OSU Freshman Essentials

FRESHMAN ESSENTIALSNew StudeNt OrieNtatiON & eNrOllmeNt

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION & ENROLLMENT2

Welcome to the Oklahoma State University Class of 2018!

Are you ready to join the OSU family?

At New Student Orientation & Enrollment, we’re excited to help in your transition to OSU, beginning with your summer orientation and enrollment program.

During orientation, you’ll discover what it means to be a Cowboy. You’ll get your student ID, meet with your academic adviser, enroll in classes and connect with current OSU students. In addition, you’ll meet new friends, visit with staff from campus departments and learn important information that will help you be a successful Cowboy.

We’re eager to answer questions and help you start your future at OSU. Call us at 405-744-3636 to ask any questions or just share your excitement!

Go Pokes!

Palvih Bhana Coordinator, New Student Programs Office of New Student Orientation & Enrollment

Oklahoma State University 321 Student Union Stillwater, OK 74078

405-744-3636 [email protected] newstudents.okstate.edu

Read the following information carefully. It’s important you understand the process for setting up your O-Key account, taking the math placement exam, choosing your major, applying for housing and registering for orientation and enrollment.

You can begin registering for an orientation and enrollment program on Feb. 1 at newstudents.okstate.edu. Click “Freshmen” to view the summer enrollment calendar and choose your program date.

Beginning in April, we’ll send your confirmation packet, which includes important information about your specific orientation and enrollment day.

OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FRESHMAN ESSENTIALS 3

BEFORE ORIENTATION & ENROLLMENTYou must complete these five steps before your orientation program.

STEP 1CommunicatE With Us O-Key

To register for your New Student Orientation & Enrollment program, you need your O-Key account information. If you haven’t activated your O-Key, which also establishes your OSU email address, visit okey.okstate.edu and follow the activation steps.

OSU Email

We send all official communication only to your OSU email, so it’s essential to check this account at least once a week.

Access your OSU email at email.okstate.edu. If you’ve forwarded your email to another personal email account, be sure to identify @okstate.edu as a “safe sender” so you don’t miss any important information.

STEP 2Your OSU Home Residential Life

All freshmen are required to live in university-approved housing. Even if you plan to join a fraternity, you should complete your housing application in the event you change your mind or housing space is unavailable in your chosen fraternity. Room selection occurs based on the date your housing application is submitted and deposit is paid, so the earlier, the better! Register for housing at reslife.okstate.edu.

STEP 3 Paying for College Scholarships & Financial Aid

Your application for admission was also your application for scholarships. For your best chance at being considered for our extensive scholarship opportunities, submit answers to our application essay questions and any leadership or community involvement. We also encourage you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) so you’re eligible for all possible scholarships and financial aid. To ensure you’re fully considered for all OSU scholarships, you must submit test scores and transcripts by Feb. 1.

You may continue to send test scores, transcripts and other items until July 1 to update your file for maximum scholarship and financial aid consideration.

Step 4

Register for Orientation You can begin selecting an orientation and enrollment program on Feb. 1. Register online at newstudents.okstate.edu. We offer both overnight and one-day programs, as well as dates that complement Camp Cowboy weekends.

Step 5

Take the Math Placement Exam Starting May 1, incoming students should take the Math Placement Exam before their orientation and enrollment program.

Visit placement.okstate.edu/math to identify the best way for completing the exam based on your academic progress.

The Math Placement exam is required for

• AnystudentwhowilltakeanOSUmathcourse

• Studentswhoaren’tcurrentlyenrolledinacollege-levelmath course OR any student who hasn’t earned any college-level math credit (Note: beginning and intermediate algebra do not count as college-level math)

• Allstudentsplanningtopursuedegreeswithin the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology

The Math Placement exam is not required for

Students who already have credit for the math courses required for their chosen degree program on a college transcript that has been processed by the OSU Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

You can begin taking the Math Placement exam May 1, and must take it before your orientation and enrollment program.


SELECTING YOUR ORIENTATION & ENROLLMENT PROGRAMFor your orientation and enrollment, you may choose between an overnight program or one-day program.

Student ProgramsOvernight Programs (Recommended)

Overnight orientation programs benefit students and parents who would like more time to work through the enrollment process and maximize their campus experience.

During the overnight program, you will:

• Discussyouracademicplantwice: •VisitwithacademiccollegerepresentativesonDay1 •MeetyouracademicadviserandenrollinclassesonDay2

• Meetyourorientationleadersinsmallgroups

• Attendinformationalbreakoutsessions

• Participateineveningactivitiesandsessions with other incoming freshmen

• TourhousingandtheColvinCenterduringeveningprograms

• Spendadditionaltimewithyourorientationleaders to get the full student perspective

• Havetimeonthesecondprogramdaytovisitotherdepartments, such as Scholarships & Financial Aid or Greek Life

Check-in for overnight orientation programs begins at 12:30 p.m. on Day 1, with the program concluding between noon and 1:30 p.m. on Day 2 (depending on the amount of time you spend with your academic adviser for enrollment).** ** If you have not taken the math placement exam before your orientation, you must arrive by 8:45 a.m. to complete it before the program starts. More information regarding testing will be included in the confirmation packet you receive after you register for your program.

One-Day Programs (Alternate)

If you can’t attend an overnight program, we offer alternate one-day programs. These programs are designed for students who have attended multiple academic campus events, are certain of their degree choice and can make decisions quickly. During this enrollment day, you will meet with your academic adviser in the afternoon to enroll for classes,while family members attend a family information session.

Check-in for the one-day program begins at 8:30 a.m. The program concludes by 5 p.m.

Family Programs

Family Orientation

A successful college experience requires a partnership between you, your family and the university.

We recognize your family plays a pivotal role in your success and have created a family program for them that runs parallel to your session.

Families will learn about OSU culture, academic services, scholarships and financial aid, campus safety, parental rights and important campus resources. If you choose the overnight program, your family can attend the academic preview with you on Day 1 to help you make some enrollment decisions before you finalize your class schedule on Day 2 with your academic adviser.

Each adult guest must pay a $25 family orientation fee, which covers some meals, parking, printed materials and other resources. You can pay this fee online and list your family members when you register for your orientation program.

Future Cowboy Program

For guests ages 12 to 17 attending orientation and enrollment, we offer the Future Cowboy Program, which allows participants to experience OSU by exploring campus, learning about the academic colleges and majors and touring Gallagher-Iba Arena and Boone Pickens Stadium. Those ages 15-17 can also join one of our OSU campus tours for part of the day.

Each participant in the Future Cowboy Program must pay a $10 fee, which covers meals and other materials. As with adult guests, this fee is paid online when you register for your orientation.

“The best thing about OSU is the people. Within one semester, you already have your OSU family. Those are the people who make every day in college special. Those are the people who you’ll have for the rest of your life.”

—Bailey Wallace Senior, Communication Sciences And Disorders


ORIENTATION HOUSING (OVERNIGHT PROGRAM)

Enrolling Students StudentswhoattendanovernightprogramstayinStoutHall.Yourbed will be set up and a towel provided, but you may bring additional blankets, towels and other items if you want. Please bring your own toiletries. Residential Life will add a $30 fee to your first bill in the fall to cover these accomodations.

Family Guests StoutHallisreservedforstudents,soweencourageyoutoexplorethe local accomodations below. Family members often spend time exploring Stillwater while students participate in evening activities. A Stillwater community guide will be provided at check-in for your use. A map and listing of area accommodations is also available on our website at newstudents.okstate.edu.

On campus or within walking distance:

• AthertonHotelatOSU| 405-744-6835

• BestWesternPlusCimarronHotel&Suites| 405-372-2878

Within 1 mile of campus (on Hall of Fame):

• FairfieldInn&Suites| 405-372-6300

• HamptonInn&Suites| 405-743-1306

• MicrotelInn&Suites| 405-372-7100

Within 4 miles of campus (west side):

• HolidayInn&Suites| 405-372-2445

• ResidenceInnbyMarriott| 405-707-0588

• QualityInn| 405-372-0800

• DaysInn| 405-743-2570

• LaQuintaInn&Suites| 405-564-0599

• Motel6| 405-624-0433

Within 4 miles of campus (east side):

• TheCottonwoodInnBedandBreakfast| 405-210-0965

• WyndhamGarden| 405-377-7010


ORIENTATION DATES every summer, OSu manages the available seats in high-demand freshman courses throughout the enrollment dates, providing students who can’t attend early sessions an equal opportunity for enrollment choices. Students interested in the Honors College are encouraged to attend earlier sessions, as Honors classes are not managed throughout all dates.

*You can connect your orientation and enrollment program with a Camp Cowboy weekend on these dates.

Camp Cowboy (optional, but so much fun you won’t want to miss it!)

Camp Cowboy is an exciting three-day experience filled with connections to other new students and current OSU student leaders. Participants engage in team-building activities, small-group discussions and campfires to help learn personal strengths and ways to get involved on campus. Participating in Camp Cowboy makes your transition to college easier by creating a support network before you move onto campus.

The camp charge is $170, but some registration waivers are available. Call 405-744-0383 or visit campcowboy.okstate.edu for more information about Camp Cowboy and/or registration fee waivers.

OVERNIGHT PROGRAMS (RECOMMENDED)

ONE-DAY PROGRAMS (ALTERNATE)

Thursday-Friday, May 29-30*

Monday-Tuesday, June 2-3

Thursday-Friday, June 5-6*







Monday-Tuesday, June 30-July 1

Monday-Tuesday, July 7-8

Thursday-Friday, July 10-11*

Monday-Tuesday, July 14-15

Thursday-Friday, July 17-18*

Tuesday, May 27

Wednesday, May 28

Wednesday, June 4

Wednesday, June 11

Wednesday, June 18

Wednesday, June 25

Wednesday, July 2

Thursday, July 3

Wednesday, July 9

Wednesday, July 16

“The best thing about OSU is the atmosphere. Being a Cowboy means joining a family that is bigger than you could ever imagine, and knowing all Cowboys, past and present, have a home away from home in Stillwater.”

—eMily Thill Sophomore, English


CHOOSING YOUR MAJORChoosing the right academic path isn’t always easy. You should consider the decision from many angles to find the best fit for you. Almost every degree leads to an array of career choices, depending on how you focus your interests, knowledge and abilities. OSU divides degree programs into six academic colleges, which we encourage you to research and explore before your orientation program.

When you applied for admission, you indicated the degree you wished to pursue. If your interests have changed, you will have the opportunity to request a major change when you register for your orientation program. If you’re unsure about your path, it’s best to wait until orientation to make any changes. We will verify your decision to change degree areas when you check in for your orientation program.

It’s important to understand your major declaration could affect college- or degree-based scholarships. For this reason, if you have received any such scholarships, you’ll want to be careful about changing your major area since it could nullify your scholarship. If you are changing into a degree area where you may be awarded scholarship opportunities, you should make an official change of major before orientation by emailing the Office of Undergraduate Admissions ([email protected]) from your OSU email account to request changes be made immediately for scholarship reasons.

College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources

136AgricultureHall|405-744-9464|casnr.okstate.edu

animal Science

• AgriculturalCommunications Double Major

• AgriculturalEducationDoubleMajor

• AnimalBiotechnology

• Business

• International

• LivestockMerchandising

• Pre-VeterinaryAnimalScience

• Production

• RanchOperations

Biochemistry and molecular Biology

• Pre-MedicalorPre-VeterinaryScience

entomology

• Bioforensics,Pre-Veterinary and Pre-Medical Sciences

• InsectBiologyandEcology

environmental Science

• EnvironmentalPolicy

• NaturalResources

• WaterResources

Food Science

• Industry

• MeatScience

• Science

Horticulture

• HorticulturalBusiness

• HorticulturalScience

• PublicHorticulture

• TurfManagement

landscape architecture

landscape management

Natural resource ecology and management

• FireEcologyandManagement

• FisheriesandAquaticEcology

• ForestEcologyandManagement

• NaturalHistoryandConservation

• RangelandEcologyandManagement

• WildlifeBiologyandPre-Veterinary Science

• WildlifeEcologyandManagement

Plant and Soil Sciences

• AgronomicBusiness

• CropProductionandManagement

• PlantBiotechnologyandImprovement

• SoilandWaterResources

OSU Majors by Academic College:

agribusiness


• CropandSoilSciences

• FarmandRanchManagement

• Finance

• International

• Management

• Marketing

• Pre-Law

• Pre-VeterinaryBusinessManagement

agricultural Communications

• AgribusinessDoubleMajor

• AnimalScienceDoubleMajor

agricultural economics

• AccountingDoubleMajor

agricultural education


• HorticultureDoubleMajor

• Teaching

agricultural leadership

• ExtensionEducation

• General

• InternationalStudies


College of Arts & Sciences

213LifeSciencesEast|405-744-5658 cas.okstate.edu

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

Zoology

College of Education

339Willard|405-744-6350 education.okstate.edu

aerospace administration and Operations

• AerospaceLogistics

• AerospaceSecurity

• AviationManagement

• ProfessionalPilot

• TechnicalServiceManagement

Career and technical education

• BusinessandInformation Technology 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

american Studies

art

• ArtHistory

• Studio

• GraphicDesign

• StudioArt

Biochemistry

Biological Science

Botany

Chemistry

• ACSApproved

• DepartmentalDegree

Communication Sciences and disorders

Computer Science

economics

• General

• InternationalEconomicRelations

english

• CreativeWriting

• ProfessionalWriting

• ScreenStudies

French

Geography

Geology

German

History

liberal Studies

mathematics


College of Engineering, Architecture & Technology

101EngineeringNorth|405-744-5276 www.ceat.okstate.edu

aerospace engineering

architectural engineering

• Structures

architecture

Biosystems engineering

• Biomechanical

• BioprocessingandBiotechnology

• EnvironmentalandNaturalResources

• FoodProcessing

Chemical engineering

• Biomedical/Biochemical

• Environmental

• 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

101HumanSciences,405-744-5053 humansciences.okstate.edu

design, Housing and merchandising

• ApparelDesignandProduction

• InteriorDesign

• Merchandising

Hotel and restaurant administration

Human development and Family Science

• ChildandFamilyServices

• EarlyChildhoodEducation

• FamilyandConsumerSciencesEducation

Nutritional Sciences

• AlliedHealth

• CommunityNutrition

• Dietetics

• HumanNutrition/Pre-MedicalSciences

Spears School of Business

103 Business, 405-744-2772 spears.okstate.edu

accounting

economics

• BusinessEconomics andQuantitativeStudies

• Pre-Law

entrepreneurship

Finance

• CommercialBankManagement

• General

General Business

• Pre-Law

international Business

management

• BusinessSustainability

• HumanResourceManagement

• SportsManagement

management information Systems

• InformationAssurance

• ManagementScience and Computer Systems

marketing

“One of best things about OSU is the homecoming experience. After participating in Football Frenzy, the pep rally, the sign competition, Harvest Carnival and pomping or welding for countless hours, you can be exhausted. But when Walkaround comes and 80,000 people get to enjoy the house decs, all those hours are worth it and the sense of community is unmatched.”

—GreG STeWarT Senior, Business Management


Learning and Student Success Opportunities Center (LASSO)

214StudentUnion|405-744-5333

lasso.okstate.edu

Students deciding between majors housed in different academic colleges or those who are uncertain about their academic path may be advised through the LASSO Center. In addition, students admitted through alternative admission programs are advised and receive specialized services through the LASSO Center. Because LASSO advises majors across the university rather than within a specific college, its services focus on transition and major exploration opportunities. Once a course of study is decided on, students transition to the appropriate academic college to complete their degree.

The Honors College

101OldCentral|405-744-6799

okstate.edu/honors

StudentsacceptedtoTheHonorsCollegeworkwithtwoacademicadvisers each semester — the academic adviser in their degree area andanHonorsadviser.

Campuswide Advising Optionsin addition to the college-level academic advising units listed earlier, OSu offers specialized advising for specific populations:

Pre-Health Professions & Pre-Law Advising

213 Life Sciences East Pre-Health405-744-9965|Pre-Law405-744-5658

prehealth.okstate.edu

prelaw.okstate.edu

Students pursuing careers in law or medicine may be “pre-law” or “pre-med” from any major. Choosing a degree area only because it includes a “pre-law” or “pre-med” option is not always the best decision. Choosing the degree area most closely related to your overall interest or other career options is key. Academic advisers and career consultants can help explain various degrees with courses and experiences that will prepare you for professional school.

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 Resource One at a cost of $4,165/8,500. 12/13. #5174.


Campus CONTACTSas you begin your transition to OSu, you may need to reach out to various campus departments. if you need a department number that isn’t listed below, please call us at 405-744-3636 or directory assistance at 405-744-5000 to get connected.

Frequently Called Numbers

Campus Life 405-744-5488

Career Services 405-744-5253

Fraternity & Sorority Affairs 405-744-5490

Information Technology 405-744-4357

Institutional Diversity 405-744-9154

Meal Plan 405-744-4920

Multicultural Affairs 405-744-5481

Registrar 405-744-6876

Residential Life 405-744-5592

Scholarships & Financial Aid 405-744-6604

Scholar Development & Undergraduate Research 405-744-7313

Student Disability Services 405-744-7116

Undergraduate Admissions 405-744-5358

Veteran Benefit Services 405-744-6343

The Office of New Student Orientation & Enrollment is eager to answer your questions and help you start your future with the OSU family.

See newstudents.okstate.edu for a checklist, parent connections, orientation schedule previews, information for first-generation college students and much more.

We look forward to meeting you very soon!

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