState Department of Vocational-TechnicalEducation.

In the College of Arts and Sciences,the medical technology program is ac-credited by the National AccreditingAssociation of Clinical Laboratory Sci-ence; the chemistry program is accred-ited by the American Chemical Society;the School of Journalism and Broadcast-ing as well as the programs in advertis-ing, broadcast journalism, news editorial,and public relations are accredited bythe Accrediting Council on Education in

Journalism and Mass Communications;the music department is accredited bythe National Association of Schools ofMusic, and the theater department by theNational Association of Schools of The-ater. The program in clinical psychologyis accredited by the American Psycho-logical Association; the program in com-munication sciences and disorders isaccredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

All programs in the College of Busi-ness Administration are fully accreditedby the American Assembly of CollegiateSchools of Business, (AACSB) the Inter-national Association for ManagementEducation. The School of Accountingenjoys separate accreditation by thisbody.

In the College of Education, the avia-tion programs are accredited by theFederal Aviation Administration. OSU wasthe first university in Oklahoma with aprogram that received this designation.The counseling psychology program andthe school psychology program are bothaccredited by the American Psychologi-cal Association. The leisure studies pro-gram is accredited by the National Rec-reation and Park Association and theAmerican Association for Leisure andRecreation, with accredited options inleisure service management and thera-peutic recreation. All professional educa-tion programs are accredited by theNational Council for Accreditation ofTeacher Education, the Oklahoma StateBoard of Education and the North CentralAssociation of Colleges and Schools.Technical and industrial education isaccredited by the Oklahoma State De-partment of Vocational-Technical Educa-tion.

In the College of Engineering, Archi-tecture and Technology, bachelor's de-gree programs are accredited by nation-ally recognized accreditation organiza-tions. Programs in aerospace engineer-ing, architectural engineering,biosystems engineering, chemical engi-neering, civil engineering, electrical engi-neering, industrial engineering and man-agement, and mechanical engineeringare accredited by the Engineering Ac-creditation Commission (EAC) of theAccreditation Board for Engineering andTechnology, Inc. (ABET), 111 MarketPlace, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202,phone (410) 347-7700, email accredita-tion @abet.org. Programs in constructionmanagement technology, electrical engi-neering technology, fire protection andsafety technology, and mechanical engi-neering technology are accredited by theTechnology Accreditation Commission(TAC) of the Accreditation Board forEngineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET)(address above). The program in archi-tecture is accredited by the National

10 The University

opportunity in all phases of the academicprogram and in all phases of the studentlife programs.

In support of these principles, OSUalso has a policy prohibiting sexual ha-rassment of students, staff and faculty.The University subscribes to the principleof the dignity of all persons and theirlabors. In support of this principle, sexualharassment is condemned in the recruit-ment, appointment and advancement ofemployees and in the evaluation of stu-dents' academic performance. OSU iscommitted to promoting equal opportu-nity in employment and education for allpersons within its constituency in anenvironment free from sexual harass-ment.

Respect of each member of the cam-pus community is vital to the individualand the community as a whole. OSU'sAffirmative Action Program reflects theUniversity's commitment to equal oppor-tunity and complies with the legal re-quirements of federal and state civilrights laws.

To adequately meet the needs ofprotected groups, such as the qualifieddisabled, self-identification of employeesis encouraged so those eligible can beafforded every opportunity to take advan-tage of the services offered. All informa-tion is protected by privacy laws andused only for affirmative action purposes.

Americans withDisabilities Act (ADA)Compliance ProgramKen Chance, Director

Considerable progress has beenmade to enhance ADA access to OSUprograms, services, facilities andgrounds. Students with disabilities areencouraged to help with such effortsthrough the ADA Advisory Council forIndividuals with Disabilities. In addition,students may exercise certain ADA ap-peal "rights" if dissatisfied with studentservices or accommodations. OSU iscommitted to improving the full and non-discriminatory participation in all aspectsof campus life for individuals with disabili-ties. For more information, contact theOffice of ADA Compliance, 316 StudentUnion.

Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB),Accreditation Director, National Architec-tural Accrediting Board, 1735 New YorkAve. NW, Washington D.C. 20066, phone(202) 783-2007.

Programs culminating in a B.S. in theCollege of Human Environmental Sci-ences are accredited by specializedagencies. The Foundation for InteriorDesign Education Research (FIDER) hasaccredited the undergraduate interiordesign program. The pre-production andthe production management apparelcurricula has received approval from theAmerican Apparel Manufacturer's Asso-ciation (AAMA), one of 12 in the UnitedStates. The Child Development Labora-tory is licensed by the state of OklahomaDepartment of Human Services (DHS)and has received a Two Star DifferentialQuality Certification from DHS. The ChildDevelopment Lab is also accredited bythe accrediting branch of the NationalAssociation for the Education of YoungChildren (NAEYC). Program approval hasbeen granted to the early childhoodeducation program by the OklahomaState Board of Education. The AmericanAssociation of Marriage and FamilyTherapists (AAMFT) has accredited themaster's program in marriage and familytherapy. The Commission on Accredita-tion/Approval for Dietetics Education(CAADE) of the American Dietetic Asso-ciation has approved the Didactic Pro-gramming Dietetics (DPD) and accred-ited the post-baccalaureate DieteticInternship Program (DI). The School ofHotel and Restaurant Administration isaccredited by the Accreditation Commis-sion for Programs in Hospitality Adminis-tration (ACPHA).

The College of Veterinary Medicine isfully accredited by the American Veteri-nary Medical Association. The OklahomaAnimal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory isaccredited by the American Associationof Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians,and the Boren Veterinary Medical Teach-ing Hospital is accredited by the Ameri-can Animal Hospital Association.

Programs at OSU's branch campuseshave also received accreditation fromnational agencies.

The OSU College of OsteopathicMedicine is accredited by the Bureau ofProfessional Education of the AmericanOsteopathic Association.

OSU-Oklahoma City is accredited bythe Commission on Institutions of HigherEducation of the North Central Associa-tion of Colleges and Schools. In addition,other programs are accredited or certi-fied by the following institutions: Okla-homa Drug and Alcohol ProfessionalCounselors Association, National Asso-ciation for the Education of Young Chil-dren, Rehabilitative Services for Deaf and

Hearing Impaired, State Health Depart-ment for Emergency Medical Techni-cians, Council on Law Enforcement Edu-cation and Training, National League forNursing Accreditation Commission,Oklahoma Board of Nursing, AmericanVeterinary Medical Association.

OSU-Okmulgee is accredited by theCommission on Institutions of HigherEducation of the North Central Associa-tion of Colleges and Schools. In addition,programs in automotive service technol-ogy and automotive body technology arenationally certified by the National Auto-motive Technicians Education Founda-tion, Inc. (NATEF). The dietetic technol-ogy program is accredited by the Ameri-can Dietetic Association.

Programs at OSU-Tulsa are fully ac-credited by the North Central Associationof Colleges and Schools (NCA) and otherspecific accrediting agencies as abranch campus of OSU.

Refer to the appropriate college sec-tions in the Catalog for further informationon accreditation of specific programs.

Affirmative ActionProgramCarolyn Hernandez, Director

It is the policy of OSU to be a com-plete equal opportunity University in allphases of operations, toward the end ofattaining the University's basic missionand goals. OSU is committed to provid-ing equal employment and educationalopportunity on the basis of merit andwithout regard to race, ethnicity, color,age, religion, sex, national origin, disabil-ity, status as a veteran of the VietnamEra, or veteran with a disability. All stu-dents are provided equal educational


Curricular Requirements. All studentsbeginning college work after July 1, 1997must have completed the following cur-ricular requirements for admission:Subjects Years

English 4(grammar, compositionand literature)

Mathematics 3(algebra I and above)

History 2(American history required)

Laboratory science 2Citizenship 1

(economics, geography, government,or non-Western culture)

Other 3(from any of the above, or foreign lan-guage, or computer science)In addition to the above requirements,

it is recommended that students alsocomplete the following additionalcourses:Fine arts (music, art, Yearsor drama); Speech additional 2Lab science additional 1Mathematics additional 1

In addition to the requirements listedabove, students who have earned anyhours of college-level credit must alsomeet university retention standards to beadmitted in good standing (see "Reten-tion Standards" in "Transfer Admission").English Proficiency Requirement. Allnew applicants for undergraduate studyfor whom English is a second languageare required to present a minimum pa-per-based score of 500 or a minimumcomputer-based score of 173 on the Testof English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL).

Special FreshmanAdmission ProgramsAlternative Admission. Students whosehigh school achievement is below thestandards specified in the performancerequirements and/or who are deficient inno more than one curricular requirement,may be eligible for admission under theAlternative Admission Program. Space islimited and only those applicants show-ing the best promise of academic suc-cess, consistent with OSU's enrollmentgoals and objectives, will be admitted.Priority will be given to those who applyby January 15, 2001.Adult Admission. Adults 21 years of ageor older or individuals on active militaryduty may be admitted, after careful con-sideration is given in determining theprobability of academic success of thestudent. It is the opinion of OklahomaState University that factors such as

the immediate past semester (except thesummer session) must file an updatedApplication for Admission. A student whohas enrolled in another college or univer-sity since last attending OSU, must sub-mit a transcript from each school. Admis-sion status will be determined after anevaluation of all previous work has beenmade.

Residential LifeAll freshmen are required to live on

campus their first year. For exceptions,see the "Residential Life" section of theCatalog. The University offers a variety ofliving and food service arrangements tosatisfy most students. A Residence HallApplication is included in the ApplicationPacket and should be submitted early inthe senior year of high school to ensure afirst-choice assignment. Opportunitiesalso abound for transfer students whodesire to experience life on campus.

Freshman AdmissionFor purposes of admission, a fresh-

man student is one who has earned nomore than six hours of college level creditafter graduation from high school. (Thisexcludes credits earned concurrentlywith high school enrollment, and creditearned by examination).

Admission Requirements(Residents andNonresidents)

To be admitted in good standing astudent must graduate from an accred-ited high school or have earned a Gen-eral Education Diploma (GED) and meetboth the performance and curricularrequirements listed below. (Accreditedhigh schools are those fully accreditedby one of the six regional associations ofschools and colleges or by the individualstate department of education.)Performance Requirements. To beadmitted in good standing for the 2001-2002 academic year, students mustsatisfy at least one of the following perfor-mance requirements:1. achieve a four-year high school grade-

point average of 3.00 or higher on a4.00 grading scale, and rank scholasti-cally among the top one-third of theirgraduating class; or

2. achieve a grade-point average of 3.00or higher on a 4.00 grading scale in therequired 15 core high school courses(see "Curricular Requirements" listedbelow); or

3. attain an ACT composite score of 22 orhigher or a total SAT composite scoreof 1020 or higher.

Entering theUniversity—AdmissionsGordon L. Reese, DirectorPaulette Cundiff, Coordinator,

Admissions OperationsLinda Owens, Coordinator,

Admissions ProgramsKaren Huff, Coordinator,

International AdmissionsKaren R. Mott, Coordinator, Transfer

Credit EvaluationsLori Beth McDonald, Computer

Support Specialist

Application Procedure

When to ApplyIt is advisable to apply for admission

several months in advance of the firstsemester in which enrollment is desired.Applications for admission are processedon a "rolling basis." Admission decisionsare usually made and applicants notifiedwithin a week or two of receipt of all nec-essary admission documents.

How to ApplyOSU requires a non-refundable appli-

cation fee of $25 for all applicants. Thefee must accompany a student's Applica-tion for Admission.Freshmen. All applicants seeking admis-sion must complete and submit an Appli-cation for Admission. A student shouldrequest that his or her high school coun-selor send to the Office of Admissions acurrent official high school transcript thatcontains class rank and grade-pointaverage (6th, 7th, or 8th semester). Inaddition, at the time of application arequest should be made to have theresults of the ACT or SAT sent to theOffice of Admissions, unless such arequest was made at the time of testing.Transfers. Students who have enrolled inone or more colleges prior to applying toOSU must complete and submit an Appli-cation for Admission, and request thatthe registrar at each college send anofficial transcript of all work attempted tothe Office of Admissions. Students whohave earned 23 or fewer hours of col-lege-level credit should also follow theprocedure outlined above for first-timefreshmen.Readmission. A student who has at-tended OSU, but was not enrolled during

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enroll in any zero-level courses designedto remove high school deficiencies.Assessment/Course Placement. To helpensure that a student possesses the skillsnecessary to be successful in college, heor she must obtain a 19 ACT subjectscore(s) in science reasoning, mathemat-ics, and/or English to enroll in coursework in the respective subject area(s).The student must score at 19 or higher inreading to enroll in any other collegiatecourse(s) outside the subjects of sci-ence, mathematics and English.

Once a student is concurrently en-rolled at OSU he or she may continueenrollment, provided that during theconcurrent enrollment period the studentachieves a college grade-point averageof 2.00 or higher, and upon graduationfrom high school meets both the perfor-mance and curricular requirements foradmission.

Transfer AdmissionOSU requires a non-refundable appli-

cation fee of $25 for all applicants. Thefee must accompany a student's Applica-tion for Admission.

For the purpose of determining admis-sion, a transfer student is one who hasearned a minimum of seven or moresemester hours of college-level creditafter graduation from high school. (Stu-dents with fewer than seven semesterhours of college-level credit are classifiedas freshmen, and should refer to the"Freshman Admission" section.)

Oklahoma ResidentsStudents may transfer to Oklahoma

State University from within the statesystem according to the following criteria:1. Students who have earned between

seven and 23 hours of college-levelcredit must satisfy both freshman ad-mission requirements (see "FreshmanAdmission" section) and the retentionstandards listed below.

2. Students who have earned 24 or morehours of college-level credit must meethigh school curricular requirements(see "Freshman Admission Require-ments") and the retention standardslisted below.

Retention Standards. The standardspertaining to the retention of studentspursuing study in undergraduate pro-grams at OSU are:

0 through 30 semester hours 1.7031 or more semester hours 2.00

College of Education. The College ofEducation requires a minimum 2.50 GPAfor admission to Professional Education,

maturity of the individual, job skills andlife experiences, motivation, ability tobenefit, and access to educational pro-grams should be considered in additionto past academic achievement in deter-mining probability of academic success.Opportunity Admission Program. Stu-dents who have not graduated from highschool but whose composite score onthe ACT, or combined verbal and math-ematics scores on the SAT places themat the 99th percentile, may apply for fulladmission. Admissibility will depend ontest scores, evaluation of maturity level,and whether the experience will be in thebest interest of the student, both intellec-tually and socially.Home Study or Unaccredited HighSchools. An individual who is a graduateof a private, parochial, or other nonpublichigh school which is not accredited by arecognized accrediting agency is eligiblefor admission to the University if:1. The student has graduated from high

school or a home study program, and2. The student has attained an ACT com-

posite score of 22 or higher, or a totalSAT composite score of 1020 orhigher, and

3. The student has satisfied the highschool curricular requirements ascertified by the school official or, ifhome study, the parent.

Correspondence Study Enrollment.Admission to the University is not re-quired for enrollment in correspondencework. However, academic credit for cor-respondence work will not be applicabletoward a degree until the student hasbeen formally admitted to the Universityand has secured the approval of theappropriate academic officer for suchcredit.Non-degree Option. Students who wishto enroll in courses without intending topursue a degree may be permitted toenroll in up to nine credit hours withoutsatisfying admission requirements. If astudent wishes to enroll in additionalcourse work (over the nine hours al-lowed) he or she will be required to sat-isfy admission requirements.

Concurrent Enrollment as a HighSchool Student.

1. A senior student enrolled in an accred-ited Oklahoma high school may, if heor she meets the requirements below,be admitted provisionally as a specialstudent.a. attain an ACT composite score of 22

or higher or a total SAT score of1020 or higher, or

b.achieve a current cumulative highschool grade-point average of 3.00or higher on a 4.00 scale and rank

scholastically among the top one-third of his or her graduating class.

c. be eligible to complete requirementsfor graduation from high school(including curricular requirements forcollege admission) no later than thespring of the senior year, as attestedby the high school principal. Stu-dents must also provide a letter ofrecommendation from their counse-lors and written permission from theirparents or legal guardian

2. An eleventh grade student enrolled inan accredited Oklahoma high schoolmay be admitted provisionally as aspecial student, if he or she meetsrequirement 1.c. above, and the addi-tional requirements listed below.a. attain an ACT composite score of 25

or higher or a total SAT score of1130 or higher; or

b. achieve a current cumulative highschool grade-point average of 3.50or higher on a 4.00 scale.

3. A student receiving high-school-levelinstruction at home or from anunaccredited high school may beadmitted provisionally as a specialstudent if he or she meets requirement1.c. above and the requirements be-low:a. 17 years of age or older and achieve

an ACT composite score of 22 orhigher or a total SAT score of 1020or higher; or

b.be 16 years of age and haveachieved a composite score of 25 orhigher on the ACTor a total SATscore of 1130 or higher.

A high school student admitted as aconcurrent student may enroll in a com-bined number of high school and collegecourses per semester not to exceed afull-time college work load of 19 semestercredit hours. For purposes of calculatingwork load, one high school credit courseis equivalent to three semester credithours of college work. For calculation ofworkload for students in "blocked"courses, contact the Office of Admis-sions.

A student who is otherwise eligibleunder this policy may enroll in a maxi-mum of nine semester credit hours dur-ing a summer session, without the neces-sity of being concurrently enrolled in highschool classes during the summer term.The completion of the high school cur-ricular requirements shall not be requiredof concurrently enrolled high schoolstudents for purposes of admission.However, students may only enroll incurricular areas where they have met theassessment requirements for collegeplacement. Concurrently admitted highschool students will not be allowed to


InternationalAdmission

International students are required tomeet academic performance standardswhich are equivalent to those establishedfor all nonresident applicants.Application Procedure. For purposes ofadmission, an international student isdefined as "a student who is, or will be, inthe United States on a non-immigrantstudent visa." This specifically refers tothe Student (F) and Exchange Visitor (J)visas. All international students are con-sidered nonresident students. The Uni-versity will process the International Stu-dent Application and Financial Guaranteeform for undergraduate admission (fresh-man and transfer) only after all the follow-ing items have been submitted:1. Application for Admission and a fee of

U.S. $25.00 made payable to OSU.2. One official or certified true copy of

each academic record with a certifiedEnglish translation. Students enrolledat U.S. institutions may have certifiedtrue copies of their foreign records sentby their current institution. Academicrecords may comprise one or more ofthe following:a. Secondary school records (yearly

mark sheets or transcripts).b. Records from each college or uni-

versity attended (yearly mark sheetsor transcripts).

c. National examination results.3. An official Test of English as a Foreign

Language (TOEFL) with a minimumscore of 500 on the paper-based ex-amination or a 173 on the computer-based examination taken within the lasttwo years.

4. Documented evidence of financialsupport.

Freshman Admission (InternationalStudents). For the purpose of determin-ing admission, a freshman student is onewho has earned fewer than sevensemester hours of college-level credit.Students completing their secondarylevel education outside of the U.S. arerequired to meet equivalent U.S. highschool performance standards. Studentswho have not earned any college-levelcredit should refer to the "FreshmanAdmission" section for nonresidents ofOklahoma. Students who have earnedone to six semester hours of college-levelcredit should refer to both the "FreshmanAdmission" and the "Transfer Admission"sections for nonresidents of Oklahoma.Transfer Admission (InternationalStudents). For the purpose of determin-ing admission, a transfer student is onewho has earned seven or more semesterhours of college-level credit. Students

student teaching and graduation. Thisrequirement is consistent with state stan-dards for students who complete profes-sional education programs and seeklicensure in the state of Oklahoma. Thecriteria for students who are Oklahomaresidents wishing to transfer into theCollege of Education must meet, or ex-ceed, the following standards:

Total Hours Minimum GPAAttempted Requiredfewer than 31 hours 1.7531 through 45 hours 2.00over 45 hours 2.50

For additional information, see "Admis-sion Requirements" in the "College ofEducation" section.

Nonresidents of OklahomaStudents may transfer to Oklahoma

State University from outside the stateaccording to the following criteria:1. Transfer students seeking admission to

OSU from colleges or universities ac-credited by the North Central Associa-tion or other regional associations willbe given full recognition of their creditsearned providing:(a) They are in good academic stand-

ing at the institution from whichthey are transferring, and

(b) They have a cumulative grade-pointaverage of 2.00 or higher (on a4.00 scale) for all college-levelwork attempted.

(c)They meet the curricular require-ments listed in the "Freshman Ad-mission" section, or haveremediated any curricular defi-ciency.

2.Transfer students who have earnedbetween seven and 23 hours of col-lege-level credit must satisfy bothfreshman admission requirements (see"Freshman Admission" section) and therequirements listed in 1. above.

3. Transfer students seeking admission toOSU from colleges or universities notaccredited by a regional associationmay be given full recognition for theircredits earned when the credit is ap-propriate to the students' degree pro-grams and after OSU has validated thecourses through examination. To beadmissible, applicants must meet theconditions above.

College of Education (Nonresidents ofOklahoma). The College of Educationrequires a minimum 2.50 GPA for admis-sion to Professional Education, studentteaching and graduation. This require-ment is consistent with state standardsfor students who complete professionaleducation programs and seek licensurein the state of Oklahoma. The criteria fornonresident students wishing to transferinto the College of Education must meet,or exceed, the following standards:

Total Hours Minimum GPAAttempted Requiredup to 45 hours 2.00over 45 hours 2.50

For additional information, see "Admis-sion Requirements" in the "College ofEducation" section.Pre-engineering (Nonresidents of Okla-homa). Engineering is a competitiveprogram; therefore, enrollment prefer-ence is given to Oklahoma residents. Inaddition to the above requirements, anonresident of Oklahoma applying foradmission to pre-engineering must meetrequirements determined by the Collegeof Engineering. These requirements mayexceed those required for residents ofOklahoma. (See "Admission Require-ments" in the "College of Engineering,Architecture and Technology" section.)Transfer Probation. Any transfer studentfalling slightly below the admission re-quirements listed above may be consid-ered for admission on probation.English Proficiency Requirement. Allnew applicants for undergraduate studyfor whom English is a second languageare required to present a minimum pa-per-based score of 500 or a minimumcomputer-based score of 173 on the Testof English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL).Readmission. A student who has at-tended OSU but was not enrolled duringthe immediate past semester (except thesummer session) must file an updatedApplication for Admission. A student whohas enrolled in another college or univer-sity since last attending OSU, must sub-mit a transcript from each school. Admis-sion status will be determined after anevaluation of the previous work has beenmade.

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Immigration Issues. The Immigrationand Naturalization Service (INS) requiresthat international students file a statementwith the University showing adequatefinancial support for their education. OSUhas its own financial guarantee form thatinternational students need to completeas a requirement to receive the I-20 orIAP-66. Oklahoma State University hasalmost no financial assistance for interna-tional students.

Students should not plan to financetheir education with employment. Stu-dents who are maintaining their immigra-tion status, and making appropriateprogress toward their degrees are eli-gible to apply for on-campus Universityemployment for 20 hours per week. How-ever, students should take into consider-ation that campus employment opportu-nities are limited. Students holding F-1 orJ-1 visas are almost never permitted byINS to work outside of the Universitycampus, and can be deported from theUnited States if they are found to be inviolation of this regulation.

Students must notify INS when transfer-ring from one U.S. institution to another.Students with F-1 status transferring fromanother U.S. institution must have his orher I-20 processed for transfer by theOffice of International Students andScholars at OSU within 15 days of thefirst enrollment. The student with J-1status should contact the foreign studentadviser at his or her current institutionand the Office of International StudentServices at OSU.

It is the student's responsibility to ob-tain the correct visa and to maintain his orher status while in the United States.Conditions that apply to F-1 or J-1 statusare summarized on the I-20 and IAP-66,and are explained in detail during themandatory international student orienta-tion program. If a student is out of status,or has questions regarding INS regula-tions and OSU procedures, he or sheshould contact the Office of InternationalStudents and Scholars at OSU.

It is the responsibility of each interna-tional student to understand and abideby the INS regulations affecting his or herstay in the U.S.

Beginning theEnrollment ProcessEnrollment Information. After admis-sion is granted, all students will receivedetailed enrollment information. The fallsemester enrollment process for fresh-men is completed during scheduledorientation sessions conducted on cam-pus during the summer. Parents arewelcome and are encouraged to partici-

who have earned fewer than 24 semesterhours of college-level credit should referto both the "Freshman Admission" and"Transfer Admission" sections for nonresi-dents of Oklahoma. Students who haveearned 24 or more semester hours ofcollege-level credit should refer to the"Transfer Admission" section for nonresi-dents of Oklahoma.

In evaluating college-level credit forcourse work completed outside of theU.S., OSU requires that the institutionwhere the credit was earned and theprogram of study be recognized as ter-tiary level through the standards set bythe country where the institution is lo-cated. OSU evaluates semester credithours and grades earned based on U.S.equivalency standards.Readmission (International Students).An international student who has at-tended OSU but did not attend OSU theimmediate past semester must file anupdated Application for Admission andan updated Financial Guarantee. A stu-dent who has attended another collegeor university since last attending OSUmust submit a transcript of all work at-tempted after leaving OSU. If thestudent's grade-point average meetsminimum University and departmentstandards, and his or her disciplinaryrecord is satisfactory, he or she will bereadmitted to OSU.College of Education (InternationalStudents). The College of Educationrequires a minimum 2.50 GPA for admis-sion to Professional Education, studentteaching and graduation. This require-ment is consistent with state standardsfor students who complete professionaleducation programs and seek licensurein the state of Oklahoma. The criteria forinternational students wishing to transferinto the College of Education must meet,or exceed, the following standards:

Total Hours Minimum GPAAttempted Requiredup to 45 hours 2.00over 45 hours 2.50

For additional information, see "Admis-sion Requirements" in the "College ofEducation" section.Engineering Program Admission (Inter-national Students). Engineering is acompetitive program; therefore, enroll-ment preference is given to Oklahomaresidents. In addition to the above re-quirements, an international studentapplying for admission to pre-engineer-ing must meet requirements determinedby the College of Engineering. Theserequirements may exceed those requiredfor residents of Oklahoma. (See "Admis-sion Requirements" in the "College ofEngineering, Architecture and Technol-ogy" section.)

pate in the enrollment process with thestudent.Physical Examination. All new studentsare required to complete a physical ex-amination. OSU Board of Regents policyallows two options to satisfy this require-ment: the student may complete a HealthRisk Assessment (HRA) furnished byOSU during the first semester; or thestudent may go to a physician of choiceat his or her expense, have a physicalexam, and submit the physical examreport to the Seretean Wellness Center.

New students will automatically bebilled $20.00 for the HRA during the firstsemester of enrollment. Students exercis-ing the second option will have the feewaived upon receipt of their physicalexam forms at the Seretean WellnessCenter by the eighth week of the semes-ter.Immunizations. A record of immuniza-tions must be submitted by each newstudent by the sixth week of the semes-ter. This requirement includes proof ordocumentation of vaccination formeasles—two doses of measles vaccine,mumps, polio, rubella, and tetanus—diphtheria.

Students will receive the Medical His-tory and Immunization Record at enroll-ment, or students may contact UniversityHealth Services.Tuberculosis Testing. All new studentsat OSU are required to comply with atuberculosis (TB) testing policy. Thispolicy affects all students based on resi-dency and health status. All students whomeet the criteria below must provideevidence of having been tested for tuber-culosis within the six months prior tocoming to OSU or during the first semes-ter of attendance:


a. currently holding a visa from the U.S.Immigration Service;

b.being a U.S. citizen presently or previ-ously residing outside the U.S.;

c. having a health or medical conditionthat suppresses the immune system;

d.knowing of exposure to someone withactive tuberculosis disease.To comply with the testing requirement,

the student must provide a medicalrecord in English from a physician, clinicor hospital indicating having been testedfor tuberculosis or provide documenta-tion of a negative chest x-ray within theprevious six months. These records mustinclude the date of the test(s) and theresults of the test(s). The student must:a. have the following procedure for the

skin test using 1.1 ml of Purified ProteinDerivative, (Mantoux), solution intrader-mally to the inner forearm. Results mustbe read within 48-72 hours of adminis-tration and must include measurementof redness and induration in mm.

orb.submit to a TB skin test at the OSU

Student Health Center during the firstsemester at OSU.

orc. provide a medical record indicating

successful treatment for TB disease.The student should be aware that the

BCG vaccination does NOT exempt thestudent from the testing requirement.

ResidenceClassification forPurposes of Admissionand Fees

(See also "Admission-Withdrawal"section of the "Academic Regulations.")

The admission requirements to Okla-homa State University may vary for resi-dents and for nonresidents of the state;therefore, prospective students shoulddetermine their residence status beforeexamining the admission requirements.Although the following policy statement isnot necessarily inclusive of all regulationsgoverning the classifications of residentand nonresident students for the purposeof fee payment, it should, nevertheless,be of assistance to most students indetermining their residence status. Ad-ministration of the state's residencepolicy as it applies to Oklahoma StateUniversity students is designated to theOffice of Admissions. Questions concern-ing interpretation of the policy should bedirected to the admissions director for aruling.

Independent Persons: Independentpersons are those enjoying majority privi-leges (are legally emancipated from theirparent(s) or guardian) and who are re-sponsible for their own care, custody andsupport.Dependent Persons: Dependent per-sons are those under the care, custodyand support of their parent(s) or otherlegally sanctioned parental surrogates.Full-time Students: Full-time students arethose enrolled in a minimum of 12 credithours per semester in an academic year,or a minimum of six credit hours during asummer session.

Residence Status Criteria.

Independent Student Criteria: Studentswho have achieved majority privileges(are 18 years of age or older), can pro-vide adequate proof of independencefrom parental or legal guardian domicile,and have come to Oklahoma with theintention of establishing domicile, may begranted residence classification at thenext enrollment period after the expirationof 12 consecutive months following theestablishment of domicile in Oklahoma.Spouses must establish proof of resi-dence on a separate basis.

In addition to the aforementionedcriteria, independent students seekingreclassification as residents of Oklahomamust meet the following criteria for thecurrent and immediately preceding year:1. The student must not have been

claimed as an exemption for state andfederal tax purposes by his or hernonresident parent(s).

2. The student must prove self-support asevidenced by having provided themajority of funds for his or her own up-keep.

3. The student must have maintained acontinuous residence in Oklahoma forat least 12 months.

Dependent Student Criteria: For thepurpose of establishing residence status,the legal residence of dependent stu-dents is that of their parent(s) or legally-appointed guardian. Dependent studentsmay become independent through mar-riage, formal court action, abandonmentby parents, or positive actions demon-strating separation from the parent'sdomicile. Students who can provideadequate proof of complete emancipa-tion, and have come to Oklahoma withthe intention of establishing domicile maybe granted residence classification at thenext enrollment period after the expirationof 12 consecutive months following theestablishment of domicile in Oklahoma.International Student Criteria: An indi-vidual who is not a citizen of the UnitedStates may become eligible for

Regulations governing the residencestatus of students are the responsibility ofthe Oklahoma State Regents for HigherEducation and apply to all colleges anduniversities of the Oklahoma State Sys-tem of Higher Education.

Basic Principles Governing Residence.

1. Attendance at an educational institu-tion is interpreted as temporary resi-dence; therefore, a student neithergains nor loses residence status solelyby such attendance.

2. A nonresident student attending anOklahoma college or university onmore than a half-time basis is pre-sumed to be in the state primarily foreducational purposes.

3. An individual is not deemed to haveacquired status as a resident of Okla-homa until he or she has been in thestate for at least a year primarily as apermanent resident and not merely asa student. Likewise, an individual clas-sified as a resident of Oklahoma shallnot be reclassified as a nonresidentuntil 12 months after having left Okla-homa to live in another state.

4. All married persons shall be treated asequal under this policy. Therefore,each spouse in a family shall establishhis or her own residence status on aseparate basis. Exceptions include(a) when a nonresident marries analready-established resident of Okla-homa, the nonresident may be consid-ered a resident after documentation ofthe marriage and proof of domicile aresatisfied, and (b) as provided underthe "Full-time Professional Practitioneror Worker" provision.

5. The burden of proof of residence sta-tus or domicile shall be upon the appli-cant. Students filing an appeal forreclassification of his or her residencestatus shall do so on forms provided orapproved by the Oklahoma State Re-gents for Higher Education.

6. Initial classification as a nonresidentstudent shall not prejudice the right ofa person to be reclassified thereafterfor subsequent semesters or terms ofenrollment as an Oklahoma residentprovided proof of residence can beestablished.

Definition of Residence Terms.

Residents of Oklahoma: Residents ofOklahoma are those who have livedcontinuously in the state for at least 12consecutive months and whose domi-ciles are in Oklahoma. Students' domi-ciles are their permanent homes—theplaces where they intend to remain andare expected to return. Students canhave more than one residence, but onlyone domicile.

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ALPHA ProgramALPHA is the fall orientation program

designed for all students new to Okla-homa State University. It is coordinatedthrough the Office of Student Affairs. Theprogram is a combined effort of the Uni-versity and the local community to pro-vide a sense of belonging and well-beingfor new students. ALPHA provides anopportunity for new students to begin theprocess of adjusting to the Universityenvironment prior to the arrival ofupperclass students. The ALPHA experi-ence encourages students to becomeaware of the services, resources, andpeople available to them and to begin todevelop peer relationships. ALPHA be-gins on the Friday before classes start inAugust. Specific information is mailedduring the summer months to all newstudents who have been admitted.

Continuing StudentsStudents currently enrolled at OSU

may enroll for the subsequent semesterduring specified periods of the currentsemester. Priority for these enrollmentperiods addresses the needs of studentsin relation to graduation proximity, withpriority based on number of hoursearned. Prior to the specific enrollmentperiods, students and academic advisersconsult regarding course selections.Advisers clear all students for enrollmenton the computer. Advisers may sign aTrial Schedule form for students wishingto enroll in the Sectioning Room of theStudent Union, or students wishing toself-enroll may do so on the Internet. Anoverdue account with the University willprevent completion of the enrollmentprocess.Priority Enrollment. Currently enrolled/continuing students register for summerand fall classes during the latter part ofthe preceding spring semester, and forspring classes during the latter part of thepreceding fall semester. In order to facili-tate access to courses required for timelydegree completion, a student's priority forenrollment generally follows academicclass level with seniors having the high-est priority. Some exceptions to this basicpriority may be necessary to accommo-date bona fide student needs, such as aspecial priority for physically disabledstudents. The Office of Academic Affairsdetermines enrollment priorities, andenrollment schedules and priorities arepublished in the Schedule of Classeseach semester.

Late EnrollmentA student is permitted to enroll during

the first week of a semester or throughthe third day of a summer session or on

Enrollment andRecordsC. Wesley Holley, University

RegistrarJoan M. Payne, Assistant RegistrarLinda Testerman, Administrative

AssociateAda Davis, Coordinator, Athletes'

EligibilityLinda S. Gambill, Coordinator,

Enrollment ServicesLori Morris, Coordinator, Fee

AdjustmentsLinda J. Bentley, Coordinator,

PublicationsShirilyn Dehls, Coordinator, Student

RecordsPaula M. Barnes, Coordinator,

Veterans' EligibilityLinda Sanders, Specialist, Degree

AuditsCarol Dobson, Support Specialist

Student EnrollmentEnrollment is the process whereby

students are counseled by academicadvisers regarding course selection andplacement, and the subsequent schedul-ing of those courses. A student must beadmitted to the University prior to theenrollment process. (See "Entering theUniversity.") All new freshman and trans-fer students are required to submit anadvance fee payment prior to participa-tion in the enrollment process.

First-time Students(Freshmen and Transfer)

The fall enrollment and orientationperiod for new freshmen takes placeduring the summer months, while enroll-ment for new transfer students begins inthe spring. New students receive infor-mation about these programs after beingadmitted to the University. Enrollment andorientation activities include career coun-seling, academic advising and courseselection, and an introduction to campusfacilities and services. During the pro-gram, students meet with academicadvisers who are available to assist in theplanning of academic programs and theexploration of interest areas. Parents areencouraged to participate in these pro-grams.

classification as an Oklahoma residentprovided that he or she holds permanentresident status as defined by the Immi-gration and Naturalization Service, evi-denced by the documents required un-der applicable federal law, who hasresided in Oklahoma for at least 12 con-secutive months and who meets thecriteria for establishment of domicile.Military Personnel: Students enrolled atOklahoma State University while on full-time active duty in the Armed Forces areconsidered to be temporary residents inthe state; therefore, they neither gain norlose resident status. Members of theArmed Forces stationed in Oklahoma,their spouses, and dependent childrenmay be admitted without payment ofnonresident tuition so long as they con-tinue to be stationed in the state in full-time military service and under militaryorders.Full-time Professional Practitioner orWorker: An individual who provides evi-dence of having come to Oklahoma topractice a profession on a full-time basis,conduct a business full-time, or work on afull-time basis shall be declared an Okla-homa resident along with his or herspouse and dependent children so longas he or she continues in such full-timeemployment capacity.


the first day of a summer short course. Astudent enrolling late will pay a late en-rollment fee. The late enrollment fee willnot be charged on or prior to the first dayof a summer short course.

Identification CardsAs part of the enrollment process,

each new student is issued a photo iden-tification card. This card, along with thecurrent fee receipt, establishes thestudent's identity as an OSU student andauthorizes access to certain Universityfacilities. Lost or stolen identificationcards will be replaced at a nominal feewith proper photo identification from thestudent.

Change of ScheduleAdding Courses. Approval of thestudent's adviser is required for adding acourse. The end of the first week of aregular semester or the third class day ofa summer session is the last day acourse may be added (nonrestrictive). Ashort course may be added no later thanthe first day of the short course. Withinstructor approval, a course may beadded during the second week ofclasses of a regular semester or thefourth or fifth day of a summer session(restrictive).Dropping Courses. Dropping refers tothe dropping of one or more courseswhile remaining enrolled in at least onecourse for a given semester. Coursesmay not be dropped without the approvalof the student's academic adviser.

At any time prior to the end of thesecond week of a regular semester or thefirst week of a summer session, or duringthe proportionate period for block or shortcourses, a student may drop a course,and no record of the course will appearon the student's academic record.

Beginning with the Fall 1998 semester,after the deadline for dropping with norecord, but prior to the end of the 12thweek of a regular semester or the sixthweek of a summer session, or proportion-ate periods for block or short courses, astudent may drop a course and thegrade of "W" (dropped) will be recordedon the student's academic record.

After the 12th week of a regular se-mester, or the sixth week of a summersession, or proportionate periods forblock or short courses, a student may notdrop a course and will be assigned onlythe grade of "A", "B", "C," "D" or "F," or,when appropriate "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," or"X" by the instructor at the end of thesemester. (Exceptions to this policy maybe allowed by petition due to extraordi-nary circumstances. The petition processis initiated in the student's dean's office.

A petition requires the signatures of thestudent's instructor, adviser and deanwith the grade of "W" or "F" assigned bythe instructor.)

A student may not drop any course inwhich a formal charge of academic dis-honesty is pending against the student. Ifthe student is absolved of the formalcharge, he or she may drop the coursewith either a "W" or "F," (according to thedrop grade policy), appearing on theacademic record. If the student is foundguilty, the instructor may take appropriatedisciplinary action, including assigningthe grade "F" for the assignment or thecourse.

Withdrawing from theUniversity

Withdrawing refers to withdrawing fromall courses for which a student is enrolledfor a given semester. The withdrawalprocess is initiated in the student'sdean's office. The student should appearin person, request an official withdrawal,and hand carry the form to the appropri-ate offices to complete the process. If thestudent is unable to appear in person,the request for withdrawal may be initi-ated through the mail or by phone to thestudent's dean's office. Beginning withthe Fall 1998 semester, a student whowithdraws prior to the end of the 12thweek of a regular semester or the sixthweek of a summer session, or proportion-ate periods for block or short courses,will receive a grade of "W" (withdrawn) onthe student's academic record. A studentwho withdraws after the 12th week of aregular semester or the sixth week of asummer session but prior to "Pre-finalsWeek," will receive a grade of "W" (with-drawn) or "F" (failing) as assigned by theinstructor of each course. The grade of"W" or "F" will be recorded on thestudent's academic record and the gradeof "F" will be calculated in the grade-pointaverage.

After the beginning of "Pre-finalsWeek" a student may not withdraw fromthe University and will be assigned onlythe grade of "A," "B," "C," "D," or "F" or(when appropriate) "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U,"or "X" by the instructor of each course atthe end of the semester or summer ses-sion.

Vehicle Registration andParking Regulations

Any vehicle driven on the campus ofthe University by an OSU student shouldbe currently registered with the Depart-ment of Public Safety. When a vehicle isregistered, the student will be given anOSU vehicle registration decal at no cost.The decal is solely for the purpose of

registration and does not afford the stu-dent on-campus parking privileges.

Each student is allowed one paidparking permit. The parking permit fee ischarged to a student's OSU account. Inorder to obtain a parking permit, thefollowing items should be presented tothe OSU Police Department: a completedVehicle Registration form, student I.D.,and, if living in a residence hall, a Resi-dence Hall contract.

Parking permits for motorcycles, mo-tor-propelled bicycles and scooters maybe purchased, and such permit holderswill be provided special parking areas.

Bicycle registration may be obtainedwithout charge, an advantage in theevent the bicycle is stolen or lost. Whenbicycles are recovered by the OSU Po-lice, they are checked against bicycleserial numbers maintained in the registra-tion files for return to the rightful owners.

A copy of the OSU Parking Rules andRegulations is available from the ParkingOffice, 104 USDA Building, located atFarm Road and Orchard Street. (Internetaddress is www.osupd.okstate.edu.)

Veteran ServicesOklahoma State University maintains a

full-time office of veteran services for theconvenience of veterans and their de-pendents. OSU is an approved institutionfor students to receive education benefitsby the Department of Veteran Affairs(DVA). Information and assistance isavailable for completion of appropriateforms necessary to apply for educationbenefits. The DVA has specific require-ments regarding course work and atten-dance; contact the veterans representa-tive for further information. The office islocated in the Office of the Registrar,322 Student Union.

Faculty and StaffEnrollment in UniversityCourses

Employees may audit courses aftersecuring an audit form and paying one-half the general fee. Any individual 65years or older may audit a class at nocharge.Faculty. Permanent (tenure track), full-time (100%) members of the faculty mayenroll for credit in one course per semes-ter or a maximum of five hours duringnormally scheduled working hours andpay one-half the general and activity feesin effect at that time. Exceptions may bepermitted only with approvals of thedepartment head, dean and appropriatevice-president. If enrollment does notexceed one course, only the departmenthead's approval is needed to receive a

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Access to Records. No other informationregarding students' educational recordsmay be disclosed to anyone withoutwritten consent of students, except to"school officials" who have a "legitimateeducational interest" in the student.

Students, or parents of dependentstudents, may inspect and review theireducational records. Some form of photoidentification must be displayed beforeaccess to educational records will beallowed. Parents of a dependent studentmay challenge denial of access by pro-ducing the most current copy of InternalRevenue Form 1040.Definitions. "Educational Record" refersto those records which are directly re-lated to a student and are maintained byan educational institution.

"Directory Information" includes:student's name; local and permanentaddresses; electronic mail addressesassigned or provided by the institution orprovided to the University by the student;telephone number; date and place ofbirth; major field of study; weight andheight of students participating in offi-cially recognized sports; dates of atten-dance at Oklahoma State University;degrees, honors, and awards granted orreceived; academic classification suchas freshman, sophomore, junior, senior,etc.; sex; educational institutions previ-ously attended; degree(s) held, date(s)granted, and institution(s) granting suchdegree(s); dissertation or thesis title;adviser or thesis adviser; participation inofficially recognized organizations, activi-ties, and sports.

"School official" is defined as an indi-vidual currently serving as a member ofthe Oklahoma State University Board ofRegents or classified as faculty, adminis-trative, or professional, and the staff suchschool officials supervise. "Legitimateeducational interest" is defined as aninterest which results from the dutiesofficially assigned to a school official andwhich are related to such a schoolofficial's responsibility for facilitating thestudent's development.

1. Student's full name (include maiden orother name if applicable).

2. Student I.D. number.3. Birthdate.4. The last semester the student

attended.5. Whether the current semester grades

and degree are to be included when atranscript is ordered near the end of asemester.

6. Full names of the recipients of thetranscripts, whether they are agencies,colleges, or individuals. Completemailing addresses should also beincluded.

7. Student's signature. (This is thestudent's authorization to release therecords to the designee.)A student having delinquent financial

obligations to the University will not begranted a transcript.

Copies of transcripts from other institu-tions cannot be furnished.

Students' Rights to PrivacyThe Family Educational Rights and

Privacy Act of 1974 (Buckley Amend-ment) was designed to protect the pri-vacy of educational records, to establishthe right of students to inspect and re-view their educational records in all of-fices, and to provide guidelines for thecorrection of inaccurate or misleadingdata through informal and formal hear-ings.

An OSU student has the right to:1. Inspect and review information con-

tained in his or her educationalrecords.

2. Challenge the contents of the educa-tional record.

3. Have a hearing if the outcome of achallenge is unsatisfactory.

4. Submit an explanatory statement forinclusion in the educational record, ifthe outcome of the hearing is unsatis-factory.

5. Secure a copy of the institutionalpolicy, which includes the location ofall educational records.

6. Prevent disclosure, with certain excep-tions, of personally identifiable informa-tion from the educational record.

Withholding Disclosure of Informa-tion. Currently enrolled students maywithhold disclosure of directory informa-tion. A student may file with the Office ofthe Registrar a written request not torelease directory information. The Univer-sity assumes that failure on the part ofany student to specifically request thewithholding of directory information indi-cates individual approval for disclosure.

fee waiver. If the employee is enrolled inmore than one course, the employee'sdean and vice-president must also giveapproval for a fee waiver. Some coursestaught through extension and correspon-dence study are excluded. For moreinformation, refer to the Policy and Proce-dures Letters.Administrative/Professional and Clas-sified Staff. Permanent, full-time (100%)active status staff members who meet theacademic requirements of the Universitymay enroll for credit and pay one-half thegeneral and activity fees in effect at thattime. Enrollment in University courseswhich meet during the staff member'snormal working hours will be limited toone course or a maximum of five hours.There is no limit on the number ofcourses a staff member may enroll inafter normal working hours. If enrollmentdoes not exceed one course, only thedepartment head's approval is needed toreceive a fee waiver. If the staff memberis enrolled in more than one course, hisor her dean and vice-president must alsogive approval for a fee waiver. Somecourses taught through extension andcorrespondence study are excluded. Formore information, refer to the Policy andProcedures Letters.

Official Records

Grade ReportsReports of the grades of all students

are compiled and released shortly afterthe end of each semester by the Office ofthe Registrar. These reports are madeavailable to the students, the students'advisers and the students' deans.

Official TranscriptsAll official transcripts of students' aca-

demic records at OSU are prepared andreleased by the Office of the Registrar.The official transcript includes the aca-demic record, both undergraduate andgraduate. It contains the signature of aUniversity official and the official, im-printed seal of the University. Primaryusage of the official transcript is for appli-cation for transfer to other academicinstitutions and for employment pur-poses.

Transcripts of academic records at theUniversity may be ordered in person, bymail from the Office of the Registrar, or bysigned fax, Transcripts Section, 322Student Union, Oklahoma State Univer-sity, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74078-1013.Official transcripts will not be availableuntil approximately one week after finalexaminations. Requests should includethe following:


Costs

Fees and TuitionIt is extremely important that students

carefully consider the total financing oftheir education, from the entering term tothe completion of the degree. If financialhelp will be needed beyond those fundswhich the student or the family is able toprovide, the student should make thenecessary applications for financial as-sistance well in advance of enrollment.Students should pay particular attentionto early deadlines for application forgrants, scholarships, work-study, andPerkins Loans. While the needs andresources of each student differ, theUniversity can provide a general list offees and expenses normally encoun-tered.

Students are given information at thetime they complete their enrollment onthe procedures and deadlines for pay-ment of tuition and fees. (See "FinancialObligations" elsewhere in the Catalog.)

The required fees and nonresidenttuition for Oklahoma State University arelisted below. General fees and nonresi-dent tuition are based on level of course.All course offerings are listed by four-digitnumbers with the first digit indicatinglevel of course. Lower-division coursesare all courses with the first digit 0through 2. Upper-division courses are allcourses with the first digit 3 or 4. Gradu-ate-division courses are all courses withthe first digit 5 or above.

The figures that follow are for the 2001-2002 academic year. These fees aresubject to change without notice, asprovided by University, Board of Re-gents, and OSRHE policies.

Oklahoma ResidentsLower-division courses

$65.25 Resident tuition$5.63 Student activity fee$1.00 Student assessment fee$7.30 Facility fee$2.25 Library resources fee$5.00 Technology fee*

$86.43 Total per credit hour$2.00 The Daily O'Collegian fee

per semester$54.00 Student health services

fee per semester**$5.00 Records maintenance fee

per semester

Upper-division courses$69.55 Resident tuition$5.63 Student activity fee$1.00 Student assessment fee$7.30 Facility fee$2.25 Library resources fee$5.00 Technology fee*




per semester

Graduate-division courses$92.00 Resident tuition$5.63 Student activity fee$7.30 Facility fee$2.25 Library resources fee$5.00 Technology fee*




per semester

Nonresidents of OklahomaLower-division courses

$65.25 Resident tuition$5.63 Student activity fee$ 1.00 Student assessment fee$7.30 Facility fee$2.25 Library resources fee$5.00 Technology fee*

$148.20 Nonresident tuition$234.63 Total per credit hour

$2.00 The Daily O'Collegian feeper semester

$54.00 Student health servicesfee per semester**

$5.00 Records maintenancefee per semester

Upper-division courses$69.55 Resident tuition$5.63 Student activity fee$1.00 Student assessment fee$7.30 Facility fee$2.25 Library resources fee$5.00 Technology fee*




$5.00 Records maintenance feeper semester

Graduate-division courses$92.00 Resident tuition$5.63 Student activity fee$7.30 Facility fee$2.25 Library resources fee$5.00 Technology fee*




$5.00 Records maintenance feeper semester

*College of Engineering, Architecture, Technologystudents pay $19.00 per credit hour.**Students enrolled in six or fewer hours pay $7.00,without use of medical services.

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Fees for Special ServicesAll students pay special fees each

semester to contribute to the bettermentand general welfare of the campus com-munity. The activity fee provides partialsupport to such programs, services andorganizations as the Student GovernmentAssociation, collegial student councilsand related student organizations, AlliedArts, fine arts, athletics, intramural activi-ties and sports clubs, minority studentorganizations, and the Student ActivitiesOffice. User's fees, other fund-raisingactivities, and, in some cases, member-ship dues provide the remaining supportto make these positive, constructive, andmeaningful programs and services avail-able to all students.

The assessment fee provides for skillsassessment and evaluation of students'capabilities at various stages of theiracademic careers, and to get feedbackfrom students regarding their coursework.

Students regularly enrolled in theUniversity are assessed facility, healthand activity fees that entitle them to usethe Student Union, the Colvin PhysicalEducation Center, and the Health Clinic,and that provide support for studentgovernance, organizations and pro-grams. Certain groups of students inspecial courses may be on campus forvery short time intervals or may be re-quired by the University to reside off-campus for the entire semester. Suchstudents will not be charged health andactivity fees when enrolled (1) only in aspecialized course(s) offered for a spe-cial-interest group and not in any othercourse(s) in the University or (2) in acourse(s) which requires that the studentreside off the campus for the entire se-mester or summer session (medicaltechnology, geology and forestry summercamps). Such courses typically are of-fered at unusual times and presented in aconcentrated curriculum format. Otherextenuating circumstances may because to consider denying use of andcharge for these facilities or participationin activities sponsored by these fees.

The library resources fee defrays thecost of equipment, software, and otheraspects related to operating the on-linecomputerized library service.

The technology fee provides for themaintenance of existing facilities, and theexpansion and development of centraland collegiate facilities, software, andmultimedia capabilities. This fee is appor-tioned between a central (University) feeand a college fee; all courses arecharged the central fee (per semestercredit hour) and the college fee (persemester credit hour) based on the rate

College of VeterinaryMedicineOklahoma Residents

$3,252.70 Resident tuitionper semester

$45.00 Student activity fee persemester (athletic)

$2.15 Student activity fee percredit hour

$12.50 Cultural and recreationalservices fee per semester

$.25 Student senate speakersfee per credit hour

$68.80 Facility fee per semester$3.00 Facility fee/recreation

per credit hour$2.25 Library resources fee per

cr. hr.$15.00 Technology fee per credit

hour$2.00 The Daily O'Collegian fee



per semester$171.15 Resident fee per

credit hour (less than 15hours)

Nonresidents of Oklahoma$3,252.70 Resident tuition

per semester$45.00 Student activity fee per

semester (athletic)$2.15 Student activity fee per

credit hour$12.50 Cultural and recreational

services fee per semester$.25 Student senate speakers

fee per credit hour$68.80 Facility fee per semester$3.00 Facility fee/recreation

per credit hour$2.25 Library resources fee per

cr. hr.$15.00 Technology fee per credit

hour$6,858.60 Nonresident tuition per

semester$2.00 The Daily O'Collegian fee



per semester$360.95 Resident fee per

credit hour (less than 15hours)

**Students enrolled in six or fewer hours pay $7.00,without use of medical services.

College of Veterinary Medicine stu-dents who repeat course work will becharged an amount per credit hour forOklahoma residents and nonresidents.Nonresidents will also be charged non-resident tuition per credit hour.

College of OsteopathicMedicine(2000-01 acad.yr.)Oklahoma Residents

$9552.00 Resident tuitionper year

$84.00 Student activity feeper year

$100.00 Student computerlaboratory fee per year

$330.00 Student curriculummaterials and laboratoryfee (first year) ($220.00second year)

$92.00 Student health servicefee per year

$100.00 Student liability insurancefee per year (maximum)

$130.00 Hepatitis vacine (firstyear)

$1.50 Library technical fee percredit hour

Nonresidents of Oklahoma$24,244.00 Nonresident tuition

per year$84.00 Student activity fee per

year$100.00 Student computer labora-

tory fee per year$330.00 Student curriculum

materials and laboratoryfee (first year) ($220.00second year)

$92.00 Student health servicefee per year

$100.00 Student liability insurancefee per year (maximum)

$130.00 Hepatitis vaccine(first year)

$1.50 Library technical fee percredit hour


Other ExpensesBooks and supplies used by the stu-

dent are available in the Student UnionBookstore at reasonable prices and maybe charged to the student's Bursar ac-count. Additional incidental and personalexpenses such as clothing and entertain-ment will depend upon the individualstudent.Sponsored International Students. It isthe long-established practice of Okla-homa State University to charge a specialadministrative/management/program-ming fee for sponsored internationalstudents who need extra assistance and/or whose sponsors have indicated arequirement for supplementary assis-tance. This assistance is beyond thescope of the regular University programestablished for domestic students. Thecustomary fee is $275.00 per semester. Itis the established practice and policy ofthe University to charge appropriateamounts for such items as special train-ing, research costs, enrichment, neces-sary travel and transportation, and othercosts as may be required to provide acomplete and appropriate program ofeducation for sponsored internationalstudents. The Office of International Stu-dents and Scholars is designated tocoordinate, expedite, and administer allaspects of procedures pertaining to suchprograms of education and training.Sponsors should direct all matters to theUniversity's Office of International Stu-dents and Scholars, 076 Student Union.Electronic mail may be sent [email protected]. The fax num-ber is (405) 744-8120.

Fee Policy for Faculty andStaff

The facility fee, the Daily O'Collegianfee and the student health center fee arewaived for permanent, full-time facultyand staff. These employees are eligibleto enroll for credit or audit courses andbe charged fees at the rate of one-halfthe amount charged other students underthe University fee waiver policy (one-halfthe general fee, for auditing only, andone-half the activity fee). To be eligibleunder this fee policy, an employee-stu-dent must submit a completed Requestfor Faculty-Staff Fee Waiver form to theOffice of the Registrar prior to the begin-ning of classes. If the form is not on fileprior to the beginning of classes, thestudent will not be granted the waiver infees.

Any individual 65 years or older mayaudit a class at no charge.

approved for the college that teaches thespecific course.

Students enrolled in seven or morehours per semester will be assessed ahealth services fee that includes a fee forcomprehensive health and pharmacyservices. Health and pharmacy servicesare available to students enrolled in six orfewer hours if the student chooses to paythe full fee.

The records maintenance fee providesfor the basic graduation cost, the mainte-nance of the academic record system,and issuance of official transcripts.

Special Class ChargesIn certain courses, special services,

supplies or equipment may be used.Costs for these are not normally coveredby fees, tuition or departmental operatingbudgets, and, therefore, the cost is in-curred by the student. Special chargesare listed in each semester's classschedule book.

Special FeesAdvanced standing examination fee

Locally developed (no charge)Nationally developed national agencyrate

Application fee for all undergraduate,osteopathic medicine, and graduatestudents $25.00

Audit without credit same as Oklahomaresident tuition

Automobile parking permit (per year):Campus residents $44.00Off-campus residents $54.00

Graduation fees:Fourth-year osteopathic

medicine $15.00Master's thesis binding

fee each $40.00 Doctoral dissertation binding

fee each $60.00 Dissertation microfilming fee each

$50.00Health risk assessment fee for first-time

students $20.00International student status maintenance

fee:per semester $25.00per summer session $20.00

Late enrollment fee:after classes begin $25.00

RemedialSupplementary fee $24.00(per credit hour, in addition to thegeneral fee)

Fee Policy for GraduateAssistants

The University will waive the nonresi-dent tuition for graduate assistants em-ployed at least one-fourth time in instruc-tion, research or extension. Such waiverwill include the summer term immediatelyfollowing employment as a graduateassistant for the spring semester, eventhough the student is not employed forthat summer term.

RefundsRefunds and deposits that may be due

a student will be first applied to encum-brances owed to the University.

Drop Fee PolicyA student dropping a course prior to

the end of the second week of a regularsemester or the first week of a summersession will receive a 100 percent refundof fees. No refund of fees will be given forcourses dropped after the second weekof a regular semester or the first week ofa summer session.

Withdrawal Fee PolicyA student withdrawing from the Univer-

sity during the first two weeks of a regularsemester or during the first week of asummer session will receive a refund offees. The percentage of fees to be re-funded:Prior to the third week of a semester or

the second week of a summersession—100 percent

After the second week of a semester orthe first week of a summer session—0 percentA student withdrawing from a short

session will receive a refund during thefirst one-eighth of the session. Title IVrecipients follow federal refund guide-lines.

Repayment PolicyFinancial aid is considered to be used

first for direct educational costs (tuitionand fees) and, if the student is in Univer-sity housing, for room and board. There-fore, if a student financial aid recipientwithdraws and is eligible for a refund oftuition and fees and/or room and board,all or part of this refund will be used toreimburse the Title IV financial aidprogram(s) up to the amount of assis-tance that the student received from theprogram(s).

If a student receives cash from finan-cial aid in excess of non-institutional

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costs, part of this aid may be required tobe repaid; the amount of the repaymentdepends upon how many weeks thestudent was enrolled and the amount ofaid received.

When there are multiple disburse-ments of aid, the assumption is made thatthe first disbursement(s) is used to payinstitutional charges. Therefore, if cash isdisbursed, the cash is derived from thelast disbursement(s) prior to the dis-bursement of cash.

A detailed policy can be obtainedfrom the Office of Scholarships and Fi-nancial Aid.

Fee Refund Policy forStudents Entering MilitaryService

If a student enters military serviceduring the term in which he or she isenrolled and has not completed sufficientwork for receiving grades, but is in goodstanding academically, the University willwaive enrollment fees for the studentduring the term in which he or she re-enrolls after military service has beencompleted. The amount of the fee waiveris equal to the amount of fees paid for thesemester during which withdrawal oc-curred. If the University finds that it is notfeasible to waive the enrollment fees, itwill make a refund to the student of thefull amount of fees paid.

If a student enters military serviceduring the term and is not in good aca-demic standing at the time, the regularfee refund policy of the University ap-plies.

Residential Area RatesAll rates are approved by the OSU

Board of Regents and are subject tochange. The rates listed below wereeffective for the academic year 2000-2001.

Residence Halls, DeluxeSuites, Apartments

Men's HallsMen's HallsMen's HallsMen's HallsMen's Halls Women's HallsWomen's HallsWomen's HallsWomen's HallsWomen's HallsBennett BennettKerr DrummondIba IbaParker ParkerWentz WentzWillham South Willham North

Men's DeluxeMen's DeluxeMen's DeluxeMen's DeluxeMen's Deluxe Women's DeluxeWomen's DeluxeWomen's DeluxeWomen's DeluxeWomen's DeluxeSuitesSuitesSuitesSuitesSuites SuitesSuitesSuitesSuitesSuites

Bennett Suites Bennett SuitesPatchin-Jones Patchin-Jones

Men'sMen'sMen'sMen'sMen's Women'sWomen'sWomen'sWomen'sWomen'sApartmentsApartmentsApartmentsApartmentsApartments ApartmentsApartmentsApartmentsApartmentsApartments

Kamm, Kamm,Peterson-Friend Peterson-Friend

Meal Plan Charges Semester Charge

375 passes/semester $1,364.00325 passes/semester $1,285.00250 passes/semester $1,127.00175 passes/semester $982.00100 passes/semester $600.00Room Rent Charges. All areas provide atelephone instrument, local phone ser-vice and cable TV in each room. Singlerooms are available in all halls.Kerr, Drummond, Willham North andSouth, Parker, Iba Residence Halls (Air-conditioned, room cable TV, computerjack, local phone service.)

Semester Charge Single Room $1,581.00Double Room $1,098.00Bennett Residence Hall (Room cableTV, local telephone service.) Semester Charge Single Room $1,071.00Double Room $920.00Wentz Hall (Air-conditioned, room cableTV, computer jack.)

Semester ChargeSingle Room $1,643.00Double Room $1,143.00

Bennett Apartments(Air-conditioned, room cable TV, com-

puter jack, and are open continuouslyfrom the beginning of the fall semester tothe end of the spring semester).

The Bennett Apartments are availablefor men and women. The apartmentsrange from two bedroom, two bath and aliving room for three or four residents, totwo bedrooms, or a living room and onebedroom with bath for two residents. Torequest an apartment the student shouldwrite Bennett Apartments as one of thehall choices.Per Person Semester Charge2 Per Bedroom $1,236.00 1 Per Bedroom $1,602.00

Jones (9 month contract only) andPatchin Suites (academic year or 12month contract). (Air-conditioned, cableTV, computer jack, local telephone ser-vice).Per Person Semester Charge

Academic Yr.2 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $1,430.001 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $1,690.00 12 month2 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $1,316.001 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $1,555.00Kamm, Peterson-Friend Apartments.(Air-conditioned, cable TV, computerjack, local telephone service, kitchen,washer and dryer).Per Person Semester Charge

Academic Yr.1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $1,827.001 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth (unfurn) $1,767.001 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $2,158.00 12 month1 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth $1,681.001 Per Bdr/4 Bdr, 2 Bth (unfurn) $1,624.001 Per Bdr/2 Bdr, 2 Bth $1,985.00

University ApartmentsRates include a telephone instrument

and local phone service in each apart-ment. Basic cable TV service is includedin the rent.

The University operates apartments tohouse married and single parents, and alimited number of single graduate andupperclass students. Priority is given tofamilies and graduate students. Individu-als should apply eight to 10 months inadvance to assure choice of apartments.

Furnished apartments include coffeetable, end or corner table, one tablelamp, a love seat, two occasional chairs,a nightstand, double or single beds asneeded, and a study desk.

The following 2000-2001 rates includeall utilities (gas, water, electricity andlocal digital telephone service.)

(unfurnished) Monthly ChargeRate 1 Apartments (AC optional) $416.75

(Williams, 12-15, Prossor areas)Air conditioning, optional $65.00Apartment furnishings, optional for all

apartments $28.00Rate 2 Apartments (AC optional) $432.88(West, Stevens, Demaree areas)Rate 3 Apartments (AC included)

$510.28(Williams, 101-105, Brumley areas)


Many students are sponsored throughvarious scholarships from organizationsor foundations other than OklahomaState University. Typically the sponsoringorganization sends scholarship fundsdirectly to Oklahoma State University inthe name of the student. These funds aredeposited to the student's account andused to pay any costs associated withattending Oklahoma State University.Unless specifically designated by theorganization, one half of the scholarshipwill be held as a payment toward fallsemester charges, and one half will bedesignated to the spring term.

If an organization sends scholarshipfunds directly to the student, it is recom-mended that the student deposit thosescholarships at the Oklahoma StateUniversity Office of the Bursar. Thesefunds will be used to pay any costs asso-ciated with attendance at the Universityor so designated by the organizationissuing the scholarship.

Some organizations require a billinginvoice from Oklahoma State Universitybefore a scholarship is issued on behalfof the student. If this is the case, the Of-fice of the Bursar must be notified beforethe first day of the semester with thename and address of the organization,expected scholarship amount, and anyrequired information that the organizationmay need in order to issue payment.

The Office of the Bursar may be con-tacted at:113 Student Union(405) 744-5993http://www.okstate.edu/oavpc/bursar/

[email protected]

not relieve the student from the financialobligation, any finance charges, andother penalties that may occur if theaccount is not paid by the monthly duedate.

All tuition fees (required and optional)associated with the student's enrollmentare due in the Office of the Bursar nolater than 4:30 p.m. on the 15th day ofeach month following billing. Fall semes-ter fees are due by September 15, springsemester fees are due by February 15,and summer session fees due dates varydepending on the session.

All delinquent accounts will accrue aninterest penalty at the rate of 1.5 percentmonthly (19.56 APR). Any charges in-curred by the University in an effort tocollect on delinquent accounts will beassessed to and will be the responsibilityof the account holder. Delinquent ac-count information is disclosed to creditreporting agencies, which could endan-ger the student's credit rating on a localor national level.

Accounts must be cleared before thestudent can obtain the release of anyrecords, obtain a transcript, receive adiploma, or enroll at Oklahoma StateUniversity for subsequent semesters.Students having difficulty in meeting theirfinancial obligations should contact theOffice of the Bursar for assistance.

It is the policy of the University to applyall financial aid to the student's account,withhold an amount equal to all chargesshowing on the student's account for thesemester (fees, tuition, housing, etc.) andthen refund the balance. Your refundmay be issued through electronic directdeposit upon request. OSU complies withthe U.S. Department of Education, rulesand regulations in accordance with TheFederal Student Financial Aid Handbookinstructions.

Estimated TotalExpenses for Students

An estimated budget (based on 2000-2001 figures) for an undergraduate stu-dent at OSU is as follows:

Resident

Tuition and Fees $1,170.00(Based on 14 credit hours)

University Housing and Board $2,225.00(Based on average, freshman, resi-dence hall charges)

Textbooks and Supplies $435.00Ave. Misc. Personal Expenses $1,405.00Total Per Semester $5,235.00

Nonresident

Tuition and Fees $3,200.00(Based on 14 credit hours)

University Housing and Board $2,225.00(Based on average, freshman, resi-dence hall charges)

Textbooks and Supplies $435.00Ave. Misc. Personal Expenses $1,405.00Total Per Semester $7,265.00

Financial ObligationRobert E. Dixon, BursarLaurie Beets, C.P.A., Assistant

BursarJohn C. Smith, Manager, Bursar

SystemsRosemary M. Stallbaumer, Assistant

Director, Student Loans/DebtManagementEnrollment at Oklahoma State Univer-

sity incurs certain obligations and com-mitments on the part of an individualstudent, one of which is the student'sresponsibility to pay in a timely mannerall financial amounts owed to the Univer-sity.

In order to remain in good financialstanding with the University, and therebycontinue to participate in its educationalprograms, services and benefits, a stu-dent must meet all financial obligationsincurred at the University on or before thedue dates. Students with financial difficul-ty should immediately contact the Officeof the Bursar for assistance and guid-ance.

Fees and tuition will appear on theregular monthly statement mailed to thestudent's local address or specifiedbilling address. Students are responsiblefor ensuring the university maintains anaccurate mailing address. Address up-dates may be accomplished via theInternet address (http://prodosu.okstate.edu/) or at the Office ofthe Bursar. Failure to receive a bill does

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Leadership AwardsThrough the President's Distinguished

Scholarship, the OSU Foundation pro-vides awards ($8,800) for the highschool graduates with superior aca-demic and leadership skills.

The President's Leadership Councilconsists of approximately 100 freshmanleaders who study a special curriculumin leadership seminars and receivescholarships ($1,500).

Other OSU ScholarshipsBoth undergraduate, graduate and

professional students are encouraged toexplore other scholarship opportunitiesthat may be offered by the various col-leges and academic departments atOSU. The Office of Scholarships andFinancial Aid and the student academicservices office of each college are ex-cellent resources for specific scholar-ship information.

Federal Aid ProgramsStudents who need financial assis-

tance to attend college are encouragedto consider the many types of financialaid available through the OSU Office ofScholarships and Financial Aid. Theseprograms include scholarships, grants,loans, and part-time jobs.

Financial aid at OSU is awarded onthe basis of demonstrated financial need.Each student who wishes to be consid-ered for need-based assistance shouldcomplete the Free Application for Fed-eral Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit it tothe processing center as soon afterJanuary 1 as possible to receive aid forthe succeeding academic year. FAFSApackets are available at the Office ofScholarships and Financial Aid as wellas at most colleges and high schools.Early application is encouraged due tothe high demand for available money.

Students can apply for assistance bysubmitting the paper FAFSA or they canfile electronically by accessing the U.S.Department of Education's "FAFSA on theWeb" application site (www.fafsa.ed.gov).

An analysis of the FAFSA is used todetermine demonstrated need for fed-eral, state, and institutional programssuch as Federal Pell Grants, FederalSupplemental Educational OpportunityGrants (FSEOG), Oklahoma Tuition AidGrants (OTAG), Federal Perkins Loans,William D. Ford Federal Direct Loans,Federal Work-Study (FWS), and tuitionwaivers.

There are also programs available forstudents who do not demonstrate finan-cial need. A number of tuition waivers

Scholarships andFinancial AidCharles W. Bruce, Senior DirectorPatrick Kennedy, Associate Director,

Administrative ServicesJulie Berg-Mattson, Associate

Director, ProgramsDavid Wilson, Assistant Director/

Upward Bound DirectorRandy James, Coordinator, Direct

LoansMargaret Betts, Coordinator,

Information ServicesCathy Bird, Coordinator, Records

ManagementWilma White, Coordinator, ReportsSandra Dearing, Coordinator,

ScholarshipsKim Bradley, CounselorTonya Chapman-Jones, CounselorKaren Finley, CounselorLinda Millis, CounselorLori Wieder, Counselor

Tuition WaiversTuition waivers are awarded to under-

graduate and graduate students on thebasis of both demonstrated financialneed and academic achievement.Awards range from approximately $800to $2,000 per year for Oklahoma resi-dents. Freshman waivers (single andmulti-year) are awarded to entering stu-dents who have attained a high scholas-tic standing in high school. Transferwaivers are offered each year to out-standing students transferring from two-and four-year colleges to OSU. Appli-cants should apply by February 1 forpriority consideration.

Tuition waivers for upperclass stu-dents are awarded each year to continu-ing OSU students who have completed atleast 24 credit hours and who have out-standing academic records.

Graduate students should contacttheir academic departments and theGraduate College regarding applicationprocedures and scholarship deadlines.

Nonresident students entering OSUshould also inquire about policies forwaivers of out-of-state tuition. Suchawards are possible based on thestudent's academic accomplishments,the student being the child or grandchildof an OSU alum, or the student being amember of a Native American tribebased in Oklahoma.

are awarded solely on the basis of aca-demic achievement, for which standard-ized test scores and high school andcollege grade-point averages are usedas awarding criteria.

The Federal Direct Parent Loan forUndergraduate Students (PLUS) Programand the William D. Ford Federal DirectUnsubsidized Loan allow graduate stu-dents and independent undergraduates,as well as parents of dependent under-graduates, to borrow funds to meet edu-cational expenses.

To be considered for financial aid, astudent must:1. Demonstrate financial need, except for

some loan and scholarship programs.2. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citi-

zen.3. Be enrolled as a degree or certificate-

seeking candidate, including a pro-gram of study abroad.

4. Meet minimum satisfactory academicprogress standards.

5. Have a high school diploma or GED.6. Not be in default on any federal loan,

not have borrowed in excess of theallowable limits and not owe a refundto any federal grant program (includingthe Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grant pro-gram).

7. Be prompt in responding to any re-quests for additional information madeby the Office of Scholarships and Fi-nancial Aid.Students and parents are invited to

contact the Office of Student FinancialAid for information regarding financialassistance programs or to make an ap-pointment with a financial aid counselorto discuss specific eligibility require-ments. The office has information aboutprograms and services available on theWorld Wide Web (www.okstate.edu/finaid/).

Teacher EducationCertification

To receive financial assistance, stu-dents who are classified by the GraduateCollege as special students and who arealso pursuing Teacher Education certifi-cation must be enrolled in a requiredprogram for elementary or secondaryteacher certification or recertification inOklahoma (must be required to teach);and be enrolled in at least six hours inthe fall or spring semesters or three hoursin the summer term.

Teacher education students are eli-gible to apply for consideration in Fed-eral Work-Study, Oklahoma Tuition AidGrant (OTAG), Federal Perkins Loan, andDirect Loans (Subsidized andUnsubsidized). The maximum Direct


awarded to applicants who demonstratethe most financial need.

Oklahoma Tuition Aid Grants areawarded to eligible Oklahoma residentswho may apply by correctly completingthe FAFSA. Grant amounts are deter-mined by the applicant's enrollmentstatus, demonstrated need, and by theavailability of funds. Students are notifiedof their eligibility and award amounts bythe Oklahoma State Regents for HigherEducation, not by OSU.

Federal Work-StudyThis program is designed to help

students meet their educational ex-penses through part-time employment.The Office of Scholarships and FinancialAid determines award amounts on thebasis of financial need. While all FederalWork-Study student employees are paidat least the current federal minimumwage, the actual rate of pay depends ontheir qualifications and the types of jobsthey hold.

Eligible students may be employed byany participating office or department atOSU or at an off-campus, non-profitagency. The community service agen-cies must meet federal and OSU regula-tions, including being nonprofit or gov-ernmental agencies whose services areavailable to everyone, regardless ofability to pay. While working in positionsdirectly related to their curricula, studentsform strong links with the community.

Student LoansOSU has several loan funds for stu-

dents who need financial assistance.These funds are available to studentswho meet the eligibility requirements ofthe various programs and are makingsatisfactory progress in their collegework.

Institutional loans include short- andlong-term loans. The short-term loanprogram provides up to a maximum of$300 per semester (less a $10 servicecharge) for the purpose of meeting edu-cationally-related expenses which arenot charged to a student's Universityaccount. Students are billed for the loanthrough the Office of the Bursar on thebilling statement of the month in whichthey apply. Applications must be made inperson at the Office of Scholarships andFinancial Aid.

Long-term loan programs consist ofthe Federal Perkins Loan, William D.Ford Federal Direct Subsidized andUnsub-sidized Loans and the FederalDirect Parent Loan for UndergraduateStudents (PLUS).

Loan eligibility for teacher educationstudents is $5,500 in the SubsidizedLoan. Independent students may havean additional $5,000 of eligibility in theUnsubsidized Loan. At no time may thestudent borrow more than the cost ofattendance minus any other financialaid.

Due to the unique nature of theTeacher Education program, studentsare encouraged to schedule an appoint-ment with a financial aid counselor todiscuss the required documentationneeded for financial aid eligibility.

Prerequisite Course Workfor Admission to aGraduate Program

To be considered for federal assis-tance, students generally must be en-rolled in a recognized academic pro-gram leading to a degree or certificate.However, if a student is enrolled at leasthalf-time in course work that is requiredfor admission to a graduate program atOSU, the student may be eligible for loanconsideration for one calendar year (12months) beginning on the first day of theloan period.

Students are only eligible for FordFederal Direct Loan consideration. Fed-eral law sets the maximum SubsidizedLoan eligiblity at $5,500 for course worknecessary to enter a graduate program;independent students may also qualifyfor an additional $5,000 in UnsubsidizedLoan. At no time may the student borrowmore than the cost of attendance minusany other financial aid.

Preparatory students who wish to beconsidered for assistance should sched-ule an appointment with a financial aidcounselor to discuss their particularcircumstances.

GrantsUndergraduate students who have not

completed their first undergraduate de-gree are eligible to apply for the FederalPell Grant and Federal SupplementalEducation Opportunity Grant. Under-graduate and graduate students who areOklahoma residents are eligible to applyfor the state grant program, the Okla-homa Tuition Aid Grant.

Federal Pell Grant eligibility is deter-mined by the U.S. Department of Educa-tion by using a congressionally-ap-proved formula.

Federal Supplemental EducationOpportunity Grants are awarded to stu-dents who demonstrate financial need asreflected in the FAFSA. Funding in thisprogram is limited and is usually

The rate of interest on a FederalPerkins Loan during the period of repay-ment is five percent simple interest perannum on the unpaid balance. Fundingin this program is limited and is awardedto applicants who demonstrate signifi-cant financial need.

The rate of interest on the William D.Ford Loan varies for first-time borrowers,but cannot exceed 8.25 percent. Therate of interest on a Federal Direct ParentLoan is variable but cannot exceed 10percent.

Scholar Developmentand RecognitionBob Graalman, DirectorGail Gillilan, Senior Unit Assistant

Some outstanding OSU students arecompetitive for a wide range of presti-gious national and international scholar-ships at the end of their undergraduatecareers, such as the Rhodes, Marshall,Truman, Goldwater, Udall, and others. Inaddition, there is a host of lesser-knownbut still valuable opportunities that re-quire students to prepare competitiveapplications.

This newly-established office at OSUmonitors student progress, providesimportant information, supplies support,and plans courses and activities that canlead to success in these areas. Inter-ested students can contact the office toinquire about opportunities and strate-gies; often faculty will nominate candi-dates who have been performing at ahigh level academically and displayingother qualities through leadership andcommunity service. Early identification offreshmen and sophomores is especiallyimportant in order for the student to gainthe most from these programs.

Additionally, as an incentive for thekinds of students who are consideredOSU's best and brightest, the Lew WentzFoundation has provided substantialprivate funding to OSU for several schol-arship programs that are managed in thisoffice. The programs are:1. Wentz Projects - an opportunity for

outstanding undergraduates to planand perform high-level research underthe dirction of a faculty mentor ($4,000each);

2. Wentz Scholarships - traditionalawards based on academic excel-lence and well-rounded campus ac-tivities ($2,500 each);

3. Wentz Humanities Scholarships -various awards for students in English,history, foreign languages, philosophy,and related scholarly disciplines;

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4. Wentz Education Scholarships - vari-ous awards for those intending tobecome teachers inprimary and sec-ondary school situations.Please contact this office for informa-

tion on programming.

Student Services

Residential LifeBob Huss, Senior Director of

Residential LifeEddie Denman, Assistant Director of

Residential Life–Administrative andBusiness Services

Carol Hackerott, Assistant Director ofResidential Life

Doug Hallenbeck, Assistant Directorof Residential Life

Dave Stoddart, Assistant Director ofResidential Life

The Department of Residential Lifeexists to aid its residents' academicpursuits. Students who live on campusgraduate faster and maintain highergrades than their off-campus counter-parts. The Department of Residential Lifeprovides on-campus housing for morethan 5,000, and a dining service pro-gram, available to all students and staff,that is nutritional, convenient and enjoy-able. All freshmen are required to live oncampus. Exceptions can be made forone of the following reasons: being mar-ried; being 21 years of age or older; livingwith parents in Stillwater or the surround-

ing area; being a veteran; living in afraternity or sorority house (sororitypledges generally live in residence hallsdue to limited sorority house space); orhaving completed 27 credit hours. Ex-ceptions must be requested in writing,and approved by the Department ofResidential Life.

All accommodations are rented on acontract date priority basis. Prospectivestudents' applications and contracts areencouraged to be sent in nine monthsbefore the desired occupancy in order toreceive the preferred on-campus hous-ing location.

Residence Halls, DeluxeSuites, and Apartments

OSU residence halls, deluxe suitesand apartments offer a variety of livingaccommodations: air-conditioned apart-ments in Peterson-Friend and Kamm, air-conditioned deluxe suites in Bennett,Patchin and Jones, air-conditioned resi-dence hall rooms in Iba, Kerr-Drummond, Parker, Wentz, and WillhamNorth and South. Traditional non-air-conditioned residence hall rooms areavailable in Bennett. Patchin, Kamm andPeterson-Friend provide year-roundhousing. Students who need continuoushousing should request Patchin, Kammor Peterson-Friend. Bennett does notclose for academic year breaks, but isclosed for the summer. Wentz and Ibaare available for students who aresophomores or above. Parker is openonly to students active in the HonorsProgram.

The Department of Residential Lifeemphasizes the development of interper-sonal skills by having the staff teachleadership, group development, personalinteraction, and study skills in noncreditseminars and credit classes. Theseprograms are the formal aspect of help-ing students become involved in theresidential area. Residence halls, suitesand apartments and dining centers offernumerous opportunities for student lead-ership. More than 500 students are in-volved in planning and leading educa-tional, recreational and social activitieswithin the residence halls, suites andapartments.

Residential area living is relativelyinexpensive. Over $1,400 per year issaved by the average student living inresidence halls, suites and apartmentsversus living off campus. Residentialarea rates include all utilities, telephone,cable TV and computer jacks except inBennett. The 325 passes per semestermeal plan costs approximately $3.64 permeal. The in-hall laundry facilities areconvenient and economical as is the on-campus parking. Residential area rates

rarely increase during the academicyear.

Students are offered several lifestyleoptions. The Independent Living Centersof Iba and Wentz provide more studentresponsibility including a 24-hour visita-tion option.

In every residence hall, deluxe suiteand apartment there is a well-trainedprofessional staff to coordinate the day-to-day operations of the building, as wellas student staff whose primary function isto see that students benefit educationallyfrom their residential area living experi-ence. Each floor or wing has a live-instudent staff member (resident assistant)responsible for assisting and guiding theresidents. Resident assistants/communityfacilitators are undergraduate studentsspecially trained in all aspects of resi-dential area living with the experienceand knowledge to answer questions andact as an adviser for student governmentand programs.

Students may choose from five differ-ent meal plans, (freshmen are required totake at least 175 passes per semester)depending on their individual needs.Some non-freshman students choose notto be on the meal plan. A variety of offer-ings are available in the four dining cen-ters (Bennett, Kerr-Drummond, Scott-Parker-Wentz, and Willham.) Any studentmay eat any meal in any of the four din-ing centers. Each dining center offers aunique menu. Specialty menus includedelicatessen, health club, country cook-ing, Italian, fast food, Mexican, wok cook-ing, and others. These specialty plansvary as the students' needs change. Apizza restaurant and a conveniencestore are housed in Kerr-Drummond, anda bakery in Scott-Parker -Wentz. Dining isavailable more than 16 hours a day.

For more information, contact theDepartment of Residential Life, Okla-homa State University, Iba Hall, Stillwater,Oklahoma 74078.

Mobility Impaired StudentHousing

All residence halls and many univer-sity apartments offer some housing forstudents who have impaired mobility.Upon notification, the Department ofResidential Life routinely modifies roomsand apartments to meet an individual'sspecial needs. This modification maytake several months, so advance notifi-cation is critical.

University ApartmentsMore than 700 all-brick apartments

are available within walking distance ofall classrooms and the library. Theseapartments serve students in the follow-


ing priority: families, single graduatestudents, and single, upperclass, under-graduate students. Priority for singlestudents is given to those who have livedin the residence halls. All apartments aretwo-bedroom units with optional furnish-ings.

The apartments have attractive out-door surroundings with sidewalks, off-street parking, play areas, and laundryfacilities provided in the University laun-dry and Brumley Apartments.

School bus transportation is providedto the Stillwater Middle School and HighSchool, and one of the elementaryschools. All other schools are within oneand one-half miles of the housing area.

The Family Resource Center, locatedin the University Apartments area, offersa variety of programs to meet the needsof University Apartment residents. Theseprograms vary depending upon theneeds of the clientele as determined bysurveys and individual meetings withresidents. Typical programs have in-cluded: English as a Language classes(ESL), after-school programs, car seatloans, toy library, child care information,and pot luck dinners. The Family Re-source Center (FRC) also has a smallcafe - the World Cup Cafe.

University Apartments provide an on-site staff member, an apartment assistantwho is readily available to the residents.Each apartment assistant has responsi-bility for about 90 apartments. Theassistant's duties include helping resi-dents resolve inter-apartment conflicts,meet neighbors and find appropriatecommunity services. They also provideinformation about the facilities and theUniversity, and provide referrals to appro-priate University offices for residents'needs. The apartment assistant can be avery helpful person for all residents.

For more information contact the Uni-versity Apartments Office, 120 Brumley,Oklahoma State University, Stillwater,Oklahoma 74078.

Students withChildren

Information on child care in theStillwater community is available at thefollowing locations on campus:Family Resource Center —719 N. WalnutNontraditional Student Services — 060

Student Union, Marie Basler, Coordi-nator

Adult Student Organization — 045 Stu-dent Union

University CounselingServicesSuzanne M. Burks, DirectorBaiba Ercum, M.D.Jack Davis, Clinical CounselorConnie Fox, Senior Clinical CounselorRex Finnegan, Senior Clinical

CounselorJudith Gibbons, Senior Clinical

CounselorJoni Hays, Senior Clinical CounselorKim McKay, Senior Clinical CounselorCindy Washington, Clinical

Counselor

The University Counseling Servicesprovides confidential professional per-sonal and career counseling for OSUstudents. Both individual and groupcounseling is available.

Assistance is offered for emotionalproblems, as they affect personal andacademic goals, intellectual functioningor relationships with others. Among thevariety of concerns dealt with in counsel-ing are stress, anxiety, depression, eatingdisorders, substance use/abuse, inter-personal relationships, career counsel-ing, career and personality assessment.Psychiatric consultation is available asneeded.

University Counseling Services alsoassists students with problems, con-cerns, and experiences relating to edu-cational difficulties; i.e. study habits,unusual test-taking stress, lack of motiva-tion, or attitudes related to school.

University Counseling Services oper-ates the Career Resource Center. Thecenter provides walk-in assistance forOSU students. It contains books, hand-outs and computerized resources oncareers, study strategies, scholarshipand graduate school searches, resumes,cover letters and job search develop-ment strategies.

A broad range of developmental andproactive programming is offeredthrough University Counseling Servicesin outreach and service to living groups,organizations and academic classes.

Minimal fees are assessed for indi-vidual and group counseling, for certaintests, for specific programs or workshopsand for some career assessments. De-pending upon the need, tests and otherUniversity services may be used in con-junction with counseling.

All information regarding appoint-ments and content of counseling isstrictly confidential.

The University Counseling Services isan accredited member of the Interna-

tional Association of Counseling Ser-vices, Inc.

Student Disability ServicesMike Shuttic, Coordinator

Student Disability Services (SDS)offers academic support services tostudents with disabilities. SDS is commit-ted to providing assistance to studentsthat will facilitate the academic progressand independence of each individualstudent. Appropriate services are deter-mined on an individualized basis andmay include academic advisement,specialized testing, recorded textbooks,classroom access, assistive tech, andother services based on disability-relatedneed. Students must initiate a request forservices by contacting Student DisabilityServices.

University HealthServicesSteve Rogers, C.H.E., M.B.A.,

DirectorMichael W. Strange, M.D., Medical

Director

Oklahoma State University is as inter-ested in the student's physical and emo-tional well-being as it is in his or herintellectual and cultural development.Good health will not guarantee aca-demic success, but it will help; whilepoor health, either physical or emotional,can impair both the academic and theextracurricular career.

The OSU Health Services maintains astaff of full-time physicians, mental healthprofessionals, nurses, laboratory, phar-macists and x-ray technicians, and othernecessary supportive and ancillary per-sonnel who make a specialty of provid-ing the best possible care at the leastpossible expense for the student. Alongwith this full-time help, there are part-timespecialists in psychiatry and radiology.

The University Health Services is anambulatory primary care, facility, de-signed to provide cost-effective, physi-cian-directed health care to students. Afee is charged to cover direct costs onlaboratory, x-ray, pharmacy and electiveservices. In the event a medical condi-tion exists that is beyond the scope of theservices offered, referrals can be madeto a family physician, or a local physicianin Stillwater. Emergency services areoffered by Stillwater Medical Center 24hours a day.Health Requirements. All new studentsare required to provide an immunization

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history and to comply with guidelinesregarding tuberculosis testing; specifi-cally,

all students born after 1957 must pro-vide documentation of having had twomeasles immunizations, (MMR), andall students must provide documenta-tion of having been immunized fortetanus within the previous 10 yearsand having been immunized for polio,diphtheria and pertussis.Students meeting the following criteria

must provide a record of having a nega-tive tuberculosis skin test (PPD) within sixmonths of arrival at OSU, or, if the TB skintest is positive, must provide a negativechest xray: students who:

are visa holders,are U.S. citizens currently or previouslyresiding outside the U.S.,have a medical condition that sup-presses the immune system,are known to have been exposed totuberculosis.Refer to the Immunization and Health

History form for specific guidelines andinformation. Failure to comply with theseguidelines may affect future enrollment.

For more information contact the Uni-versity Health Services, 1202 West FarmRoad, Oklahoma State University,Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078.

MulticulturalDevelopment andAssessment CenterHoward Shipp, DirectorPete G. Coser, CoordinatorLiza Longoria, CoordinatorTeresa Newson, Coordinator

The Multicultural Development andAssessment Center (MDAC) is a compre-hensive support service for African-American, Hispanic, Native Americanand Vietnamese-American students. Theprogram provides educational and per-sonal growth opportunities to enhancethe university experience for minoritystudents matriculating at Oklahoma StateUniversity. Support services are providedthrough one-to-one counseling, groupcounseling, outreach programs, aca-demic skill development programs, andtutoring. The following areas of studentdevelopment are emphasized: academicdevelopment, personal adjustment/de-velopment, motivation, and career goals.

The MDAC staff work closely withother offices of the University. Theseefforts include direct and indirect assis-tance in the following areas: recruitmentand retention; financial assistance; and

career development and employmentopportunities.

To enhance the social and culturalopportunities for minority students,MDAC staff members serve as a re-source to various minority student groupsand organizations in an advisory or con-sultative capacity. These organizationsinclude: Hispanic Student Association,Afro-American Student Association,Minority Women's Association, NativeAmerican Student Association, Vietnam-ese-American Student Association,American Indian Science and Engineer-ing Society, Burnin' Black Choir, NAACP,Society of Black Engineers, Techniciansand Architects, the Black Greek organi-zations, and the Society of HispanicProfessional Engineers.

SpecialPrograms,Services andFacilities

Special Programs

The Honors CollegeRobert L. Spurrier, Jr., DirectorK. Celeste Campbell, Assistant

DirectorSarah Phelps, Honors Academic

CounselorDiana Watkins, Honors Academic

CounselorOklahoma State University is an active

member of the National Collegiate Hon-ors Council and the Great Plains HonorsCouncil. The Honors College is com-posed of a university-wide General Hon-ors component and specialized upper-division components at the departmentalor college levels. The Honors Collegeprovides academically talented studentswith the opportunity to study, conductresearch, and exchange ideas in anexciting and supportive academic envi-ronment. Honors sections are offered inmany general education courses, andspecial honors seminars and interdisci-plinary honors courses also are avail-able. Honors classes are taught by out-standing faculty members, and theclasses are small in size to facilitateactive student involvement.

Completion of the requirements for theGeneral Honors award leads to specialdesignation on the student's OSU tran-script, as does completion of the require-ments for the Departmental or CollegeHonors award in the student's academicmajor. Students who earn a minimum of39 honors credit hours and complete theDepartmental or College Honors award,as well as the General Honors award,with 3.50 OSU and cumulative grade-point averages at graduation, receiveThe Honors College degree, including aspecial entry on their transcripts andspecial honors diplomas.

Additional advantages for active par-ticipants in The Honors College (mini-mum of six honors credit hours per se-mester and 12 honors credit hours foreach two consecutive semesters forfreshmen and sophomores and threehonors credit hours per semester forjuniors and seniors) include use of TheHonors College Study Lounge in theEdmon Low Library (with a computerlab), extended check-out privileges forlibrary materials, early enrollment for thefollowing semester, and an honors hous-ing option in the residence halls.

Admission of new freshmen to TheHonors College is based on an ACTcomposite score of 27 or higher (or com-parable SAT score) with a high schoolgrade-point average of 3.75 or higher.Application forms are included in theOSU Application for Admission. Studentsother than new freshmen may be admit-ted to the program on the basis of theirOSU and cumulative grade-point aver-ages (7-59 hours earned: 3.25, 60-93hours earned: 3.37, 94 or more hoursearned: 3.50).

For additional information about TheHonors College, interested studentsshould consult the director of The Hon-ors College, 509 Edmon Low Library.

Pre-law, Premedicine andOther PreprofessionalPrograms

Students planning to enter a profes-sional school should visit with their advis-ers and consult professional schooladmission and course work requirementslisted in the specific school catalog.Many professional schools select stu-dents with a variety of bachelor's de-grees, although others may require aminimum basic core curriculum of vary-ing length and grade-point average.Information about preprofessional pro-grams is available in such areas asdental hygiene, dentistry, engineering,law, library science, medical technology,medicine, nursing, nutritional sciences,occupational therapy, optometry, osteo-pathic medicine, pharmacy, physical


therapy, physician's associate, radio-logic technology, social work, and veteri-nary medicine. For more information,students should consult their advisers orthe director of student academic ser-vices of the appropriate college.

Bachelor of UniversityStudies

Individualization and flexibility are thefeatures of the program leading to thedegree of Bachelor of University Studies.This program is designed for the goal-directed, motivated and mature studentwho finds that the present degree pro-grams (majors) at the University will notenable the student to attain his or hereducational objectives; it is not intendedfor students whose educational objec-tives are undetermined. The Bachelor ofUniversity Studies degree permits astudent to utilize the total resources of theUniversity available in accomplishingunique educational objectives. Theprogram may or may not prepare a stu-dent for a particular occupation or entryinto a professional school.

A student who believes that his or hereducational objectives can best be ful-filled through a Bachelor of UniversityStudies degree program can obtaininformation on the program from theoffice of student academic services inthe college in which the student is to beenrolled, or in the Office of the ExecutiveVice President (Academic Affairs).

All students who intend to present aprogram for the Bachelor of UniversityStudies degree must enroll in one of thecolleges of the University. The Bachelorof University Studies degree programmust meet requirements stated in the"University Academic Regulations" in theCatalog.

Credit By ExamOklahoma State University Testing and

Evaluation Service is a national test sitefor the College Board's College LevelExamination Program (CLEP). NationalCLEP testing centers offer two kinds ofexaminations: general examinations andsubject examinations. OSU only grantscollege credit for subject examinations.Credit earned through these examina-tions are normally recognized by othercolleges and universities throughout thenation.

OSU grants credit for acceptablescores in the Advanced Placement Pro-gram (AP) as administered by the Col-lege Entrance Examination Board inPrinceton, New Jersey. AP tests aretaken by high school students while inhigh school. High school counselors canbe of assistance in making testing ar-rangements.

OSU awards credit for a limited num-ber of Regents College Examinations(RCE). OSU is not a test site for RCE.Contact the Office of Admissions foradditional information regarding RCE.

Oklahoma State University recognizescredit earned through the InternationalBaccalaureate (IB) Program in a limitednumber of subject areas. Credit will beawarded to students who have takenHigher Level courses through the Inter-national Baccalaureate Program andscored at least a 4 (on a seven pointscale) on the Higher Level course ex-amination. This credit will be awarded ona course-by-course basis.

Military personnel and veterans whowish to establish credit for military train-ing should submit to the Office of Admis-sions a copy of their DD214, (ArmedForces of the United States Report ofTransfer or Discharge) or their DD295(Application for the Evaluation of Educa-tional Experiences During Military Ser-vice), and any certificates of completionfor military schools attended. OSU alsoaccepts credits earned through theDANTES Subject Standardized tests foractive military personnel.

Academic departments on campus atOSU may offer advanced standing ex-aminations in subject areas not offeredby the CLEP or AP. Any currently enrolledstudent whose travel, employment, ex-tensive readings or educational experi-ence appear to have given the studentproficiency in a subject that is offered atOSU, equivalent to the proficiencyordinarily expected of those studentswho take the subject in a regular class,may apply for an examination on thesubject.

A student may apply to take a valida-tion examination for a course taken at aninstitution that OSU does not recognize

as accredited. The dean of the college inwhich the course is offered appoints acommittee of three to construct, adminis-ter and evaluate the examination.

Information pertaining to these exami-nations may be obtained from the Officeof Admissions. See also the "AcademicRegulations" section of the Catalog.

Gerontology InstituteThe Gerontology Institute is housed in

the College of Human EnvironmentalSciences. The Gerontology Institute'smission is to meet the growing demandfor instruction, outreach and researchexcellence in the field of aging. It func-tions as a multidisciplinary programallowing students an opportunity to studyin the field of aging. The Institute providesa university-wide focus in coordinatingdepartmental curriculum in gerontology.

The Gerontology Institute was createdin response to a widespread interest incourse offerings in gerontology. Studentscan receive an M.S. in gerontologythrough natural and applied sciences orthey can pursue a graduate certificate ingerontology. There is also a bachelor'sprogram in gerontology through thedepartments of Sociology and FamilyRelations and Child Development. Doc-toral students can include gerontologyas an area of specialization in their pro-grams.

The Institute sponsors an annual Eth-ics and Aging Conference in the Tulsaarea for professionals and students in thefield of aging.

The headquarters for the SouthwestSociety on Aging, the largest regionalprofessional gerontological associationin the U.S., is located at the Institute. Thispartnership allows students an opportu-nity to network with professionals in thefield of aging.

The Gerontology Institute serves as alink between the University and the com-munity in the field of aging, and sponsorsstudent internships in community agen-cies. The future holds limitless opportuni-ties for the continuance of innovativepartnerships and shared programmingbetween the Gerontology Institute andthe community.

Independent andCorrespondence StudyCharles E. Feasley, Director

Independent and CorrespondenceStudy (I&CS) provides independent studyopportunities to learners whose work,family responsibilities, physical isolation,or closed course sections may precludeparticiation in regularly scheduled classmeetings. I&CS offers over 150 courses

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for college credit and continuing educa-tion units.

Students may enroll in correspon-dence study courses at any time withoutbeing admitted to OSU and take up to ayear to complete course work. Somecourses are also offered as video-as-sisted telecourses or standardized inde-pendent study. For these courses, stu-dents must be admitted to OSU, enrollthrough regular campus registration, andcomplete these courses during onecampus semester.

For more information or enrollment,contact OSU Independent and Corre-spondence Study, 470 Student Union orelectronic mail to [email protected].

National StudentExchange

The National Student Exchange (NSE)enables OSU students to spend a semes-ter or a year at one of over 150 collegesand universities. Students may selectfrom institutions in 47 states of the U.S.,the District of Columbia, and three USterritories. Four Canadian universities inBritish Columbia, Newfoundland andQuebec have also been added to theNSE site offerings. Students pay tuitionand fees to OSU or resident tuition andfees to the host institution, depending onthe plan through which they participate.

Through the NSE, students have ac-cess to designated study abroad pro-grams offered by participating institutionsat resident program fees. The NSE alsoenables students from member collegesand universities to attend OSU whilepaying their own university's tuition andfees or while paying OSU resident tuitionrates. For additional information andapplication materials, contact the StudyAbroad/NSE Office, 072 Student Union,or electronic mail [email protected].

Oklahoma Scholar-Leadership EnrichmentProgram

The Oklahoma Scholar-LeadershipEnrichment Program (OSLEP) is a state-wide academic program designed todevelop scholarship and leadershipabilities of outstanding students. Studentsstudy in intensive, five-day seminars witha distinguished scholar and are selectedfrom Oklahoma's 21 four-year collegesand universities. OSU's sophomore,junior and senior students with a 3.00GPA are eligible to apply. Freshmen whohave demonstrated exceptional aca-demic achievement are also considered.OSLEP seminars carry two hours ofcredit, and the only cost to students is thetuition for two credit hours and a tran-

scholarship is budget based. Informationand applications are available at theCollege of Arts and Sciences StudentAcademic Services Office, 202 Life Sci-ences East. The Department of ForeignLanguages and Literatures, 303Gunderson Hall offers several scholar-ships for language study abroad. Infor-mation on national and regional scholar-ships for study abroad is available in theStudy Abroad Office. Students may oftenuse federal financial aid to offset the costof an academic program abroad.

Information on studying, working orvolunteering abroad is available from theStudy Abroad Office and Library, 072Student Union, or by electronic [email protected].

Special Services

Academic AdvisingAcademic advising is considered a

major function within the University andis student-centered in that it serves thestudent first and foremost and not a par-ticular discipline, department or college.Academic advising is designed to assiststudents in developing their intellectualpotential through effective use of allresources available at the University—academic, cultural and social. Thus, therole of the student's academic adviser is(1) to assist in educational planning,including clarification of career andeducational goals, curriculum planning,and short-term course selection, (2) tobecome aware of and make appropriatereferrals to campus support services,(3) to provide information to prospectivemajors, and (4) to prepare degree plansfor graduating seniors and submit theseto the respective college graduationcertification office.

The advising function is performedwithin each of the undergraduate col-leges and in the Office of University Aca-demic Services. Each college structuresits advising system based upon thecollege's philosophy and perceivedstudent needs. In most colleges, fresh-men and undeclared students are ad-vised through the college's office ofstudent academic services, whereasstudents who have declared majors areadvised by an adviser in their majordepartment.

Each academic dean has establishedan office of student academic services torepresent him or her in matters concern-ing undergraduate students. Students areencouraged to contact their office ofstudent academic services when ques-tions arise regarding advising, academicprograms and requirements, and aca-demic support services.

script fee. The seminars are graded on asatisfactory/unsatisfactory basis and aretransferred to OSU as Pass/Fail. Applica-tion should be made as early in the aca-demic year as possible. Further informa-tion and application materials may beobtained from OSU's OSLEP coordinator,The Honors College, 510 Library.

Semester at SeaSemester at Sea is an opportunity for

OSU undergraduates in good academicstanding to earn a semester of credit in awide range of academic areas whiletraveling around the world on the S.S.Universe. Approximately 50 percent ofthe semester is spent at sea and 50percent in various ports allowing stu-dents to travel and relate experiencesdirectly to the academic program aboardship. Specific information may be ob-tained by contacting the director, 060Student Union.

Study AbroadOSU students can add an international

dimension to their education throughstudy abroad. Students may earn OSUcredit through reciprocal exchanges inmany European countries, as well as inAsia and Latin America. While participat-ing in reciprocal exchange, students paytuiton and fees to OSU.

Students may also earn OSU credit byenrolling in summer and short-term inter-national courses offered by OSU depart-ments and extension units in countriessuch as Australia, England, France,Greece, Italy, Japan, Mexico, and Tur-key.

Students may earn transfer creditthrough participation in pre-approvedstudy abroad programs offered by otherU.S. universities or study abroad provid-ers such as AIFS, CIEE, and ISA. Somestudents choose to enroll directly inuniversities abroad. They may also par-ticipate in non-credit work, internship andvolunteer opportunities.

Most exchanges and study abroadprograms require completion of at least48 credit hours and good academicstanding. Application deadlines for prior-ity consideration for both fall and springsemester reciprocal exchanges, manyfall semester study abroad programs,and short-term international courses areat the end of January or the beginning ofFebruary. Deadlines for spring studyabroad programs are usually in midOctober or early November.

Financial assistance is availablethrough scholarships and federal grantsand loans. Outstanding OSU under-graduates and graduates may apply forthe Baily Memorial Trust Scholarship forstudy abroad in the Liberal Arts. The


The locations of the offices of studentacademic services are:Agricultural Sciences and Natural

Resources–136 Agricultural HallArts and Sciences–202 Life Science EastBusiness–201L Business BuildingEducation–325 WillardEngineering, Architecture and Tech-

nology–101 Engineering NorthHuman Environmental Sciences–114

Human Environmental SciencesUniversity Academic Services–214 Stu-

dent UnionStudents should keep in mind that

while the University provides advising asa service and resource, the ultimateresponsibility for identifying and complet-ing degree requirements rests with thestudent.

University AcademicServices

The Office of University AcademicServices (UAS) provides advising andenrollment services to the followingstudent groups: (1) students admitted toOSU through the Alternative AdmissionProgram; (2) students admitted to OSUthrough the Adult Admission Program;(3) probationary students enrolledthrough the University Academic Assess-ment Program, including transfers admit-ted on academic probation; and(4) transfer students unsure about theirmajors. The overall goal of UAS is toprovide personal attention and assis-tance to students as they develop suc-cessful study habits and explore thevarious academic options available atOSU.Alternative Admission. The AlternativeAdmission Program allows approximatelyeight percent of OSU's entering freshmanclass to be admitted without meeting allof the normal criteria. UAS providesAlternative Admission students withorientation classes suited to their particu-lar needs, clarification of University poli-cies, assistance in exploring careergoals and various degree programs inthe undergraduate academic collegesand monitoring of curricular deficiencyremediation. Through intrusive advising,UAS strives to create a setting of aca-demic success for the students to carrythroughout their years at OSU. Afterremediating any deficiencies they mighthave and completing at least one full-time semester of satisfactory work, stu-dents may generally transfer to the col-lege or major of choice.Adult Admission. The Adult AdmissionProgram allows students who are 21 orolder and those on active military duty anopportunity to gain admission to OSU,

reprieve options. In an effort to assiststudents in exploring various career andeducational opportunities, UAAP stu-dents are required to enroll in and com-plete UNIV 2001, the Academic Assess-ment and Evaluation course. This courseis designed to help students identify theirreasons for experiencing academicdifficulty and determine ways to over-come their academic weaknesses. OnceUAAP students complete at least onesemester with a 2.00 GPA or above, theymay generally transfer to the college ormajor of choice.Undecided Transfer Students. Transferstudents undecided on their major, orany student in the above groups who isundecided on a major, may work with aUAS adviser to develop several plans ofstudy that capitalize on their strengthsand interests while pursuing possiblemajors. During one-on-one meetingswith the student, the UAS adviser ex-plains differences between majors andtheir requirements, so that a collegedegree remains the main goal of courseselection. After taking chosen courses,receiving UAS's academic advisingservices, and maintaining at least a 2.00GPA for the previous full-time semester,the student declares a specific majorand moves to the advising office of thecorresponding college.Campus-wide Assistance. UAS offersextra assistance to students campus-wide through four unique services: theSAM program, the RISE program, Refer-rals and Tutors.Student Academic Mentor Program.The Student Academic Mentor (SAM)Program is a campus-wide service thatpairs each new freshman, transfer, andadult student with an upper class studentin effort to ease the transition to OSU.These "SAMs" are carefully selectedamong continuing students at OSU towork with new students individually andin small groups during ALPHA, the weekprior to the beginning of the fall semester.Their goals are to help students feelwelcome and to assimilate them intocampus life.Retention Initiative for Student Excel-lence Program (RISE). RISE is a peer-mentoring program that gives support tofirst year minority students who are mak-ing the transition from high school tocollege. The program's primary purposeis to facilitate academic success, butRISE also aids students in identifying asupportive social and cultural environ-ment. Mentors are selected from studentleaders who are committed to helpingothers through volunteer service and toproviding guidance and feedback.Supplemental training in communitydevelopment and cultural identity theory

provided they have not completed morethan six hours of college work. As withAlternative Admission students, AdultAdmission students benefit from inten-sive academic advising and a specialorientation course to meet their particularneeds. After completing 12 hours with a2.00 GPA or above in college-level work,these students are considered to be ingood standing and are generally eligiblefor transfer to their college or major ofchoice.University Academic Assessment. TheUniversity Academic Assessment Pro-gram (UAAP) is designed for studentswho have experienced academic diffi-culty at the college level. These studentsinclude:

those who are placed on academicprobation while in UAS;probationary students who are referredby the colleges;those in good academic standing,according to State Regents' policy, butare ineligible for admission to theirdesired college;those suspended by OSU and havestayed out of college for a minimum ofone regular semester and show apotential for success; andtransfer students on academic proba-tion who are admitted due to specialcircumstances.

UAS helps these students evaluate theircareer and educational goals in an at-tempt to develop a realistic and success-ful educational plan. Besides the intru-sive academic advising offered to Alter-native and Adult Admissions, UAS assistsstudents in the development of theirplans of study through graduation. UASalso keeps UAAP students aware ofrequirements to continue, specifically theminimum grade-point averages requiredby the Oklahoma State Regents forHigher Education, and the repeat and

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Career Advantage Program (CAP). Theprogram provides students opportunitiesto explore careers in a variety of aca-demic areas allowing them to experi-ence their career options before gradua-tion.Career Fairs. Career fairs are held oncampus each year to provide opportuni-ties for interaction between students andemployers. Employers have informationbooths and distribute literature abouttheir companies and various job opportu-nities. Current career fairs include Col-lege of Engineering, Architecture andTechnology Career Fair; OSU CareerFair; OSU Business Career Fair; Informa-tion and Telecommunications Technolo-gies Career Fair; Part-time Job Fair; OSUHospitality Days; Agricultural, Food,Environmental, and Natural SciencesCareer Fair; Teacher Job Fair, SummerJob and Internship Fair.Career Consultants. Services providedby the career consultants include indi-vidual advising, mock interviews, intern-ship and co-op information, cover letterassistance, resume development, jobsearch advice, interviewing tips, gradu-ate and professional school assistance,and information on specific majors. Forthe names and contact information ofthese professionals, refer to Career Ser-vices on the Internet (home.okstate.edu/careernet).

Career Services is located in 350,360, and 370 Student Union.

Computing andInformation Services

Computing and Information Services(CIS) is the central provider of computing,data networking, and telephone servicesfor Oklahoma State University. CIS alsoprovides a variety of other importantservices to the campus including com-puter training, publications, programmingsupport for institutional information sys-tems, desktop computing support on site,and a comprehensive Help Desk.

The CIS Help Desk, serving more than4,000 customers each month, providesdiagnostic support and remedial assis-tance by phone, by electronic mail [email protected], or in person at113 Math Sciences.

All OSU students are given computeraccess and electronic mail upon enroll-ment. Students can also access someCIS computers from their homes via dial-up modem facilities. OSU's extensivedata communications network providesinterfaces to OneNet, MIDnet, theInternet, and the World Wide Web.

1. Entry-Level Assessment is conductedto assist advisers and faculty in makingplacement decisions that will give first-time OSU students the best chance ofacademic success.

2. Mid-Level, or General Education, As-sessment is aimed at evaluating stu-dent achievment of institutionally rec-ognized general education competen-cies, including communication, ana-lytical and critical thinking skills.

3. Program Outcome Assessment is anevaluation of student achievement ofthe educational objectives in the ma-jor.

4. Student and Alumni Satisfaction As-sessment evaluates student percep-tions of academic and campus pro-grams and services. Results of theseassessments provide feedback forimprovement of programs and ser-vices.The Office of University Assessment

submits yearly reports to the OklahomaState Regents for Higher Education thatsummarize the assessments in the aboveareas. The objectives, methods used,student population involved, results, anduses of assessment data are reported forassessment in each initiative area, in-cluding separate outcome assessmentreports prepared by each academicprogram.

Career ServicesCareer Services assists OSU students

and alumni with job search activitiesrelated to internships, part-time employ-ment while attending college, and full-time professional employment followinggraduation.On-campus interviewing is an easy andconvenient way to obtain interviewswithout leaving campus. On-campusinterviews can be an important source ofopportunities but should be only one ofthe strategies for a total job search. Sub-scribing to OSU CareerWeb can helpsophomores looking for an internship,and it can help the alumnus trying toconnect to a new employment situation.Last year over 350 companies con-ducted 5200 interviews on campus.Resume Referral. A student's resume issent out to employers when they requestresumes in a particular major. Last yearover 400 companies requested resumereferrals. Students must subscribe toOSU Career Web for this service.Posting of Job Vacancies. Job postingscan be accessed on the Internet (http://home.okstate.edu/careernet). Entries areposted on a daily basis. Job listings in-clude part-time on-campus, part-time off-campus, work study, education jobs,business, industry, and government,internships, and OSU jobs (full-time).

is offered through a directed study classduring the fall semester.Referrals. In addition to the teaching,academic advising and counselingfunctions of UAS, the office serves as acentral information center whereby refer-ral to a variety of campus academic andnon-academic support services is given.Tutorial Service. Qualified tutors forcommon general education courses areavailable free of charge for all studentscampus-wide. Tutors are paid by UASunless the student fails to keep the ap-pointment. In such cases, the student willbe billed directly for the cost. Tutor appli-cants are thoroughly screened to guar-antee quality tutoring and are matchedwith students who need their services.Information on this tutoring program, orany other UAS services identified above,is available through the Office of Univer-sity Academic Services, 214 StudentUnion.

University AssessmentProgram

The University Assessment Program atOSU provides public assurance of pro-gram quality and accountability by docu-menting progress toward meeting theinstitution's educational goals. Assess-ment involves collecting, reviewing andusing information about educationalprograms for the purpose of programimprovement and, ultimately, improve-ment of student learning and develop-ment. The assessment process providesfeedback to campus leaders about theeffectiveness of their programs, therebyallowing informed decisions about theneed for changes. Assessment is, there-fore, an integral part of the institution'scommitment to sustain and enhanceacademic quality and the student educa-tional experience.

The OSU Assessment Council guidesthe Assessment Program. The Councilmembership consists of faculty fromeach college and representatives fromthe offices of Student Affairs, InstitutionalResearch and student government. TheCouncil's mission is to serve as a liaisonto the Executive Vice President, the OSULong-Range Planning Committee (of theFaculty Council), and Student Affairs. Itsupports academic units by providingfunding and information to (1) measurethe effectiveness of academic and stu-dent programs, (2) utilize the results ofstrategies developed to improve studentlearning and (3) determine the overalleducational impact of the universityexperience on students.

Assessment activity at OSU, coordi-nated by the Office of University Assess-ment, is divided into four primary initia-tives:


techniques; high adult-to-child ratio; (welltrained and experienced) ECE degreedstaff and on-going, systematic programevaluation.

Subject to availability, families have anopportunity to enroll in a full day, year-round program. The Child DevelopmentLabs are open from 7:45 a.m. to 5:15p.m. Monday through Friday. Childrenenrolled in the program range in agefrom six months through kindergartenage.

Mathematics LearningResource Center

The Mathematics Learning ResourceCenter (MLRC) is intended to be the hubof undergraduate mathematics instruc-tion at OSU. The MLRC is located in thebasement of South Murray Hall and isopen to students on a walk-in basis. TheMLRC consists of a 40-station networkedmicrocomputer lab, a 10-station videolab, and a tutoring room. Instructionalsoftware and several programming lan-guages are available, as is a library ofvideo cassettes that contain lessons onalmost all levels of mathematics coursesthrough calculus and differential equa-tions.

Undergraduate students majoring inmathematics are available in the Centerto tutor students and to assist students inthe use of the equipment.

Psychological ServicesCenter

The Psychological Services Centerwas established in 1971 as a training,service and research facility at Okla-homa State University. It is operated bythe Department of Psychology throughthe College of Arts and Sciences, andthe College of Education. It is located in118 North Murray on the OSU campus.The building is accessible to the handi-capped.

Services are provided to children,adolescents and adults and are avail-able to residents of Stillwater and thesurrounding community as well as OSUstudents, faculty and staff. The Centeroffers a variety of psychological servicessuch as but not limited to: individual,group, family, and marital therapy; parentcounseling and training; play therapy forchildren; treatment of phobias and anxi-ety disorders; relaxation training;assertiveness training; stress manage-ment; depression; intellectual, personal-ity, and neuropsychological assessment;assessment of attention deficit and learn-ing disorders; and school consultation.

The Center's staff includes master's,doctoral, and postdoctoral students in

mation packet will be sent before the firstappointment.

The marriage and family therapy pro-gram is accredited by the AmericanAssociation of Marriage and FamilyTherapists.

ChildDevelopmentLaboratories

The Oklahoma State University ChildDevelopment Laboratories (CDL) have arich tradition of excellence in early child-hood education. Originally established in1924, the labs presently reside in a twomillion dollar facility opened in 1983. Astate-of-the-art outdoor learning labora-tory was completed in 1999.

The Child Development Laboratoriesprogram offers a site for quality educa-tional programming for young children;training of pre-service teachers in earlychildhood education; observation andinterpretation of human growth and de-velopment; research designed andimplemented by OSU faculty and stu-dents to further the knowledge base insuch areas as early childhood curricu-lum, social interaction, language devel-opment and cognitive development; andcommunity service in the form of childcare, parenting programs and in-serviceteacher education.

The CDL is licensed by the Depart-ment of Human Services and is accred-ited by the National Association for theEducation of Young Children. The pro-gram offers planned learning activitiesthat are developmentally appropriate;frequent and positive interactions be-tween children and students; nutritiousmeals and snacks; regular communica-tion with parents; positive guidance

CIS supports six computing facilities invarious locations around campus withmore than 400 microcomputers. A SUNWorkstation cluster is located in 113Engineering South.

The central mainframe computer atOSU is an IBM 9672-R32 EnterpriseServer operating MVS/ESA and VM/ESA.Two time-sharing systems, TSO andCMS, are available on the mainframe.CIS also has a DEC System 3000-600VMS and a DEC 2100A-4/275 RISC DIGI-TAL UNIX machine.

Additional information about CIS andcomputing at Oklahoma State Universitycan be found on the Internet(home.okstate.edu/). It is updated fre-quently with timely announcements.

The Center for FamilyServices

The Center for Family Services issponsored by the Department of FamilyRelations and Child Development in theCollege of Human Environmental Sci-ences West building. This multipurposefacility also houses the OSU Child Devel-opment Laboratory.

The Center's dual mission is to pro-vide high-quality, low cost marital andfamily therapy services to the public andto provide a training environment formaster's degree students specializing inmarriage and family therapy. Becausethe Center for Family Services is a train-ing facility, advanced graduate studentsin marriage and family therapy conductthe majority of the therapy. While con-ducting therapy, therapists-in-training areunder the direct supervision of clinicalfaculty members who are all licensedmarriage and family therapists. TheCenter's state-of-the-art facility allows forobservation of sessions by clinical su-pervisors and videotaping of sessions.

The Center for Family Services is opento any individual, couple or family thatdesires help with relationship issues,including marital concerns, parent-childrelationships, or other family issues. Feesare determined on a sliding fee scalebased on income and family size, rang-ing from $5 to $50. No one will be deniedservices because of inability to pay.

Appointments are available on re-quest. While appointments are availableduring both day time and evening hours,most appointments are scheduled onWednesday and Thursday evenings.When an individual contacts the Centerto seek marital and family therapy ser-vices, a staff member will ask a few ques-tions about the family and the reasons forseeking the services, in order to assignthe most appropriate therapist. Usuallywithin 24 hours, an initial appointmentwill be scheduled. If time allows, an infor-

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the clinical, counseling and school psy-chology training programs, that are ac-credited by the American PsychologicalAssociation. The staff also includessupervising clinical, counseling, andschool psychologists from the Depart-ment of Psychology and the School ofApplied Health and Educational Psychol-ogy. Although the exact composition ofthe staff may change from year to year,the staff is generally composed of indi-viduals from diverse ethnic and culturalbackgrounds.

There is a graduated fee structureranging from $10 to $80 per session,depending on one's financial situation.

The Center is open from 8:00 a.m. until9:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thurs-day. On Wednesday and Friday, it isopen from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Ap-pointments can be made by contactingthe Center.

Special Facilities

Bartlett Center for theStudio Arts and theGardiner Art Gallery

Old Gardiner Hall, as the Bartlett Cen-ter was formerly known, was built in 1910as a women's residence hall and hasserved also as a classroom building forwomen's physical education, speech,agriculture extension and the College ofBusiness. The building was named torecognize Maude Gardiner, founder ofthe University's home economics pro-gram. Gardiner Hall was renamed theBartlett Center when Mr. and Mrs. F. M."Pete" Bartlett gave Oklahoma State Uni-versity a generous gift designated for therenovation of the hall.

The Bartlett Center has greatly en-hanced the image of the visual arts atOSU. The Center provides activitieswhich have brought regional and na-tional recognition to OSU in the visualarts. The department contains elevenstudios, and two computer laboratoriesall custom designed for specific activi-ties. Special studios include oil painting,watercolor, graphic design, and drawing.In addition to studio space, the Centerprovides a 100 seat auditorium withcomplete multimedia capabilities, De-partment of Art faculty offices and theGardiner Art Gallery.

The Gallery provides year-round exhi-bitions of regional and national impor-tance to which the public is invited. Exhi-bitions have included the work of ManuelNeri, Deborah Butterfield, Lucas Sama-ras, and traveling exhibitions such as"American Works on Paper: 100 years of

American Art," and "Watercolor U.S.A."Faculty and student work is also exhib-ited on a regular basis.

Bartlett IndependentLiving Center

The F.M. "Pete" Bartlett family, with avision of independent living for all,funded the renovation of a residentialhome on campus. This home was aptlynamed the Bartlett Independent LivingCenter. This center serves as both aresearch and demonstration facility, andillustrates the concept of universal de-sign, that is, design that meets the needsof all people regardless of age or ability.

The College of Human EnvironmentalSciences (HES) and the Stillwater Medi-cal Center have formed a partnership toestablish and operate a senior day treat-ment program in the Bartlett IndependentLiving Center. Stillwater Medical Centerprovides clinical services for the elderlyand works with OSU and HES to establisheducational and research opportunities.

OSU students interested in the field ofaging have an exciting opportunity tolearn and interact with older adults. Se-nior Perspective provides students withresearch and practicum opportunities,internships and assistantships.

The special features of the centerinclude computerized environmentalcontrol systems; motorized windows,blinds, and draperies; and adjustable-height work centers. The center providesa base of knowledge for students, build-ers, architects, interior designers, andother professionals who work with clientsexperiencing life span changes.

Colvin Recreation CenterThe Colvin Center, one of the finest

facilities in the nation, encompasses awide variety of organized and informalrecreation activities for all Universitystudents. Campus recreation programsinclude intramurals, sports clubs,cardiovascular fitness, non-credit activityclasses and outdoor recreation pro-grams. Activity areas available includeracquetball, indoor and outdoor swim-ming, fencing, billiards, dance, golf, tabletennis, wrestling, weight-lifting, basket-ball, volleyball, badminton, squash andindoor climbing wall. Over 50 intramuralactivities are conducted for women, menand co-rec (coed) teams.

Outdoor facilities available for studentrecreational use include tennis courts,basketball courts, archery range, golfdriving range, jogging track and fields forsoccer, rugby, football and softball. Fa-cilities are also available at Lake CarlBlackwell and Camp Redlands for achallenge course, sailing, canoeing and

crew. Additional information about recre-ation programs may be found in the"Student Life" section, and on the Internet(http://home.okstate.edu/homepages.nsf/toc/osurechome.htm).

Oklahoma Museum ofHigher Education-OldCentral

Historic Old Central, dedicated June15, 1894, was the first permanent build-ing on campus. Classes began in thenew "ultra-modern" structure September12, 1894. Originally referred to as "TheCollege," this building housed both aca-demics and administration for six years.In 1900, the Department of Chemistrymoved from the basement of the Collegeto a new building; in 1906 administrationmoved into the new Morrill Hall.

The Friends of the Oklahoma Museumof Higher Education (OMHE) is a groupcomposed of influential Oklahomansinterested in raising funds to completedevelopment of the museum. In 1994 theOklahoma Higher Education Hall ofFame, created by the Friends, inductedthe first members. The Hall of Famecurrently displays 60 prominent educa-tors, administrators and supporters fromall areas of Oklahoma. Inductions occurannually in October from nominationsmade by alumni, colleagues, friends andfamily; nomination forms are available atthe museum.

When fully developed, OMHE willrepresent all higher education institutionsin Oklahoma. Current exhibits center onOAMC/OSU's well documented history.One room contains an exhibit on BaconeCollege, at Muskogee, the oldest con-tinuously operating school in the state(1880). Rotating exhibits feature selectededucational institutions in Oklahoma.

Major structural restoration has beencompleted to present Old Central as itwas in 1894. Interior photos published inthe 1894-95 Catalog are being used asguides for re-creating five period rooms.

Tour groups, orientation classes andgroup use of Old Central can be ar-ranged at the museum office, or by call-ing (405) 744-2828. (Classes are notcharged and education-related groupsare given preferential rates. OSU groupsare not charged for use during regularmuseum hours; they are charged forusage for other times.) Museum hoursare 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesdaythrough Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday, Monday,and state holidays. (Home football gameday hours are adjusted according togame time.) Donations of $1.00 per adultand 50 cents per child are requested, butnot mandatory; any amount helps keep


the museum open. Larger donations arealways appreciated; tax verificationprovided on request.

OSU LibrariesThe OSU Library is a premier elec-

tronic library, with four branch librariesand a combined collection of two millionvolumes, 17,550 serials, more than 2.7million microforms and 240,000 mapsand aerial photographs. Its primary mis-sion is to serve as the "intellectual com-mons" of the University, providing high-quality resources, services, and gate-ways to information to meet the needs ofOSU's diverse instructional, researchand outreach programs. To fulfill thiscontinuing role effectively, the Librarystrives to be flexible and responsive tothe needs of its constituents, to empha-size cooperative arrangements withother libraries, and to maximize the appli-cation of state-of-the-art technology tofacilitate speedier and ever wider accessto needed information.

The OSU Library subscribes to morethan 120 specialized databases to assiststudents, faculty and staff in their re-search. A growing number of these data-bases provide access to the full text ofdocuments. Members of the OSU com-munity can access dozens of theseresources (including online, full-textjournals with more than 5,000 titles),regardless of their location, from anycomputer with Internet access and aWeb browser. Library users can submitinterlibrary loan requests and book re-newal requests electronically usingforms on the Library's Web pages. Manyusers are taking advantage of theLibrary's Electronic Reserves to provideaccess to supplemental course materi-als. The Library offers a variety of freetraining sessions throughout the year,including sessions on using the Library'sOnline Catalog and other databases,searching the Web, creating Web pages,and using the student electronic mailsystem.Government Documents. Many peopleconsider the OSU Library's DocumentsDepartment to be the best RegionalDepository for U.S. Government publica-tions in the Southwest. Non-depositorymaterials as well as publications of thestate of Oklahoma, foreign governments,and international organizations are ob-tained to support fields of interest to OSU.The Documents Department has a grow-ing collection of indices and data filesissued by the United States and commer-cial companies. These files include the1990 Census, the 1992 Economic Cen-sus and indices to congressional publi-cations and international trade informa-tion. Whenever possible, the department

provides Internet access to U.S. govern-ment information via the OSU Library'sInternet site (www.library.okstate.edu).

M. B. Seretean Center forthe Performing Arts

The M.B. Seretean Center for the Per-forming Arts provides a modern and well-equipped home for the departments ofMusic and Theater. Constructed in 1970at a cost of three million dollars andnamed in honor of its principal benefac-tor, M.B. "Bud" Seretean, a 1947 OSUgraduate, the Center is the focal point ofall major dramatic and musical events onthe OSU campus. The center's 75,000square feet include the 900-seat ConcertHall and the 600-seat Vivia LockeTheatre which attract a myriad of fine artsactivities such as ballet, concerts, mime,opera, plays, faculty and student recitals,and a host of summer conventions.

In addition to the auditorium and the-ater, the Seretean Center houses teach-ing studios for music, a variety of class-rooms, a specially-designed choralroom, a rehearsal hall for band and or-chestra, costume and scene shops, anda well-equipped audio center, all de-signed to provide an excellent atmo-sphere in Oklahoma for the teaching ofthe fine arts.

Student UnionThe primary purpose of the OSU Stu-

dent Union is to serve the members ofthe University community through anorganization that provides a myriad ofnecessary and convenient goods andservices; offers programs to enhance theeducational, social, cultural, and leader-ship development of individuals; andfosters an atmosphere conducive toopen interaction and exchange amongall students, faculty, staff, alumni andguests.

Dating back to 1815, college unionshave always been thought of as "placeswhere all may meet on common ground."In their early years, the college unionswere debating halls for university stu-dents. Through the years, student unionshave added to these halls such facilitiesas recreation centers, dining halls andmeeting rooms. Today student unionsbring together students, faculty, staff,alumni and guests in a friendly, casualatmosphere. They are not merely build-ings, but serve as the community cen-ter—"the heart of the campus."

The OSU Student Union is certainly noexception to this tradition as it has beenserving the University community andstate since opening in 1950. With a facil-ity consisting of 611,652 square feet, it

stands as the largest and most compre-hensive union in the world. It provides theUniversity with such services as an 81-room hotel, the Bookstore, a variety oflounges, a theater, extensive food ser-vices, a shopping mall, a post office, atravel agency and many University of-fices.

The Student Union is the center ofcampus life as it houses the offices formajor student organizations. Many activi-ties such as movies, dances and speak-ers are provided for students by theUnion's student programming organiza-tion, the Student Union Activities Board.

Through its conference center, theStudent Union hosts many continuingeducation conferences throughout theyear. The variety of meeting rooms lo-cated throughout the Union are alsoavailable for OSU student organizationsand faculty meetings, normally at nocharge.

Although the OSU Student Union'sannual budget exceeds $14 million, lessthan 10 percent of the total cost of oper-ating the Union is funded from studentfees. As the Union receives no statefunds for its operations, the remainder ofits budget is generated from the sale ofgoods and services, thereby making itvirtually a self-supporting Universityfacility.

TelecommunicationsCenter

The Telecommunications Center is avisible commitment to the University'sdesire to keep pace with the communi-cations revolution. Educational Televi-sion Services (ETS) occupies the facilityand is equipped with two independent,fully operational studios with a capacityof eight cameras. A third studio is a self-contained, instructor-controlled,classroom-style studio for videotapingcourses and live two-way presentationsvia compressed video fiber optic lines.There are two off-line and one on-lineediting suites and two remote cameraunits.

ETS has the ability to transmit or re-ceive on either the C-band or Ku-bandsatellite format, including using a Ku-band satellite truck from remote loca-tions. ETS produces over 1400 live andtaped programs per year consisting ofvideo teleconferences, educationalprograms, documentaries, OSU classes,video training tapes, and public serviceannouncements for the University, stateagencies and for state and federalgrants.

ETS employs a full-time staff of 35 inthe areas of production, engineering andart. Each of these areas is also staffed

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with students working to earn practicalexperience under the guidance of pro-fessionals. For those students who meetthe prerequisites, who are conscientiousand who are willing to work, there arethree methods of entry into employmentat ETS. One method is through an intern-ship which allows the student to earncollege credit. Another method isthrough part-time employment at ETS,usually reserved for those students whohave completed an internship, and thethird is through the University's work-study program.

Wellness CenterThe OSU Wellness Center offers a

variety of health-related programs for allOSU students. These programs includefree wellness screening (cholesterol,blood pressure, body composition, andcomputerized health risk appraisal),nutrition counseling, wellness educationclasses, certification of aerobics andweight training instructors, and campus-wide health promotion activities.

The Wellness Center offers opportuni-ties to undergraduate and graduatestudents to participate in practicum andinternship programs in the disciplines ofcomputer science, counseling and psy-chology, exercise science, health edu-cation, marketing, nutrition, pre-physicaltherapy, and wellness.

The Wellness Center houses a 140-seat theater, demonstration kitchen anddining room, aerobics area, weight room,computer lab, resource center, a full-service wellness laboratory, and physi-cal therapy clinic. These rooms areavailable to OSU student groups for OSU-sponsored events, in cooperation withthe Wellness Center.

Campus LifeKent Sampson, Director, Campus LifeBonnie Dudley-Schroeder,

Administrative Assistant, CampusLife

Joe Ray, Coordinator, Allied Arts &Special Events

Ival Gregory, Manager, Greek LifePamela Walters-Wilson, Coordinator,

Greek LifeRegina Henry, Coordinator of

Immigrations, ISSTim Huff, Manager, International

Students and ScholarsStephen Haseley, Manager,

Leadership DevelopmentMarie Basler, Coordinator,

Nontraditional Student ServicesMuhrizah Brunken, Coordinator,

SUAB and Student Union ProgramsJoyce Montgomery, Coordinator,

Volunteer CenterThe Department of Campus Life is in

the forefront of co-curricular activities oncampus. It is responsible for the facilita-tion and implementation of programmingfor students and student organizations atthe University. Campus Life's commit-ment is to provide an environment thatencourages interaction among students,faculty, staff and the community at largethrough organizations to provide the bestquality of services with integrity andrespect for a diverse population.

The Campus Life Center services, 060Student Union, include Student Uniondisplay case scheduling, insurance forOSU sponsored trips, a calendar ofevents, scheduling of Bennett Chapel,notary public, registering posters, fliersand signs, scheduling use of campusgrounds, student organization records,motor pool requests, campus work or-ders for student groups, scholarshipand membership applications, and aresource center that offers a wide varietyof brochures on various subjects.

Campus Life at OSU encompassesthese administrative and programmingareas:

Allied ArtsAllied Arts is the oldest university

performing arts series in Oklahoma. Theprogram has brought thousands of out-standing performances to Stillwater, aspart of its mission to enrich university lifeand provide the university communitywith a broad range of professional musi-cal, dance and theatrical events. AlliedArts performances are selected by acommittee composed of students, faculty

and staff, and each year five or six perfor-mances are scheduled for the series.Students, faculty and staff can purchasea subscription for all events, or individualtickets to specific shows. For ticket infor-mation and schedule, contact the AlliedArts office.

Greek LifeOklahoma State University benefits

from the presence of 19 national Interfra-ternity Conference Fraternities, 11 Na-tional Panhellenic Conference Sororities,and six National Panhellenic CouncilFraternities and Sororities. The Greekexperience stresses campus and com-munity involvement, academic excel-lence, leadership, athletic competition,and professional development. Greek lifehas been a part of OSU since 1917. Thesystem provides student leaders with theopportunity to participate in a wide vari-ety of activities, including numerousphilanthropies that Greek members sup-port. The Department of Greek Life, lo-cated in 050 Student Union, providesguidance and resources to all Greekorganizations. The full-time staff consistsof Greek alumni who have extensivebackground and knowledge of the Greeksystem.

Honor and ServiceOrganizations

OSU offers opportunities for personaland professional development throughmany nationally-affiliated honor andservice organizations. These organiza-tions provide opportunities for leadershipand program development, new friend-ships and recognition of achievement.University-wide organizations include:Blue Key (junior and senior honor

society)Golden Key (junior and senior honor

society)Iota Kappa (honor society for sopho-

mores)Mortar Board (junior and senior honor

society)National Society of Collegiate ScholarsOrange and Black Quill (honor society

for juniors)Order of Omega (honor society for soror-

ity and fraternity members)Phi Eta Sigma (freshman and sophomore

honor society)Phi Kappi Phi (national honor society for

seniors and graduate students)(See college sections for organizations

within each college.)


International Studentsand Scholars

The International Students and Schol-ars (ISS) office provides assistance tomore than 2,000 international studentsand scholars from countries as far awayas Singapore and Zambia and as closeas Canada and Mexico. The goals of theoffice are to assist international studentsto: learn about their new surroundings;use the resources of the University andcommunity; and be advocates for stu-dents throughout the University and thecommunity.

The staff in the International Studentsand Scholars office is responsible foradvisement to students and faculty onmatters which are unique to internationalstudents and scholars. Personal consul-tation, financial planning, liaison withembassies, consulates and sponsors,legal referrals, academic referrals, immi-gration matters, and orientation pro-grams, are among the services offered.Non-immigrant students and scholarscan apply for internal-employment clear-ances in the office.

Pre-arrival information is sent to newstudents. Orientation and assistance withhousing, banking, enrollment, etc., areoffered to newly-arrived students. Anewsletter is published monthly, as wellas weekly updates to the list ISS informa-tion is located on the Internet. ISS pre-sents a variety of programs throughoutthe year in which student volunteersparticipate and assist.

The International Students and Schol-ars office encourages international andAmerican students, faculty, staff andcommunity members to use its servicesand participate in the programs.

LecturesOklahoma State University, through its

academic organizations and studentgroups, has a significant number ofspeakers each year, enriching the intel-lectual life on campus. Individuals, fromboth off-campus and on-campus, sharetheir expertise with faculty, students, staff,and town's people on a wide variety oftopics.

Many of the academic units as well asstudent groups invite speakers to theirmeetings in order to enhance the educa-tional component of the University.These lectures are generally of interest tospecific academic areas, rather than tothe general campus. The Student Gov-ernment Association, through itsSpeaker's Board, brings major figures inpolitics, entertainment, and business tothe campus. The Student Union Activities

Board also has a speaker's programrelated to topics of general student inter-est. Other student organizations conductactive lecture programs concerning theirinterest areas.

Allied Arts conducts lecture-demon-strations in conjunction with a number ofits classical arts performances. In thismanner, students can gain additionalknowledge of classical arts and artists.

NontraditionalStudent Services

The primary goal is to assist nontradi-tional students, anyone with at least atwo-year break in education, by provid-ing support, information and referrals.The coordinator serves as a resourceperson for the entire campus communityand seeks to raise the awareness offaculty, administrators and students withregard to the needs of this special group.All nontraditional students are encour-aged to stop by the Campus Life Centerto discuss their concerns or questions.The coordinator also advises studentswho have rent-related difficulties, suchas landlord disputes, or who are lookingfor housing off-campus.

Campus RecreationCampus recreation programs are

designed to provide equipment, spaceand professional assistance in helpingUniversity students, staff members, andtheir families pursue individual recreationinterests. Located in the Colvin Recre-ation Center and Annex are facilities for32 activities including racquetball, climb-ing wall, basketball and swimming. Inaddition, areas for soccer, football, rugby,softball, archery, tennis, jogging, sailing,canoeing and hiking are made availablefor student and staff use.Personal Enhancement Program. Thestaff of the Colvin Recreation Centeroffers a variety of noncredit classes eachsemester to students, faculty and staff. Allland aerobic classes are free of chargeto students. Other instructional programsfor adults include CPR, first aid,lifeguarding, scuba, swimming, tennis,ballroom and swing, martial arts, wateraerobics, tai chi, yoga. A summer daycamp for children, ages 6-12, empha-sizes physical activity. Swim lessons arealso available to children during thesummer session.Intramural Sports. The vision of theintramural sports program is to improvethe quality of life at OSU, and the missionis to develop students mentally andphysically, provide quality programs and

services, and to encourage all partici-pants to value recreation. These pro-grams are important for all students at-tending OSU because they provide anopportunity to meet new people, cultivatepresent relationships by participatingwith friends, and stimulate personalphysical fitness through sports. Programsare available at differing skill levels, aswell as opportunities to compete in spe-cific divisions for men, women and co-recreational leagues. With over 50 activi-ties to choose from, intramural sportsoffers something for every student.Sports Clubs. The campus recreationprogram advises and helps organize theactive sport clubs on campus, which aregoverned by the Sports Club Council.The Council is chartered by the Univer-sity and its officers are elected students.This Council develops sports club poli-cies, sets priorities, and functions as theofficial representative for all sports clubs.The campus recreation program pro-vides the adviser for this Council. Mem-bership in all sports clubs is open to allstudents. If a group of students is inter-ested in starting a sports club, the coordi-nator will assist them.

Active sports clubs are Bowling, Crew,Cycling, Fencing, Karate, Lacrosse,Rugby, Sailing, Scuba, Soccer, SnowSkiing, Volleyball, Waterskiing,Weightlifting, Adaptive Sports and Wilder-ness Pursuits.

Outdoor Adventure. The goal of OutdoorAdventure is to provide opportunities forfun, adventure, education and excite-ment. With a variety of local, national andinternational trips as well as workshopsat all skill levels, opportunities are pro-vided for enrichment for the whole com-munity.

In addition to trips and workshops, anextensive low-and high-elements chal-lenge course is offered at CampRedlands. A state-of-the-art indoorclimbing facility is also available in theColvin Recreation Center. To facilitatethe trips program, as well as the Univer-sity and local communities' pursuits, theOutdoor Adventure Rental Shop in theColvin Recreation Center provides ac-cess to everything from in-line skates tosleeping bags.

Whether it is sea kayaking in theBaja Peninsula, a day at the challengecourse, or the annual climbing competi-tion, the common elements in all pro-grams are quality leadership and lots offun.

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Religious LifeCampus religious centers, supported

by state and national church bodiesspecifically to serve the University com-munity, provide opportunity for worship inboth traditional and contemporary ser-vices; religious education commensu-rate with higher learning for the develop-ment of the whole person; counselingthat maintains a spiritual basis for thecohesion and meaning of life; and socialactivities which allow relationships andlife views to deepen. The 18 religiouscenters have strategic locations close tocampus and, in addition to their ownministry, coordinate many of their effortswith each other and the University ad-ministration through the Association ofUniversity Ministries.

Residential AreaOrganizations

Residence halls, suites and apart-ments are popular places to live on theOSU campus. The housing and foodservice programs have a proud traditionof excellence recognized nationwide.Much of the success of the residencehalls, suites and apartments is the strongand vital student government systemconsisting of floor governments, councilsfor each hall or complex and the Resi-dence Halls Association, which repre-sents all halls, suites and apartments oncampus.

The Residence Halls Association actsas the voice of residential area studentsto the University administration concern-ing policies and regulations, and coordi-nates campus-wide activities for theenrichment of residential area living. Allresidence halls, suites and apartmentson campus combine to form the Resi-dence Halls Association (RHA). Eachhall, suite and apartment has its ownelected officers and constitution, and is apart of the RHA system of representativegovernment. There are numerous oppor-tunities for involvement in the hall, suitesand apartments, such as floor officer,social committees, food committees, andsports and athletic activities.

Student DevelopmentTranscript

The Student Development Transcript(SDT) gives OSU students the opportunityto record their co-curricular activities in aformat similar to an academic transcript.Involvement in all campus organizationsand volunteer service may be included.The transcript can be used with applica-

tions for scholarships, honorary organi-zations and with resumes for job applica-tions. Contact the Campus Life office formore information on this valuable tool.

Student Union ProgramsStudent Union Programs (SUP) offer a

variety of programs and activities for thecampus and Stillwater communities,including Cowboy Christmas and Cow-boy Country arts and crafts fairs, HolidayInterlude and the Madrigal Dinner Con-cert. SUP also presents regular eveningprograms in the Union, including bingo,casino night, coffeehouse and worldculture programs. Late Night in theUnion, a special finals week programproviding a free pancake breakfast forstudents is held at the end of every se-mester. SUP also provides musical en-tertainment in the Food Court duringlunch hour on a regular basis as well assummer programs for students, faculty,staff and their families. The Student UnionActivities Board (SUAB) provides diverseactivities and events for students and theOSU community. SUAB coordinatesspecial cultural, educational, andthought-provoking events such as Fresh-man Follies, the Bonfire Bash, Springfest,and Network Event Theatre first run mov-ies.

TheaterLive theater productions are an impor-

tant part of the cultural life of the campus.OSU Theatre produces six to eight playseach academic year from a wide varietyof dramatic and musical theater litera-ture. Two separate productions seriesare offered. Each year, four fully-mountedlarge-scale productions are presented inthe 600-seat Vivia Locke Theatre. Two tofour student-directed, designed andperformed studio productions are pre-sented in the 100-seat Gundersen StudioTheatre. Each production's cast andcrews are made up of theater majors andminors as well as nonmajors from acrossthe campus. Auditions are open to allstudents on campus regardless of major.

Volunteer CenterThe Volunteer Center serves students,

staff and faculty at OSU. The goal is tointroduce volunteerism as a way to bringtogether different groups of people oncampus and within the Stillwater commu-nity. Volunteering helps build transferablework skills, and such experiences arealso important to be reflected in a re-sume. Volunteering can also help one

gain experience in one's major area ofstudy or another area of interest.

Alumni Programsand Services

The OSU Alumni Association (OSUAA)serves as a connection between alumniand the University. Its mission is to pro-vide services to its members and alumni,and to support the needs of OklahomaState University, its students, faculty, staffand friends.

Membership is open to all graduates,former students and friends of OklahomaState University. Members may jointhrough an annual membership fee or aone-time life membership fee.

The OSU Alumni Association offers awide variety of benefits to its membersthrough information and news aboutOSU, discounts on insurance, hotelrooms, rental cars and moving expenses;opportunities for business networking;student scholarships; chapter activities;special events on campus, includingHomecoming; alumni awards; and travelpackages.Communication. The OSU Alumni Asso-ciation communicates with its membersin a variety of ways, including the Internet(www.okstate.alumni.org) and via elec-tronic mail. Alumni Association membersreceive the award-winning OSU Maga-zine and the OSU Spirit.Chapters. OSUAA has about 50 alumnichapters across Oklahoma, and addi-tional chapters in such cities as Houston,Dallas, Atlanta, Austin, Washington, D.C.,Chicago and Denver. Chapter activitiesinclude alumni networking, studentscholarships, athletic event watch par-ties, and other programs that supportOSU.Homecoming. OSU's award-winningHomecoming is one of the few home-coming celebrations in the country jointlycoordinated by students and alumni. TheOSUAA provides staff support to studentcommittees selected each year. Home-coming includes a variety of events,including the Harvest Carnival for chil-dren; the popular WalkAround, whereHomecoming decorations are viewed bythousands of spectators; a pep rally; aparade; and the crowning of Homecom-ing royalty at halftime of the footballgame.Student Recruitment. The OSU AlumniAssociation helps alumni chapters spon-sor programs for the top academicachievers in Oklahoma's high schools.Alumni also help recruit out-of-state


students and provide scholarships tostudents in their areas.Alumni Awards. The OSU Alumni Asso-ciation administers and produces fouraward programs each year. The awardsare the Alumni Hall of Fame, Distin-guished Alumni and Distinguished Inter-national Alumni, Alumni Service and TopTen Seniors. The awards recognizepersonal and professional achievementsand service to OSU and the Alumni Asso-ciation.Travel. The OSU Alumni Associationoffers educational and fun travel pack-ages to locations around the world.Cowboys for Higher Education. TheOSU Alumni Association provides alumnithe opportunity to be advocates for OSUat the legislative level.

OSU FoundationThe OSU Foundation was created in

1961 with the basic mission of findingprivate donors who were interested inproviding additional scholarships for thebest minds and finest leadersOklahoma's high schools had to offer.The OSU Foundation is the only agencydesignated to solicit, receive and admin-ister all private gifts on behalf of OSU.Although it is a separate corporation, theOSU Foundation maintains a close andcooperative working relationship with theUniversity.

The mission of the OSU Foundation isto secure and manage private support forthe Oklahoma State University system.The Foundation exists to support Okla-homa State University in its mission toprovide its students with exceptionalacademic experiences, to conductscholarly research and other creativeactivities that advance fundamentalknowledge, and to disseminate knowl-edge to the people of Oklahoma and theworld.

OSU-OklahomaCityJerry Carroll, Provost and Presidentof Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma CityBrenda J. Harrison, Vice-Presidentfor Academic AffairsJerry Brooks, Vice-President forFinance and OperationsPhillip Birdine, Vice-President forStudent Services

Oklahoma State University-OklahomaCity (OSU-OKC) is a North Central Asso-ciation accredited, state-assisted publictwo-year college serving one of the fast-est growing metropolitan cities in thecountry. Located in the heart of Okla-homa City at the crossroads of Interstate44 and Interstate 40, this campus enrollsapproximately 4,500 full- and part-timestudents each semester. OSU-OKC hasgrown from a campus of one buildingwith fewer than 100 students in 1961 to acampus that today consists of 80 acres,nine modern buildings, 227 faculty mem-bers, and a staff of 157 caring and com-mitted people.

Offering 23 associate in applied sci-ence degree programs, eight associateof science programs, a variety of certifi-cate programs, and developmental edu-cation courses, the Oklahoma City cam-pus takes pride in its student-centeredapproach to collegiate education. Cur-riculum is designed in response to localemployment needs and input from pro-fessionals who serve on OSU-OKC advi-sory committees. All energies are di-rected toward one goal—blending bothacademic and student support servicesto create a collegiate educational experi-ence—that addresses the needs of theindividual student. Degrees awarded atOSU-OKC are listed below.Associate In Applied Science. TheAssociate in Applied Science degreesignifies the completion of at least 60semester credit hours of collegiatecourse work that will place the graduateon a career path. Oklahoma State Uni-versity-Oklahoma City offers 23 Associ-ate in Applied Science degree programsin five divisional areas.Agriculture Technology

Horticulture TechnologyVeterinary Technology (A.A.S.)

Business TechnologyAccountingComputer Information SystemsManagementQuality ManagementTechnical Communications

Engineering TechnologyApplied TechnologuArchitectural TechnologyCivil Engineering TechnologyConstruction TechnologyElectronics Engineering TechnologyFire Protection TechnologyGeneral Engineering TechnologyHeating, Ventilation and Air Condi-

tioning Technology (HVAC)Industrial Drafting and Design Tech-

nologyOccupational and Environmental

SafetySurveying Technology

Health ServicesNurse Science

Human ServicesCrime Victim/Survivor ServicesEarly CareEducation AdministrationInterpreter TrainingMunicipal Fire ProtectionPolice Science

Cooperative ProgramsCrime Victim/Survivor Services, with

Northern Oklahoma CollegeNurse Science, with Panhandle State

UniversityAssociate of Science. The Associate ofScience degree is a program designedfor transfer to an upper-division bacca-laureate degree program. The Associateof Science degree is typically awarded tothose who wish to major in subjects withheavy undergraduate requirements inmathematics and science, including, butnot limited to, fields such as engineeringand agriculture. It represents successfulcompletion of a minimum of 60 credithours, excluding any physical educationcourses. Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City offers eight Associate ofScience degree programs.Agriculture Technology

Horticulture TechnologyArts and Sciences

Industrial Laboratory TechnologyPublic Service

Business TechnologyHealth Care Management

Engineering TechnologyFire Protection Technology

Human ServicesAlcohol and Substance Abuse Coun-

selingAmerican Sign LanguagePolice Science

General EducationDivision of Arts and Sciences

English and Language ArtsHumanitiesLife ScienceMathematicsNatural SciencesPhysical SciencesSocial Sciences

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Philosophy. Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City operates in the belief thateach person should be treated withdignity and respect; afforded equal op-portunity to acquire a complete educa-tional experience; given an opportunityto discover and develop special apti-tudes and insights; and provided anopportunity to be equipped for a fulfillinglife and responsible citizenship in a worldcharacterized by change.The Mission. The mission of OklahomaState University-Oklahoma City is toprovide collegiate level career and trans-fer educational programs and supportiveservices, that will prepare individuals tolive and work in an increasingly techno-logical and global community.Institutional Effectiveness. The Institu-tional Effectiveness effort provides for along-term commitment to institutionalchange through assuring effective, on-going institutional self-study processes.These efforts are an integral part of insti-tutional decision-making system and thestudent learning and growth process.The purpose of the Institutional Effective-ness effort on campus is to ensure thatsystems are in place that: determineinstutional effectiveness, are improve-ment oriented, maximize limited re-sources, provides meaningful and qualityinformation to faculty, service providersand students to assist in decision mak-ing, provide an effective guide for futureplanning.

The process for determining institu-tional effectiveness is linked to the majorfunctions of the mission—to providecollegiate-level career and transfer edu-cational programs and supportive ser-vices, developmental education, con-tinuing education, and access that willprepare individuals to live and work in anincreasingly technological and globalcommunity. It is driven by a process ofcritical self-examination and is directlyrelated to improving curriculum and thequality of teaching and learning whtin theinstitution. OSU-OKC's plan calls for acontinuous quality improvement processacross the campus that engages facultyin thinking about the purpose and mis-sion of education; and ultimately devel-ops a program that will assess and docu-ment student academic achievement.Functions of OSU-OKC. OSU-OKCmaintains an open-door policy that pro-vides access to higher education for alleligible individuals, and treats all stu-dents fairly and equally and with nodiscrimination, regardless of social,economic or academic background. Itprovides learning opportunities for stu-dents to complete an Associate in Ap-plied Science degree, an Associate ofScience degree or Certificate Programprimarily in technical education. It pre-

pares students for upper-division aca-demic study at a four-year college oruniversity.

When appropriate, OSU-OKC partici-pates in reciprocal and cooperativerelationships with educational and vari-ous other types of institutions.

OSU-OKC provides students the op-portunity to acquire the knowledge andskills that enable them to accomplishspecified career or personal educationalgoals. It provides a developmental stud-ies program to enable students to besuccessful at the college level. It pro-vides a complete student services pro-gram, including academic advisement,career planning and placement, enroll-ment management, counseling services,judicial programs and services, admis-sions and records, minority student pro-grams and services, veterans services,student activities, financial aid, assess-ment, student support services and childcare.

OSU-OKC conducts workshops, semi-nars and conferences to accommodatethe needs of local business, industry andcommunity groups on a noncredit basis.It engages in a broad campus-wideprogram of assessment and improve-ment, including regular and systematicreview of program and funding sources,in order to conduct long- and short-rangeplanning, and to provide and encouragefaculty and staff development activities tomeet stated goals and to improve effi-ciency and effectiveness.

OSU-OkmulgeeRobert Klabenes, Provost andPresident of Oklahoma StateUniversity-OkmulgeeLinda Avant, Associate VicePresident, Academic Support andDevelopmentSandra Massey, Interim Dean,Student Support and DevelopmentKen Morris, Vice Provost, BusinessServicesLarry Williams, Vice President forUniversity Services and Advancement

Oklahoma State University-Okmulgeeoffers collegiate advancing technologyprograms of study that culminate in anassociate in applied science degree.This residential branch campus is notedfor the quality of its facilities and equip-ment, as well as its benchmark quality oftechnological and academic education.

OSU-Okmulgee's core curriculum isas diverse and innovative as its student

body. Individuals receive the compre-hensive education required to preparethem as competitive members of a world-class workforce and to be contributingmembers of society.

OSU-Okmulgee offers more than 35degrees and six diplomas in addition tothe General Studies department for stu-dents who are undecided about theirmajors. Included in the diversified in-structional departments are the followingfields of study: air conditioning and refrig-eration technology; automotive technol-ogy; business technology; computersystems technology; construction tech-nology; diesel and heavy equipmenttechnology; electrical and electronicstechnology; engineering graphics tech-nology; hospitality services technology;distinctive manufacturing technology;small business occupations; and visualcommunications.

OSU-Okmulgee's college creditcourses are unique in Oklahoma. TheOkmulgee campus blends the best ofemerging technologies, enhanced com-puter applications and general educa-tion to prepare students for rewardingcareers in business and industry. Thecomprehensive higher education re-ceived by students at OSU-Okmulgeemakes these students highly marketable.Graduates from the college usually godirectly from graduation to a waiting joband a bright future in terms of potentialadvancement. Today, there are OSU-Okmulgee graduates with outstandingskills and professional ethics working injobs in virtually every corner of the world.The educational experience at OSU-Okmulgee is "hands on" from the day thestudent enters college.

OSU-Okmulgee operates on a year-round, three semester basis. New se-mesters begin in early January, late Apriland late August, each lasting for 15weeks. The academic programs offeredeach semester are complemented bycontemporary facilities and state-of-the-art instructional equipment.

The first college in the state to issue awarranty for its graduates, and the devel-oper of the model adopted throughoutOklahoma, OSU-Okmulgee awards aGraduate Performance Guarantee. Thisguarantee assures the student and firstemployer that the graduate will enter theworkplace with a set of pre-determinedskills and competencies. The GraduatePerformance Guarantee from OSU-Okmulgee is a "win-win" situation for thestudent, the campus, business and in-dustry. The Graduate Performance Guar-antee is tangible evidence of the confi-dence in the quality of the comprehen-sive high technology education offeredto students at OSU-Okmulgee.


Oklahoma State University-Okmulgeeis located at 1801 E. 4th Street,Okmulgee, Oklahoma 74447-3901. Thetoll-free phone number at OSU-Okmulgee is 1-800-722-4471. Informa-tion can also be found on the Internetsite (www.osu-okmulgee.edu).

OSU-TulsaGary L. Trennepohl, PresidentAnthony Brown, Interim AssociateVice-President for Academic Affairs

Oklahoma State University, LangstonUniversity, Northeastern State University,and the University of Oklahoma offerundergraduate and graduate courses atOSU-Tulsa. Each institution is authorizedto offer specific degree and certificateprograms. For undergraduate programs,lower-division courses (1000-and 2000-level) are available at Tulsa CommunityCollege. Upper-division courses (3000-and 4000-level) are offered at OSU-Tulsaby the institution delivering the degreeprogram. Both master and doctoral levelgraduate degrees are available.

Each student wishing to attend OSU-Tulsa must be admitted to one of the fourparticipating institutions. A student mustseek admission into the university offer-ing the academic degree program ofchoice. All students must comply withadmission procedures of their homeuniversity. Once admitted, regulationspublished in the home university cataloggovern the student's pursuit and comple-tion of the degree program.

Each participating university providesadmission, financial aid and academicadvising services at OSU-Tulsa.Financial aid for students is availablethrough their home universities. Scholar-ships are also available from OSU-Tulsa.Students must enroll and pay tuition atOSU-Tulsa. The students' home univer-sity maintains their official academicrecords and transcripts. Faculty are hiredby the university offering the degreeprogram. Upon completion of an aca-demic program, the student's homeuniversity grants the degree. Studentsare responsible for making certain eachcourse taken will apply toward the cho-sen degree or certificate program.Courses taken from other participatinguniversities are treated as transfer creditcourses. Transfer credit hours are ap-plied to a student's degree program inaccordance with regulations of thestudent's home university.

OSU-Tulsa is administered by a Boardof Trustees and under the governingauthority of the OSU Board of Regents.

Classes are held at 700 N. GreenwoodAve., Tulsa, OK 74106-0700. Semesterclass schedules are published by OSU-Tulsa and distributed on the Stillwatercampus through the OSU Office of Ad-missions and the Graduate College. Formore information, contact the OSU-Tulsacampus at 918-594-8270 or visit theOSU-Tulsa Internet site (www.osu-tulsa.okstate.edu).

Regents’ Resolu-tion on Disrup-tion of the Edu-cational Process

A resolution of the Board of Regents forOklahoma State University to furtherclarify existing student regulations. Sec-tion 1, "Legal Obligation of the Student,"as it pertains to the disruption of the edu-cational process, was adopted in theregular monthly meeting at Stillwater,Oklahoma, on July 11, 1970:

Be it resolved by the Board of Regentsof Oklahoma State University:

I. That this statement known as "Emer-gency Disciplinary Procedure in Casesof Disruption to the University's Educa-tional Process" containing the followingprovisions be enacted:A. Definition of Disruptive Conduct

Oklahoma State University has longhonored the right of the individual to freediscussion and expression, of peacefuldemonstration, and of petition andpeaceful assembly. That these rights area part of the fabric of this institution and ofthe nation as stated in the Bill of Rights isnot questioned. They must remain se-cure. It is equally clear, however, that in acommunity of learning, willful disruptionof the educational process, destructionof property, and interference with therights of other members of the communitycannot be tolerated.B. Responsibility of the Student

Any student, who willfully by use ofviolence, force, coercion, threat, intimi-dation or fear, obstructs, disrupts or at-tempts to obstruct or disrupt, the normaloperations or functions of the University,or who orally or in writing advises, pro-cures, or incites others to do so, shall besubject to dismissal from the University.

The following, while not intended to beexclusive, illustrates the offenses encom-passed herein: occupation of any Uni-versity building or part thereof with intentto deprive others of its use; blocking theentrance or exit of any University building

or corridor or room therein; setting fire toor by any other means substantiallydamaging any University building orproperty, or the property of others onUniversity premises; any possession ordisplay of or attempt or threat to use oruse of firearms, explosives, other weap-ons or destructive means or devices,except as necessary for law enforce-ment, in any University building or on theUniversity campus; prevention of theconvening, continuation or orderly con-duct of any University class or activity orof any lawful meeting or assembly in anyUniversity building or on the Universitycampus; inciting or organizing attemptsto prevent student attendance at classes;and, interfering with or blocking normalpedestrian or vehicular traffic on theUniversity campus.C. Responsibility of the President

When it appears that there is a viola-tion of Section I-A or I-B, it shall be theduty of the president (and he or she isfully authorized to act) to take all stepswhich the president deems advisable toprotect the assumed and designatedinterests of Oklahoma State Universityand to see that its rules, regulations andpolicies are enforced. The presidentshall ensure that any person or personsfound guilty after proper hearing shall bedisciplined in accordance with the exist-ing Oklahoma State University studentdisciplinary regulations.

In carrying out these duties, the presi-dent may call upon any member of theUniversity administration, or any memberof the faculty, and the president may callupon any agency of the University cre-ated to deal with cases arising underSection A. Action by any state or federalcourt shall not preclude the Universityfrom exercising its disciplinary authority.D. Responsibility of the Board of Regents

The Board of Regents recognizes thatby the Constitution and Statutes it has thepower to make such rules and regula-tions for the management of the Univer-sity as it may deem necessary and expe-dient, not inconsistent with the Constitu-tion and laws of the state. While the Re-gents fully appreciate their obligations inthis respect, they further recognize that indealing with those offenses against theUniversity defined in Section A hereof,they must impose the duty and authorityof enforcing the policies set forth hereinin the principal executive officer of theUniversity—the president. It will be theresponsibility of the Board of Regents tofurnish all possible assistance to thepresident when requested by the presi-dent.

II. Subject to the provisions of SectionsI-A through I-D, it shall be the duty of thepresident to exercise full authority in theregulation of student conduct and in

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matters of student discipline. In the dis-charge of this duty, delegation of suchauthority may be made by the presidentto administrative or other officers of theinstitution, in such manner and to suchextent as may by the president bedeemed necessary and expedient; pro-vided, that in the discharge of this duty itshall be the duty of the president to se-cure to every student the right of dueprocess.

III. The text of this resolution shall beprinted in the "Student Regulations" sec-tion of the Student Handbook of the Uni-versity and in the University Catalog.

Student RightsandResponsibilities

By enrolling at OSU, students acceptthe responsibility for complying with allapplicable laws and University policies,while retaining the rights guaranteedunder the Constitution of the UnitedStates. OSU expects students to showrespect for the rights of others and forlawful authority, to represent themselvestruthfully and accurately at all times, torespect private and public property, tofulfill contractual obligations includingthose that are financially made with theUniversity, and to take responsibility fortheir own actions and the actions of theirguests. Students are held accountablefor their actions on and off campus in theStillwater community.

In order to help ensure that studentsunderstand their rights and responsibili-ties, the OSU "Student Rights and Re-sponsibilities Governing Student Behav-ior" policy statement codifies and clarifiesmajor areas of student rights and respon-sibilities. The University makes this docu-ment available on the OSU homepage onthe Internet. Additionally, printed copiesmay be obtained by students on requestin the offices of the Executive Vice-Presi-dent, the Vice-President for Student Af-fairs, the Associate Vice-President forMulticultural Affairs, Director of Affirma-tive Action, student academic servicesoffice of each college, Student ConductOffice, University Residential Life, Stu-dent Activities, the Student Union Infor-mation Desk and the Edmon Low LibraryReserve Desk.

University PoliceServices

Public Safety

Philosophy and ServiceThe Oklahoma State University Police

Department is dedicated to enhancingthe opportunity for students, faculty andstaff to participate in the educationalexperience by providing a safe, pro-tected and orderly environment. As aservice organization, the departmentoffers a full range of police resources,including area patrols, criminal investiga-tions, crime prevention, facilities securityanalysis, event planning, and parkingmanagement and enforcement. In addi-tion, members of the department serveon University and community commit-tees, provide training and specializedpresentations to campus organizationsand living groups, participate in the de-sign and installation of safety and trafficcontrol devices, and act as special ad-visers to all campus departments andadministration. The professional policemen and women, full-time staff members,and part-time employees are all hand-picked to meet the high standards andmultidimensional mission of a publicsafety department.

The OSU Police Department was re-cently the recipient of Community Polic-ing grants allowing for an increase ofsworn officers to a total of 32. The depart-ment employs a number of part-timeemployees (student employees) to per-form low-threat duties such as parkingenforcement, entrance and motoristassists, and selected assignments deal-ing with traffic and crowd control.Through efficient management of re-sources and success in gaining grantfunding, the department continues toprovide highly trained officers with state-of-the-art communications and policeequipment.

Policies and procedures have beenadopted that stress conservation ofequipment and supplies. Grants from theDepartment of Justice and other sourceshave allowed the complete computeriza-tion of the records keeping, report writingand data management functions, as wellas the hiring of six additional police offic-ers. A problem-solving grant has focusedattention on larcenies and thefts on cam-pus, and has resulted in better methodsof securing and protecting individualproperty. Overall, the department hasgained more than four hundred thousand

dollars in grant support to provide theOSU community with better protectionand police services. All officers aretrained in the principles of CommunityOriented Policing.

OSU Police and cadet officers providea positive image to visitors and membersof the campus community, whether it isproviding directions, parking information,or just a friendly welcome. Officers repre-sent the University as a group of caringand professional people, intent uponenhancing a friendly community atmo-sphere. Necessary enforcement in-cludes using alternatives to arrest whenreasonable, and full cooperation withadministrative services and functionsthat have an impact on student conduct.Enforcement efforts are geared towardproviding a safe community.

OSU Police participation in athleticand special event staging and planningensures that all aspects of safety andsecurity of participants are considered.OSU Police officers provide professionalcrowd control and traffic regulation be-fore, during, and after such events. Asfirst responders to emergency situations,OSU Police are often cited by citizens fordecisiveness and professionalism.

Students and staff find the OSU Policewilling to share statistics, insights, andexperiences as a basis for class reportsor vocational interest. OSU Police man-agers seek proactive means to avoidproblems and situations, whether it issuggesting added security measures,providing insight on planned activities, orusing investigative analysis to assign adeterrent force.

For the OSU Police, "service" is not justa word or a part of a catchy slogan, but away of life. People programs, such asmotorist assistance, money escorts, andemergency notifications are a part of thedepartment's efforts to be involved in thecommunity. OSU's emergency phonesystem was recently updated and ex-panded, and there are currently 46 emer-gency phones strategically located oncampus. These phones, with immediateresponse from the police, have been inoperation since 1979 and are still beingcopied by other universities. The depart-ment employs 16 cadet officers forlargely parking enforcement, but campusorganizations needing reliable and pro-fessional-appearing drivers often ar-range to use members of the cadetcorps.

Operating under a 1989 grant from theOklahoma Highway Safety Office, theOSU Police launched the program Cam-pus Community Alcohol Safety Effort(C-CASE), aimed at promoting seatbeltuse and educating citizens, primarilystudents, about the effects and penaltiesof alcohol use and abuse. A second


positive effect of the C-CASE effort wasthe strict enforcement of alcohol-relatedlaws, that has shown dramatic results ingetting the drunk driver off campusstreets and consequentially preventingalcohol-related accidents. This programcontinues with a combination of educa-tion and enforcement efforts.

Thousands of visitors, campers, fisher-men, and sightseers visit Lake CarlBlackwell and surrounding recreationalareas. OSU Police officers providefriendly and efficient police protection,including lake patrol and rescue opera-tions on the water.

Overall, the OSU Police Departmentbelieves in providing proactive law en-forcement and service to the Universitycommunity.

Crime Awareness

Security, Prevention,Statistics, Intervention

CrimeIt is an unfortunate fact that criminal

incidents of all types occur on collegecampuses. Many campuses around thecountry investigate and make public thenature of crimes, the number, and howthey are investigated. Oklahoma StateUniversity subscribes to that approachand further believes that the publicshould know how active the OSU Policeare in crime prevention and detection.

The OSU Police sponsor a number ofspecial programs for faculty, staff andstudents designed to provide informationabout campus security practices andprocedures. During freshman parents'orientation each summer and monthlynew employee seminars, procedures,suggested practices, availability of perti-nent information, and individual respon-sibilities are discussed. The OSU Policecrime prevention staff provide additionalsafety and security programs as re-quested. (See also "Avoiding Victimiza-tion.")

The crime statistics for the past threeyears for OSU may be found on theInternet (www.osupd.okstate.edu.)

Reporting CrimesCrime victims, regardless how seem-

ingly insignificant the crime, are encour-aged to promptly report the incident tothe OSU Police or the appropriate policeagency. To report a crime, a victim orwitness need only call the police phonenumber, 311 (non-emergency) and 911for emergencies, and a police officer will

meet the person to gather the informa-tion. An official report is made with cop-ies available to the victim. Each day theincidents from the previous day, exclud-ing names, are summarized and madeavailable to the OSU president, key OSUstaff, other law enforcement agencies,the media, and published on the PublicSafety internet page. Each month thenumber of incidents in each category ofcrime are counted and reported to theOklahoma State Bureau of Investigation,who in turn provides the information tothe Federal Bureau of Investigation. Eachyear, the FBI publishes a book of crimestatistics called Crime in the UnitedStates, that includes accurate account-ing of the criminal incidents that oc-curred on the OSU campus. OSU hasreported crime statistics in this mannersince the FBI began publishing campuscrime statistics in 1971.

Students and others are encouraged toreport crimes or incidents to persons oncampus with significant counselingresponsibilities. The OSU Public SafetyDepartment has further developed pro-cedures for collecting information oncrimes and violations pertaining to liquorlaws, drug-related violations, and weap-ons violations from such counselingpersonnel and persons referred for cam-pus disciplinary actions on these of-fenses. Such violations are publishedalong with other criminal statistics.

Should a student need assistance inreporting crimes or incidents on or offcampus, university counselors or policewill provide guidance, direction or assis-tance.

Crimes in ProgressTo report a crime in progress, a per-

son, victim or witness, can dial 911 oruse one of the outside emergency tele-phones, or call one of the police phonenumbers. Either reporting method willstimulate the response of police, fire,ambulance, or other first responders. Inaddition, the victim of serious crimes canrequest support personnel, such asministers, rape crisis or domestic vio-lence counseling, during or after report-ing.

Additionally, crime victims may beeligible for funds through victim compen-sation laws administered by the Office ofthe District Attorney.

Actual Crime at OSUWhen comparing crime at OSU to

other institutions of similar size, OSU'scrime statistics are among the lowest.While a part of the former Big Eight ath-letic conference, OSU boasted havingfewer crimes than any of the other BigEight universities. As members of the Big

Twelve conference, OSU had the lowestcrime rate according to the 1999 UCRPart I crime statistics.

The crime and arrest statistics reportedare those which occurred within thejurisdictional boundaries of campus.They do not include "off campus" organi-zations or "off campus" private housing;these are within the city's police jurisdic-tion. It is the responsibility of the StillwaterPolice Department to monitor and recordcriminal activities at "off campus" organi-zations or "off campus" private housing.Crime statistics concerning these loca-tions or areas are available at theStillwater Police Department.

Crime StatisticsThe OSU Public Safety Department

collects and publishes crime statistics forthe three most recent calendar yearsconcerning the occurrence on campus,in or on non-campus buildings, or prop-erty and on public property adjacent toOSU, of the following offenses reported tothe local police agencies or to the OSUPolice: Criminal Homicide, Murder andNon-negligent Manslaughter, NegligentManslaughter, Sex Offenses, ForcibleSex Offenses, Robbery, AggravatedAssault, Burglary, Motor Vehicle Theft,Arson, and Arrests for liquor law viola-tions, drug law violations, and illegalweapons possessions. Crime statisticsare also reported by category of preju-dice for any Hate Crimes reported.

All of these statistics are published onthe OSU Public Safety Internet site(www.osupd.okstate.edu) and are alsoavailable in paper form. A paper copycan be obtained by calling the PublicSafety Office or by writing to OSU PublicSafety, 104 USDA Building, OSU,Stillwater, OK 74078 or by requesting acopy electronically at the above Internetsite.

FutureAlthough it is believed that the low

incidence of crime will continue, thisreport is not intended to give a falsesense of security. Crime will occur, butprevention efforts can be effective inreducing the opportunities for criminalactivity. Citizens play a key role in crimeprevention efforts by being cautious,careful, alert to personal safety and pro-tective of personal and University pos-sessions. The crime prevention tipsnoted below should be followed.

Security and AccessControl

It is OSU's policy to lock the doors ofbuildings that are not in use. However,

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Safety maintains an Internet page(www.osupd.okstate.edu). This pageallows access to the daily crime log,crime prevention tips, and links to othersites providing similar information perti-nent to the OSU campus.

Persons may dial the campus phonenumber 744-6063 and have voice mailaccess to crime tip information, crimeupdate, crime prevention tips, and park-ing information.

Alcoholic Beverages andOther Drugs

As set forth in local, state and federallaws, and the rules and regulations of theUniversity, Oklahoma State Universityprohibits the unlawful possession, use, ordistribution of illicit drugs and alcohol bystudents and employees in buildings,facilities, grounds, or other propertyowned and/or controlled by the Univer-sity or as part of University activities.

Under OSU regulations, no low-pointbeer or other alcoholic beverage is al-lowed in OSU housing, including fraterni-ties and sororities, except for marriedstudent housing, regardless of age. Fur-thermore, under the same regulations,the possession/consumption of low-point beer or alcohol by those of legalage (over 21) is allowed only in certaindesignated, non-public places on theOSU campus, properties and facilities.For further explanation, see the pamphlet"OSU Dangers of Drugs and AlcoholAbuse."

Drug and alcohol laws are vigorouslyenforced on the OSU campus. Violatorsare subject to criminal prosecution in theDistrict Court of Payne County. The en-forcement techniques range from plainview violation to long-term undercoverinvestigations by local, state, or federalagents and agencies.

University Counseling Services andthe Employee Assistance Program havecounseling and rehabilitation programsfor students and employees, respec-tively. Should these programs not meetan individual's needs, there are otherprograms in the community or nearbythat may be better suited. A number ofsuch programs are listed in the "OSUDangers of Drugs and Alcohol Abuse"pamphlet.

Students should be aware that a stu-dent who has been convicted of anyoffense under any federal or state lawinvolving the possession or sale of acontrolled substance shall not be eligibleto receive any grant, loan or work assis-tance under this title during the periodbeginning on the date of such convictionand ending after the interval specified inthe table below (the Conference Report

when working or studying in buildingsafter normal working hours, it is sug-gested that individual offices be locked,based upon an assumption that unre-stricted access to the building is pos-sible. Some buildings on campus arerarely locked, at the department's re-quest, since students study and work onprojects all hours of the day and night.Again, individual offices should belocked by the user on a presumption thatthe building is accessible. Residencehalls have open access between thehours of 6 a.m. to midnight, Sundaythrough Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 2 a.m.on Friday and Saturday. During non-open access hours, all residence halldoors are locked except the front deskentrance. Instances of propped opendoors have occurred, and residents areencouraged to take security precautionsin the halls and rooms. Individual roomsshould be locked at all times for safety.

Crime PreventionOSU has experienced success at

reducing and preventing crime. Some ofthe more notable efforts are:Emergency telephone systemEmergency 911 dialing24-hour preventive patrolsCampus foot patrol by uniformed officersPolice officer bicycle patrol

Burglar alarms in key areas24-hour staff in Residence HallsCustodial staff in academic buildings

after hoursCrime prevention seminar presentations

to groupsCrime prevention pamphlets for students

and employeesMonitoring of some parking lots by sur-

veillance camerasCrime stopper telephone line - 744-TIPS

(744-8477)In addition to preventing crime, consid-

erable effort is devoted to crime interven-tion. All reported crimes are investigatedimmediately. Follow-up investigationoccurs to identify the offenders. Wheremultiple incidents occur, surveillancetechniques are implemented to helpapprehend violators. When caught, of-fenders are processed through thecounty court system and OSU whenappropriate.

Police ProtectionThe OSU campus is protected by a

campus police agency consisting of 32sworn officers, 10 support persons, and14 part-time persons. The agency isoperated and available 24 hours a day,

365 days a year. Authority of the swornofficers is derived from state statutes;these allow for full police powers on OSUproperty. In addition by agreement withthe City of Stillwater, campus police andcity police enjoy an excellent workingrelationship. All campus police officersundergo an extensive selection processand meet state-mandated training re-quirements.

Community PolicingThe department subscribes to the

concepts of community policing. Theofficers have been practicing problem-solving concepts for years. The depart-ment now employs six officers throughfederal funding for community policing. Apolice officer bicycle patrol was estab-lished to provide an opportunity for theofficers to have closer contact with stu-dents.

Avoiding VictimizationTips for personal safety and property

security:Be cautious of strangers.Avoid getting into vulnerable no-exit

places.Do not hesitate to call police when con-

fronted by unknown persons.Keep house or residence hall room

locked.At night, walk in groups of at least two.Walk with confidence, and avoid walking

near bushes and parked cars.Become familiar with the location of

emergency telephones.When parking, remove valuables from

plain view and lock the vehicle.Engrave valuables with driver's license

number and record serial numbers.Make copies of credit cards and lists of

other valuables carried on person.Write name and ID number in several

places in textbooks.Lock bicycle in a bicycle rack.Report all incidents and losses to police

immediately.When serious crimes occur on or off

campus that are considered to be athreat to the campus community, thatinformation will be provided to faculty,staff and students. The medium for thisinformation dissemination will be thecampus newspaper, faculty/staff newslet-ters, or in special instances, specificnotices to on-campus residences. Suchnotices may be posted on residence hallentrance doors, in residents' mail boxes,or placed on electronic voice mail. Inaddition, the OSU Department of Public


on the Higher Education Amendments of1998 [H.R. 6], September 25, 1998, Sus-pension of Financial Aid for Drug Con-victions, Sec. 483. Student Eligibility).

If convicted of an offense involving thepossession of a controlled substance,ineligibility period is:

First offense 1 yearSecond offense 2 yearsThird offense IndefiniteIf convicted of an offense involving the

sale of a controlled substance, ineligibil-ity period is:

First offense 2 yearsSecond offense Indefinite

Sexual Assault

What To Do If VictimizedOklahoma State University's preven-

tion efforts in the area of sexual assault(including rape) involve the entire com-munity. Many groups are involved insexual assault prevention. These groupsinclude the OSU Police Department,Residential Life, University Counseling,OSU faculty, Greek Life, University Con-duct Office, OSU Student Health Center,OSU Mental Health, PaNOK (studentswho are peer educators), and OSU staffpersonnel. They provide training pro-grams, presentations, and workshops toany interested individuals or groups.

Program topics generally includestranger rape, date and acquaintancerape, rapist characteristics, rape traumasyndrome, and victim recovery. An in-creasing number of presentations, ex-plaining the male's role in sexualassaults, are directed to all male audi-ences, such as fraternities and athleticteams.

Procedures to FollowA victim of sexual assault should follow

certain procedures and consider severaloptions. These procedures and optionsare clearly outlined in the rape avoid-ance seminars mentioned previouslyand "Rape Prevention" pamphlets madeavailable to the OSU community. Theseeducational programs and pamphletsalso outline techniques and strategiesthat help people recognize and avoidsexual assault threats.

Evidence. Preserving evidence is ofparamount importance after a sexualassault. Victims should be careful not tobathe, douche, wash clothing, or tamperwith other potential evidence after asexual assault. The first inclination maybe to do one or more of these; however,the temptation should be resisted.

Evidence is critical in a criminalprosecution.

Contacting the Police Department.When a sexual assault is reported to theOSU Police Department or to theStillwater Police Department, an officer isdispatched. Determining the extent ofphysical and emotional trauma that thevictim has suffered will be the officer'sfirst concern. If the attack just occurred,the officer will want a brief review of theevents, a description of the assailant, thedirection of travel, and a description ofthe vehicle used by the assailant, if any.This information is necessary in order toapprehend the assailant as soon aspossible. After the initial interview, theofficer or whomever is designated by thevictim, will assist in getting a completechange of clothes.

Agreeing to have a Sexual AssaultExamination. An officer or designee willtake the victim to the Student HealthClinic or the Stillwater Medical Center tobe examined by a physician. A completephysical examination will be given aswell as treatment for any injuries. A friendor relative may be permitted toaccompany the victim. In addition, thevictim may be examined for the purposeof obtaining evidence that would beneeded in court. Appropriate antibiotictherapy can be given to decrease thechances of developing venerealdisease. After the examination at thehospital, the officer may bring the victimback to the police headquarters oranother location to complete theinterview. Again, a counselor isencouraged to be present.

The victim of a rape is not responsiblefor legal expenses related to the criminalprosecution. The case is prosecuted bythe Office of the District Attorney. Thevictim only has to contribute time. TheStillwater Medical Center can provideinitial medical services for rape victims.The Crime Victims Compensation Boardcan provide payment for medical ser-vices and counseling, even if chargesare not filed. The victim need only file anapplication with the Office of the DistrictAttorney.

Police Investigation. Later, at policeheadquarters, the victim will be asked tobe more specific about the events of theattack. A person of the victim's choosingmay accompany the victim during thisperiod. This questioning is done to helpthe investigation and to help arrange theevents firmly in mind. The victim'scomments will probably be taperecorded for future reference. This willmake testifying in court much easier and

less frightening. It will be handledconsiderately and courteously. Only theinvestigating officer will ask questions.Based on conversations with the officer,the victim can then decide whether ornot to file charges. Threats orharassment of a rape victim aftercharges have been filed are rare. Whenfinished at police headquarters, thevictim can go to a place of their choice.OSU and Stillwater Police officers havebeen trained to deal with sexual assaultvictims. However, if the victim should feeluncomfortable speaking to a maleofficer, every effort will be made to notifya female officer, female counselor, orfemale volunteer.

A rape or sexual assault may be re-ported to the hall director, a universitycounselor, or health worker at the Stu-dent Health Center. Charges do not haveto be filed against the attacker if a rape isreported. However, it is wise to give infor-mation to the police anyway. The infor-mation and suspect description may helplocate a suspect in other offenses andpossibly prevent another person frombecoming the victim of a rape. The po-lice will not know that there is a rapist oncampus unless they are told. The policewill not pressure the victim to filecharges.

Victims of sexual assault can elect tohave personal information eliminatedfrom police reports.

Support Services

University Conduct Office. If the victimdoes not want the case to be addressedthrough the criminal justice system,another alternative is available. Casesinvolving students who are accused ofnon-academic misconduct might beassigned to the Office of StudentConduct. Persons found guilty of sexualassault, forcible or non-forcible, could beplaced on probation or suspended fromOSU. Both the accuser and the accusedare entitled to the same opportunities tohave others present during a campusdisciplinary hearing, and both areentitled to be informed of the outcome ofany disciplinary proceeding. Furtherinformation can be obtained bycontacting the Office of Student Conductat 744-5470. Also, a copy of the"Student's Rights and Responsibilities"can be obtained at various locations oncampus.

Role of Housing. The hall directors andresident assistants who work in theresidence halls continually attend sexualassault training programs, and they learnhow to respond to a student who hasbeen victimized by a sexual or physical

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attack. They have been informed aboutthe resources available; in fact, somehave been trained to conduct sexualassault presentations and workshops. Avictim of a sexual assault may requestassistance from the University admin-istration in changing academic and/orliving situations where a continued threatmay be reasonably assumed.

Role of Counseling Services. The OSUStudent Health Center and UniversityCounseling Services provide individualand group counseling services for thosevictimized by sexual or physical assault.Services are available to all OklahomaState University students, regardless ofgender, and their significant others.

The psychological and emotionaltrauma after a sexual assault can bepainful. Possible symptoms include:eating disorders, sleep disturbances,lack of trust, guilt feelings, depression,mood swings, and relationship and com-munication problems. Sexual assaultincidents can only be greatly reducedwhen men and women understand thedynamics involved in sexual assaultsand are willing to participate in educa-tional programming and ongoing com-munication.

UniversityAcademicRegulationsContents—Academic Regulations1. Admission-Withdrawal

1.1 Admission of Freshmen1.2 Admission of Transfer Students1.3 Admission to Certain

Professional Programs1.4 International Student English

Proficiency Requirement1.5 Satisfactory Academic Progress1.6 Scholastic Requirements for

Student under AcademicProbation in an Under-graduate College

1.7 Academic Suspension1.8 Reinstatement after Academic

Suspension1.9 Readmission1.10 Withdrawing from the

University2. Student Status

2.1 Classification of Students2.2 Full-time Students2.3 Part-time Students

2.4 Special Students3. Requirements

3.1 Date of Matriculation

3.2 Changes in DegreeRequirements

3.3 Honors Programs3.4 General Education

Requirements3.5 English Composition

Requirement3.6 English Proficiency

Examination3.7 Substitution of Required

Courses3.8 Waiving of Required Courses3.9 Changing Majors3.10 Deadline for Completion of

Requirements3.11 Second Baccalaureate Degree3.12 Pre-finals Week

4. Credits4.1 Residence Credit4.2 Extension and Correspondence

Credit4.3 Transfer Credit from Other Ac-

credited Four-year Institutions4.4 Transfer Credit from Junior

Colleges4.5 Transfer Students with Less

Than a "C" Grade-pointAverage

4.6 Credit by Exam4.7 Validation Examination Credit4.8 Graduate Credit Hours for a

Senior4.9 Semester Credit Hour4.10 Foreign Language Credit for

Native Speakers

5. Enrollment5.1 Course Numbering System5.2 Maximum Semester Credit

Hour Load5.3 Adding Courses5.4 Dropping Courses5.5 Concurrent Enrollment5.6 Prerequisites to Upper-division

and Graduate-division Courses5.7 Class Enrollment Maxima5.8 Priority Enrollment5.9 Late Enrollment5.10 Payment of Tuition and Fees5.11 Audit5.12 Minimum Class Size

6. Grades and Grading6.1 Official Transcripts6.2 Grade Interpretation6.3 Grade-point System6.4 Grade-point Average

Calculating6.5 Freshman Progress Reports6.6 Pass-No Pass Grading System6.7 Pass-Fail Grading System6.8 Grade Reports6.9 Correcting Grades Reported in

Error6.10 Grade Appeals6.11 Honor Roll6.12 Academic Dishonesty or

Misconduct6.13 Academic Forgiveness

7. Graduation7.1 Graduation Requirements7.2 Residence Requirements7.3 College Enrollment

Requirement7.4 Residence Waiver for Certain

Premedical Students7.5 Minimum Hours for Graduation7.6 Grade-point Average for

Graduation7.7 Payment of Graduation Fees7.8 Requirements for Honors

Degree7.9 Diploma Application7.10 Presence at Commencement

Exercises7.11 Graduation with Distinction

In addition to these minimal regulations,additional college, department or pro-gram requirements may apply. Studentsare advised to review all steps of theiracademic progress with their academicadviser.

1. Admission—Withdrawal

1.1 Admission of Freshmen. Policiesand procedures governing the admissionof new freshmen are detailed in anothersection of the Catalog. (See "Admission"section.)1.2 Admission of Transfer Students.Policies and procedures governing theadmission of transfer students are de-tailed in another section of the Catalog.(See "Admission" section.)1.3 Admission to Certain ProfessionalPrograms. Admission to certain pro-grams as approved by the University maybe restricted. (See "Admission" sectionand college sections in the Catalog.)1.4 International Student English Profi-ciency Requirement. As a condition ofadmission to undergraduate study atOSU, all persons for whom English is asecond language shall be required topresent a minimum paper-based score of500 or a minimum computer-basedscore of 173 on the Test of English as aForeign Language (TOEFL). (See "Ad-mission" section of the Catalog.)1.5 Satisfactory Academic Progress.Students not under academic suspen-sion from the University are judged to bemaking satisfactory progress toward theireducational objectives. They are eligibleto enroll in any of the undergraduatecolleges except as may be restricted.(See "Admission to Certain ProfessionalPrograms.")1.6 Scholastic Requirements for Con-tinuing Enrollment of a Student underAcademic Probation in an Undergradu-ate College. For continued enrollment inan undergraduate program, a studentmust have earned a retention grade-point average as follows:


Total graduation/ Minimum retentionretention hours grade-point

attempted average required

0 through 30 1.7031 or more 2.00

Freshman students, (30 or fewer credithours, as defined by OSRHE policy), witha retention GPA of 1.70 to less than 2.00will be placed on academic notice.These students should remain in contactwith their student academic serviceoffices regarding special academicsupport services and procedures.

Any student not maintaining a retentionGPA as indicated above will be placedon probation for one semester. At the endof that semester, he or she must have asemester GPA of 2.00, not to includeactivity or remedial courses, or meet theminimum standard required above, inorder to continue as a student.

All courses in which a student has arecorded grade will be counted in thecalculation of the grade-point averagefor retention purposes excluding anycourses repeated or reprieved, andexcluding remedial courses and physi-cal education activity courses. Thesecalculations are made three times peryear, to coinside with the conclusion ofthe fall and spring semesters, and thecollective summer term. Grades submit-ted after these calculations are carriedforward to the next calculation. (See also"Grade-point Average Calculating" and"Academic Forgiveness.")

A senior, with 90 or more hours in aspecified degree program, who hasfailed to meet the retention grade-pointaverage of 2.00 or the semester GPA of2.00, may enroll, at the discretion of theinstitution, in an additional 15 semesterhours in a further attempt to achieve therequirements for retention. Such studentswill be afforded this extension one timeonly.

Seniors must achieve a 2.00 GPA orabove for each semester of course workcomprising this one-time exception. Tocontinue beyond the 15-hour exception,the senior must raise the retention GPA to2.00. A part-time senior would be permit-ted to take up to 15 additional hours if thestudent achieves a minimum 2.00 GPAeach semester.

A student enrolling on probationshould seek help from an academicadviser and a counselor in the UniversityCounseling Services when deciding onan academic load and extracurricularactivities. A student whose poor gradesmay have been caused by health prob-lems should seek the help of a physician.1.7 Academic Suspension. A student onprobation will be suspended when he orshe earns a semester GPA of less than a2.00 in regularly-graded course work not

including activity or remedial courses,and the retention grade-point average forall hours attempted falls below the follow-ing:Total graduation/ Minimum retentionretention hours grade-point

attempted average required

0 through 30 1.7031 or more 2.00

Freshman students, (30 or fewer credithours, as defined by OSRHE policy), witha retention GPA of 1.70 to less than 2.00will be placed on academic notice.These students should remain in contactwith their student academic serviceoffices regarding special academicsupport services and procedures.

All courses in which a student has arecorded grade will be counted in thecalculation of the grade-point averagefor retention purposes excluding anycourses repeated or reprieved and ex-cluding remedial courses and physicaleducation activity courses. These calcu-lations are made three times per year, tocoincide with the conclusion of the falland spring semesters, and the collectivesummer term. Grades submitted afterthese calculations are carried forward tothe next calculation. (See also "Grade-point Average Calculating" and "Aca-demic Forgiveness.")

A senior, with 90 or more hours in aspecified degree program, who hasfailed to meet the retention grade-pointaverage of 2.00 or the semester GPA of2.00, may enroll, at the discretion of theinstitution, in an additional 15 semesterhours in a further attempt to achieve therequirements for retention. Such studentswill be afforded this extension one timeonly.

Seniors must achieve a 2.00 GPA orabove for each semester of course workcomprising this one-time exception. Tocontinue beyond the 15-hour exception,the senior must raise the retention GPA to2.00. A part-time senior would be permit-ted to take up to 15 additional hours if thestudent achieves a minimum 2.00 GPAeach semester.1.8 Reinstatement after AcademicSuspension. A student who has beensuspended from the University for aca-demic reasons may not be readmitteduntil one regular semester (fall or spring)has elapsed (unless the faculty appealscommittee grants immediate reinstate-ment). Students who wish to appealsuspension status should inquire aboutprocedures and deadlines from the Of-fice of the Executive Vice President.

Readmission after one regular semes-ter has elapsed will be considered on themerits of the individual case. Suspendedstudents can be readmitted only onetime. If a student is suspended a secondtime, he or she must attend another insti-

tution and raise the retention GPA beforereadmission to OSU can be considered.

Beginning with the Spring and Summersemesters of 1998, a student suspendedfrom OSU at the end of the spring semes-ter may continue in the summer semesterat OSU if this spring suspension was thestudent's first suspension. The studentmust complete a minimum of six hoursand must achieve a 2.00 summer semes-ter GPA, or raise the graduation/retentionGPA to the OSRHE standard, in order tocontinue in the subsequent fall semester.The student should contact his or herdean's office for additional informationand restrictions. (See also "AcademicSuspension.")1.9 Readmission. A student who hasattended OSU but was not enrolled dur-ing the immediate past semester (exceptthe summer session) must submit anupdated Application for Admission. Astudent who has enrolled in anothercollege or university since last attendingOSU, must submit a transcript from eachschool. Admission status will be deter-mined after an evaluation of the previouswork has been made.1.10 Withdrawing from the University.Withdrawing refers to withdrawing fromall courses for which a student is en-rolled for a given semester. The with-drawal process is initiated in thestudent's dean's office.

Beginning with the Fall 1998 semestera student who withdraws prior to the endof the 12th week of a regular semester orthe sixth week of a summer session, orproportionate periods for block or shortcourses, will receive a grade of "W" (with-drawn) on the student's academicrecord. A student who withdraws after the12th week of a regular semester or thesixth week of a summer session but priorto "Pre-finals Week," will receive a gradeof "W" (withdrawn) or "F" (failing) as as-signed by the instructor of each course.The grade of "W" or "F" will be recordedon the student's academic record andthe grade of "F" will be calculated in thegrade-point average.

After the beginning of "Pre-finals Week"a student may not withdraw from theUniversity and will be assigned only thegrade of "A," "B," "C," "D," or "F" or (whenappropriate) "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," or "R" bythe instructor of each course at the endof the semester or summer session.

2. Student Status

2.1 Classification of Students. Under-graduate classification is determined bythe criteria below:Freshman fewer than 28 semester

credit hours passedSophomore 28 to 59 semester

credit hours passed

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Junior 60 to 93 semestercredit hours passed

Senior 94 or more semestercredit hours passed

These hours are calculated on gradua-tion/retention hours earned.2.2 Full-time Students. Regular semes-ters: undergraduate students who areenrolled in 12 or more semester credithours are classified as "full-time" stu-dents. Graduate students enrolled in nineor more semester credit hours are classi-fied as "full-time." Summer session: un-dergraduate students who are enrolled insix or more semester credit hours, orgraduate students who are enrolled infour or more semester credit hours, areclassified as "full-time." Credit hoursenrolled in through correspondencestudy are not counted toward full-timestatus, unless the course is independentstudy taken through regular enrollment.

Students engaged in an internship orcooperative education program assign-ment that requires full-time work on theassignment are regarded as full-timestudents when they are enrolled in thenumber of credit hours deemed appropri-ate for the academic credit they receivefor the assignment.

A student holding a 0.50 FTE graduateassistant appointment, and enrolled in aminimum of six hours during the fall orspring semester, and three hours duringthe summer semester will be certified asa full-time graduate student. Any FTEappointment less than 0.50 requires ninehours of enrollment for the fall or springsemester, and four hours of enrollmentfor the summer semester in order for thestudent to be classified as a full-timestudent.

A student enrolled for the final semes-ter of a bachelor's degree program maybe classified as a full-time student ifenrolled in fewer than 12 hours duringthat semester.

A student in the terminal phase of theplan of study leading to a master's ordoctoral degree, may be classified as afull-time student if enrolled in fewer thannine hours during the semester in whichthe degree will be conferred. If the disser-tation, thesis, report, or creative compo-nent is the only item left to complete theplan of study, the student is designatedas being enrolled full-time upon theapproval of the department head anddean of the Graduate College.2.3 Part-time Students. Students whoare enrolled but not meeting the defini-tion of full-time students are classified as"part-time." Undergraduate students areclassified as "half-time" if they are en-rolled in six hours in a regular semester(or three hours in a summer session).Graduate students are classified as "half-

time" if they are enrolled in four hours in aregular semester (or two hours in a sum-mer session).2.4 Special Students. A student whodoes not have immediate plans to enter adegree program but wants to takecourses, may be classified as a "specialstudent." A student on an F-1 visa maynot enroll as a special student since heor she must be admitted to a degreeprogram.

3. Requirements

3.1 Date of Matriculation. Matriculationoccurs when a student first enrolls in anaccredited institution of higher educa-tion. That date will be used in calculatingthe time limit for the use of a given plan ofstudy.3.2 Changes in Degree Requirements.When a student first enrolls at OSU, thedegree requirements are made avail-able. Although the curriculum may berevised before a student graduates, astudent who makes normal progresstoward graduation (completing a four-year degree in not more than six years)will be held responsible for the degreerequirements in effect at the time of ma-triculation, and any changes that aremade, so long as these changes do notresult in semester credit hours beingadded or do not delay graduation. Astudent has the option of adopting thenew requirements that have been estab-lished since matriculation.3.3 Honors Programs. (See "HonorsPrograms" in the Catalog.)3.4 General Education Requirements.Although the University has a generaleducation program, each college deter-mines and publishes the general educa-tion requirements for its degree pro-grams. College requirements may ex-ceed the minima for general educationestablished by the University, which are40 semester credit hours (exclusive ofphysical education activity courses byOSRHE policy):a. six semester credit hours of English

composition;b. three semester credit hours of Ameri-

can history (HIST 1103), and threesemester credit hours of Americangovernment (POLS 1113);

c. at least six semester credit hours ineach of the approved general educa-tion designated areas of Analytical andQuantitative Thought, Humanities,Natural Sciences, and Social andBehavioral Sciences (at least onecourse in each of these four areasmust come from the approved generaleducation lower-division course list,and at least three hours of (A) must bea general education MATH course);

d. at least one course designated asInternational Dimension and onecourse in Scientific Investigation.Substitution of general education

courses is allowed when background forthe major demands greater depth in anarea in which a general education re-quirement is stated. Only in the Analyticaland Quantitative Thought (A) and NaturalSciences (N) areas is substitution of themore advanced lower-division coursepermitted. Such a substitution requiresthe recommendation of the student'sacademic adviser and dean and theapproval of the Office of the ExecutiveVice-President.

Courses used to fulfill general educa-tion requirements are identified by codeletters which appear preceding thecourse titles listed in the back of theCatalog and in the class schedule book.The code letters designate the generaleducation category for which the coursemay be used:

A Analytical and QuantitativeThought

H HumanitiesI International DimensionL Scientific InvestigationN Natural SciencesS Social and Behavioral Sciences

General Education courses are alsoidentified on the Internet, maintained bythe Office of Academic Affairs.

3.5 English Composition Requirement.The University requires a minimum of sixsemester credit hours in English compo-sition for a baccalaureate degree. Therequired sequence of courses is ENGL1113 and ENGL 1213. For those whoqualify, ENGL 1013 or 1313 may besubstituted for ENGL 1113. Students whoearn an "A" or "B" in ENGL 1113 (or ENGL1013 or 1313) or who earn three semes-ter credit hours in English compositionthrough credit by exam, and who havethe consent of their college, may substi-tute ENGL 3323 for ENGL 1213. Studentswho qualify may substitute ENGL 1033 or1413 for ENGL 1213. A third course maybe required by the student's college tosatisfy either an additional compositionor oral communication requirement.3.6 English Proficiency Examination.Effective October, 1993, the EnglishProficiency Examination was waived forstudents who had matriculated since Fall1988 through Spring 1994.3.7 Substitution of Required Courses.In meeting degree requirements a lower-division course may not be substitutedfor an upper-division course require-ment. Substitution policy is governed bythe individual colleges.3.8 Waiving of Required Courses. Amaximum of six semester credit hoursmay be waived. Required courses in


English, American history and Americangovernment cannot be waived, and thetotal number of semester credit hoursrequired for the degree cannot be re-duced. Waive cards must be signed bythe student's adviser, the head of thestudent's major department and the deanof the college.3.9 Changing Majors. Students are ad-vised to select a specific major no laterthan the end of the sophomore year.Students on probation, or not makingsatisfactory progress toward a degree,may change majors only with the ap-proval of the dean of the college in whichthey wish to pursue a different degree.3.10 Deadline for Completion of Re-quirements. Degrees are conferred onlyon specific commencement dates. If astudent completes requirements for adegree after a commencement date, thedegree will be granted at the next sched-uled commencement after the studentfiles a diploma application. (See "Di-ploma Application.") The student mayrequest a certified statement of comple-tion of graduation requirements at theOffice of the Registrar. All candidates fordegrees must have their names listed inthe commencement program.3.11 Second Baccalaureate Degree. Astudent who receives a baccalaureatedegree from OSU may use all applicablecourses toward a second baccalaureatedegree. A minimum of 30 semester credithours of additional work, including allrequirements of the second baccalaure-ate degree, is required. The Bachelor ofUniversity Studies degree has separaterequirements.3.12 Pre-finals Week. Final examina-tions are scheduled at the end of eachsemester and are preceded by pre-finalsweek, which begins seven days prior tothe first day of finals. During pre-finalsweek, all normal class activities willcontinue; however, no assignment, test,or examination accounting for more thanfive percent of the course grade may begiven; and no activity or field trip may bescheduled that conflicts with anotherclass. This excludes makeup and labora-tory examinations, out-of-class assign-ments or projects made prior to pre-finalsweek, and independent study courses.No student or campus organization mayhold meetings, banquets, receptions, ormay sponsor or participate in any activity,program, or related function that requiresstudent participation. Additional informa-tion may be obtained from the studentservices office of each college or theOffice of Academic Affairs.

4. Credits

4.1 Residence Credit. Residence creditis awarded for work taken on campus

(not through correspondence or creditearned by examination) or at a locationofficially designated as a residencecenter by the governing board of theinstitution (e.g., in-state military basesand OSU courses at the University Cen-ter at Tulsa.)4.2 Extension and CorrespondenceCredit. Academic credit is awarded forcourses offered through the extensionoffices of the six colleges, by the Inde-pendent and Correspondence StudyCenter of OSU, or by transfer of workcertified as extension or correspondencecredit by another fully accredited institu-tion.

Extension Credit. OSU will accept,toward a degree, a maximum of eightsemester credit hours earned throughextension at another institution if thatinstitution is fully accredited.

Correspondence Credit. OSU willaccept, toward a degree, a maximum ofeight semester credit hours earnedthrough correspondence at anotherinstitution if that institution is fully accred-ited. Credits earned through corres-pondence cannot exceed one-fourth ofthe credits required for a baccalaureatedegree. (See also "Full-time Status.")4.3 Transfer Credit from Other Accred-ited Four-year Institutions. Except asexcluded in the section on "Transfer ofCredits from Junior Colleges" and "Resi-dence Requirements," credits transferredfrom accredited senior colleges willapply toward baccalaureate degrees inthe same way that they would apply hadthey been earned in residence at OSU.Students may not use transfer credits tosatisfy more than one-half the majorcourse requirements for a departmentunless they have the approval of thehead of that department and the aca-demic dean.4.4 Transfer Credit from Junior Col-leges. Credits will be accepted by trans-fer from a junior college to meet lower-division (i.e., 1000- and 2000-levelcourses) requirements only. A minimumof 60 semester credit hours must beearned at a senior college. Within theseguidelines, transfer credits are subject tothe individual colleges' degree require-ments.4.5 Transfer Students with Less than a"C" Grade-point Average. Students whoare accepted as transfer students withGPAs below OSU's retention standardswill be placed on academic probation.4.6 Credit by Exam. The academicregulations listed below apply to thefollowing examinations: AdvancedPlacement Program (AP), InternationalBaccalaureate Program (IB), CollegeLevel Examination Program (CLEP),Regents College Examinations and OSUAdvanced Standing Examinations.

a. credit earned by examination will notbe placed on a student's transcriptunless he or she is currently enrolledand has successfully completed 12 ormore semester credit hours of aca-demic work at OSU;

b. credit will be recorded with a neutralgrade of "P" (Pass) if the student earnsthe equivalent of a "C" or better on theexamination. No grade is recorded ifthe student fails the exam;

c. the amount of credit by exam whichmay be applied to a degree program issubject only to meeting the residencerequirements of OSU (see "ResidenceRequirements");

d. a native speaker of a foreign language(one whose high-school level instruc-tion was conducted principally in thatlanguage) cannot earn credit towardgraduation in lower-division (1000-2000 level) courses in that language(see "Foreign Language Credit forNative Speakers");OSU Advanced Standing Examinations

may be offered by academic depart-ments on campus in subject areas notoffered through the examination pro-grams listed above. Any currently en-rolled student whose travel, employment,extensive readings or educational expe-rience appear to have given the studentproficiency in a subject that is offered atOSU, equivalent to the proficiency ordi-narily expected of those students whotake the subject in a regular class, mayapply for an examination on the subject.

In addition to the regulations listedabove, to qualify for an OSU AdvancedStanding Examination the student must:e. need the course to meet some require-

ment for a certificate or degree beingpursued at OSU;

f. be enrolled at OSU;g. not have taken an exam over the

course within the preceding sixmonths;

h. receive the approval of the head of thedepartment in which the course isoffered and the dean of the student'scollege;

i. present a valid student I.D. at the ex-amination.Information and application forms

pertaining to OSU Advanced StandingExaminations may be obtained from theOffice of Admissions.4.7 Validation Examination Credit. Astudent may apply to take a validationexamination for a course taken at aninstitution that OSU does not recognizeas accredited. To qualify for a validationexamination, a student must:a. be enrolled at OSU at the time the

student takes the examination;

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b. present the necessary evidence toprove that the student has taken thecourse;

c. obtain the recommendation of theOffice of Admissions and the approvalof the dean and head of the depart-ment in which the course is offered;

d. take the examination within the firstsemester after entering OSU;

e. take only one such examination ineach subject.

f. present a valid student I.D. upon ex-amination.The student obtains the examination

form at the Office of Admissions. Thedean of the college in which the courseis offered appoints a committee of threeto construct, administer and evaluate theexamination. The result is reported to theOffice of Admissions and the Office of theRegistrar where a "P" grade is recorded ifthe examination result is "C" or better. Nofee is required.4.8 Graduate Credit Hours for a Senior.A senior who is graduating from OSU atthe end of a semester or summer sessionmay take a limited number of courses forgraduate credit during the last two se-mesters or summer sessions. The writtenrequest to receive graduate credit mustbe made before the end of the fifth weekof class instruction of a regular semesteror the second week of a summer ses-sion. Such credit may be earned underthe following conditions:a. the student must meet the same admis-

sion requirements and be subject tothe same possible probationary orprovisional restrictions as studentsadmitted in graduate status. The stu-dent must achieve an overall 3.00grade-point average in all courses andmake no less than a "B" in thosecourses for which he or she wantsgraduate credit;

b. the credits must not be required orneeded for the baccalaureate degree;

c. the total registration must not exceed18 credit hours for a semester or ninecredit hours for a summer session;

d. the student must either complete therequirements for the baccalaureatedegree at the end of the semester orsummer session or be within 12 se-mester credit hours of completing suchrequirements at the beginning of thesemester or summer session in whichgraduate credit is requested;

e. admission to courses taken for gradu-ate credit must have the approval ofthe course instructor, the head of thedepartment in which the courses areoffered and the dean of the GraduateCollege;

f. not more than 15 semester credithours taken while a senior may be

approved for graduate credit, and aminimum of 15 semester credit hoursmust be completed in residence afterthe student registers in the GraduateCollege. Courses taken for graduatecredit during the senior year may notbe accepted for graduate credit atinstitutions other than OSU;

g. the use to be made of the graduatecourses will be determined by theadviser when the student registersin the Graduate College and submits aplan of study for an advanced degree.

4.9 Semester Credit Hour. A semestercredit hour is equivalent to (a) 16 50-minute class sessions (including exami-nations) conducted under the guidanceof a qualified instructor plus 32 hours ofpreparation time, or (b) 16 3-hour labora-tory sessions, or (c) 16 2-hour laboratorysessions plus 16 hours of preparationtime. These same equivalencies apply toextension courses, short courses andother learning formats for which aca-demic credit is awarded.4.10 Foreign Language Credit for Na-tive Speakers. A native speaker of aforeign language cannot enroll in or earncredit toward graduation in lower-divi-sion (1000- or 2000-level) courses in thatlanguage. A native speaker of a foreignlanguage is defined as a person whosehigh-school level instruction was con-ducted principally in that language.

Native speakers may occasionallyhave valid reasons for establishing creditin a lower-division course. Requests forsuch consideration should be directed tothe dean of the student's college forrecommendation to the head of the De-partment of Foreign Languages andLiteratures.

5. Enrollment

5.1 Course Numbering System. Allcourses are identified by numbers com-posed of four digits. The first digit indi-cates the class year in which the subjectis ordinarily taken, although enrollment isnot exclusive as to student classification;the second and third digits identify thecourse within the field; and the last digitindicates the number of semester credithours the course carries. For example, acourse numbered 1123 should be inter-preted as a freshman, or beginning, levelcourse carrying three hours of credit. Acourse number beginning with zeroindicates that the course does not carryUniversity credit. A course number end-ing in zero indicates that the coursecarries variable credit.5.2 Maximum Semester Credit HourLoad. Excessive hours will be limited tothe number of semester credit hours 50percent greater than the number ofweeks in the applicable academic se-mester or summer session.

5.3 Adding Courses. Approval of thestudent's academic adviser is requiredfor adding a course. The end of the firstweek of a regular semester or the thirdclass day of a summer session is the lastday a course may be added (nonrestric-tive). A short course may be added nolater than the first day of the short course.With instructor approval, a course maybe added during the second week ofclasses of a regular semester or thefourth or fifth day of a summer session(restrictive).5.4 Dropping Courses. Dropping refersto the dropping of one or more courseswhile remaining enrolled in at least onecourse for a given semester. Coursesmay not be dropped without the approvalof the student's academic adviser.

At any time prior to the end of the sec-ond week of a regular semester or thefirst week of a summer session, or duringthe proportionate period for block or shortcourses, a student may drop a course,and no record of the course will appearon the student's academic record.

Beginning with the Fall 1998 semester,after the deadline for dropping with norecord, but prior to the end of the 12thweek of a regular semester or the sixthweek of a summer session, or proportion-ate periods for block or short courses, astudent may drop a course and the gradeof "W" (dropped) will be recorded on thestudent's academic record.

After the 12th week of a regular semes-ter, or the sixth week of a summer ses-sion, or proportionate periods for block orshort courses, a student may not drop acourse and will be assigned only thegrade of "A," "B," "C," "D" or "F," or (whenappropriate) "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," or "R" bythe instructor at the end of the semester.(Exceptions to this policy may be allowedby petition due to extraordinary circum-stances. A petition requires the signa-tures of the student's instructor, adviserand dean with the grade of "W" or "F"assigned by the instructor.)

A student may not drop any course inwhich a formal charge of academicdishonesty is pending against the stu-dent. If the student is absolved of theformal charge, he or she may drop thecourse with either a "W" or "F" (accordingto the drop grade policy), appearing onthe academic record. If the student isfound guilty, the instructor may take ap-propriate disciplinary action, includingassigning the grade "F" for the assign-ment or the course.5.5 Concurrent Enrollment. A studentwho desires to earn credits concurrentlyat another institution or through corre-spondence, or DANTES (Defense Activityfor Non-traditional Education Support)examinations while enrolled for resi-dence credit at OSU, must secure ap-


proval in advance from his or her dean ifhe or she expects this institution to ac-cept those credits. Armed Forces per-sonnel will be granted 60 days from thedate of their first enrollment to establish,through DANTES examinations, ad-vanced standing in subject matter thatthey mastered while in the ArmedForces.5.6 Prerequisites to Upper-divisionand Graduate-division Courses.When no prerequisites are listed forcourses numbered 3000 or 4000, it isunderstood that the prerequisite is 60credit hours of work completed, or 45credit hours of work completed with anoverall grade-point average of 3.25. Theprerequisite for courses at the 5000 or6000 level is graduate standing in addi-tion to any other prerequisites listed.Instructors may waive prerequisiteswhen the student's background justifiesthis action. Prior approval of the instructormay be required in problems courses,independent study, internships, thesisand dissertation courses, and coursestaught in a professional school.5.7 Class Enrollment Maxima. Themaximum number of students permittedto be enrolled in each section of acourse is determined by the departmenthead and can be increased or de-creased only by the department head ordean.5.8 Priority Enrollment. Currently en-rolled/continuing students register forsummer and fall classes during the latterpart of the preceding spring semester,and for spring classes during the latterpart of the fall semester. In order to facili-tate access to courses required for timelydegree completion, a student's priority forenrollment generally follows academicclass level with seniors having the high-est priority. Some exceptions to this basicpriority may be necessary to accommo-date bona fide student needs, such as aspecial priority for physically disabledstudents. The Office of Academic Affairsdetermines enrollment priorities, andenrollment schedules and priorities arepublished in the Schedule of Classeseach semester.5.9 Late Enrollment. A student is permit-ted to enroll during the first week of asemester or through the third day of asummer session or on the first day of asummer short course. A student enrollinglate will pay a late enrollment fee. Thelate enrollment fee will not be chargedon or prior to the first day of a summershort course.5.10 Payment of Tuition and Fees. Eachstudent may request an estimate of theirtuition and fees from theOffice of theBursar. All fees and tuition (required andoptional) associated with the student'senrollment are due in the Office of theBursar no later than 4:30 p.m. on the 15th

day of each month following billing.Failure to receive a bill, which is mailedto the student's local address or speci-fied billing address, does not relieve thestudent from the financial obligation, anyfinance charges, and other penalties thatmay occur if the account is not paid bythe monthly due date. Fall semester feesare due by September 15, spring semes-ter fees are due by February 15, andsummer session fee due dates varydepending on the session. All accountsnot paid in full by the due date will ac-crue an interest penalty at the rate of 1.5percent monthly (19.56 APR). Anycharges incurred by the University in aneffort to collect on delinquent accountswill be assessed to and will be the re-sponsibility of the account holder. Delin-quent account information is disclosed tocredit reporting agencies, which couldendanger the student's credit rating on alocal or national level. Accounts must becleared before the student can obtain therelease of any records, obtain a tran-script, receive a diploma, or enroll atOSU for subsequent semesters.5.11 Audit. A student who does not wishto receive credit in a course may, withthe approvals of the student's adviserand the instructor of the course con-cerned, attend the class strictly as avisitor. A student who applies to audit acourse promises that he or she will notuse the audit to avoid the rule againstexcessive hours, and that he or she willnot petition or ask in any way for theprivilege of taking an examination toobtain credit after he or she has auditedthe course. The audit form is available inthe Office of the Registrar. (Laboratorycourses, private music lessons and artcourses are not open for audit.)

If a student is already enrolled forcredit in a course, but wishes to changeto auditing that course, the student mustofficially drop the course (or, if appropri-ate, withdraw,) at the time the studentchanges to audit.

A student who has established a per-manent record at OSU may have theaudited course recorded on his or hertranscript with "AU" appearing in place ofthe grade. Not later than one week afterthe close of that semester, the studentmust present to the Office of the Registrarthe instructor's copy of the audit form witha signed statement from the instructor, onthe reverse side, that it is appropriate forthe course to be recorded on thestudent's transcript.

Any individual 65 years or older mayaudit a class at no charge.5.12 Minimum Class Size. The minimumnumber of students required in order fora class to meet is as follows: 20 studentsfor lower-division classes, 12 students forupper-division classes, and eight stu-dents for graduate-level classes.

6. Grades and Grading

6.1 Official Transcripts. All official tran-scripts of the student's academic recordat OSU are prepared and released by theOffice of the Registrar. Copies of tran-scripts from other institutions cannot befurnished.6.2 Grade Interpretation. The quality ofstudent performance in all classes isindicated by the following letter grades:"A," "B," "C," "D," "F," "I," "NP," "P," "S," "U," "W,"or "R." Descriptions of the grades are:Grade "A" ExcellentGrade "B" GoodGrade "C" AverageGrade "D" Below averageGrade "F" Failure

Grade "I." This grade is given to a stu-dent who satisfactorily completed themajority of the course work and whosework averaged "D" or better, but who hasbeen unavoidably prevented from com-pleting the remaining work of the course.The conditions, including appropriatetime limits, for the removal of the "I" areindicated on the official class roll by theinstructor. A condition that the studentmust repeat the course in order to re-move the "I" is not permitted. The maxi-mum time allowed for a student to re-move an "I" is one calendar year. Thedean of the student's college may rec-ommend to the Office of the Registrar theadjustment of this period in exceptionalcircumstances. It is the responsibility ofthe student to satisfy the requirementsstipulated by the instructor at the time the"I" is assigned; it is the responsibility ofthe instructor to initiate action to have thenew grade entered as soon as possibleafter the student fulfills the requirement.The new grade does not result in thedeletion of the "I" symbol from the tran-script. Upon completion of the courserequirements, a second entry is postedbeside the original "I" on the transcript toshow the final grade for the course. Theincomplete grade which is not removedwithin the allotted period becomes apermanent incomplete.

Grade "NP." This grade is given forunsatisfactory work (including that evalu-ated as "D") in courses on the pass-nopass grading system. Both credit hoursand grade-points are ignored in calculat-ing grade-point averages.

Grade "P." This grade is given for pass-ing work in OSU courses approved forpass-no pass and pass-fail grading sys-tems. Both credit hours and grade-pointsare ignored in calculating grade-pointaverages.

Grade "S" or "U." This grade is given forsatisfactory (equivalent to a "C" or better)or unsatisfactory work in remedial

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courses in English, mathematics, read-ing, and science. Both credit hours andgrade points are ignored in calculatinggrade-point averages, and neither gradeis counted in total hours. Effective Fall1995, these courses were CIED 0123,ENGL 0003, 0123, MATH 0123, andUNIV 0111.

Grade "W." This grade indicates thatthe student dropped the course.

Grade "R." This grade is given to astudent in a thesis or dissertation course(5000 or 6000) or a master's degreecreative component course, whencourse work is still in progress. It is theresponsibility of the instructor to initiateaction to have the grade entered as soonas possible after the student completesthe course work. The new grade doesnot result in the deletion of the "R" symbolfrom the transcript, but a second entry isposted beside the original "R" on thetranscript to show the final grade.

Mark of "AU." An "AU" indicates that thestudent audited the course, and re-quested that it be recorded on the aca-demic record. An "AU" is not a grade andis not used in calculating grade-pointaverages.

Mark of "N." An "N" indicates that at thetime grades were due in the Office of theRegistrar, a final grade was not reportedby the student's instructor. An "N" is not agrade and will be changed to the gradeearned within a reasonable time. It is notused in calculating grade-point aver-ages.6.3 Grade-point System. The followinggrade-point system is used in calculatingthe grade-point average.Grade "A" yields 4 grade points per se-

mester credit hour.Grade "B" yields 3 grade points per se-

mester credit hour.Grade "C" yields 2 grade points per se-

mester credit hour.Grade "D" yields 1 grade point per se-

mester credit hour.Grade "F" yields 0 grade points per se-

mester credit hour.6.4 Grade-point Average Calculating. Incalculating grade-point averages, thetotal number of grade points earned isdivided by the total number of hoursattempted. The grade of "I," "NP," "P," "S,""U," "W"," R" or the mark of "AU" or "N" willnot affect the grade-point average.

Semester Grade-point Average. Forpurposes other than retention, all gradesare included in the calculation. For reten-tion purposes, activity and remedialcourses are excluded from the calcula-tion. These courses remain on the tran-script with a notation that they are ex-cluded from the GPA.

Graduation and Retention Grade-pointAverages. All courses in which a studenthas a recorded grade are included in thecalculation, excluding any courses re-peated (with an original grade of "D" or"F") or reprieved and excluding remedialcourses and physical education activitycourses. (See "Academic Forgiveness.")

Cumulative Grade-point Average. Allcourses in which a student has a re-corded grade are included in the calcu-lation.6.5 Freshman Progress Reports. TheSpring Semester 1999 was the last pro-duction of Freshman Progress Reports.6.6 Pass-No Pass Grading System. Anundergraduate student may elect to takeno more than four courses or 15 hours(whichever is greater) during his or heracademic career with the pass-no passgrading option. The option is restricted tothose students who:a. have passed 28 or more semester

credit hours;b. have at least a 2.50 grade-point aver-

age in all hours attempted;c. have met all of the prerequisites for

enrollment in the course in question;d. do not need the course in question for

meeting any requirements for gradua-tion or certification other than as ageneral (unrestricted) elective;

e. have approval of the academic ad-viser.A student who chooses the pass-no

pass option must do so by the last dateon which a course may be added. Oncethe deadline has passed, a student maynot change the choice of grading sys-tems. The pass-no pass option is notidentified on the official class roll andthus is not known to the instructor. Theinstructor assigns a normal grade basedon the quality of the work performed. Thegrades of "A," "B" and "C" are recorded onthe transcript as "P"; the grades of "D" and"F" are recorded as "NP." "W" and "I"grades are recorded without change.The pass-no pass grade will not affectthe grade-point average.

Graduate students should refer to the"Graduate College" section of the Cata-log.6.7 Pass-Fail Grading System. Somecourses are taught only on a pass-failbasis. Such courses are so designated inthe "Course Listings" section of the Cata-log. Students who pass the course areawarded the grade of "P"; those who failthe course are awarded the grade of "F."

Graduate students should refer to the"Graduate College" section of the Cata-log.6.8 Grade Reports. Reports of thegrades of all students are compiledshortly after the end of each semester

and are made available electronically tothe students, the students' advisers andthe students' deans.6.9 Correcting Grades Reported inError. An instructor who reports an incor-rect grade to the Office of the Registrarmay request that office to correct thegrade. The request must be in writingand must have both the departmenthead's and the dean's approvals. In nocase will a grade be lowered after thestudent has been graduated.6.10 Grade Appeals. A student mayappeal a grade given by an instructor incases in which he or she believes thegrade awarded is inconsistent with an-nounced grading policy. (See "StudentRights and Responsibilities" or contactthe Office of the Provost and Vice-Presi-dent for Academic Affairs.)6.11 Honor Rolls. Full-time Students.Full-time undergraduate students (12 ormore semester credit hours in a regularsemester or six or more in a summersession) who complete all enrolled hourswith a semester (not cumulative) grade-point average of 4.00 (i.e., all "A's") andwith no grade of "I" in any course areplaced on the President's List of Distin-guished Students. The grade of "P," "S" or"W" or grades earned through correspon-dence may not be included in meetingthe minimum enrollment required orgrade-point average required for anhonor roll. Students who have completedtheir courses under the same require-ments as outlined above, with a grade-point average of 3.50 or higher and nograde below "C," are placed on theDean's List of Distinguished Students.(See also "Grade-point Average Calculat-ing.")

Part-time Students. Part-time under-graduate students (11 or fewer semestercredit hours in a regular semester or fiveor fewer in a summer session) who haveaccumulated at least 12 semester credithours of "A" during the most recent con-secutive enrollments at OSU, and whocomplete all enrolled hours with a com-bined grade-point average of 4.00 (i.e.,all "A's") and with no grade of "I" in anycourse, are placed on the President'sList of Distinguished Students. The gradeof "P" or "S," or grades earned throughcorrespondence may not be included inmeeting the minimum enrollment re-quired or grade-point average requiredfor an honor roll. Dropping a courseprohibits a part-time student from beinglisted on an honor roll. Special (non-degree-seeking) students are not in-cluded on an honor roll. Students whohave completed their courses under thesame requirements as outlined above,with a combined grade-point average of3.50 or higher and no grade below "C,"


are placed on the Dean's List of Distin-guished Students. (See also "Grade-pointAverage Calculating.")

Once a part-time student is placed onan honor roll, the student must completean additional 12 credit hours, before thestudent is considered again for an honorroll. The student must meet all the abovecriteria at the time of subsequent consid-eration.

(Beginning Spring 1995, and retroac-tive to include Fall 1994, the Dean's Listgrade-point average was 3.50.)6.12 Academic Dishonesty or Miscon-duct. Academic dishonesty or miscon-duct is neither condoned nor tolerated atOklahoma State University. Academicdishonesty is behavior in which a delib-erately fraudulent misrepresentation isemployed in an attempt to gain unde-served intellectual credit, either for one-self or for another. Academic misconductis behavior that results in intellectualadvantage obtained by violating specificdirections, rules, or accepted academicstandards, but without deliberate intent oruse of fraudulent means. (See also Policyand Procedure Letters.)6.13 Academic Forgiveness (Under-graduates). Repeated Courses. A stu-dent may repeat a course and have onlythe second grade, even if it is lower thanthe first grade, included in the calculationof the graduation and retention grade-point averages up to a maximum of fourcourses but not to exceed 18 credithours in which the original grade was a"D" or "F." If a course is repeated morethan once, all grades except the firstattempt are included in the grade-pointaverages. The original course and graderemain on the transcript identified with astatement under the course "Repeated(excluded from GPA)". All other repeatedcourses, those in excess of the 18-hour,four-course maximum and those with agrade of "C" or better in the originalcourse, are included in the grade-pointaverages and identified with a statementunder the course "Repeated (included inGPA)".

Academic Reprieve. A student mayrequest an academic reprieve for allcourses in one semester or two con-secutive semesters if the following condi-tions are met: (a) at least three yearsmust have elapsed between the period inwhich the grades being requested re-prieved were earned and the reprieverequest; (b) the student must haveearned a GPA of 2.00 or higher with nograde lower than a "C" in all regularlygraded course work ( a minimum of 12hours) excluding activity, performanceand remedial courses since the semes-ter requested to be reprieved; (c) thestudent has not previously been grantedan academic reprieve for a semester;

(d) there were extenuating circum-stances which caused the student toperform poorly during the semester.

The request for an academic reprievemust be submitted on the appropriateform to the Office of the Executive Vice-President. A faculty committee appointedby that office reviews each request andeither approves or denies a requestbased on whether or not the studentmeets the conditions stated above andthe committee's judgement concerningthe extenuating circumstances reportedby the student. The courses for a semes-ter that is reprieved are excluded fromthe graduation and retention grade-pointaverages and identified with a statementunder the course "Reprieved (excludedfrom GPA)".

7. Graduation

7.1 Graduation Requirements. Theresponsibility for satisfying all require-ments for a degree rests with the student.Advisers, faculty members and adminis-trators offer help to the student in meetingthis responsibility.7.2 Residence Requirements. A mini-mum of one-half of the upper-divisionrequirements in a student's major fieldmust be earned in residence at OSU.(See "College Enrollment Requirement.")Including the last 18 semester credithours the student must have earned atotal of not less than 30 semester credithours at OSU taken in not less than twosemesters, or one semester and onesummer session, or three summer ses-sions. Courses taken as part of a re-quired internship, such as in medicaltechnology, may not be used in meetingthis requirement. In the College of Busi-ness Administration the last 30 hoursmust be earned in residence.7.3 College Enrollment Requirement. Acandidate for graduation must be en-rolled in the college from which he orshe wishes to receive the degree for atleast two semesters, or one semesterand one summer session, or three sum-mer sessions immediately precedinggraduation. For the award of a secondbaccalaureate degree, this requirementmay be waived by the dean of the col-lege awarding the second degree. (See"Residence Requirements" and "SecondBaccalaureate Degree.")7.4 Residence Waiver for Certain Pre-medical Students. Students who com-plete at least 94 semester credit hours ina recognized premedical science pro-gram and then transfer to a professionalprogram leading to the doctoral degreeat an accredited professional school ofmedicine, osteopathic medicine, veteri-nary medicine, dentistry or optometry willbe awarded the appropriate baccalaure-ate degree upon the successful comple-

tion of 30 semester credit hours in basicmedical science courses applicable tothe OSU major. This option is availableonly to students who have completed allother degree requirements for the majorand have taken at least the last 30 se-mester credit hours of work at OSU priorto transferring to a professional school.(See "Residence Requirements.")7.5 Minimum Hours for Graduation.Each degree program requires a specificminimum number of semester credithours for graduation, as indicated in theCatalog. No degree program shall re-quire fewer than 120 semester credithours for graduation. (By OSRHE policy,these 120 hours are exclusive of physi-cal education activity courses.) No stu-dent shall be permitted to graduate hav-ing completed fewer total hours than therequirement specified for that degree. Atleast 40 hours of upper-division coursework shall be required in every bacca-laureate degree program. (By OSRHEpolicy, these 40 hours are exclusive ofphysical education activity courses.)Hours of "S" or "U" earned in remedialcourses may not count toward totalhours.7.6 Grade-point Average for Gradua-tion. A graduation grade-point averageof 2.00 or higher is required for allcourses in which a student has a re-corded grade, excluding any coursesrepeated or reprieved and excludingremedial courses and physical educa-tion activity courses. (See "AcademicForgiveness.") This is in addition to the2.00 or higher grade-point average re-quired by the department in the major orminor fields.7.7 Payment of Graduation Fees. Begin-ning Fall 1996, the basic graduation costis included in the records maintenancefee. Information on procedures anddeadlines is given to students at the timethey complete their enrollment.7.8 Requirements for Honors Degrees.The individual colleges have specificrequirements for degrees with honors.Students should consult the office of theiracademic dean for information. (See"Honors Programs" in the Catalog.)7.9 Diploma Application. Each candi-date for graduation shall file a diplomaapplication in the Office of the Registrarwithin two weeks following enrollment ina regular semester or one week in asummer session in which the studentwishes to be graduated.7.10 Presence at CommencementExercises. The University will hold oneCommencement exercise each year atthe close of the spring semester. Stu-dents who met the graduation require-ments the preceding fall semester andstudents who plan to meet the graduationrequirements at the close of the following

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summer session are invited and encour-aged to participate in the Commence-ment exercises. Students who plan tomeet requirements during the summersession (whether they are currently en-rolled or not) should contact the Office ofthe Registrar to participate in Com-mencement.

The University encourages all candi-dates for degrees to be present at theCommencement exercises. Attendanceis not compulsory. However, candidateswho cannot be present should notify theOffice of the Registrar of the addresses towhich diplomas can be mailed.7.11 Graduation with Distinction. Be-ginning with the Fall 1997 semester,students who earn an OSU undergradu-ate degree can also earn a level of dis-tinction based upon the final graduation/retention grade-point average. (See also"Grade-point Average Calculating.") Thelevel of distinction added to the diplomaand transcript is:

Graduation/retention Distinctiongrade-point average

3.90 to 4.00 Summa cum laude3.80 to 3.89 Magna cum laude3.70 to 3.79 Cum laude

This grade-point average calculation istwo decimal places only, e.g., 3.69. Inactuality, this GPA may be 3.69785 ifadditional digits were to be added. How-ever, the value used to determine distinc-tion is 3.69 which does not qualify for alevel of distinction.


Degree ProgramsOfferedThe type of degree offered in each majoris listed along with an indication of thecollege(s) in which each may be earned.(Some majors are offered with more thanone type of degree, e.g., Bachelor of Artsand Bachelor of Science. Many haveoptions within the major. See the depart-ment narrative for details.)

B Bachelor'sM Master'sD Doctor'sS Specialist

Ag Agricultural Sciences andNatural Resources

A&S Arts and SciencesBus Business AdministrationEd EducationEn EngineeringHES Human Environmental

SciencesGr Graduate CollegeOM Osteopathic MedicineT TechnologyVM Veterinary Medicine

Accounting (B,M) Bus/GrAerospace Engineering (B) EnAgribusiness (B) Ag/BusAgricultural Communications (B) AgAgricultural Economics (B,M,D) Ag/GrAgricultural Education (B,M,D) Ag/GrAgriculture (M) GrAmerican Studies (B) A&SAnimal Science (B,M) Ag/Gr

Animal Breeding and Reproduction (D) GrAnimal Nutrition (D) Gr

Applied Behavioral Studies (M) GrApplied Educational Studies (D) GrArchitectural Engineering (B,M)

En/GrArchitecture (B,M) En/GrArt (B) A&SArts Management (M) GrAviation Sciences (B) EdBiochemistry (B) A&SBiochemistry and Molecular Biology

(B,M,D) Ag/GrBiomedical Sciences (B) A&SBiosystems Engineering (B,M,D) En/GrBotany (B,M) A&S/GrBusiness Administration (M,D) GrCell and Molecular Biology (B) A&SChemical Engineering (B,M,D) En/GrChemistry (B,M,D) A&S/GrCivil Engineering (B,M,D,) En/GrCommunication Sciences and Disorders

(B) A&S

Computer Science (B,M,D) A&S/GrConstruction Management Technology

(B) TControl Systems Engineering (M) GrCounseling and Student Personnel

(M) GrCurriculum and Instruction (D) GrDesign, Housing and Merchandising

(B,M) HES/GrEconomics (B,M,D) A&S/Bus/GrEducation (S) Gr

Elementary Education (B) EdSecondary Education (B) Ed

Educational Administration (D) GrEducational Psychology (D) GrElectrical Engineering (B,M,D) En/GrElectrical Engineering Technology (B) TEngineering and Technology

Management (M) GrEnglish (B,M,D) A&S/GrEntomology (B,M,D) Ag/GrEnvironmental Engineering (M) GrEnvironmental Science (B,M,D) Ag/GrFamily Relations and Child Development

(B,M) HES/GrFinance (B) BusFire and Emergency Management

Administration (M) GrFire Protection and Safety

Technology (B) TFood Science (M,D) GrForeign Language

French (B) A&SGerman (B) A&SRussian Language and Literature

(B) A&SSpanish (B) A&S

Forest Resources (M) GrForestry (B) AgGeneral Business (B) BusGeography (B,M) A&S/GrGeology (B,M) A&S/GrHealth (B) EdHealth, Physical Education and Leisure

(M) GrHigher Education (D) GrHistory (B,M,D) A&S/GrHorticulture (M) GrHorticulture (B) AgHospitality Administration (M) GrHotel and Restaurant Administration

(B) HESHuman Environmental Sciences (B, M,

D) HES/GrIndustrial Engineering and Management

(B,M,D) En/GrInternational Business (B) BusInternational Studies (M) GrJournalism and Broadcasting (B) A&S

Mass Communications (M) GrLeisure Studies (B) EdLandscape Architecture (B) AgLandscape Contracting (B) Ag

Management (B) BusManagement Information Systems

(B) BusManagement Information Systems

/Accounting Information Systems(M) Gr

Management Science and ComputerSystems (B) Bus

Manufacturing Systems Engineering(M) Gr

Marketing (B) BusMathematics (B,M,D) A&S/GrMechanical Engineering (B,M,D)

En/GrMechanical Engineering Technology

(B) TMedical Technology (B) A&SMicrobiology (B) A&SMicrobiology, Cell and Molecular

Biology (M,D) GrMusic (B) A&SMusic Education (B) A&SNatural and Applied Sciences (M) GrNutritional Sciences (B,M) HES/GrOccupational and Adult Education

(M,D) GrPedagogy and Performance (M) GrPhilosophy (B,M) A&S/GrPhotonics (D) GrPhysical Education (B) EdPhysics (B,M,D) A&S/GrPhysiology (B) A&SPlant Pathology (M,D) GrPlant and Soil Sciences (B,M) Ag/Gr

Crop Science (D) GrSoil Science (D) Gr

Plant Science (D) GrPolitical Science (B,M) A&S/GrPre-veterinary Science (B) AgPsychology (B,M,D) A&S/GrSociology (B,M,D) A&S/GrSpeech (M) GrStatistics (B,M,D) A&S/GrTechnical and Industrial Education (B)

EdTelecommunications Management (M)

GrTheater (B) A&SUniversity Studies (B) All collegesVeterinary Medicine (DVM) VMVeterinary Biomedical Sciences (M,D) GrWildlife and Fisheries Ecology (B,M,D)

A&S/GrZoology (B,M,D) A&S/GrSummary of degrees offered:

Bachelor's 83Master's 64Doctor's 42Specialist 1

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