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When our oldest child left for college last fall, I knew I would miss him terribly. But would he miss or even think about home? We’re really close, but Solomon is an independent guy and had spent plenty of time away, so I was pretty sure he wouldn’t be homesick. I was happy to call him weekly, but I wasn’t sure what might prompt him to initiate a call or text. The answer? A cooking question: “How do I make that chicken? How much lime do I use in that dressing? What salad should I bring to a party?” Even without a kitchen in his freshman dorm, Solomon found plenty of opportunities to cook at friends’ houses and on team trips. When he left for college, Solomon was among the more kitchen-savvy (and enthusiastic) boys in his crowd, but some of my friends worry that their kids don’t have even the most basic cooking skills they might need in their next phase of life. My friend Betsy is pretty sure her son Alex, who leaves for college in August, doesn’t know what “sauté” means, let alone how to do it. And despite Alex’s skill at making nocook dipping sauces, she can’t recall him ever boiling water to make pasta (though she suspects he could figure it out). College students tell me they cook, or at least aspire to, for a number of reasons. Some of the biggest are wanting healthier or tastier food than what is available on campus, saving money, being creative, managing food allergies or just craving something homemade when they’re hungry. Sometimes the realities for college students, especially with no car and no kitchen, keep them from cooking much until after their freshman year. But Solomon reported that he had some of his best times last year cooking for or with friends, and he was proud to show off his kitchen skills when the opportunity arose. He was particularly psyched to get invited back to the home of some senior girls he’d befriended to cook more meals after he made them “Purple Pancakes.” So what basic cooking skills do kids need? Here are basic techniques kids may want to master this summer. In my experience with teaching kids in the kitchen, I’ve learned not to assume that everyone knows what may seem obvious to more seasoned cooks:
• Wield a knife: The biggest and most undervalued key to having good knife skills is keeping knives sharp. Even an inexpensive, easy-to-use sharpener can turn your dull blades into well-honed slicing-anddicing machines. Teach your child to sharpen knives frequently, and have them learn to safely and effectively hold and use a chef’s knife. Videos and practice can be very effective teachers. • Boil water: If you can boil water, you can make pasta, rice, hard-boiled eggs, mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. If using a gas stove, turn the heat as high as it will go without the flame extending
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• Use a slow cooker: With the right ratio of food to liquid, you can slow-cook almost anything, from a whole chicken, to soups and stews, beans or “baked” potatoes. Slow cookers work at low heat for hours without anyone needing to be home to tend to it. Many college students tell me they use this appliance more than any other because they can put the chicken and seasonings in it in the morning or early afternoon, then come home to a hot and perfectly cooked meal after class. • Plan meals: If we teach our kids how to plan in advance for a meal or two, figure out what to serve to make a complete and nutritious dinner, make a grocery list and shop, and know when to start cooking each dish so they will all be ready at the same time, they’ll have the essential skills to cook anywhere, anytime. My husband’s specialty is cold scrambled eggs with hot toast!
• Do the dishes: It’s not glamorous, but remind kids about the importance of cleaning up after eating, including wiping down counters and closing packages tightly so food bits don’t attract critters. Otherwise, they’ll be unlikely to want to cook again too soon! Solomon, the author’s son, (above) was among the more kitchen-savvy and enthusiastic boys in his college crowd. A slow cooker (right) is a popular appliance with college students. You can cook almost anything in it with ease. past the edge of the pot. Cover to bring the liquid to a quicker boil.
• Sauté: If your kid can melt some oil or butter in a skillet, they can scramble or fry an egg and sauté vegetables, tofu or meat. Make sure the oil or butter is hot before adding the food, and stir occasionally with a spatula or spoon to keep food cooking evenly. If using a nonstick pan, preheat it with the oil or butter already in the pan, and use nonmetal utensils to avoid scratching the surface. • Bake and roast: I’m guessing your child has baked cookies at least once. But if not, teach them about preheating the oven, buttering or oiling the pan to make cleanup easier, setting a timer so food doesn’t burn, using mitts to take hot pans out of the oven, knowing the difference between baking and broiling (we broil to brown the top of food quickly), and using high heat to roast vegetables or meat quickly and effectively.
Summertime, when the pace of life may be just a little slower, is the ideal time to get your teen cooking — especially if they leave in a couple of months for their next phase of life. Making one of their favorite things to eat — whether it’s burgers, salad, corn on the cob, pasta or omelets — is a great place to get them started on picking up basic cooking skills. Many families find it works well to have each family member take on a meal each week. They might even like to make a checklist of dishes they’d like to master before they leave home. Let your teen decide how involved or uninvolved in the cooking process they want you to be. Chances are, once they see how easy it is to cook and how satisfying it is to eat something they have prepared, their confidence and interest will grow. You’ll both feel better knowing they can start to build the base for a lifetime of skills and meals to feed themselves, their friends and families (even if they still seek your advice by text from time to time). - Aviva Goldfarb, Special to The Washington Post, is a family dinner expert and founder and chief executive of The Six O’Clock Scramble, an online healthy meal planner.
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TULSA TECH Six campuses in the Tulsa area • (918) 828-5000 • tulsatech.edu
Tulsa Tech is the oldest and largest technology center in Oklahoma’s nationally-acclaimed Career Tech system. We provide affordable, industry-standard technical training in an engaging, innovative learning environment where students benefit from instructors with years of valuable industry experience. Tulsa Tech offers a wide range of opportunities to prepare students for success in a career. With six campuses in the Tulsa metro area, a campus is never too far away. A recognized contributor to regional economic prosperity, we have one vision: to be the region’s leader of career and technical Locations: education, Broken Arrow, Jenks, resulting in a Owasso, Sand Springs quality job for and Tulsa every Tulsa Tech Student Population: 5,500 student and a Follow Tulsa Tech on skilled workforce for every Facebook and Twitter. company, and our Find us at @tulsatech. mission is simple: educating people for success in the workplace. We take pride in being a highly-diversified institution that rivals the complexities of many colleges and universities, and serving as a link between students and the developing economy of the Tulsa metro area. Tulsa Tech currently serve over 5,500 high school and adult students exploring over 80 full-time career majors in addition to providing training for over 31,000 customers in both part-time classes and customized business and industry training. Students can choose from a variety of exciting programs including health sciences, aerospace, preengineering, automotive and information technology.
Tuition is free for public, private and home-schooled high school students with affordable tuition for adult learners. We offer morning, afternoon, evening and allday classes to fit any schedule. Tulsa Tech offers the Accelerating Independence Scholarship, which covers 100 percent of tuition and required fees for individuals age 18-23 with GED or high school degrees from any in-district, public, parochial or home school. The Accelerating Independence Scholarship was developed to help provide a pathway for this age group to acquire the skills that currently align with the industry needs of our region. Increasing student educational access and career success are among Tulsa Tech’s top priorities. To facilitate this, we have created many shorter courses aligned with overall career majors and industry certifications, provided to our students in a more business-friendly way. Many of these part-time classes build upon larger career majors and ultimately offer
students optional pathways within a particular career field. Tulsa Tech believes in providing students with resources for work-based experience and placement — resources that are critical for making the transition from classroom to workplace. Our strong partnerships with businesses and industry in the region create unique opportunities for student placement and workbased experiences. Students who successfully complete training are referred to available and appropriate employers in their respective career fields. Career advisement is also available for middle school, high school and adult students in the Tulsa metro area. If you are currently looking for an opportunity to explore a challenging new career, quality customized business or industry training, or exciting evening and weekend classes, Tulsa Tech invites you to visit today. For more information, please call 918-828-5000 or visit us online at tulsatech.edu.
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The University of Tulsa The UNIVERSITY of TUlSa n 918-631-2000 n utulsa.edu Tulsa, Oklahoma Tulsa, Oklahoma • (918) 631-2000 • utulsa.edu TheUniversity UniversityofofTulsa Tulsa a top 100 doctoral The is is a top 100 doctoral degree-granting institution, a top 50 private degree-granting institution and Oklahoma’s college and Oklahoma’s top-ranked university, according to the 2018 U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” publication. top-ranked university according to the 2017 U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” TU attracts some of the brightest students publication. from across the U.S. and around the globe TU attracts some of the brightest students fromto an inclusive campus that values diversity. across the U.S. and around the world. This fall,In addition to welcoming about 900 international students from 65 countries, TU welcomed 724 freshman with an average the university’s study-abroad programs ACT score of 30 to its 200-acre residential provide opportunities to embrace new campus. TU’s diverse student population is cultures. Students find themselves on a attracted not only by the university’s highly 200-acre residential campus near downtown with traditional college experiences such regarded academic reputation, but also its 11:1 as Division I sports, dozens of student-to-faculty ratio. organizations and a variety of housing options. TU has been recognized for its energy
Student Population: 4,433 Highest Degree: Doctorate Mascot: Golden Hurricane
than 50 years. Today, that TU offersprograms small classesfor andmore an 11:1 reputation extends to areas such as cyber security, student-to-faculty ratio. Incoming finance, psychology and Native freshmen, transfers and nontraditional American law. In TU opened thesupport Oxley College students 2015, receive exceptional from of Health which brings together nursing, kinesiology dedicatedSciences, faculty and staff. Committed professors empower students to tackle and rehabilitative sciences and the communication biggest challenges facing Tulsa and the sciences and disorders. world. The True Blue Neighbors community engagement program allows Global education is an important component students of to the participate in service projects TU experience, and all students are and maintain a steady presence in local schools and neighborhoods. Undergraduate research is supported in every college at TU, and emphasis is placed on leadership development and self-discovery.
encouraged to study abroad at least one semester. The opportunity to embrace new cultures also can be found on campus where about 1,200 international students come from more than 70 countries. TU’s dedicated community engagement program, True Blue Neighbors, allows students, faculty and staff to participate in civic service projects and maintain a steady presence in local schools and neighborhoods. Much more than a prestigious university, the TU family is a force for good in the Tulsa community.
Follow TU on Facebook at @utulsa.edu and on Twitter/Instagram at @utulsa
From the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and math) to the arts and humanities, TU offers a major for every interest. The university also is home to a top-ranked business college and law school. More recently, TU has been recognized for expanding its healthcare disciplines Highest Degree: Doctorate by adding a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree to its highly regarded School of Nursing. TheMascot: university’s Golden world-classHurricane facilities prepare students for graduate school and meaningful Facebook: @utulsa.edu employment. Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat: @utulsa
TU is a good value with excellent scholarships, valuable internships and a 95 percent placement rate. Last year, the university awarded more than $23 million in financial aid to incoming freshmen, and TU alumni earned the highest mid-career salaries among all Oklahoma college graduates.TU is a private university dedicated to knowledge, research and community.
TU is home to more nationally competitive scholars than all other Oklahoma colleges combined.
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NortheasterN state UNiversity Tahlequah-Muskogee-Broken Arrow, Oklahoma • (800) 722-9614 • Go2NSU.com in Oklahoma. Northeastern is the frontrunner in campus public safety offering an opt-in free GPS savvy security smart phone app and offers seamless transition from two-year to four-year degree through Smart Choice.
At Northeastern State University, we are determined that our students will be successful—no matter their background. Your success IS our mission. One institution with three campuses and a robust online presence, we share a common thread—a tireless dedication to serving each student individually, meeting their needs and exceeding their expectations from first contact to graduation, career placement and beyond. We offer strong academics focused on career readiness, hands-on immersive learning experiences ranging from robotics to reading labs and the third-most affordable tuition of any university in Oklahoma. In financial aid year 2016-2017, NSU awarded over $33 million dollars in scholarships and grants to undergraduate degree-seeking students. Our HawkCents Certified Financial Counselors can help you make informed financial decisions while you attend NSU, as well as provide the skills you need to reach your financial goals after graduation.
Your Success Starts Here.
Locations: Tahlequah, Muskogee, Broken Arrow and Online Student Population: 7,909 Highest Degree: Doctorate Mascot: RiverHawks Twitter: NSURiverHawks
Our highly credentialed professors and our team of advisors and counselors are focused on and committed to student success. NSU offers a wide variety of options for students, where they can select from 57 exceptional undergraduate and 23 graduate degree programs, along with the professional doctor of optometry degree. Classes are offered on the home campus of Tahlequah, as well as Muskogee and Broken Arrow. We are a comprehensive regional university and the fourth-largest public four-year institution of higher learning in Oklahoma. NSU is one of only 23 colleges of optometry in the United States. It is a top university for American Indian baccalaureate graduates and has a long-standing history of preparing more American Indian educators than any other school in the nation. NSU is a regional leader in healthcare education and has prepared the majority of educators
The Tahlequah campus, nestled at the foot of the Ozark Mountains, is a blend of old and new, where rich history meets modern technology. Here, classes are small, people are friendly and supportive, and new students feel at home. There are more than 100 student organizations, 10 NCAA athletic teams and plenty of on-campus and nearby activities.
Focusing on Healthcare Degrees. Muskogee’s modern campus serves upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, offering programs in nursing, occupational therapy and physician’s assistant (expected in 2019).
Finishing Your Degree is Closer Than You Think. Broken Arrow’s state-of-the-art campus serves mostly upper division and graduate students with 30 undergraduate and 17 graduate programs, including a Professional MBA and master’s degrees in Criminal Justice, Higher Education and Special Education Autism Spectrum Disorders, among others. Class schedules are designed to maximize a student’s time on campus with evening, online and blended formats, as well as weekend seminar and workshop courses. NSU was founded in 1845 as the Cherokee National Female Seminary, and on March 6, 1909, the Oklahoma legislature purchased the seminary from the Cherokee Nation. In September that same year, classes began at the Northeastern State Normal School. Seminary Hall still stands as the historical centerpiece of campus where classes are held daily. For decades, NSU has played a key role in the area’s history and development. Enroll today at Go2NSU. com.
NSU was founded in 1845 as the Cherokee National Female Seminary and is now the state’s fourth-largest university.
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ROGERS STATE UNIVERSITY Claremore, Bartlesville and Pryor, Oklahoma • (800) 256-7511 • rsu.edu A dynamic, regional university with more than 3,700 students, Rogers State University provides the complete college experience where students can live on campus, participate in a myriad of student activities, or enjoy the thrill of NCAA Division II athletics — all while earning a degree from one of RSU’s many high-quality academic programs. RSU offers bachelor’s and associate degree programs in Oklahoma’s top 10 fastest growing industries. These include traditional programs such as communications, humanities, business administration, criminal administration, applied technology, and nursing, as well as emerging fields such as game development and environmental conservation. Many students from northeast Oklahoma who plan to attend medical school complete their undergraduate studies through RSU’s program in medical/ molecular biology. RSU’s nursing program produces students who consistently score better than the state Locations: Claremore, and national averages on the RN Bartlesville and Pryor licensure exam. Student Population: 3,722 Students work closely with faculty Highest Degree: members who mentor their Master’s academic progress and professional Mascot: Hillcats development. RSU attracts highachieving students through its Follow RSU on Facebook, rigorous Honors Program and the Twitter, Instagram. President’s Leadership Class (PLC). @RogersStateU Additionally, students can participate in international study-at-large programs that provide opportunities to see the world, learn about other cultures and enrich their educational experiences. RSU also offers graduate education through its master of business administration that utilizes its signature strengths in accounting, entrepreneurship, management, and sport management disciplines. Rogers State offers conveniently located campuses in Claremore, Bartlesville and Pryor (at the MidAmerica Industrial Park) alongside its nationally recognized online program that provides classes that meet any schedule. RSU is the only public four-year university in the Tulsa metro with on-campus housing. Hillcat Athletics compete as members of the NCAA Division II in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, and track and field, as well as competitive cheer and dance. The university consistently ranks among the nation’s leaders for graduates who earn diplomas with the least amount of debt. In fact, last year, almost half of RSU’s graduating class earned their degree without student debt thanks to RSU’s affordable tuition combined with public and private student aid.
RSU is the Tulsa metro area’s only public university with on-campus housing.
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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY Stillwater, Oklahoma • (405) 744-5358 • admissions.okstate.edu
Top 10 reasons you should be an OSU Cowboy! OSU students enjoy an energetic atmosphere that promotes personal growth, academic excellence and lifelong success. Check out the top 10 reasons why you should join the Cowboy family! As a student at OSU — and future leader in Oklahoma — come experience all of this and more.
1. Holistic Admissions Program OSU’s admissions application process considers more than just test scores and GPA. With a holistic and comprehensive review process, students who don’t meet assured admissions criteria can be considered for admission through essay questions, leadership experience, community involvement and academic letters of recommendation.
2. Get Involved OSU provides students with an opportunity to be part of something bigger than themselves and make a change in the world. With more than 500 campus organizations, you can get involved, learn leadership skills and connect with others who share your interests and passions.
3. Valuable Investment As the best value in the Big 12, OSU is committed to helping make college affordable. More than $300 million in scholarships, grants and financial aid is awarded each
year. Eighty percent of OSU students receive financial aid and 49 percent of graduates had zero debt when they graduated. An OSU education is worth the investment in yourself.
4. Academic Opportunities OSU has six academic colleges and more than 200 degree programs. With aviation to zoology available — and everything in between — students will find a major that fuels their passions and leads to a rewarding career.
5. Challenge Yourself Students can challenge themselves with a rigorous academic plan through The Honors College, Oklahoma’s highest ranking honors program, which provides smaller, discussionbased classes to spark academic curiosity.
6. Hands-on Research With the Freshman Research Scholar program — a unique program offered at few universities — students participate in undergraduate research alongside a faculty member in any area of study, building relationships and résumés all at the same time.
7. Cultural Destination OSU’s commitment to the arts makes it a destination for students interested in explor-
ing their creative side. With top-rated academic programs and world-class facilities, like the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts, OSU offers diverse educational opportunities and programming with real-world professionals — including the New York Philharmonic.
8. Your New Home Stillwater has it all with a small-town feel and big-city attractions. Residents and businesses welcome students, helping you feel at home and part of the Cowboy family. With direct flights to Dallas/Fort Worth, students can easily fly to more than 200 destinations.
9. Campus Resources OSU offers a variety of resources to help students adjust to college life. Students will find everything they need to succeed with free counseling services, tutoring, academic success coaching and OSU’s pet therapy program. Career Services assists with résumés, cover letters and job searching to help you land your dream career.
10. America’s Healthiest Campus OSU has been named America’s Healthiest Campus. Dedicated to the wellness of students, OSU offers fitness classes, intramural sports, healthy dining options, outdoor relaxation spaces and more.
Student Population: 25,254 Highest Degree: Doctorate Mascot: Cowboys Follow OSU on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and SnapChat. Find us at @BeAnOSUCowboy
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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY - TULSA Downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma • (918) 594-8000 • osuintulsa.com ing the flexibility of online classes. Oncampus classes are generally offered one night a week and many begin at Earn an OSU degree in 5:30 p.m. or later. Earning an OSU degree in Tulsa is afTulsa fordable, too. Oklahoma State UniversiOSU-Tulsa offers undergraduate and ty was named a 2018 Best Value public graduate degree programs in areas college by Kiplinger Personal Finance including aerospace, business, educa— the 15th time it has received this tion, engineering, human sciences and recognition. liberal arts. Each year, OSU-Tulsa awards thouOSU-Tulsa students graduate with sands of dollars in scholarships finanthe same OSU degree that students in cial aid to help students pay for their Stillwater receive. Our downtown locaeducation. Since many of our students tion enhances opportransfer from Tulsa tunities for students Community College, Student Population: to access internships, OSU-Tulsa offers the 2,280 volunteer positions, Tulsa Achieves Concultural attractions and Highest Degree: tinuation Scholarship the urban social scene. Doctorate for students who Most undergraduMascot: attended TCC as part ate students transfer Cowboys of the Tulsa Achieves to OSU-Tulsa after program. The OSUFollow OSU-Tulsa on completing an associTulsa Transfer Tuition Facebook and Twitter at ate degree or about Waiver and Regents OSUTulsa and Instagram 45 hours of freshmanDistinguished Transferat okstatetulsa and sophomore-level Waiver Scholarship are course work at a twojust two more of the year college. many financial aid and scholarship opOSU-Tulsa also offers master’s and portunities available. doctoral degree programs as well as graduate certificates to give students Research focus the opportunity to continue their Since OSU-Tulsa is a comprehensive education beyond a bachelor’s degree research institution, students have and gain a competitive edge in the ample opportunity to participate in remarketplace. Graduate degrees and search that directly impacts Tulsa-area certificates also help professionals businesses, communities and families. learn skills to help transition to a new • The Helmerich Research Center is field or advance in their career. a state-of-the-art facility for materials science and engineering research with Flexibility and affordability an emphasis on partnering with indusOur students lead busy lives, so OSU- try to commercialize that research. • The OSU Center for Family ResilTulsa’s class schedules are designed for ience focuses on research that adconvenience. dresses everyday issues confronted A growing number of course offerby families and helps transform that ings at OSU-Tulsa are a hybrid blend research into practice. of traditional class time and online Research provides students the oplearning. Students in hybrid classes can portunity to collaborate with faculty develop relationships with instructors and network with experts in their field and classmates in person while enjoy-
while adding value to their education and resume.
Start early Academic counselors at OSU-Tulsa recommend starting the admissions process early to plan classes, consider career goals and learn about financial aid and scholarship options. • Academic counselors regularly visit
local two-year colleges or even have offices at the institutions. • One-on-one appointments are available to discuss career goals, undergraduate and graduate degree options and financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Learn more about earning an OSU degree in Tulsa at osuintulsa.com or in Stillwater at admissions.okstate.edu.
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University of science AnD Arts of oklAhomA Chickasha, Oklahoma • 800-933-8726 • usao.edu Curious minds challenge the world. At the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, our students get a distinctive educational experience. USAO’s innovative and creative interdisciplinary core curriculum, combined with superior instruction in major fields of study, prepares students to challenge and change the world in which they live — creating a future of their own.
and designed to last. This is why USAO is recognized by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni as one of only 24 universities nationwide, and the only university in Oklahoma, meeting the highest standards in requiring every student to have a solid foundation in math, science, literature, history and other core subjects. School Location Chickasha, Oklahoma — within 35 minutes of urban shopping and entertainment in three directions.
Small class sizes. Approachable faculty. A beautiful historic campus. USAO provides students with experiences National Distinctions Student Population: and opportunities USAO’s unusual 850 unlike other public status and performance Highest Degree: institutions in Oklahoma. as a public institution Bachelor’s Students will have has attracted extensive the chance to work independent and Mascot: Drovers hands-on conducting unsolicited recognition research, participating from multiple Find us on Facebook at in practicums, and national observers UniversityofScienceandArts designing and of higher education. and on Twitter @usaodrovers implementing projects Together, they praise that will not only prepare the value of the them for their chosen school’s combination career, but will ensure they excel. of academic quality, accessibility and affordability, and its record of especially USAO’s Mission. USAO is the state’s enhancing the social, economic and financial prospects of its graduates. only public liberal arts college. Its mission • Washington Monthly ranked USAO 5th, is to provide the public with a distinctive the highest ranked school in Oklahoma, on and accessible science and arts education. its 2017 list of the 100 Best Bang for the Buck In combining an interdisciplinary core colleges and universities among southern curriculum with superior instruction in major fields of study, USAO aims to provide a states. • Washington Monthly also ranked thorough education that prepares students USAO in the top 100 Liberal Arts Colleges for meaningful, purposeful lives. nationwide; one of only six public USAO graduates are living proof that the institutions included. • Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine liberal arts model enables students to learn, rated USAO, one of only three Oklahoma exercise critical thinking and communicate. universities to make the list, 67th on its list Within one year of graduation, a higher of 100 best values in in public colleges in percentage of graduates from USAO are the nation for in-state attendees as part employed than from any other university in of its annual best value in public colleges Oklahoma. Regardless of a student’s path, report. the skills gained at USAO are time-tested
USAO ‘s mascot is the Drovers, named after the rich heritage of cattle driving in the Chickasha area.
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The UNIVERSITY of OKLAHOMA
Norman, Oklahoma City and Tulsa, Oklahoma • (800) 234-6868 • ou.edu Created by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1890, the University of Oklahoma is a doctoral degreegranting research university serving the educational, cultural, economic and health-care needs of the state, region and nation. The Norman campus serves as home to all of the university’s academic programs except health-related fields. The OU Health Sciences Center, located in Oklahoma City, is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. Both the Norman and Health Sciences Center colleges offer programs at the Schusterman Center, the site of OU-Tulsa. OU enrolls more that 30,000 students, has more than 2,800 full-time faculty members, and has 21 colleges, offering 170 majors at the baccalaureate level, 153 majors at the master level, 80 majors at the doctoral level, 32 majors at the doctoral professional level, and 46 graduate certificates. OU is a pacesetter in American public higher education. OU is the only public university in U.S. history to ever rank No. 1 among both public and private universities in the number of freshman National Merit Scholars. This year, OU has achieved an all-time record freshman-to-sophomore retention rate of over 92 percent, ranking OU among the top universities in the nation. OU is one of only 34 public institutions in the nation currently reporting retention rates of 92 percent or higher.
Student Population: 30,000+ Highest Degree: Doctorate Mascot: Sooner Schooner Follow OU on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and You Tube.
OU – The state’s largest university and home to its top scholars
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OklahOma baptist university Shawnee, Oklahoma • (800) 654-3285 • okbu.edu
At Oklahoma Baptist University, we want to help you find your place, both on our campus and in your life, calling, and career. We will prepare you to think critically about worldviews, values and truth to discover God’s plan for your life and your place in the world.
Pursue academic excellence OBU has a reputation for strong academic programs, with a liberal arts curriculum connecting different fields Student Population: of study for a 2,093 well-rounded Highest Degree: education. At Master’s OBU, our faculty Mascot: Bison members are Twitter: @obunews more than professors. They are visionaries helping you imagine who and what you might become. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1, OBU offers a climate where students can ask questions and find answers.
Engage a diverse world As you find your place at OBU, you will find abundant opportunities to serve others, whether on campus, around the community or on the other side of the world. You will find community at OBU through service projects and worship experiences. You will be encouraged by a network of mentors among our faculty, staff and upperclassmen. This focus on service and personal growth has led OBU to be a national leader among Baptist colleges and universities in the number of graduates working in international service or missions vocations.
Live worthy On our campus, known as Bison Hill, you will not be alone as you find your place. Most OBU students live on campus, and connecting your God given talents with classroom training occurs best in the context of family and friends. Our students participate in a wide range of activities throughout the year, including a strong
intramural sports program, club sports, student talent shows, concerts and Bible studies. OBU also competes nationally in 21 NCAA Division II varsity sports.
Find Your Place You are unique, and God is calling you to a unique future. Join us on Bison Hill, and find your place at OBU.
Such a personal approach has produced outstanding results, and that success has led to national recognition. For 26 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report has ranked OBU as one of the top 10 best regional colleges in the western United States. The Princeton Review named OBU as a “Best in the West” college for 2018, and Forbes.com has repeatedly listed OBU as one of Oklahoma’s highest ranked universities.
Integrate faith OBU academics integrate faith into all fields. You’ll experience a Christian worldview in business classes just as you will in religion classes. Faculty and students actively discuss their faith on a college campus that is truly Christ-centered. OBU is committed to providing students with an interdisciplinary approach to education. All OBU degree programs feature a common core of classes designed to provide a solid foundation of knowledge.
Three members of OBU’s inaugural class in 1911 later became U.S. senators, including Robert S. Kerr.
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