University of Oklahoma 2015-2016 Guide for Parents by UniversityParent

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2015–2016 A GUIDE FOR PARENTS

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OU Guide Comprehensive advice and information for student success Greetings From the President Greetings From Sooner Parents! Join Sooner Parents Today! University of Oklahoma Student Affairs Student Involvement Unique Academic Opportunities Academic Support Counseling Services Parental Access to Grades – FERPA Gender Discrimination/Sexual Misconduct Bursar Information Financial Aid Campus Map Student Jobs Student Health Insurance Coverage: Now Required Campus Safety Housing Beyond the Freshman Year Sooner Athletics Parents Campaign – University Development Graduate a Sooner! Recommended Reading University of Oklahoma Overview 2015–2016 Academic Calendar Telephone Directory Helpful Websites

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Dear Parents and Families, As we begin a new academic year, we are extremely pleased and grateful to have your daughters and sons as members of our OU family. Together, we continue to set a national standard for excellence. The University of Oklahoma is an extraordinary institution, known for its academic excellence and strong sense of community. The University attracts top students from across the nation and 140 countries around the world. 6

As a member of the OU community, your son or daughter is a part of the academically highest-ranked student body at a public university in the history of our state. Your child also is attending a university that has been recognized as one of the top 10 “Best Value Colleges,” as named by The Princeton Review. OU is a leader in terms of academic excellence and cost for students. OU is #1 in the nation among all Universities — public and private — in the number of freshman National Merit Scholars enrolled.

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I encourage you to take advantage of all of the opportunities and services available at OU. I hope your son or daughter gets involved outside of the classroom, considers one of our study abroad programs and volunteers for the benefit of others in our community. Above all, the source of our greatest pride is our students. I want to thank you again for sending your daughters and sons to be part of our OU family. I feel privileged to work with them not only as president, but also as a faculty member for the past 40 semesters. Being able to interact with our students in the classroom gives me a chance to truly sense their values and assess their abilities. It has only deepened my respect and admiration for them. In partnership with you, we are truly making OU a center of excellence and source of pride for our students and their families.

Sincerely, David L. Boren President

There are many resources on campus to help your son or daughter toward graduation and enhance his or her educational experience. This booklet is a guide to some of the offices on campus that are here solely to help you and your student. If for any reason you do not get a satisfactory response from any office at the University, please feel free to relay your concern to me through the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Action Line by calling (405) 325-1212 or emailing actionline@ou.edu.

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Greetings from Sooner Parents!

Welcome to the Sooner Family! As returning parents know, and new parents will soon find out, OU is an exceptional place. It is rich in heritage, tradition and educational excellence. The university is fortunate to be led by David L. Boren, whose vision and personal involvement are unparalleled. He sets the standard for the University of Oklahoma as a value-based, student-centered academic institution. 8

As parents, we can continue to support our students by guiding them to reach for their goals. We can encourage them to develop relationships with professors and staff members, and take advantage of the many resources and student opportunities on campus. Creating partnerships through “Sooner Parents” allows us to provide helpful parent resources, scholarships and increased support needed for student services across campus. If you have not already done so, I invite you to join Sooner Parents, OU’s parents association, online at parents.ou.edu and follow us on our new Facebook page. Our primary goal is to keep you informed about important dates, announcements University of Oklahoma

and opportunities for your students on campus. Please feel free to reach out to me or any of our volunteers with questions, comments or concerns regarding your student’s OU experience. Sooner Parents is your association and we are here for you! This year we plan to continue our current Sooner Parents programs: home football game ticket access, local business discounts, numerous $1,000 scholarships, a drawing each semester for a $500 scholarship (just for being a member of Sooner Parents), support for our signature Sooner Parent Mini-Grant program by funding $10,000 of initiatives across campus, monthly e-newsletters and continued support for worthwhile programs such as Sooners Helping Sooners and student emergency funds. There are many areas and programs in which you can participate as your schedule allows. You also will enjoy the opportunity to work with great university professionals who are guiding our students toward a successful future. My husband, Mark, and I have been fortunate to send all three of our children to OU. Laura will be a junior this year, ready to tackle the academic challenges and excitement of the Price College of Business. Recently she met with her major adviser to review course options and to successfully “Graduate Sooner” in four years. Eric and Caitlin have graduated with

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degrees in journalism and education. Each of them had a wonderful, yet unique and personal, experience that continues to stay with them as alumni. As parents we know how quickly time passes. I am confident that your connection to OU will be as positive as ours’ has been. Please contact me if you are interested in increasing your involvement in this worthwhile organization.

BOOMER SOONER! Sincerely, Marty Jane Dama Marty.Dama-1@ou.edu Sooner Parents President Plano, Texas

Sooner Parents is your association and we are here for you!

Join Sooner Parents Today! parents.ou.edu Sooner Parents Membership Benefits: •

Member-only e-newsletters!

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Early notification of Dad’s Day and Mom’s Day dates!

Capital improvement projects on campus benefitting students

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Access to purchase football tickets (when allotment is available)!

Scholarships and student recognition programs

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Local member-only discount program!

Mini-grants for student programs campus-wide

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Parent calendars with monthly information

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Parent-related publications and more!

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Sooner Parents supports:

Scholarships available for students of Sooner Parents members only. Approximately $20,000 was awarded last year!

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Career Services Career Services assists students with career exploration, internships, cooperative education, graduate and professional school applications, and professional employment. The staff provides programs that facilitate contact between students and employers, and teaches career decision-making and jobsearch skills. 323 Oklahoma Memorial Union 900 Asp Ave., Suite 323 Norman, OK 73019-4057 Voice: (405) 325-1974 Fax: (405) 325-3402 hiresooner.com

Fitness and Recreation Fitness and Recreation provides recreational sports and fitness programs. Huston Huffman Fitness Center, the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recreation center, offers weight rooms, a climbing wall, a cardio room, indoor track, basketball, volleyball, badminton, racquetball and squash. The Murray Case Sells Swim Complex offers swim lessons, water aerobics, and lap and recreational swimming. www.universityparent.com/ou

170 The S.J. Sarkeys Complex, Huston Huffman Fitness Center 1401 Asp Ave., Room 170 Norman, OK 73019-2142 Voice: (405) 325-3053 Fax: (405) 325-1365 ou.edu/far

Health Sciences Center Student Affairs HSC Student Affairs is helping develop health care professionals through recruitment, retention, recreational programs and services. The office provides oversight for student organizations and student government; coordinates student development and community-based programs; oversees the David L. Boren Student Union, recreational services and HSC Writing Center; and provides counseling services. David L. Boren Student Union 1106 N. Stonewall Ave., Suite 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73117-1200 Voice: (405) 271-2416 Fax: (405) 271-8817 Toll-Free: 1 (877) 577-5655 student-affairs.ouhsc.edu

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Housing and Food Services

Health Services provides a broad range of health care services for OU students, faculty and staff, including a full-service pharmacy, laboratory, X-ray, physical therapy, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s center, and counseling and testing services. The center hosts regular health fairs and activities focusing on health issues and healthy lifestyle choices. Goddard Health Center is a fully accredited health care facility and all physicians are board-certified. The University Counseling Center helps students resolve problems and develop new skills that will enhance their lives.

Housing and Food Services offers multiple housing options, from suite and community-style living in the residence halls to premier apartment communities. The involved Residence Life staff, the Faculty-in-Residence program, weekend activities and more than 20 options for oncampus restaurants provide students with positive opportunities that enrich their university experience.

Goddard Health Center/University Counseling Services 620 Elm Ave. Norman, OK 73019-0615 Voice: (405) 325-4611 Fax: (405) 325-7065 Appointments: (405) 325-4441 healthservices.ou.edu

126 Walker Center 1406 Asp Ave. Norman, OK 73019-6091 Voice: (405) 325-2511 Fax: (405) 325-7117 ou.edu/housingandfood

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Leadership Development and Volunteerism Leadership Development and Volunteerism prepares students for leadership responsibilities and roles through educational programming and student volunteer opportunities. Signature programs include the Read & Lead book club, Leader Summit, and advising the Big Event. The office coordinates campus awards and recognition programs, advises the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Community Scholars and serves as a resource for students and organizations. 253 Oklahoma Memorial Union 900 Asp Ave., Suite 253 Norman, OK 73019-4054 Voice: (405) 325-4020 Fax: (405) 325-5248 leadandvolunteer.ou.edu

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Oklahoma Memorial Union Oklahoma Memorial Union is the living room of the university; it is a favorite place for students to study, eat and relax. It is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Union provides a computer lab for students, a food court that houses several restaurants, rooms for student organization use and involvement opportunities through the Union Programming Board. 428 Oklahoma Memorial Union 900 Asp Ave., Suite 428 Norman, OK 73019-4052 Voice: (405) 325-2121 Fax: (405) 325-7721 union.ou.edu

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Student Life

Student Affairs at the OU-Tulsa Schusterman Center provides a variety of services to OU-Tulsa students, including career services, health services, wellness programming, student activities and counseling services. The office also advises student government and works with registered student organizations.

Student Life guides students in realizing academic, professional and personal goals as they progress toward graduation and beyond. Students may participate in a wide range of program opportunities that enhance their academic pursuits, including fraternity and sorority life, multicultural programs and the Campus Activities Council. OU’s 400-plus student organizations also register through Student Life.

4502 East 41st St., 1C76 Tulsa, OK 74135-2512 Voice: (918) 660-3100 Fax: (918) 660-3101 tulsa.ou.edu/studentaffairs

Student Conduct Student Conduct serves the university community through the administration of day-to-day disciplinary matters, as set forth in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Code, and maintains student disciplinary records. Additionally, Student Conduct processes housing citations for offenses within Residence Life. 209W Walker Center, 1406 Asp Ave. Norman, OK 73019-2250 Voice: (405) 325-1540 Fax: (405) 325-9132 studentconduct.ou.edu

370 Oklahoma Memorial Union 900 Asp Ave., Suite 370 Norman, OK 73019-4058 Voice: (405) 325-3163 Fax: (405) 325-7493 ou.edu/studentlife

Women’s Outreach Center The Women’s Outreach Center empowers and advocates with and on behalf of women for their safety, wellness and equality. Staff help all students reach their full potential and explore new perspectives. Oklahoma Memorial Union 900 Asp Ave., Suite 247 Norman, OK 73019-4058 Voice: (405) 325-4929 Fax: (405) 325-7493 ou.edu/content/studentlife/diverse_ communities/woc.html

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Student Media Student Media provides professional, hands-on experience for students interested in journalism and related fields. Students write, edit, design and sell advertising for The Oklahoma Daily, oudaily.com, Sooner yearbook, and a variety of book and magazine-style publications.

Vice President’s Office 265 Oklahoma Memorial Union 900 Asp Ave., Suite 265 Norman, OK 73019-4045 Voice: (405) 325-3161 Fax: (405) 325-5248 ou.edu/studentaffairs

149A Copeland Hall 860 Van Vleet Oval, Room 149A Norman, OK 73019-2052 Voice: (405) 325-2521 Fax: (405) 325-7517 studentmedia.ou.edu

“All of us at the University of Oklahoma are committed to your student’s success. Student Affairs provides the outof-classroom experiences that define university life for most students. These activities and services are administered by people who love working with students.”

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Clarke Stroud University Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

Student Involvement

Research indicates that students who are involved on campus make better grades; succeed academically; stay on track; are more marketable; are more satisfied with their college experience; and develop leadership and interpersonal skills. With more than 400 student organizations, several diversity groups, and countless leadership and volunteer opportunities, OU has something for everyone. 16

Student Life maintains a list of all student organizations and student contacts for more than 400 student organizations. For a complete listing of organizations, visit studentlife.ou.edu. The Campus Activities Council is a student group that organizes 16 of the most exciting activities and events for the OU community. CAC provides opportunities for students to get involved on campus committees for such events as Homecoming, Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, University Sing, Momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day and Sooner Scandals. Student Life also provides educational and social services for American Indian and Asian-, Latino- and African-American students, including scholarships, financial University of Oklahoma

The Student Government Association offers students an opportunity to become active in student government through both volunteer and elected positions. Students living in the residence hall can get involved by running for an office on their residence hall floor. Each center has a Resident Student Association that is part of the Housing Center Student Association. The Union Programming Board is an organization that develops student leaders while providing over 400 fun, free and diverse programs in Oklahoma Memorial Union. The OU Greek community also offers more than 45 national chapters. Members of these social organizations are proud of their abilities to successfully balance school, campus activities, work, community service and involvement within their chapter. Students also have several outlets and opportunities for experience in journalism, radio, the Web and TV. The Oklahoma Daily is an award-winning student newspaper that also is available online at oudaily.com. Students can also DJ on The Wire or be a part of TV4OU, which airs a student-produced newscast statewide. aid assistance, leadership development and a peer-counseling program. Student Life is the place where students can find total support â&#x20AC;&#x201D; academically and culturally.

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Unique Academic Opportunities Education Abroad When President Boren arrived on the OU campus, he stated that one of his top priorities was “to provide our students with new opportunities to prepare for the international environment in which we live and work.” The office of Education Abroad remains dedicated to this commitment today, sending more than 1,000 students abroad each year for academic credit. OU students have the option to study abroad on short-term, summer and semester, or year-long programs in more than 140 countries and over 240 cities. OU’s signature program in Arezzo, Italy, affords students the opportunity to learn a variety of subjects in English alongside other OU students in beautiful Tuscany. Other overseas programs are taught in English by OU faculty from a variety of disciplines. OU students also may participate in reciprocal exchange programs with dozens of foreign universities, or immerse themselves in an intensive language-learning program abroad. For more information, please visit studyabroad.ou.edu. 18

OSLEP The Oklahoma Scholar-Leadership Enrichment Program is a unique intercollegiate, interdisciplinary program designed to develop the scholarship and leadership abilities of Oklahoma’s outstanding college and university students. Small groups of students selected from Oklahoma’s four-year colleges and universities study with distinguished visiting scholars. Students indicate that being in an OSLEP class is one of the most rewarding experiences in their academic careers because of the unique learning environment, the time devoted to one subject, and the opportunity to develop a personal relationship with a world-famous scholar and make lasting friendships with students from around the state. For more information, visit oslep.org.

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Joe C. and Carole Kerr McClendon Honors College Students who are high academic achievers and interested in an increased level of intellectual advancement are encouraged to apply to the Joe C. and Carole Kerr McClendon Honors College to participate in the honors curriculum. A variety of honors courses offer the opportunity for interdisciplinary and independent study at both upper- and lower-division levels. These classes are limited to a small number of students and are taught by distinguished faculty members. In addition, the Honors College offers a variety of study and research opportunities, and the option of participating in the Honors Student Association, which sponsors a wide variety of speakers and activities. For more information, visit ou.edu/honors.

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Summer Session Summer Session is bringing a whole new summer experience to taking classes at OU. Concerts, movies and activities bring campus to life and students together. Students can get ahead, stay on track and catch up by enrolling in a four- or sevenweek course that will begin the week following spring final examinations. More than 1,000 courses are offered throughout the summer, including over 200 online classes. These classes are small, allowing students and faculty to enjoy more informal interactions in a relaxed environment. Understanding that many look forward to a slower pace during summertime, OUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intensive, accelerated summer course schedule allows students to earn quick credit hours while providing ample time to enjoy summer downtime and fun. For more information about Summer Session, visit summer.ou.edu or email us at summer@ou.edu.

Academic Support

The OU Tutoring Central website, ou.edu/tutoring, is a list of academic assistance available on campus. Complimentary tutoring is offered through the University College Action program, the Housing Learning Center (Adams Center), Project Threshold (Wagner Hall), and department-specific services. The Writing Center is available to help students improve their writing skills.

Academic assistance can be in the form of visiting the professor, studying with a buddy or in a group, visiting a department tutor, utilizing the Writing Center regularly or accessing any of the Student Learning Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services. These include UC Action, free tutoring services, learning consultations and Student Success seminars. Seminars are free, noncredit sessions covering topics from time management to overcoming procrastination, to help students learn college survival skills. The schedules can be located at uc.ou.edu under â&#x20AC;&#x153;Academic Resources.â&#x20AC;?

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OU students have complimentary and easy access to many types of academic support. Asking questions, spending time studying effectively with others and getting academic assistance in college are part of being a successful student. At OU, academic assistance is for everyone. Encourage your student to embrace an attitude that academic assistance is part of their success at OU.

Center for Major and Career Exploration According to research, approximately 50 percent of college freshmen do not know what major to pursue when they enter college. Of those who begin college knowing their major, 50 to 60 percent will change their mind at least once. Fortunately, OU has staff dedicated to helping students explore their options. The major/career coaches in the Center for Major and Career Exploration work one-to-one with students to identify their individual personality type, interests, values and aptitudes to help them decide on a major and/or career.

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Because finding a major/career is a process that is different for each individual, we offer several tools to assist your student in this journey:

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Individualized coaching to meet the unique needs of each student

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Half-semester 1-credit-hour courses to explore majors and careers

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Parallel Planning seminars (developing a backup plan) for students interested in careers in health and medicine

The best part? It’s free. If your student is having difficulty deciding an academic path at OU, ask him or her to make an appointment with us today. Have your student call us at (405) 325-1684 or email us at exploremajors@ou.edu. They also can go to iadvise.ou.edu/majors to set up an appointment. For more information about the Center for Major and Career Exploration, go to uc.ou.edu/majors.

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Counseling Services Personal, educational and career counseling are available from the University Counseling Center, located at Goddard Health Center. The psychologists and professional counselors of the University Counseling Center assist students with a variety of psychological issues that can impact their academic performance. The knowledgeable staff provides individual, couples and group counseling; psychiatric services; consultation; and workshops or seminars on a variety of mental health issues. The University Counseling Center also offers a variety of testing services, including comprehensive assessments for learning disabilities and ADHD. For more information, visit goddard.ou.edu/counselingservices. 24

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Parental Access to Grades – FERPA The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Buckley Amendment) prohibits the release of grades and other confidential academic information to anyone but the student. The goal of this federal law is to protect the student’s rights. Student records, whether academic or otherwise, are considered private documents. However, parents of dependent students are entitled to have access to this information under guidelines provided in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Access to this information is limited

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to parents who claim the student as an exemption on their federal income tax return. Requests for specific grade or other academic information can be addressed to the Office of Academic Records, University of Oklahoma, 1000 Asp Ave., Room 330, Norman, OK 73019-0430. Each request must include a copy of the top portion of the parent’s most recent tax return showing the student’s name, Social Security number and status as a dependent. Academic information also can be obtained by providing the Office of Academic Records with the written consent of the student. For more information, contact the Office of Academic Records or call (405) 325-2012.

Gender Discrimination/ Sexual Misconduct The University of Oklahoma is committed to creating and maintaining a community where all persons who participate in university programs and activities can work and learn together in an atmosphere free from all forms of harassment, exploitation or intimidation. OU students, faculty and staff participate in mandatory training about the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination and Harassment Policy. This training is designed to inform and educate all members of the community that the University of Oklahoma does not discriminate in its educational or employment benefits, activities or programs on the basis of gender pursuant to Title IX of the Education 26

Amendments Act of 1972. Students and parents are encouraged to read the Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination and Harassment Policy online at ou.edu/content/eoo/policies.html and notonourcampus.ou.edu. The Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Institutional Equity and Title IX Office investigates complaints and may take administrative action against faculty, staff and students for policy violations up to and including termination of employment or expulsion. Students experiencing sexual misconduct, discrimination or harassment are encouraged to contact the Title IX Coordinator, Bobby Mason, at (405) 325-3546 or the Sexual Misconduct Officer, Kathleen Smith, at (405) 325-2215 to file a complaint. For confidential support and assistance with issues involving sexual misconduct or harassment, students can also contact OU Advocates 24/7 at (405) 615-0013. University of Oklahoma

Bursar Information

The University of Oklahoma’s Bursar Services is the centralized billing and payment location for student accounts. Bursar Services disburses various forms of financial aid, such as grants, federal and institutional loans, most scholarships, and resident and nonresident tuition waivers. These types of aid are disbursed as authorized by Financial Aid Services and numerous offices and academic departments at the University of Oklahoma. This office also applies most scholarships and resident and non-resident tuition waivers awarded by university offices and academic

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departments that are authorized by the Office of Financial Aid Services. Waivers are non-cash awards that reduce tuition charges only. A number of payment options, including online payments, exist to allow families the greatest flexibility to pay for the student’s college costs. Additional information is available at bursar.ou.edu. Be sure to check out “Ask the Sooners” when visiting the Bursar website. This comprehensive question-and-answer bank will help you find answers to your most frequently asked questions about financial aid, billing and payment issues, admissions, academic records, online registration and degree navigation.

Parents often have many questions about how much college will cost at OU, how to find out about financial aid and scholarships and how to make payments at OU. Financial Aid Services can help you learn about the many financial aid and scholarship opportunities available to assist students with paying for college. The best place to find financial aid and scholarship information is by first visiting the websites financialaid.ou.edu and scholarships.ou.edu. Be sure to check out the “Parent Information” link and “What’s New” announcements for important information and updates!

Are students or parents billed for enrollment fees and tuition? Students are billed for tuition, mandatory fees and course-related fees by semester. All other charges are billed the month in which they are incurred. Parents who wish to pay charges online or receive notification of statements will need their student to authorize release of the billing information to the parent by assigning them access to their account online at ozone.ou.edu. Bursar Services generates a monthly statement for current charges as of the last day of every month. Students, and those authorized by the student, will receive an email notification when the statement is ready for viewing.

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Paying Tuition and Fees The tuition and fee due date without penalty is Sept. 21 for the fall semester and Feb. 21 for the spring semester. For complete payment and deadline information, service charges, late charges and penalties, visit the website bursar.ou.edu. The quickest way to make your payment is electronically at ozone.ou.edu using online pay. Payments can be made online with an e-check from your checking or savings account or by credit card. Online payments are easy, convenient, private and secure, and are posted to your account the same day. Students can easily set up authorized payers to make payments on their behalf. University of Oklahoma students and employees who choose to pay their account online with a credit card (MasterCard, Discover and American Express) will incur a 2.75 percent convenience fee (minimum $3.00) for the use of the service. Credit card payments are no longer accepted in the Office of the Bursar or by phone.

Login for parents and authorized payers requires that the student designate an email address within oZONE.ou.edu to grant access for parents. oZONE.ou.edu electronic billing and payment system is the official means of generating tuition bills to currently enrolled students at the University of Oklahoma. Students will receive a notice in their university-assigned email account when the eBill is ready to be viewed. Their eBill will detail the amount due (tuition, fees, housing, books and other campus charges) and the payment due date. To view your eBill, click on the View and Pay Statement link under the Money tab. oZONE.ou.edu is available to students and authorized users 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You also may pay in person or by U.S. Postal Service by mailing payment to: The University of Oklahoma Office of the Bursar 1000 Asp Ave., Room 105 Norman, OK 73019-4071

oZONE.ou.edu Electronic Billing and Payment Services for Students Login for students requires university-assigned student User Name and password.

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Financial Aid

Students are encouraged to apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at fafsa.gov. Visit the OU Financial Aid Services Web page first at financialaid.ou.edu for deadline and processing information, Parent PLUS and Institutional Loan information. For those without computer access, please check with your local public library or on campus for open labs. 30

OUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommended FAFSA filing date is by March 1 for the following fall or spring semesters. Follow the FAFSA instructions carefully and include OUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Title IV School Code of 003184. The student must reapply for financial aid each year beginning in January by completing the FAFSA.

Your OU-FAN Students may log in to check the status of their financial aid through oZONE at ozone.ou.edu. Then go to the Money tab to review financial aid Missing Information requests or for the OU-FAN (Financial Aid Notification). The OU-FAN lists the types and amounts of financial aid awards offered and must be submitted online University of Oklahoma

for disbursement of most aid to occur. Receiving the OU-FAN can take up to four to eight weeks after submitting the FAFSA and all requested documents to OU Financial Aid Services. The student will be notified if he or she is not eligible for aid. Students should apply for financial aid by the OU recommended deadlines for aid to be available for early disbursement. Please note that financial aid funds are applied to the student account at the time of disbursement.

Scholarships The University of Oklahoma has many scholarships available to incoming, transfer and continuing students. Scholarships may be based on academic merit, leadership, talent or other criteria. OU students are encouraged to explore all scholarship opportunities through their department and college, as well as

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additional scholarships available at the national, state and local levels. Starting Oct. 1, 2015, all undergraduate scholarship applications will be available through a centralized scholarship application system. More information will be available at ou.edu/scholarships in Fall 2015

OUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommended FAFSA filing date is by March 1 for the following fall or spring semesters.

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jobs.ou.edu for On-Campus Jobs Students can find a wide variety of on-campus work-study and regular jobs at jobs.ou.edu. Students can apply by completing the OU online application 24 hours a day/seven days a week. They also can track their application status and apply to multiple jobs with a single application.

hr.ou.edu/jlp for Off-Campus Jobs

Student Jobs Human Resources helps students find part-time jobs that fit their school schedule. Does your student want to work on campus or in the community? All student job listings are posted online at the following locations:

Off-campus jobs are available through the Job Location Program (JLP). This program connects local employers with student workers at hr.ou.edu/jlp. Students can browse job offerings 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can contact the employer directly to apply for a job. An OU job application is not required for off-campus jobs. Students also can subscribe to an RSS feed of newly posted vacancies so they always know what off-campus jobs are currently available.

Work-Study Jobs Students can apply for work-study jobs when they receive a work-study award through the financial aid office. Qualifying for a work-study award is not a guarantee of employment, but many job postings list a hiring preference for students who qualify for work-study funding. Work-study funding is paid as wages throughout the semester. Contact the Office of Financial Aid Services for more information about work study and other forms of financial aid.

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Student Health Insurance Coverage: Now Required

Health insurance isn’t just a good idea — it’s a necessity, and it’s the law. A medical emergency, sudden illness or serious accident could end the educational dreams of an uninsured student and cause financial devastation for them and their family. Additionally, starting in 2014, the federal Affordable Care Act requires individuals to have medical insurance. The provisions of the law impose an additional fee on a person’s income taxes for being uninsured. Visit healthcare.gov for more information. Your son or daughter can avoid the uninsured medical insurance penalty by enrolling in the OU Student Health Plan. This university-sponsored plan meets the medical insurance requirements of the

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Affordable Care Act and is a cost-effective way for your student to purchase medical coverage during their time at the university. Plan enrollment and coverage periods follow the academic year calendar and premiums can be billed to the student’s university Bursar’s account. To learn more about the student health plan and review the premium rates, go to hr.ou.edu/studenthealth. The OU Student Health Plan covers most routine medical care, lab work, prescription drugs and care for a serious illness, injury, surgery or a hospital stay. Most of your student’s medical needs will be fully covered in the university’s on-campus health care facility. The plan also provides coverage to refer your student to other health care providers when they need care that is not available on-campus.

Campus Safety

The University of Oklahoma is committed to the safety, health and well-being of students, faculty and staff. OU has zero tolerance for violence on campus as well as other inappropriate behaviors, which include but are not limited to, threats, bullying and harassment. University of Oklahoma staff members, from the university police to the landscaping department, are dedicated to creating a safe and secure environment. Landscaping is designed and maintained to minimize concealment and complement campus lighting. Students are encouraged to take advantage of SafeWalk, an oncampus escort service, and the reliable trolley bus system for safer travel after dark. Outdoor emergency blue telephones are located throughout the academic and 36

housing areas. Additionally, the university offers SafeRide, a complimentary taxi transportation service. SafeRide provides a student a ride home any place within the Norman city limits from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday when classes are in session. Police services for the university community are provided by the OU Police Department. Officers with OUPD are state-certified, fully-empowered law enforcement professionals. Officers are on duty 24 hours a day yearround, and response time to emergencies on campus is usually under five minutes. Visiting hours at the residence centers are enforced by the resident advisers and uniformed OUPD community service officers. These community service officers are on duty in the centers all night and patrol the hallways, public spaces and adjacent parking areas. Outside doors and internal security doors are locked by 10 p.m. every night, and visitors must be admitted by residents.

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can be obtained by contacting OUPD. Additional information on security and related subjects is available from many offices, including Housing and Food Services and Student Affairs.

Emergency Communication System

Crime statistics for the Norman campus are published annually in the FBIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Uniform Crime Report, available at most public libraries. OUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crime rate compares favorably with other demographically similar institutions. Annual statistical reports and campus safety programs are summarized in the Sooner Safety report published each October by OU. Sooner Safety is available on the OU website at ou.edu/oupd/safety.pdf. Individual copies are available year-round to the public and

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The University of Oklahoma has an Emergency Communication System that allows the university to contact students, faculty and staff with precautionary information and guidelines for critical campus incidents. ECS automatically transmits messages by multimedia sources to home, office and cell phones via text messaging, email and instant messaging. ECS requires that students, faculty and staff keep their contact information current by regularly checking and updating it at account.ou.edu. Additionally, the University of Oklahoma has a committee of top-level administrators that meets monthly, or on an as-needed basis, to review any concern brought to the committee. This committee assists in maintaining a safe and secure campus environment. Parents can make the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts more productive by encouraging their students to participate in crime prevention and personal safety programs; mark their property; use available security equipment; and promptly report suspicious persons, vehicles or activity to the university police.

If you have questions or want more information about OUPD and its activities, contact the police department at (405) 325-2864 or visit ou.edu/oupd.

safe. Complete information, as well as a convenient online reporting form, is available at ou.edu/normanbit. The online reporting form is available by selecting “How to Make a Report.”

Be aware. Show you care. The University of Oklahoma’s Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) promotes student, faculty and staff success and campus safety by identifying individuals who demonstrate behaviors that may be early warning signs of possible disruptive or violent behavior and intervening at the earliest possible point. The focus of OU’s Behavior Intervention Team is care and concern for students, faculty members or staff members who may be in distress. Team members coordinate resources and implement a coordinated response with the goal of providing assistance to the individual while mitigating risk in an effort to keep the OU community healthy and

Outside doors and internal security doors are locked by 10 p.m. every night, and visitors must be admitted by residents.

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Housing Beyond the Freshman Year

Traditions Square, the university’s premier apartment complex, offers first-class amenities and residence life programs to support students’ academic and intellectual life. Students enjoy a resortstyle pool, basketball and volleyball courts, a luxurious clubhouse and wireless Internet. The apartments are fully furnished, have a full kitchen, offer individual contracts, and include all bills and utilities. Many students prefer the convenience the residence halls offer after their freshman year. Upperclassmen have access to exclusive upperclass communities, the option to select suitemates and others with whom they want to live, and meal plan flexibility.

Studies show that students who live on campus perform better academically and are better adjusted, which is why students are encouraged to continue living on campus beyond their freshman year.

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In fall 2017, new Residential Colleges will open to students. Designed as oncampus living and learning communities for upperclassmen, these Residential Colleges — patterned after residential colleges at Oxford, Yale and Cambridge — will build strong communities. The colleges will have their own dining rooms, study areas, seminar rooms, intramural teams, crests and mottos. They also will have faculty fellows with offices in the colleges. The rooms are a mix of suite and semi-suite configurations, and are located in the middle of campus. For more information about all on-campus housing, visit ou.edu/housingandfood.

Sooner Athletics

The University of Oklahoma is home to one of the most storied athletics programs in the nation. The success of Oklahoma athletics contributes to a sense of pride in the community and across the state. To keep abreast of OU athletics, follow the department on Twitter (@OU_Athletics) and Facebook (Oklahoma Sooners – Official Page). You also may want to sign up to receive the Boomerblast, the official complimentary, weekly email newsletter of the Oklahoma Sooners. Delivered to your inbox once a week, the Boomerblast provides fans an inside look

at the University of Oklahoma Athletics Department, with special features, exclusive multimedia content, special promotions, gameday information and much more. For more information, visit soonersports.com.

Student Tickets OU students are admitted free to all sports except football and men’s basketball. They simply show their official student ID and support the Sooners! To view complete information for student football and men’s basketball season tickets, visit SoonerSports.com and click on Tickets.

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Parents Campaign â&#x20AC;&#x201C; University Development

Parents realize that students learn both inside and outside of the classroom.In fact, for every hour spent in the classroom, OU students spend four hours in informal gatherings, such as studying, meetings, visiting or exercising, all of which contribute to their intellectual and emotional growth.

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That’s why many OU parents believe it’s important to support these activities through the annual Parents Campaign, conducted through the university development office. Each year, this campaign raises funds to support activities and programs that enrich students’ OU experiences, as well as benefit their lives after college. To participate in the campaign, indicate “Parents Fund” at the “Make a Gift” site, www.ou.edu/givenow. Additionally, you may receive a phone call from an OU student during the annual parent campaign. For additional information about the campaign, please contact Kirk Garton at (405) 325-3701 or kgarton@ou.edu.

Through the Parents Campaign, more than 2,300 parent donors support such programs as: • Camp Crimson • Tutoring • The SafeWalk and SafeRide Program • Campus awards programs • A resource guide for students with disabilities • Leadership education programs • Health and alcohol education programs

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Graduate a Sooner! Serving as a bridge between the various academic and support service offices around campus and the student body, the Graduation Office offers a variety of resources to help your student meet his or her graduation goals. 44

Each freshman receives a Graduation Planner created to help students plan a program of study to graduate from the University of Oklahoma. The Graduation Planner is a comprehensive guide to success at OU with valuable information about choosing a major; templates to assist with academic planning semester by semester; yearly checklists; tools and strategies for making the most of the University of Oklahoma

college experience; and tips for utilizing campus resources. Please encourage your student to spend some time looking through their Graduation Planner and using it to create a plan of action for their success at OU. The Graduation Office also is home to the OU Cares program. Students who encounter personal challenges to their success and persistence at OU should contact the OU Cares program at (405) 325-8103 or oucares@ou.edu. We welcome parent calls and emails as well. The Graduate Sooner website is another great tool for students; it can be found at ou.edu/graduatesooner. Please take some time to peruse the site and encourage your student to take advantage of the many resources offered here and across campus. The Graduation Office looks forward to celebrating with you and your student as they join the proud ranks of OU alumni! You will not want to miss out on your studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebration of academic achievement. Visit the graduation website at ou.edu/commencement for a glimpse of what the graduation experience holds for you and your student.

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