OSU-OKC Viewbook

Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City supports the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and welcomes requests for reasonable accommodation. For ADA accommodations, please contact the Office of Services to Students with Disabilities at (405) 945-3385. Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City 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. This publication, issued by Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City as authorized by Enrollment Management, was printed by Southwestern Stationary & Bank Supply at a cost of $6,142.50. 10.5M/7/2010

www.osuokc.edu/orangecrush

admission, enrollment& financial aid

aGet Admitted!

Submit application electronically at www.osuokc.edu or

Fill out the application on page 13a turn in your application along with transcripts and act scores to the admissions office on the first floor of the Student center.

aGet ORieNted

orange crush - new student orientationHowdy Week - Free food, fun and prizes

Student organization Fair - Find out ways you can get involved

For more information on Student life, visit www.osuokc.edu/studentlife

aOSU-OKC SCHOLARSHiP APPLiCAtiONFor a Full liSt of oSu-oKc scholarships visit

www.osuokc.edu/scholarships

SCHOLARSHiP deAdLiNeS: December 1st for Spring

march 1st for FallaaSUBmit YOUR FAFSA!

Fill out the form online at www.fafsa.govoSu-oKc School code: 009647

FAFSA deAdLiNeS: Submit your FaFSa any time after January 1, but

preferably before may 31.aa

eNROLL iN COURSeSconGratulationS! you’re accepted!

now you can meet with an academic advisor and map out your class schedule.

View the most current class schedules and degree sheets at www.osuokc.edu/academicsa

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Degree Programsand Certificates

40+

$0Application Fee

Uh, yup - FREE!

3 Types of Degrees

Associate of Science

Associate of Applied Science

Bachelor of Technology

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Average Class Size

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Spring - Oct. 25, 2010

Summer/Fall - March 21, 2011

2011 Enrollment

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Yearly Tuition!*$2,394

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our campus at

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6ways to make your class schedule

(days, nights, weekends, online, interactive TV and Cox Cable)

days of Howdy Week!5 7- #of new campus buildings added since 1995-newest building to finish 2011 (Engineering Tech)

* Based on 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester. Charges for tuition are set by Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and are subject to change.


1•break the Ice at Orange crush

this orientation session is designed specifically for students making the leap from high school to college. network with other incoming freshmen and learn how to make the most out of your first year at osU-oKC.

12•pIck yOur prOduce

the osU-oKC Farmers’ market provides fresh produce (many organic), dairy, eggs, meat, baked items and more. every item available for purchase

is grown or made in oklahoma.

8•update yOur status

drop by the Cyber Café on the second floor of the student Center to update your Facebook status, play video games with your friends or watch the latest featured videos on Youtube. don’t forget your laptop because we also have free campus-wide WiFi!

11•hIt the greenosU-oKC has a five-hole golf course available for all students.

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avOId the “freshman 15”

pay It fOrward

the Wellness Center offers activities and classes suited for beginners to experienced athletes.

Community service, service learning and volunteering through campus activities and classes let you apply classroom learning in your community.

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2•grab a bIte between classesif your stomach’s growling, be sure to stop by our cafeteria for a quick snack or full meal.

5•take a spIn arOund the trackour on-campus Precision driving training program offers courses ranging from defensive driving to motorcycle rider training.

6•swIpe free swagevery semester begins with Howdy Week activities that include free food, games and prizes.

9•get InvOlved!

socialize with representatives from campus organizations at our twice yearly student organizational Fair.

Black Student aSSociation BaptiSt collegiate MiniStrieScollege repuBlicanS of aMericacoMputer technology cluB

For a complete list, visit www.osuokc.edu/studentlife. and if you don’t see an organization you like, drop by the student development office (student Center, first floor) and find out how to create your own!

10•enjOy lunch On us

the Leadership U and It’s Your World speaker and event series highlight core areas on how to

better yourself as a leader and improve the world around you. did we mention free lunch?

3•gOvern yOur future

as a member of the student Government association (sGa), you will have the opportunity to work with

faculty, staff and fellow students to help build an even better osU-oKC.

13•get yOur dream jOb!

meet with part- and full-time employers at our Career Fairs. Be sure to use the Career resource Center to check over your resume, get interview ready and research tons of cool careers.

14•unleash yOur Inner sleuth!

attend campus events throughout the year, including the murder mystery dinner, which is complete with dinner and crime solving.

go greendeaf/hearing Social cluBhiSpanic Student aSSociationMiSSion dance

native aMerican Student aSSociationStudent leaderS of toMorrowyoung deMocratS and More...


Set up your own free, personal portfolio at the career resource center.Track and save your career and college exploration journey!

Which Career is Right for You?

• Check out your career interests and preferences and take self-assessments to find your career!

• Explore college majors• Take free practice Tests - ACT, SAT, PSAT, GED, CLEP

• Learn how to get money to go to school

Career Resource Center • Student Center, First Floorwww.osuokc.edu/CareerResources • (405) 945-8680


“ I didn’t exactly take the traditional route when I started college. I needed a flexible schedule with most of my classes completely online, and I found that at OSU-OKC. They also offer free software downloads like the latest version of Microsoft Office.”

Felicia Hinote Del city High School, Del city

majorHealthcare administration

WHY i CHose osU-oKC i wanted the “big” university name of oSu with the small

campus feel in oklahoma city.

Favorite ClassGovernment with professor Steven collins. it was always interesting! i mean, what professor uses a rihanna song to

teach government?!

Favorite PlaCe to stUdY outside on the grass. my english professor took us outside to write, and ever since it’s been a regular thing for me.


DeJa Combsputnam city north High School, oklahoma city

majorpsychology

Goals aFter GradUationlaw school and total world domination.

sPeCial aCComPlisHmentsi was accepted into the national education for Women’s leadership program and offered an

organizing for america internship.

orGanizationspresident’s leadership council, young Democrats

GUiltY PleasUrei own 64 pairs of shoes. i hide them from myself

sometimes so i won’t feel guilty. i once lost a pair in my apartment for a year since i hid them so well!

“ I chose OSU-OKC because it was close to home and convenient. I stayed because it really is an amazing place. I learned so much here that I doubt I would have learned from a big institution. It truly is an amazing school.”


Join the OSU-OKC community on Facebook & Twitter! facebook.com/osuokc • twitter.com/osuokc


vital contacts

WWW.osUoKC.edU

OSU-OKC main Number..........(405) 947-4421www.osuokc.edu

Admissions............................(405) 945-3224(student Center, First Floor)[email protected]

Advisement & enrollment......(405) 945-9150(student Center, First Floor)

[email protected]

Bookstore...............................(405) 945-3201(student Center, second Floor)

Business Services..................(405) 945-3203(administration Building, second Floor)

Financial Aid & Scholarships...(405) 945-8646(student Center, First Floor)

[email protected]

Hispanic Student Services .....(405) 945-9135(student Center, First Floor)

[email protected]

Recruitment & Campus tours ...(405) 945-9150(student Center, First Floor)

[email protected]

testing & Assessment Center..(405) 945-8648(student Center, First Floor)


Tour InformaTIon

ExplorE To a HIgHEr DEgrEE!

VIsIT www.InsIDEosuokc.com for a VIrTual snEak pEEk

DATE

TIMELOCATION

Student Center

First Floor

Try before you buy – when you want a new car, you take a test drive. But, what do you do when you want to find the perfect school? answer is – TakE a Tour! sure, you can read about a college or check out the website, but you won’t truly get a feel for our campus until you come out and visit with your campus rep!

call (405) 945-9150 or EmaIl [email protected] To scHEDulE your Tour!www.osuokc.edu • pg 11

DiD you know?

OSU-OKC offers over

100Online

coursescandb

free wifi aCCeSS

900 n. Portland ave.,

oklahoma city, oK 73107

(405) 945-9150 • www.osuokc.edu

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DiD you know?there are over

45aSSOCiateand certificate prOgramS OFFered

at osU-oKc.

www.osuokc.edu/degrees


aGriCUltUre technologiesWWW.osUoKC.edU/aGriCUltUre

Prepare for an entry-level position within the turfgrass industry. Graduate with the necessary skills for a career as a golf course superintendant, sports turf manager or lawn care professional. this degree provides those currently employed in the field an opportunity to upgrade their education and training.

turFGraSS manaGement a.a.S.

Graduating with this degree, you will have a variety of skills related to animal healthcare. You will also be eligible to take the national and state board exams for licensure as a registered veterinary technician.

Veterinary tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

this degree program prepares individuals for a career in the horticulture industry. designed to provide students with the coursework they will need to further their education at a four-year university. all articulation and transfer agreements should be verified between the student and the accepting institution.OPTIONS: Pre-landscape architecture/landscape Contracting

Horticulture tecHnoloGy a.S.

Graduates are equipped to grow and maintain nursery stock, landscape plants, fruits and vegetables, floral crops, tropical plants and garden flowers for residential, commercial or state/government projects. Heavy emphasis on hands-on experience and learning.OPTIONS: landscape Contracting, landscape design, nursery and Greenhouse Production, Horticulture therapy, retail Floristry, sustainable Crops Production

Horticulture tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

explore plant growth and development in depth, as well as cultural and seasonal aspects of plants – horticultural knowledge and skills acquired meet minimum horticulture industry requirements for employment, providing an excellent base for future professional growth and advancement.

Horticulture certiFicate

develop an in-depth understanding of the floristry industry. Covers a variety of florist-related businesses. meets the minimum requirements requested by the industry to become a floral designer or to manage a floral shop.

retail FloriStry certiFicate

(405) 945-3358 [email protected]

Favorite Classamerican Government

sPeCial aCComPlisHments Vice president’s Honor roll,

oSu-oKc president’s Honor roll

GUiltY PleasUrechecking Facebook!

Donnovan RogersJohn marshall High School, oklahoma city

“ I looked around at several schools and OSU-OKC really took the time to help me out. The one-on-one meeting with my academic advisor made it easy to get started on my first semester.”


arts & sciencesWWW.oSuoKc.eDu/artS

Find a gateway to complete your degree, whether planning to earn a technical program associate degree or pursuing a bachelor’s degree. this flexible degree program can be tailored to each student’s individual needs.

applieD tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

meet requirements of medical and legal communities, law enforcement and business for individuals who can accurately translate and interpret between spanish and english. not a traditional spanish program; emphasis is on accurate and spontaneous translation and interpretation.OPTIONS: Healthcare, legal, law enforcement

tecHnical SpaniSH/tranSlation anD interpretation a.a.S.

Gain overview of laws governing public and/or nonprofit organizations, as well as financial and budgeting principles. learn dynamics of working and negotiating constructively with employee or public interest groups, and examine hot-button issues that administrators must be prepared to face. internships with area organizations and agencies give option of administrative experience.

public SerVice a.S.

majorparamedic/nursing

sPeCial aCComPlisHmentsVeteran Services work study;

i’ve also been to 12 different countries!

GUiltY PleasUreXbox Way too much.

To contact the OSU-OKC Veterans Services office, visit www.osuokc.edu/veterans or call (405) 945-8692.

Tyler Jonesnorman High School, norman

“ I plan on becoming a firefighter. I want to make a difference and OSU-OKC is helping me fulfill that goal.”

(405) 945-3256 • [email protected]



BUsiness technologiesWWW.osUoKC.edU/BUsiness

obtain basic knowledge of accounting theory and a high level of computer applications competency with career enhancement in the areas of tax, inventory control, payroll and computerized accounting.

accountinG a.a.S.

Provides a solid management background and technology know-how. the degree is designed as a balance between technology training and leadership skills needed to allow you to be globally competitive.

OPTIONS: office management

buSineSS tecHnoloGieS a.a.S.

learn healthcare management principles, techniques and effective supervision of healthcare personnel. Curriculum provides in-depth knowledge of healthcare’s nature and current evolution, delivery approaches, funding strategies, and medicolegal, ethical and related concepts, issues and trends.

HealtHcare aDminiStration a.S.

train to use programming languages, software applications and computer operations. entry-level positions in a variety of computer-based careers will be at your fingertips.

OPTIONS: accounting, Business information systems, Computer Game Programming, Computer technical support

computer inFormation SyStemS a.a.S.

learn to plan, organize, staff, motivate, control, innovate, and represent in private, government or nonprofit organizations. You will be equipped with supervisory and managerial skills for entry-level or middle-management positions.

OPTIONS: General Business, management, marketing

manaGement a.a.S.

discover requirements to be a sous-chef, pastry chef, personal chef and pastry culinarian by the american Culinary Federation. Graduates are prepared to sit for Food service management Professional certification. through agreement with metro technology Centers, learn fundamentals of customer service, purchasing and cost control, and basic concepts of nutritional cooking.

OPTIONS: Baker assistant, Banquet Caterer

reStaurant manaGement a.a.S.

Provides an excellent foundation for those seeking entry into the graphic arts, multimedia and presentation professions, or technical writing, written communications and digital media.

OPTIONS: illustration/multimedia, internet/Webpage design, Writing

tecHnical communicationS a.a.S.

Provides an excellent foundation for general education background in computers and networking. You would learn skills in areas from managing/implementing security in microsoft Windows networks to webpage design/telecommunications.

OPTIONS: network

inFormation tecHnoloGy a.a.S.


Joanna Ramosbethany High School, bethany

majornursing

sPeCial aCComPlisHmentsWas selected out of the entire oSu-oKc student body as the

2010 Student leader of the year.

orGanizationsStudent Government association,

Student leaders of tomorrow, Hispanic Student association

most memoraBle ColleGe eXPerienCe

Going to atlanta for the Student leadership conference. i got to meet students from all over the world and received student leadership certifications.

leaders on this campus are awesome – I’ve learned so much from my peers over the past year. You truly learn as much outside as you do inside the classroom.”

“ Student


majorSign language interpretation

Favorite PlaCe to stUdY the comfy library couches!

Favorite CaFeteria Foodi seriously eat a hot dog and curly fries three of the four days i’m on campus.

stUdent orGanizations mission Dance,

president’s leadership council, phi theta Kappa Honor Society,

Go Green and Deaf & Hearing Social club

Brianna Friesedmond Sante Fe High School, edmond

HUman servicesWWW.osUoKC.edU/HUmanserviCes

this degree program enhances the professional skills of police officers, firefighters and paramedics in handling critical incidents. Graduates will be strong candidates for promotion into first-line supervisory positions and career advancement.

emerGency reSponDer aDminiStration b.t.

Provides a knowledge base in chemical dependency and its treatment. integrates into a related bachelor’s degree program at the University of Central oklahoma. Certain portions will also integrate into other four-year programs. talk to an advisor about your options.

alcoHol anD SubStance abuSe counSelinG a.S.

Builds american sign language signing skills and provides foundation course work for a bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling, speech pathology/audiology, deaf education and interpreter training.

american SiGn lanGuaGe a.S.

“ I mostly do volunteer work through the scholarship committee of the President’s Leadership Council (PLC). I love that I get to be involved with so many activities on campus, like the Halloween Blast.”

WHY i CHose osU-oKC conveniently located, the cost of

attendance and the campus atmosphere.

Favorite CamPUs event Halloween blast

stUdent orGanizations baptist collegiate ministry,Student nurses association

GUiltY PleasUreScrapbooking while watching old

Disney movies

“ I want to work with teams of medical personnel in foreign countries, especially to establish medical clinics. OSU-OKC is helping me reach those goals by supplying a quality education at an affordable price and a great location.”


HealtH sciencesWWW.oSuoKc.eDu/HealtH

Prepares you for national registry examination and qualifies you to enter healthcare workforce as a cardiac sonographer. trained sonographers operate equipment that collects reflected echoes to form an image that may be recorded for interpretation and diagnosis by a physician.

ecHocarDioGrapHy tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

our nursing program is approved by the oklahoma Board of nursing and accredited by the national league for nursing accrediting Commission. Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the national Council licensure exam for registered nurses.

nurSe Science a.a.S.

through cooperative agreement with metro technology Centers, prepare to work in radiation imaging field (i.e. using x-rays to produce images for diagnostics). Upon completion, you will be qualified to take the american registry of radiologic technologists national exam.

raDioloGic tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

Prepares graduates to enter workforce as vascular technologists. technologists specialize in sonography of the peripheral vascular system. Graduates will be prepared to take the national registry exam in vascular sonography.

VaScular tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

Be equipped to promote health and wellness through planning and execution of nutritional services. the program prepares you to become a technician in healthcare, community and commercial food service, and to take the national registration exam to become a registered dietetic technician.

Dietetic tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

Monica DeckerWindsor Hills baptist School, yukon


(405) 945-9154

[email protected]


majorapplied technology

most memoraBleColleGe eXPerienCe

attending the oklahoma Student Government association leadership retreat. at the retreat, oSu-oKc gave me the

opportunity to strengthen my leadership abilities.

stUdent orGanizations baptist collegiate ministry,

mission Dance,phi theta Kappa

Erika Glyckherryukon High School, yukon

“ I had just graduated from high school and wanted to have a small class size so I wouldn’t feel overwhelmed. That’s why I chose OSU-OKC – small class sizes and professors that really care. It’s been amazing.”

sCienCe & engineeringWWW.osUoKC.edU/enGineerinG

science and engineering initial plan of study. Customize your degree plan to suit your particular interests.

applieD tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

Graduates gain inspection, estimating, materials selection, and construction procedure skills to prepare for construction jobs with engineering and architectural firms. OPTIONS: Building inspection, Construction management, Construction techniques

conStruction tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

as a surveyor, you can map the world’s terrain, explore new oil sources, investigate crime scenes, take charge as a Ceo, appear in court as an expert witness, or operate high-tech equipment.

ciVil/SurVeyinG tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

learn drafting techniques and procedures to create building environments. Graduates are employed with engineering, construction, and architectural firms as well as city, state and federal government agencies.OPTIONS: Cad-architecture

arcHitectural tecHnoloGy a.a.S.


develops in-depth understanding of early care education management, with center or home options, to meet/exceed oklahoma childcare facilities licensing regulations.

maStery in early care eDucation aDminiStration certiFicate

meets requirements of municipal fire services who seek qualified individuals to become firefighters and provides advanced technical training in fire protection to those seeking employment in fire service.

municipal Fire protection a.a.S.

Prepares students for variety of careers in emergency medical services, disaster response and other emergency response conditions. the curriculum prepares graduates to implement first response in emergency settings.

emerGency manaGement a.a.S.

Prepares you to work as an emergency medial service provider in the pre-hospital environment. Broad-based general education background prepares graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree and to sit for the oklahoma license and the national registry exam.

emerGency meDical SerViceS - municipal Fire protection a.a.S.

meets requirement of fire service agencies across the United states, prepares students to the level of Firefighter i. terminal events in this entry-level training include Class a and B live-free training and national certification testing for hazardous materials awareness.

FireFiGHter i certiFicate

designed as a transfer degree to prepare students for a variety of careers in law enforcement and other areas of the criminal justice system. the broad-based background in general education prepares graduates to continue educational pursuits at a four-year college.

police Science a.S.

Prepares graduates to function as interpreters in a variety of situations with persons who are deaf or hard of hearing; including legal, religious, medical, educational and mental health settings.

SiGn lanGuaGe interpretation a.a.S.

Prepares early care education skills and competencies needed to meet oklahoma performance standards as an administration or master teacher. this program integrates into a bachelor’s of science degree. OPTIONS: administration, master teacher

early care eDucation a.a.S.

Provides general education background, as well as preparation for law enforcement work. Curriculum is accredited by the oklahoma Council on law enforcement education and training.OPTIONS: Crime scene investigation

police Science a.a.S.

Focuses on crisis management, intervention and victim advocacy. this degree provides the education and skills necessary for a career in crime victim advocacy.

crime Victim/SurViVor SerViceS a.a.S.


Work in the world’s tallest office and learn the latest technology in the wind power industry. trains you in electrical power transmission, industrial safety climbing, scheduled maintenance and general service.

WinD turbine tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

Possess some of the “know-why” of the engineer and the “know-how” of the craftsman. Graduates act as liaisons between the electrical engineer and the skilled worker. Graduates can start careers in communication electronics, computer electronics and/or automated manufacturing.

electronicS enGineerinG tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

Provides well-rounded environmental, safety and fire protection background. Focuses on safety laws and regulations, identification of hazards, and techniques and procedures to protect them. Prepares for environmental field position and professional certification.

occupational anD enVironmental SaFety a.a.S.

Graduates from this program are prepared to work in public and private sections of the electrical power industry. Coursework includes electrical principles, safety, pole climbing, driver safety Cdl classes, and high voltage transmission and distribution.

poWer tranSmiSSion anD DiStribution tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

meet the needs of safety professionals through education on fire prevention and equipment enterprise for commercial buildings, distribution companies, and fire detection and suppression hazard analysis/system design. Program has option to directly transfer to osU.

Fire protection anD SaFety tecHnoloGy a.S.

learn technical skills for a variety of positions allowing you to combine technology specialties into one flexible program. employment fields include technical staff assistants to engineers, mid-management assignments, local and state business/industries, and governmental agencies.

General enGineerinG tecHnoloGy a.a.S.

Prepare to enter into one of the most important fields of study for the next century. Your education will provide you the opportunity to enter the Green building and sustainable energy industry. make a difference in tomorrow’s world, today.

reneWable/SuStainable enerGy a.a.S.

this certificate is designed to prepare students to enter into one of the most important fields of study for the next century. the program specializes in a variety of fields including servicing on-site renewable power generation systems both wind and solar, geothermal heating and cooling system design and installation, and more.

reneWable/SuStainable enerGy certiFicate

this certificate is designed to prepare technicians as quickly as possible to enter the workforce. students will learn about principles of power distribution, climb safety and tower rescue, wind turbine diagnosis and repair, and more.

WinD turbine tecHnoloGy certiFicate

Prepare to become an electrical power technician and to assist those working in the power industry. trained to install, maintain, program, and test variety of electronic and mechanical metering devices, perform electrical tests and repair various electro-mechanical relays.

electrical poWer tecHnoloGy a.a.S.


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