2013 Freshmen Confirmation Handbook

Freshman Orientation

ProgramConfirmation

New Student Orientation & Enrollment

Orientation and Enrollment Schedule 1

Parking 2

Orientation Housing 3

Other Resouces 5

Placement Exams 6

Academic Choices and Majors 9

Welcome Letters 10

First-Generation Students Mentoring Programs 18

Orientation Checklist 19

After Orientation and Enrollment 20

Campus Contacts 21

Your Orange Fridays and late-night study sessions are almost here During your orientation and enrollment program, you will officially join the Oklahoma State University family

This confirmation package contains important information regarding your academic advising and how you can stay connected before, during and after your orientation and enrollment program

During orientation, you will discover what it means to be a Cowboy as you enroll in classes, receive your student ID and meet with your academic adviser In addition, you will meet new friends, visit with campus departments and learn how you can be “Loyal and True” to OSU If you have signed up for an overnight program, you will also participate in campus breakout sessions and enjoy evening activities hosted by your orientation leaders

The OSTATE card includes your specific program details. If you would like to change your orientation date, modify your guest list, or pay a fee, please log in to the registration site at NEwStUdENtS.OkStatE.EdU to make adjustments. Please note we will not send another confirmation package if changes are made to your program.

Make sure you take the Math Placement Exam before your program (see p 7 for more information) The Math Placement Exam is required for enrollment in your first college-level math course and should be completed three days before your program

We are eager to meet you, answer your questions and welcome you to the OSU family Please contact us at 405-744-3636 or email us at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns

Go Pokes

Palvih Bhana Coordinator, Freshman Programs

Office of New Student Orientation & Enrollment

Oklahoma State University 321 Student Union Stillwater, OK 74078

405.744.3636

[email protected]

newstudents.okstate.edu

Congratulations Oklahoma State University Class of 2017

Welcome to Oklahoma State University

Your Orientation and Enrollment Schedule When you registered for your orientation and enrollment program, you chose either an overnight program or an alternate one-day program Family members and Future Cowboys attend family orientation that begins and ends at the same time as your program

Overnight Orientation programs benefit students and parents who would like more time to work through the enrollment process and maximize their campus expe-rience During the overnight program, you will:

•Visitwithyouracademicadvisortwice—onceon Day 1 with family and again on Day 2 to enroll for classes

•Meetwithyourorientationleadersinsmallgroups

•Attendinformationbreakoutsessions

• Participateineveningactivitieswithotherfreshmen

• TourResidentialLifeandGreekLifehousingduring evening programs

the alternate One-day program is a full-day program designed for students who have attended multiple academic campus events, are certain of their academic choice and can make decisions quickly During this day, you will meet with your academic advisor once in the afternoon to enroll for classes while family members attend family information sessions

the Future Cowboys program is designed for children ages 12 to 17 who would like to explore the OSU campus while their siblings are attending orienta-tion The Future Cowboys are guided through their day by their own Orientation Leaders They will explore campus, learn about majors and careers, investigate different academic departments and tour Gallagher-Iba Arena and Boone Pickens Stadium

OvErNight prOgram**Day 1

8 a.m.

Honors College Presentation (for those who have been accepted)

8:45 a.m.

Check-in begins

11:15 a.m.

College previews

12:15 p.m.

Lunch provided by New Student Orientation

3 p.m.

Breakout sessions with campus departments

5-7 p.m.

Dinner on your own

7:30-11 p.m.

Evening programs

Day 2

8-9 a.m.

Breakfast provided by New Student Orientation

9 a.m.

Enrollment

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Program complete ** Students must attend both days in order to enroll for classes.

ONE-day prOgram

8 a.m.

Honors College Presentation (for those who have been accepted)

8:45 a.m.

Check-in begins

12:15 p.m.

Lunch provided by New Student Orientation

1:30 p.m.

Enrollment

5 p.m.

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Parking Parking is available in the Student Union Parking Garage, located behind Bennett Chapel on the corner of University Avenue and Hester Street Orientation leaders will greet you in the parking garage and direct you to check-in The Student Union Parking Garage has three levels and two entrances, one located on University Avenue and the other located on Hester Street For GPS directions, enter the intersection of University Avenue and Hester Street as the location

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•TraveleastonOK51(thisbecomesSixthStreet in Stillwater) •Turnnorth/leftatMonroeAvenue •Turneast/rightonUniversityAvenue •Turnnorth/leftonHesterStreet •Turnwest/leftintoStudentUnionParkingGarage

From Cimarron turnpike/U.S. 177 North

•Fromtheturnpike,continueuntilitendsandmerges southwithWashingtonStreet/BoomerRoad •FromU.S.177,continuesouthonWashingtonStreet/ Boomer Road (do not follow U S 177 left on Richmond Road) •Turnsouth/rightonDuckStreet(StillwaterHigh School will be on the left) •Turnwest/rightonThirdStreet •Turnnorth/rightonHesterStreet •Turnwest/leftintotheStudentUnionParkingGarage

From Ok 51 East and U.S. 177 South

•AttheintersectionofSixthStreetand Perkins Avenue, continue west on Sixth Street •Turnnorth/rightonHesterStreet •Turnwest/leftintotheStudentUnionParkingGarage

From I-35

From Cimarron Turnpike/U.S. 177 North

From OK 51 East and U.S. 177 South


Orientation HousingStudentsStudents attending an overnight program stay in Stout Hall Sheets, pillows, towels and a blanket are provided, but you may wish to bring additional blankets, towels and other items if needed Please bring your own toiletries

Students will be charged $30 on the first fall tuition and fee bill for the overnight stay

parentsWe encourage parents and family members to stay in Stillwater Please make reservations early as hotel rooms book up fast For a complete list of lodgings in Stillwater, visit www.visitstillwater.org and click on the “visitors” tab

Listed below are some of the options closer to campus:

•atherton hotel at OSU 405-744-6835

•Best western Cimarron hotel 405-372-2878

•Fairfield inn 405-372-6300

•hampton inn 405-743-1306

•holiday inn 405-372-2445

•microtel inn 405-372-7100

•Quality inn 405-372-0800

•residence inn 405-707-0588

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Other Resources

OSU technology Email

Your OSU email account is your primary source of commu-nication with the university You will receive information via email from the Office of Residential Life, New Student Orientation and Scholarships and Financial Aid Once you begin classes, your professors and advisers will use this email address to send important class information

It is very important that you begin checking your email regularly You can access your email at prodosu.okstate.edu

Software distribution

If you need updated software for your Mac or PC, OSU Information Technology Department allows students to access the latest versions of selected Microsoft products for free Students may also download access to McAfee anti-virus software Login at it.okstate.edu/sdc using yourO-Keyinformationtoaccessthesoftware.

the Office of housing and residential Life If you have not yet completed your housing application, do so as soon as possible The choice of housing assignment is based on the date your housing application is submit-ted and deposit is paid Students who have completed this process receive an email from Residential Life in the spring with a specific date to complete the steps for choosing room assignments

During the housing contract process, you have the option of choosing a Living and Learning Community or Special Interest Housing While you are not required to choose a specialized community, there may be one that fits your academic or career goals

Learning Communities

For students seeking classes with other students in their area of interest, but without a specific residential require-ment, OSU’s academic advising areas offer Learning Community options An LC allows small groups of freshmen to enroll in two courses with other learning community freshmen Some benefits include:

•Buildingrelationshipswithotherstudents

•Developingstudygroupswithothersinmultipleclasses

•Enrollinginreservedsectionsofcoursespre-selected for the community

Your adviser will discuss the benefits of learning commu-nities at your enrollment

If you have not yet completed your housing application or would like more information about the Living and Learning Community or Special Interest Housing, visit reslife.okstate.edu

Please note: All students are required to live in university-approved housing (Residential Life, Fraternity or Sorority). If you plan to join a fraternity or a sorority and think you will live in the house, you should still complete your housing application as a backup.

Scholarships and Financial aidHigher education requires a great deal of financial planning The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid assists families in the navigation of college level finan-cial options The SFA website, financialaid.okstate.edu, provides resources and links to organizations specializing in educational funding In addition, timely announcements of scholarship applications and financial aid news are posted to the site Begin by reading through the resources on the website Call 405-744-6604 for additional infor-mation and assistance

The Scholarships and Financial Aid office updates your eligibility as new test scores and academic information are received Make sure any changes to your GPA, class standingandACT/SATscoresaresubmittedbyJuly1.Ifyouracademicmajorand/orcollegechangesfromtheone listed on your application for admission, contact the office at 405-744-6604

Many students do not understand the full cost of attending college Talk with your family about your budget expectations and what will be expected of you once your classes begin

If you’re expected to hold a part-time job, late spring and early summer is the best time to begin your job search Also, if you have been awarded a work-study position as part of your financial aid package, you should begin that job search now as those positions fill quickly

Other options include student and parent loans Discuss both with the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid so you know what questions to ask and the types of loans that best fit your needs

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Placement ExamsStudents can receive college credit at Oklahoma State University through several placement exams With the exception of the Math Placement Exam, all placement exams are optional For additional information regarding Math Placement, COMPASS, AP, CLEP, and IB exams, contact University Assessment and Testing at 405-744-6685 For additional information regarding foreign language placement exams, contact Arts and Sciences Student Success Center at 405-744-5658

Foreign Language advance-Standing placement Exam (optional)

If you completed at least two years of Spanish, French or German in high school and would like to continue in that language your first semester at OSU, consider taking the Foreign Language Placement Exam to determine course placement Students who test out of coursework and earn an A or B in the course in which they are placed may earn retroactive advanced standing credit for the sections over which they skipped, up to 10 credit hours For more information, see flcourses.okstate.edu and click on “Placement Exams ” You will have an opportunity to take this placement exam during your orientation program or later in the semester

COmpaSS testing (optional)

OSU evaluates the test scores and high school grades of each incoming student to ensure core course placement is the best fit for their success In some cases, students may be required to complete a pre-college level course before moving on in a particular subject During orien-tation and enrollment, advisers may encourage students to take a placement test to see if they may “test out” of a pre-college requirement

advanced placement (optional)

College Level Examination program (optional)

international Baccalaureate program (optional)

OSU grants credit for acceptable scores in the College Board’s Advanced Placement Program, College Level Examination, and International Baccalaureate Program

Visitadmissions.okstate.edu/creditbyexamination#CLEP for a list of college-level credit

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math placement Exam (rEQUirEd) Last summer, OSU began a new mathematics placement program to help ensure students have the best opportu-nity to succeed in math courses Every student should complete this exam sometime after May 6th and at least three days prior to their scheduled orientation program

who needs to take the math placement Exam?

Students who plan to take an OSU math course and do not already have college level math credit with a C or better (on a college transcript) in a prerequisite or required math course for their major must take the Math Placement exam for enrollment

*Note: Beginning and intermediate algebra do NOT count as college-level math.

where do i take the Exam?

The best testing environment is in a controlled location conducive to the needs of the test taker However, OSU willallowanexceptionfortheinitialtestbasedonACT/SAT score

•IfyourACTmathscoreis19orgreater,oryourSAT math score is 460 or greater, your initial exam may be taken from any computer with Internet access If you would like to retake the exam, subsequent attempts must be done in a PROCTORED setting for test access

•IfyourACTmathscoreisbelow19,oryourSATmath score is below 460, or your test scores are not on file with OSU, you must take the exam in a PROCTORED setting If the exam is not proctored, the test cannot count for placement purposes

PROCTORING - The following test sites offer proctoring at no charge to OSU students (please make appointments 24 hours in advance):

•OSU-StillwaterTestingCenter(405-744-5959)

•OSU-TulsaTestingCenter(918-594-8232)

•OSU-OKCTestingCenter(405-945-8648)

See placement.okstate.edu/proctor for a complete list of all approved proctor sites, including an internet option using webcam (please note some of these will charge a fee) In addition, you may have a local site contact University AssessmentandTesting(405-744-5959)toestablishitselfas a certified testing site

may i take the test when i come for Orientation?

While it is in your best interest to complete the math place-ment exam prior to attending New Student Orientation & Enrollment, we will offer the exam in a proctored setting at New Student Orientation sessions this summer Please be aware the exam will be offered at night prior to evening programs for those attending overnight sessions and the night prior to orientation for those attending one day sessions If the evening is not a good time for you test, this may not be your best option The exam will be given in the Math Learning Success Center (5th floor of the Edmon Low Library) from 6:30 – 8:30 as follows:

To access the OSU Math Placement Exam

visit placement.okstate.edu/math. If you

have any questions or concerns, please

contact New Student Orientation & Enrollment

at 405-744-3636 or University Testing at

405-744-5959.

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•Mondayevenings(exceptMay27–MemorialDay)for thoseattendingMonday/Tuesdayovernightprograms

•TuesdayeveningsforthoseattendingWednesdayone day programs

•ThursdayeveningsforthoseattendingThursday/Friday overnight programs

•Inaddition,theexamwillbeofferedonMonday,July8, andTuesday,July9thforthoseattendingtheoneday programs on Tuesday and Wednesday of that week

how do i take the Exam?

Watch the information videos at placement.okstate.edu/math and click “takE Exam NOw” for additional instructions Please read all the instructions to best understand how to take the test and DO NOT use unapproved aids (calcula-tors, notes, books, websites, people, etc) It is in your best interest to do your own work to ensure course placement matches ability and likelihood of success

how often may the exam be taken?

You may use up to five attempts without cost during an 11-month period Please note, second and subsequent attempts must be proctored, regardless of ACT or SAT score A minimum of 24 hours is required between each attempt

For your convenience, learning modules are available following your first exam to serve as a tutorial and refresher You will have 6 weeks of free access to the modules, beginning the day you first open them Additional access to the learning modules is available for a fee

what documentation of math placement is needed at orientation/enrollment?

If you have taken the placement exam at least three days prior to your enrollment, no documentation is needed However, in the following cases, you will need the indi-cated paperwork to avoid math enrollment delays:

•Ifyouhavecompletedacollegelevelprerequisiteor required course for your major with a C or better and have not already sent your official transcript to OSU, bring a copy of your transcript

•Ifyouarecurrentlyenrolledinacollegelevelprerequisite or required math course for your major, bring a printout of your academic schedule After you finish the course, send official transcripts to Office of Undergraduate Admissions at least one week prior to the start of class

•IfyoutaketheMathPlacementExamwithinadayor two of your enrollment program, bring a copy of your score report in the event your scores have not yet uploaded to the OSU system


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Academic Choices and MajorsMany people have probably asked about your chosen college major Choosing an academic path before you have even entered college can be difficult There are many factors to consider as you plan your route to graduation You have to consider the decision from many angles to find the best fit

ExampLE 1 Sometimes your career path seems mapped out for you already

Your grandfather was a doctor, your father is a doctor, and your sister is in medical school You feel pressure to follow the family profession However, math may not be your best subject, you may be worried about taking multiple lab science courses, or you may not be excited about the competition for medical school admission

aCtiON Now is the time to explore your profession, test your interests and find a path that better fits your interests

ExampLE 2 There are multiple directions related to your interests You may want a degree related to comput-ers but have no idea which area to pursue OSU has three distinct computer degree areas: Management Science and Information Systems (Business), Computer Science (Arts & Sciences), and Computer Engineering (Engineering, Architecture and Technology)

aCtiON Your choice depends on your personal and career goals If you have a specific career in mind, research it, and learn what degree areas usually support that career There are many options

•VisitthespecificOSUdepartmentwebsitefor each degree and discover the areas on which each degree focuses

•Readthecoursedescriptionslistedin the university catalog

•Talktopeopleworkingintheareaorinrelatedareas and ask how they earned their positions and what they studied (or wish they had studied)

discovering your Options

OSU divides degree programs into six academic colleges We encourage you to explore those colleges A list of majors divided by academic college can be found on the back of this book

If you are still undecided about your major and cannot determine a single academic college that houses most of your areas of interest, you can begin your academics in the Learning and Student Success Opportunities Center The LASSO Center advises students across the university rather than within a specific college Once an academic course of study is ready to be declared, students will transition to the appropriate college for degree comple-tion For more information about the LASSO Center, visit lasso.okstate.edu

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to CaSNr’s Newest Cowboys:Greetings from Stillwater Welcome to the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources We are excited you are joining us and are glad to assist you during this exciting time of your life as you transition into college The faculty and staff in CASNR maintain an open-door policy It is our goal to help you in your academic pursuits and assist you in personal and career development We want you to be successful, and there is definitely a place for you and your interests in CASNR

Here are some quick facts about CASNR:

• CASNRstudentsreceivemorethan$1millioninscholarshipseachyearfromthecollege and its departments

• Wehaveoneofthetopagricultureprogramsinthecountrywithninedepartments and 16 majors

• Therearemorethan35studentclubsandorganizationsthatprovideopportunities for fun, friendship and professional development

• CASNRadvisersarefacultymemberswhoalsoteachcoursesandareprofessionally involved in your area of study

• NewCASNRfreshmenhavetheopportunitytoparticipateinFreshmeninTransition. For more information, visit casnr.okstate.edu

• CASNR’sstudy-abroadprogramincludesseveralfaculty-lededucationalvisitsto suchlocationsasAustralia,NewZealand,Italy,Japan,Mexico,Ireland,Argentina and Thailand

• CASNRCareerServicessupportsallstudentsintheircareerdevelopmentefforts. Our Career Services staff and student career liaisons provide guidance with exploring career options, planning for professional success and searching for part-time jobs, internships and full-time opportunities

If you would like more information, we encourage you to visit casnr.okstate.edu to learn more about the opportunities awaitingyouinCASNR.Inaddition,[email protected] We look forward to visiting with you in person during New Student Orientation and Enrollment

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Dr Cynda Clary Associate Dean of Academic Programs

Dr W Stephen Damron Interim Assistant Dean of Academic Program

KelseyLeeCoordinator, Student Success

Amy Gazaway Coordinator, Student Success

Welcome Letters From Your Academic College


dear New a&S Student:Welcome to the College of Arts and Sciences We look forward to working with you during New Student Orientation and Enrollment We know you may be entering OSU with a certain major or with several interests to explore A&S advising and programs meet needs across this range

academic advising: During orientation and for your first OSU semester, you will work with an A&S freshman academic adviser who will help you test and confirm a major or provide introductions to a range of interests to find a good major fit After one or two semesters, you begin to work with an adviser in the major department Throughout your OSU career, your academic adviser serves as the central resource for information on academic programs and policies and as a referral to services across the university to meet your academic and personal needs Students in the Honors College, student athletes and students with disabilities have supplemental advisers to assist with unique requirements, eligibility issues or educational accommodations Get to know your advisers and let them get to know you

preprofessional advising for health professions and Law: OSU offers solid course preparation and advising for students preparing for a health profession or law school According to these professional schools, there are no degrees designated as “pre-med” or “pre-law ” You may choose any OSU major and incorporate the prerequisite courses for

health professions or the skill-developing courses for law school preparation We offer advising for these professional school goals, including individual advising, workshops and a communication network to keep you on track Learn more at: prehealth.okstate.edu and prelaw.okstate.edu

a&S Freshman Orientation: During the first semester, Arts and Sciences freshmen enroll in a one-credit hour orientation class that meets twice a week for the first eight weeks Transition to college, time-management and study skills, campus resources, university policies and procedures, and academic planning to get the most out of the OSU experience are emphasized in the course Many orientation classes are targeted toward one major or a group of similar majors, so you quickly meet others with the same interests as yourself

Undecided Students: With six undergraduate colleges at OSU and nearly 200 degree plans from which to choose, many students arrive uncertain of a major If most of your interests fit within the College of Arts and Sciences, our freshman advisers will help identify if any courses must be started in your freshman year to graduate in four years You will plan schedules that can both test your interests and meet overlapping general education requirements We welcome you to explore your goals with us Begin by checking out “What to Do With a Degree in…” at ascareers.okstate.edu

Feel free to call us if you have any questions We look forward to meeting you

Sincerely,

Arts & Sciences Student Academic Services cas.okstate.edu

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dear New College of Education Student:We are pleased that you have chosen Oklahoma State University and the College of Education Our office, the Watson Family Student Academic Success Center, is here to support and guide you toward your educational and professional goals

For all incoming students, we invite you to explore the Watson Family Student Academic Success Center online at education.okstate.edu, click “Students” This website has a variety of useful links, including an introduction to our staff, descriptions of our degree programs, four-year plans for many of our degrees and information about student organiza-tions within the College of Education

Living Learning Communities

If you are a teacher education major, you will have the opportunity to be involved in an LLC This is your opportunity to get to know your classmates and program faculty by living in the same housing community on campus and enrolling in some of the same courses You will live, study, attend student organization meetings, hang out and get to know

your program faculty, all right where you live For more information, contact Todd Snethen at [email protected] or 405-744-6350

Contact information for OSU’s College of Education

Becky Wilber Coordinator of Prospective Students 405-744-6614 [email protected]

Lance Millis Assistant Director & Senior Academic Adviser 405-744-6350 [email protected]

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College of Education Organizations and Clubs

ALL-COLLEGE

•EducationStudentCouncil

•EducationAmbassadors

AVIATION

•AAAE-AmericanAssociationof AirportExecutives Adviser: Kevin Gerfen [email protected]

•FlyingAggies Adviser: Lance Fortney [email protected]

•WomeninAviation Adviser: Lance Fortney [email protected]

EDUCATION MAJORS

•ElementaryEducatorsofTomorrow Advisor: Juliana Utley [email protected]

•KappaKappaIota Advisor: Dr. Julie Angle [email protected]

•KappaDeltaPi Advisor: Dr. Pat Jordan [email protected]

•PhysicalEducationClub Advisor: Dr. Bob Christenson [email protected]

•StudentOklahoma EducationAssociation Advisor: Dr. Sue Parson [email protected]

HEALTH EDUCATION AND PROMOTION

•HealthPromotionClub Advisor: Dr. Bridget Miller [email protected]

RECREATIONAL MANAGEMENT & THERAPEUTIC

•LeisureMajorsClub Advisor: Dr. Donna Lindenmeier [email protected]

Undergraduate ProgramsAerospace Administration &

Operations

Health Education & Promotion

Career & Technical Education

Elementary Education

Recreational Management &

Therapeutic Recreation

Physical Education

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dear New CEat Student:Welcome to the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology at Oklahoma State University You are beginningacareerthatwillmakeanincredibleimpactontheworld.Lookaroundyou—advancesinenergy,infrastructure, medicine, communications, transportation and computers have revolutionized our lives Graduates of our college tackle big challenges and make life more enjoyable You and your classmates will develop innova-tions that we can only imagine today We are glad that you have chosen OSU to prepare you for this endeavor

Weareexcitedtomeetyouanddiscussyourfirststeponthisjourney—enrollmentfor the fall semester Please keep a few things in mind as you prepare to travel to Stillwater for New Student Orientation and Enrollment:

•Beforeyouarrive,youmusttakeanonlineplacementexamformathematics. Please refer to the information in this booklet regarding math placement exam instructions

•Wewouldalsolikeyoutopreparealistofcollege-levelcreditsyouhavereceived through concurrent enrollment, dual-credit, Advanced Placement exams and International Baccalaureate exams Please bring this information with you to New Student Orientation and Enrollment

•Pleasevisitourwebsiteatstudentservices.okstate.edu, which has information on a number of special programs coordinated by our Office of Student Academic Services This is also an excellent resource if you are unsure about your major selection

We look forward to having you in the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology Please contact our office if you have any questions

Best regards,

College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology Student Services

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dear New College of human Sciences Student:imagine yourself as a student in the College of Human Sciences, which was founded more than 110 years ago and has highly successful alumni throughout the world “solving human problems and enhancing human lives ” We offer academic majors and options through four outstanding academic units:

•TheDepartmentofDesign,HousingandMerchandising

•TheSchoolofHotelandRestaurantAdministration

•TheDepartmentofHumanDevelopmentandFamilyScience

•TheDepartmentofNutritionalSciences

why are we different from other programs? One vital difference is that we provide a professional intern-

ship program with strong support networks to prepare students for careers When you graduate having professional experience in your major, you will be able to compete effectively with graduates from other majors and other universities Our accredited programs and outstanding faculty ensure the opportunity for a quality education. Our student body includes graduates of small and large high schools as well as transfers from community and junior colleges and from other majors on the OSU campus

We hope you will consider study abroad during your time at OSU global compe-

tence is expected of today’s graduates Students who study abroad gain multicultural skills and stand out in the eyes of employers and admissions officers at graduate schools To be competitive in today’s global market, it is imperative students leave college with knowledge and experience of the world outside of the U S Ask us how you can study abroad and pay the same tuition you would pay while at OSU

Our human Sciences Living Learning Community is a group of students living togetherinabeautifulresidencehallinTheOSUVillage(VillageHumanSciences),wherestudents form friendships, benefit from academic study partnerships and enjoy great social opportunities Ask us how to become a member of this special community

You will also benefit personally and professionally from participation in human Sciences

student organizations. Freshmen can apply for membership in the Freshman Scholar

Leaders, a group of students engaged in fun and impactful leadership projects Two other important college-level groups are the human Sciences Student Council and

ambassadors. Each academic major has its own student organizations, which focus on service, leadership, profes-sional networking and careers associated with that major Getting involved is easy in Human Sciences

The Human Sciences’ patricia kain knaub Center for Student Success awaits you Your academic adviser, who specializes in your chosen major, is ready to guide you through the enrollment process and provide advice to help you succeed Our career services consultant is ready to assist you with career education and information As a Human Sciences student, you will be involved in several first-year experiences, including our highly successful freshman read-ing program Who would imagine that a reading program could result in early friendships, strong connections, great conversations and a way to transition easily to our beautiful campus? We did

We love the College of Human Sciences and Oklahoma State University and feel confident that you will join us in this passion We have created a unique culture just for students like you who want that special college experience that will lead to success upon graduation

Laura Little Price, our coordinator of Prospective Student Services, cannot wait to hear from you and is eager to assist you Email her at [email protected] or call her at 405-744-5053 To learn more about our unique opportuni-ties, connect with us on:

•Facebook—searchforOklahomaStateUniversityCollegeofHumanSciences

•Ourwebsiteathumansciences.okstate.edu

OSU’s College of human Sciences ... it’s more

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what you are imagining.

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dear New Spears School of Business Student:We are excited to welcome you to OSU’s Spears School of Business You are beginning a journey toward a bright future, and the Spears School will provide academic and extracurricular experiences to position yourself for success We engage and inspire all to dream big, stretch your leadership potential, transform organizations and make a difference in the world

we have many exciting opportunities for new students:

•Spears Living & Learning Community is a residence hall setting open to all business students It helps build strong bonds between residents and encourages upperclassmen to share their knowledge and experience with freshmen business students Participants interact with faculty, business organizations and leadership opportunities, increasing their knowledge

•Freshmen Business Student Leaders encourages its members to connect with Spears School’s academic departments and other student organizations In addition to enhancing social interaction among business students, it provides opportunities to gather information about choosing a major and becoming involved on campus

•Business Career Services plays a vital role in educating students regarding the career paths provided by the various majors in the Spears School and in coaching students through each phase of the recruitment process According to a national survey of campus hiring across the U S , just over half of all job offers are in the business category Throughout your collegiate career, Business Career Services will assist you with the training and tools you need to market yourself to employers for part-time work, internships and that first full-time career opportunity

We look forward to having you in the Spears School of Business If you need assistance, contact us at the Business Student Success Center, 405-744-2772

Sincerely,

Dr Mark Weiser

Spears School Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs

SpEarS SChOOL OF BUSiNESS


we're here to helpWelcome to the Learning and Student Success Opportunity Center and Oklahoma State University We look forward to meeting you during New Student Orientation and working with you throughout your first year at OSU Every student needs a place where they are comfortable asking for help, whether it is for free tutoring for a course in which they are struggling or for answers to questions such as “How do I read my class schedule?” or “Where do I drop a course?” We hope the LASSO Center will be that place for you

academic advising

We know some of you enter OSU with your major already decided while others may have several interests or need time to explore the options at OSU LASSO advisers work with students in all majors across the university We are ready to help with your academic needs, whether through planning your semester schedule, exploring different major options or helping to bridge the gap between student life and academic success Even if you are not advised through the LASSO Center, you may still take advantage of any of our other free programs

have a major?

More than 60 percent of students change majors at least one time in their undergraduate career atOSU,andmorethan40percentofthosechangemajorstwice.It’sOKandnormalifyoudon’tknowyourmajorwhenyouarriveatOSU.YourFreshmanOrientationcourse(UNIV1111) will explore all the majors on campus and help you with assessments and other tools to determine what major best fits your skills and future interests Our advisers have working knowledge of programs in all colleges

academic tutoring

The Paul Milburn Tutoring Program is a free service offered for students campus-wide Qualified student tutors are available for one-on-one tutoring in most subjects taught at OSU Tutoring is available by appointment in various locations around campus In some instances, weekend tutoring is also available Students may stop by the LASSO Center's main tutoring officelocatedin021ClassroomBuilding,call405-744-3309,orvisit lasso.okstate.edu to schedule an appointment with a tutor

academic Success Facilitators

Academic Success Facilitators can help you develop and implement the needed academic skills to make it through your first year at OSU These facilitators are professionals with undergraduate or graduate degrees, often have classroom teaching or mentoring experience, and will be a primary contact for you as you adjust to life at OSU They will help you organize your academic materials and schedule, and get you on track for a great first year Once you are settled and successful, meetings decrease in frequency, until you are completely independent and doing well on your own

Student academic mentors and Freshman Orientation

New students taking LASSO’s Freshman Orientation course will meet their Student Academic Mentor as part of the orientation course in the fall semester SAMs are upperclassmen mentors who assist in Freshman Orientation classes and provide you with added guidance, mentorship and assistance throughout the fall semester Orientation is designed to help new students adjust to the demands of college life, and your SAMs assist in developing and teaching these courses

We look forward to meeting you If you have any questions before your New Student Orientation program, please give us a call at 405-744-5333 or visit our website at lasso.okstate.edu

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Your LASSO Center Staff

LEarNiNg aNd StUdENt SUCCESS OppOrtUNity CENtEr


dear New honors College Student:Welcome to the Honors College, which allows you to experience many of the benefits of a small-college atmosphere with small classes, top teaching faculty and the camaraderie of other outstanding students At the same time, you are able to take advantage of the many academic and social opportunities provided by a major comprehensive university Graduates of the Honors College consistently tell us that they have been prepared well for graduate and professional schools as well as for entry into the job market

The Honors College offers approximately 70 honors courses each semester in a variety of curricular areas Honors classes are typically 20-22 students, and the small class size contrib-utes to a discussion-based, engaging learning environment Active participants in the Honors College earn priority enrollment for the subsequent semester, enjoy access to the Honors Study Lounge and Computer Lab in historic Old Central, have extended library checkout privileges and the opportunity to live in honors housing in Stout Hall if space is available

The Honors College offers three different awards, the General Honors Award, the College or Departmental Honors Award, and the Honors College Degree, the highest academic distinction awarded to undergraduates at Oklahoma State University All three awards can be completed within your academic major’s degree requirements

New freshmen are considered for Honors College admission on the basis of high school grade point average, usually 3 75 or higher, weighted or unweighted; standardized test scores, usually an ACT composite score of 27 or higher or an SAT score (critical reading and math)of 1220 or higher; and an optional short essay response (see our web page for essay questions) Honors College applications must be submitted electronically or postmarked by Feb 1 to be considered for normal admission Applications submitted after this date will be considered only if space is available

If you do not meet these requirements, but are interested in joining the Honors College or meet initial eligibility requirements but have not yet applied, we would like to extend an invitation to attend the Honors College information session during New Student Orientation We will work with eligible students on a space-available basis, and if you are not currently eligible you may be able to join the Honors College after your first semester at OSU

If you have been admitted to the Honors College, you are required to attend the Honors College information session during New Student Orientation You will also meet with an honors adviser after meeting with an academic adviser in your college

We are pleased to welcome you to our supportive community of scholars Please contact us if you have any questions

Sincerely,

RobertL.SpurrierJr.

Director of the Honors College and Professor of Political Science

JessicaRoark

Assistant Director of the Honors College

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First-Generation Students Mentoring Program

First-generation students are individuals whose parent have not completed a bachelor’s degree Because navigating a college environ-ment can be confusing, the First2Go program provides a safe and comfortable atmosphere for these students to ask questions and become knowledgeable on the various aspects of the student experience

First2Go helps first-generation students create a deeper sense of belonging to the OSU community by providing support through programming and mentoring Faculty, staff and graduate students provide resources, encouragement and direction as students transition to OSU Mentors are available to any first-generation student

The mentor relationship can last a lifetime Students will have the opportunity to connect to a supportive member of the university community and gain experience working individually with a professional

First generation student will also have the oppor-tunity to engage with other first generation students by participating in the First2Go Living Learning Community (LLC) The First2Go LLC will provide unique programs that will focus on transitional needs (i e transition from high school to college for the freshmen) with the help of consistent access to resources necessary to be successful academically and socially

If you would like to learn more or partici-pate in this program, visit our website: newstudents.okstate.edu and complete the First2Go Mentee application If you have any questions, email [email protected] or call 405-744-3636


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Orientation ChecklistOrientation Checklist prior to your orientation program

q CompleteyourResidentialLifehousingapplication/ contract All new freshmen are required to live in university-approved housing reslife.okstate.edu

q Complete the Math Placement Exam after May 6 and at least three days prior to your scheduled orientation program placement.okstate.edu/math

q Complete your medical history and immunization record before beginning class www.okstate.edu/UHS/forms.php

q Look into potential placement, CLEP, AP and IB tests to determine if you will take any before enrollment uat.okstate.edu

q Request your final academic transcripts from high school and any college-level work be mailed to the OfficeofUndergraduateAdmissions,219Student Union, after graduation Please note: Final transcripts are NOT required for orientation and enrollment but are due by the first day of classes.

Checklist for your program date

In order to better serve you during your orientation, we recommend you bring the following:

q YourO-Keyemailaddressandpassword.Pleasestore this information in your phone because you will need your password and email address to enroll

q An umbrella and sweatshirt or a light jacket, as some of our meeting rooms fluctuate in temperature and Oklahoma weather is difficult to predict

q Create an orientation folder where you can carry:

• Either an official or unofficial copy of your transcripts or lists of courses taken

• Questions for your adviser and other campus offices

• Ideas you have about majors and or careers

• Receipts for items you have paid for on campus

Checklist for students attending the Overnight Orientation program

q Cash—WhiletheOfficeofNewStudentOrientation provides lunch and breakfast, dinner is on your own

q An alarm clock or a phone charger, if you plan on relying on your cell phone

q Tennis shoes or other slip-resistant footwear for evening activities Please dress comfortably as you will be participating in physical activities

q Your own toiletries

q Shower shoes for community showers

The Office of Residential Life will provide basic linens, sheets, pillow, a blanket and a towel, but feel free to bring extras if you prefer


After Orientation & Enrollment

Once you have completed your orientation and enroll-ment program, there are a few more things to consider that will better prepare you for your college career

welcome week

Sign up and participate in Welcome Week activities, which begin with move in on Aug 11-12 Families may choose to move in on Sunday or wait until Monday when campus offices will be open

Welcome Week activities begin Monday evening and continue through the first week of class During the week, students will learn campus traditions, enhance their study skills, and discover the numerous resources offered at OSU In addition, there will be numerous social activities, including the RHA Block Party, ZumbaFEST, Howdy Dance, and New Student Convocation

Students must register for Welcome Week activities in order to receive a T-shirt and other items All activities arefree.Visitwelcomeweek.okstate.edu

Camp Cowboy (optional)

While New Student Orientation and Enrollment is required for all new students, Camp Cowboy is strongly encouraged as an optional program Your Camp Cowboy weekend includes small group activities, a ropes course, campfires and much more The camp prepares you for campus life and gives participants the opportunity to meet and network with other incoming students, upperclassmen, OSU professors, staff and administrators

For the days listed in orange, students can connect their orientation program with Camp Cowboy For these dates, Orientation ends by lunch Friday and Camp Cowboy begins at 3 p m

Two additional Camp Cowboy weekends are available July19-21andJuly26-28.

•June7-9

•June14-16

•June21-23

•June28-30

•July12-14

•July19-21

•July26-28

Camp Cowboy costs $170, and need-based scholarships are available

Call 405-744-5488 or visit campcowboy.okstate.edu for more information

preparing for move-in

While your move in does not happen until August, prepa-ration begins now As soon as you have your roommate assigned, make contact so you may begin planning who will bring which items The Office of Residential Life website provides detailed information regarding room size, furnishing and acceptable appliances

VisittheResidentialLifechecklistat: reslife.okstate.edu/packing_checklist.pdf

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Campus ContactsFrequently Called

dining Services

405-744-4424

Fraternity & Sorority affairs

405-744-5490

housing and residential Life

405-744-5592

New Student Orientation & Enrollment

405-744-3636

Scholarships & Financial aid

405-744-6604

Student disability Services

405-744-7116

Undergraduate admissions

405-744-5358

University Counseling

405-744-5472

University health Services

405-744-7665

University parking & transportation

405-744-6525

College Advising Offices

agricultural Sciences & Natural resources

405-744-5395

arts & Sciences

405-744-5658

Education

405-744-6350

Engineering, architecture and technology

405-744-5276

honors College

405-744-6799

human Sciences

405-744-5056

LaSSO Center

405-744-5333

Spears School of Business

405-744-2772

Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans

with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in

any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. Title IX of the Education Amendments and

Oklahoma State University policy prohibit discrimination in the provision of services or benefits offered by the University based on gender. Any person (student, faculty or staff) who believes

that discriminatory practices have been engaged in based upon gender may discuss their concerns and file informal or formal complaints of possible violations of Title IX with the OSU Title IX

Coordinator, Mackenzie Wilfong, J.D., Director of Affirmative Action, 408 Whitehurst, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, (405) 744-5371 or (405) 744-5576 (fax). This publication,

issued by Oklahoma State University as authorized by the Director, New Student Orientation & Enrollment, was printed by Western Printing at a cost of $6,980. 4.5m/March ’13/#4619

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College of agricultural Sciences and Natural resources

Agribusiness •Agricultural Communications Double Major •CropandSoilSciences •FarmandRanchManagement •Finance •International •Management •Marketing •Pre-Law •Pre-VeterinaryBusinessManagement

AgriculturAl communicAtions •AgribusinessDoubleMajor •AnimalScienceDoubleMajor

AgriculturAl economics •AccountingDoubleMajor

AgriculturAl educAtion •HorticultureDoubleMajor •Teaching

AgriculturAl leAdership •ExtensionEducation •InternationalStudies

AnimAl science •AgriculturalCommunications Double Major •AgriculturalEducationDoubleMajor •AnimalBiotechnology •Business •International •LivestockMerchandising •Pre-VeterinaryAnimalScience •Production •RanchOperations

biochemistry And moleculAr biology •Pre-MedicalorPre-VeterinaryScience

environmentAl science •EnvironmentalPolicy •NaturalResources •WaterResources

entomology •Bioforensics,Pre-Veterinaryand Pre-MedicalSciences •InsectBiologyandEcology

Food science •Industry •MeatScience •Science

horticulture •HorticulturalBusiness •HorticulturalScience •PublicHorticulture •TurfManagement

lAndscApe Architecture

lAndscApe contrActing

nAturAl resource ecology And mAnAgement •FireEcologyandManagement •FisheriesandAquaticEcology •ForestEcologyandManagement •NaturalHistoryandConservation •RangelandEcologyandManagement •WildlifeBiologyandPre-VeterinaryScience •WildlifeEcologyandManagement

plAnt And soil sciences •Agribusiness •BioenergyProduction •ForageandLivestockProduction •PlantBiotechnology •PlantScience •SoilGeotechnology •SoilandWaterResources

College of arts and Sciences

AmericAn studies

Art •ArtHistory •GraphicDesign •Studio •StudioArt

biochemistry

biologicAl science

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chemistry •ACSApproved •DepartmentalDegree

communicAtion sciences And disorders

computer science

economics •General •InternationalEconomicsRelations

english •CreativeWriting •ProfessionalWriting •ScreenStudies

French

geogrAphy

geology

germAn

history

liberAl studies

mAthemAtics

microbiology, cell And moleculAr biology •BiomedicalScience •ClinicalLaboratoryScience •MicrobialEcology/Environmental •MicrobialPathogenesis •MolecularGenetics

multimediA JournAlism

music •ElectiveStudiesinBusiness •Performance

music educAtion •Instrumental/VocalCertification

philosophy

physics •AppliedPhysics

physiology

politicAl science

psychology

russiAn lAnguAge And literAture

sociology •Anthropology •AppliedSociology

spAnish

sports mediA

stAtistics

strAtegic communicAtion

theAtre

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College of Education

AerospAce AdministrAtion And operAtions •AerospaceLogistics •AerospaceSecurity •AviationManagement •ProfessionalPilot •TechnicalServiceManagement

cAreer And technicAl educAtion •BusinessandInformationTechnology•Education •Certification •HealthOccupationsEducation •MarketingEducation •Non-Certification •TechnologyEducation

educAtion •Non-Certification

elementAry educAtion

heAlth educAtion And promotion •CommunityHealthEducation •ExerciseandHealth

physicAl educAtion •TeacherEducation

recreAtion mAnAgement And therApeutic recreAtion •RecreationManagement •TherapeuticRecreation

secondAry educAtion •English •ForeignLanguage •Mathematics •Science •SocialStudies

College of Engineering, architecture and technology

AerospAce engineering

ArchitecturAl engineering •Structures

Architecture

biosystems engineering •Biomechanical •BioprocessingandBiotechnology •EnvironmentalandNaturalResources •FoodProcessing

chemicAl engineering •Biomedical/Biochemical •Pre-Medical

civil engineering •Environmental

computer engineering

construction mAnAgement technology •Building •Heavy

electricAl engineering

electricAl engineering technology •Computer

Fire protection And sAFety technology

industriAl engineering And mAnAgement

mechAnicAl engineering •BiomedicalEngineering •Pre-Medical

mechAnicAl engineering technology

College of human Sciences

design, housing And merchAndising •ApparelDesignandProduction •InteriorDesign •Merchandising

hotel And restAurAnt AdministrAtion

humAn development And FAmily science •ChildandFamilyServices •EarlyChildhoodEducation •FamilyandConsumerSciencesEducation

nutritionAl sciences •AlliedHealth •CommunityNutrition •Dietetics •DieteticsandExercise •HumanNutrition/Pre-MedicalSciences •NutritionandExercise

Spears School of Business

Accounting

economics •BusinessEconomicsandQuantitative•Studies •Pre-Law

entrepreneurship

FinAnce •CommercialBankManagement •General

generAl business •Pre-Law

internAtionAl business

mAnAgement •HumanResourceManagement •SportsManagement

mAnAgement inFormAtion systems •InformationAssurance •ManagementScienceand ComputerSystems

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Majors listed in Bold Options available below majors

OSU provides special advising for students who are undecided on an academic major.

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