TU President's Report 2014-2015

The University of Tulsa

2014-15 Annual Report

5

colleges

Established

1894

3,473 undergraduates

#1

private universities U.S.News & World Report

11:1

16

student/faculty ratio

doctoral programs

47

master’s programs

employers hired graduates from the Class of 2014

Outcomes

50

3.8 average GPA 74% top 10% of high school class

325

in nationally competitive scholars (more than all Oklahoma schools combined)

Top

Incoming freshmen

89% placement rate #1 ranking in Oklahoma

for salary potential

#5

ranking in region for salary potential

1

golden retriever

1,209

law and graduate students

Message from the President Throughout my time at The University of Tulsa, the members of the TU family have worked hard and invested generously to advance this institution along nearly every conceivable axis — including the scope of our degree programs, the utility and beauty of our campus, the distinction of our student body, the talent of our faculty, the health of our endowment and the depth of our relationship with the Tulsa community.

Over the past several months, our senior administrative team and I have been in conversation with each other, our faculty and with our Board of Trustees. We have identified five focus areas to guide our future efforts:

We have been driven by a sense of building for a better future, both for ourselves and for those whose lives we touch: people including Kendall Whittier neighbors, visiting scholars, hospital patients, sports fans and untold others.

n Community service, civic engagement and cultural outreach

In many ways, that better future is here. TU’s academic programs have never been stronger, nor our campus community more distinguished. Over the past decade, applications for undergraduate admission have nearly tripled. Our True Blue Neighbors service initiative finds us linked to the community in remarkably meaningful ways, and our partnerships with foundations and individual philanthropists have empowered us to make bold moves, such as launching the new Oxley College of Health Sciences, establishing the Helmerich Center for American Research, and assuming management of the cityowned Gilcrease Museum.

It is time to envision our next chapter and set out a new course of work that builds on what we have already accomplished.

n Interdisciplinary partnerships and research n Recruitment, retention and diversity

n Athletics n Internationalization These are not revolutionary choices; they bear an obvious and natural relationship to our recent history – as they should. But they do give us a distinct planning framework for the next round of progress.

In this President’s Report, we share a glimpse of each of these areas, along with a sampling of facts and figures illustrating both what we have done and the challenges and opportunities that we face in the next round. The work ahead is substantial, and its demands may well stretch us in new ways. But given that the TU family thrives on challenge, we can look forward to our next chapter of growth with confidence.

All best,

Steadman Upham, President

Interdisciplinary Partnerships & Research In recent years, The University of Tulsa has established seven interdisciplinary research institutes in areas ranging from alternative energy to the study of trauma. These institutes operate across departmental boundaries and foster innovative approaches to some of today’s most compelling research questions. As we move into our next round of growth, interdisciplinary research partnerships will remain one of our core strategies.

Chemistry and biochemistry senior Austin Evans collaborated with Michael Crockett, (BS ’15) and former Assistant Professor Justin Chalker to develop a plasticized sulfur compound. The polymer could potentially reduce mercury pollution worldwide. Evans later partnered with Travis Woodard, (BSBA ’15), to increase the project’s interdisciplinary reach and compete in the prestigious statewide Governor’s Cup competition.

“Research is truly unrivaled at TU, and it’s been exciting to be involved in such a significant discovery.”

$76,000,000

19

in research and program funding

faculty development summer fellowships

70

corporate and government sponsors of partnership research

71%

research funding received from private industry

18

15 research

OCAST internship contracts

96

consortia and joint industry projects

Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge (TURC) students

7

interdisciplinary research institutes

$1,000,000+ internal research funding

40%

increase in new funds received annually from 2006 to 2015

18 Junior TURC students

Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Students of color are poised to drive much of the growth in U.S. college enrollment over the coming decade. This trend is significant, both as the emergence of a more diverse and dynamic 21st century campus and as an opportunity to address longstanding injustices in college access. In 2015, the university established the Office of Diversity and Engagement. This office will play a key role in new efforts to recruit, support and graduate a highly diverse student body.

The University of Tulsa wasn’t even on the radar for St. Louis native Jocelyn Sheffield, a senior majoring in Spanish, international business and MIS and a member of the Golden Hurricane softball team. Her mom suggested taking a detour to Tulsa after visiting Baylor.

“I didn’t think it would lead anywhere, but the school had so much to offer, including a major related to what I wanted to do. In my gut, I felt it was the place to be.”

91%

freshman received financial assistance (2014)

160

#1

organizations and clubs

$56,400

29

average ACT

average early career salary for TU graduates (payscale.com)

351

among Oklahoma universities for average starting salary (SmartAsset.com)

(payscale.com)

96%

4,682

full-time faculty

#1

among Oklahoma universities for salary potential

of TU’s Class of 2014 placed in either a full-time job or in graduate school within six months of graduation

students

Student population

57:43 male/female ratio

16% multicultural 25% international 35% other states 37% oklahoma

Average SAT

1257

Community Service, Civic Engagement and Cultural Outreach Building on the success of the university’s True Blue Neighbors service initiative in the Kendall-Whittier neighborhood, the Oxley College of Health Sciences is quickly becoming a vehicle for new outreach through a pioneering downtown clinic that combines primary care, wellness support, behavioral health services and legal aid.

On other fronts, TU’s Helmerich Center for American Research, Oklahoma Center for the Humanities, Zarrow Center for Art and Education, and management of Gilcrease Museum deepen our connections to scholarly and general audiences.

Senior psychology major Kathryn Thompson has generously given her time and talent to the local community. She volunteers at the David L. Moss Criminal Justice Center, working with Domestic Violence Intervention Services to facilitate classes for incarcerated men and women. She also serves as a Reading Partner at Sequoyah Elementary School.

“Volunteering has given me the opportunity to use information I have learned in class while contributing to programs that better the lives of inmates and children in the Tulsa community.”

17,500

number of area students who experienced Gilcrease Museum tours and outreach programs

TU student, faculty and staff volunteers

2,831

84%

students who narrowed their literacy gaps and are reading closer to grade level

140

children in Youth Mentoring Program

$1,400,000 Value of TU’s volunteer efforts in the Tulsa community

63,152 Volunteer hours reported by TU students, faculty and staff

TU Reading Partners sessions

81,384 visitors to Gilcrease Museum

1,001

79

nonprofits and schools served

by TU volunteers

$76,700 United Way campaign gift from TU

Golden Hurricane Athletics A vibrant athletics program is a unique vehicle for school pride, a powerful shaper of character, a mainstay of the campus events calendar and a highly visible ambassador. As The University of Tulsa continues to define its niche within the American Athletic Conference, we will work to enhance our programs with the facilities, staff, academic support and other resources needed to compete effectively and with pride.

Mechanical engineering major Katy Riojas has been a star of the Golden Hurricane women’s soccer team for four years. Juggling classes with the demands of a collegiate sport was challenging, but supportive faculty and coaches helped her excel in the game while earning a 4.0 grade-point average.

“It was hard work, but I wouldn’t trade the memories for anything. The past few years have taught me that you can do anything you set your mind to, and you always have a little bit of extra to give.”

2,600+ hours of community

85+

service

hours of national television coverage

All-American awards

3.13 combined annual GPA of all TU student-athletes

4

championships in inaugural season with the American Athletic Conference

8

NCAA team and individual appearances

7

18

NCAA Division I teams

80+

individual and ongoing outreach events

All-Conference awards

73 56%

student-athletes with a 3.0 GPA or better (Spring 2015)

72%

teams with a GPA of 3.0 or better (Spring 2015)

Internationalization With developing nations playing an ever larger role in the economic, ecological and cultural welfare of the planet, today’s universities must help students develop global perspectives. The University of Tulsa will maintain focus on international student enrollment, study-abroad opportunities, partnerships with international organizations and incorporating global issues and examples into the curriculum.

Accounting and finance senior Anshuman Singh was born in India and raised in Kuwait. His father dreamed of being a TU student but was unable to attend. When Ansh was accepted, it was an exciting time.

“I don’t miss home very often, which says a lot about TU. At orientation, I met tons of people, and that’s played a big part in enjoying my time at TU. The university works hard to welcome students from around the world. Moreover, professors make a genuine effort to get to know you.”

30

student body from

partnerships with international universites

students in the Global Scholars program since launch

179

25%

23

76 TU one of

400 Generation Study Abroad universities

countries

4

language majors

TU students studied abroad 76% to Europe 17% to Latin America 3% to Asia 3% to Australia/Pacific 1% to Africa

70

visiting Fulbright Scholars

11 language minors

20

faculty internationalization grants

Consolidated Statement of Activities June 30, 2015 and 2014 (dollars in thousands) Revenues, gains and other support Student tuition and fees Less: University funded scholarships University funded athletic scholarships Scholarships funded by other sources Net student tuition and fees Sales and services of educational departments and public services Sales and services – auxiliary enterprises Research services and sponsored projects Gifts, grants and pledges Endowment income Nonendowment investment income (loss) Distributions from beneficial interest in funds held by others Other

2014

146,704

(54,794) (13,831) (9,813)

(48,206) (13,776) (9,075)

74,986 12,079 26,737 20,193 20,142 23,060 126 25,307 3,494

75,647 11,700 27,495 23,595 17,928 21,898 182 23,843 3,436

206,124 -

205,724 -

$206,124

$205,724

69,699 23,196 8,134 33,273 13,056 29,015 40,207

70,001 22,963 7,827 31,029 12,210 28,685 33,531

$216,580

$206,246

(10,456)

(522)

Nonoperating activities Net endowment income (loss) in excess of income designated for operations Gifts for capital acquisitions and endowments Loss from uncollectable contributions Other permanently restricted income, net Change in donor restrictions Adjustment of unrecognized postretirement costs Increase (decrease) in fair value of beneficial interest in funds held by others

9,541 35,444 - 90 - 121 (4,049)

43,893 45,325 (3,065) 820 - (487) 54,348

Increase (decrease) from nonoperating activities

41,147

140,834

Increase (decrease) in net assets

30,691

140,312

Net assests released from restrictions Total revenues, gains and other support Expenses Instruction Research Public services Academic support Student services Institutional support and other Auxiliary enterprises Total expenses Decrease from operating activities

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2015

153,424

Net assets, beginning of year Net assets, end of year

1,278,346

1,138,034

$1,309,037

$1,278,346

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