Multicultural Programs 2015-16

“Chickasaw Warrior” designed by Enoch Kelly Haney Chickasaw Garden, OCU Campus

Located in the heart of Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma City University campus is within easy driving distance to a wide range of cultural, educational, civic, religious, entertainment, sporting, shopping, and dining options.

As a city redefining itself, Oklahoma City’s contemporary, spirited environment blends with its deep western heritage to create a place where culture and commerce thrive. With renowned festivals, national sporting events, treasure-filled museums, and a variety of districts highlighting arts and entertainment, the possibilities for adventure and fun in Oklahoma City abound.

In addition to experiencing a rich local culture, OCU students have the opportunity to study almost anywhere—Australia, Ecuador, France, Ireland, Italy, England, Costa Rica, Russia, and more. OCU holds affiliation agreements with private study abroad organizations such as Cultural Experiences Abroad (CEA), International Studies Abroad (ISA), and Study Abroad Italy (SAI), to name a few.

OCU prides itself on a history of academic excellence. The Oklahoma City University Honors Program is a university-wide program open to academically talented and motivated students enrolled in any of OCU’s undergraduate programs. The program offers students the opportunity to attend honors conferences throughout the country. Most recently, students have traveled to Salt Lake City, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Chicago.

OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY FAST FACTS

co-ed

private

UNITED METHODIST

urban

80% of science students are accepted into the graduate program of their choice

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70+

undergraduate majors

20+

graduate majors

2

48 Radio City Rockettes (more than any college or university in the world!)

DOCTORAL PROGRAMS

100+ 17

employers visit OCU each year to recruit graduates

300

40%

freshmen

1600

undergraduates

2600

total students

average freshman class size

of the student population is involved in Greek Life

oklahoma’S HIDDEN GEM COLLEGE

78% of professors hold the highest degree in their fields

41%

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OUT-OF-state students

80+ active student-run organizations

90% of students receive financial aid

59%

100%

in-state students

59 3/10 incoming freshmen graduated in the top 10% of their class

NATIONAL ATHLETIC CHAMPIONSHIP WINS and more than any other NAIA university in men’s basketball (6), women’s basketball (8), men’s golf (9), women’s golf (7), and softball (8)

of classes are taught by professors, not graduate assistants

1 OF 3 schools in Oklahoma with a Physician’s Assistant program

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

Why did you choose to attend Oklahoma City University?

The professors make it a point to know their students and help them succeed and the campus is so full of activities that there’s a niche for everyone. When I saw how involved and friendly the students, faculty, and staff members were, I knew that OCU was the place for me!

KYLE WALLACE Senior, Mass Communications: Journalism

What organizations are you involved with?

I’ve been actively involved in the American Indian Scholarship Advisory Board, Native American Society, Student Government Association, Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and Delta Epsilon Iota Honor Society. I also am a Resident Assistant for University Residence Life, an editor for Student Publications, and previously worked as a Gold Star Ambassador for the Office of Admissions and as a Student Ambassador in the Career Services office.

from Moore, OK What is your best memory at OCU? Every year Native American Society holds an annual spring contest powwow. Last year I had the opportunity to serve on the planning committee helping organize and run the powwow. It was the longest 13 hours of my life but working with a great committee and seeing how much fun everyone had celebrating our Native American culture made it worthwhile. Also, the Student Activities Council’s “Big Event.” So many students show up and it’s a great opportunity to relax before everyone gets swamped with finals week.

What is your favorite thing about Oklahoma City?

I love the diversity of Oklahoma City and all it has to offer. Within minutes you can find yourself taking in the art of the Paseo District, enjoying great pho in the Asian District, or cheering on the Thunder downtown.

What organizations are you involved with?

I am involved in the Investment Club, where we try to beat the market and make money for incoming business student scholarships. I am also active in the Hispanic Student Association, which promotes the importance of receiving a higher education among Latinos. Lastly, I participate in the Accounting Club events.

MISAEL MARTINEZ Junior, Economics and Finance from Oklahoma City, OK

What is your favorite thing about OCU? Being a part of the Investment Club has been a great experience. We were able to invest real money in the stock market. Learning how to manage something like that was awesome. I also like how Oklahoma City University promotes the experience of studying abroad.

OCU does a great job of encouraging all students to get out of their comfort zones to go check what’s out there.

What is your favorite OCU event and why?

Free movie-Thursday nights. I really like those sorts of events because they allow us to take a break from college and just hang out with friends.

Why did you choose to attend Oklahoma City University?

Honestly, I came here by accident. I had been accepted to a large public school and when I visited that school I found I didn’t like it; too big for my taste. I came to OCU and instantly felt at home. I am now entering my senior year and couldn’t be happier.

Karis Myer

What organizations are you involved with?

I’m a Resident Assistant (RA) and have spent the past summer as part of the Summer RA Leadership Team. In addition, I am a member of Alpha Chi Omega: Gamma Tau.

Senior, Studio Art from Castle Rock, CO

What is your best memory at OCU? My first homecoming at OCU was a blast. I was participating within my sorority house and the sense of community and belonging just hit me like a ton of bricks.

I fell in love with OCU during that week.

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

WASHINGTON INTERNSHIPS FOR NATIVE STUDENTS (WINS)

BLACK STUDENT ASSOCIATION (BSA)

WINS is an agreement between Oklahoma City University and American University.

OCU may nominate one or more students, who are at least a second semester sophomore, to study in Washington, D.C. for the program. Ideal candidates for the internship will be those studying in the Oxford Plan. Students who are selected receive several WINS benefits, including transportation to and from Washington, housing and a meal plan, a stipend, and AU tuition and fees for nine credit hours for Fall and Spring semesters (six for Summer).

As part of the BSA family, the overall mission is to provide unity and support, as well as encourage servant leadership and academic excellence for all students at Oklahoma City University. BSA members benefit from having a student family on campus, and participating in mentally enriching activities that include weekly meetings, study sessions, OCU homecoming, poetry nights, and various philanthropic and fundraising events.

THE OXFORD PLAN

The AASA promotes and examines the diversity of the Asian Community at Oklahoma City University. As a member of AASA, students are given the opportunity to learn about cultures that are both familiar and new by emphasizing the importance of diversity throughout a community. AASA hosts multiple social events throughout the semester, which are open to the public, and focus on placing diversity in the spotlight.

The Oxford Plan is an interdisciplinary major administered by the departments of philosophy and political science. It includes preferential admission to the Oklahoma City University School of Law. The major is patterned after the University of Oxford. Participants in the Oxford Plan may also qualify to complete their combined B.A. and J.D. degrees in only six years, rather than the usual seven.

Participants who successfully complete all of the foreign language and Oxford Plan requirements are admitted to the School of Law and may begin law school after only three years of undergraduate work.

Their B.A. degrees are received after successfully completing the first year of law school.

NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS The Native American Society (NAS) is both a social and a cultural group of students on the campus of Oklahoma City University. Through NAS, OCU Natives can connect with one another; however, membership is not limited to Native Americans; all students are also encouraged to join. In 2015, the NAS

organized its eighth Annual Spring Contest Powwow as a celebration of community, family, and spirituality.

ASIAN AMERICAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION (AASA)

HISPANIC STUDENT ASSOCIATION (HSA) HSA advocates Hispanic culture at OCU by securing representation of Hispanics in the university community, educating the university about issues of importance to Hispanic peoples, facilitating interaction between cultures and providing academic, social, and philanthropic activities with the goal of breaking cultural barriers and creating friendships. HSA members host and participate in several activities throughout the year, including campus outreaches (e.g. Hispanic Day at the Cafeteria) and attending both state and national conferences (e.g. Latino Youth Leadership Conference and the National Council of La Raza).

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS REPRESENT 10.5% OF THE TOTAL STUDENT POPULATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY. A total of 41 countries are represented on the OCU campus. To name a few, students are from China, India, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Canada and Taiwan. At OCU, we work to integrate our international and domestic students by sharing culture through community-wide programs (e.g. the International Food Fair). Oklahoma City University understands the benefit of having an international campus and promotes understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity, as well as fosters positive human relations for all students.

SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID To learn more about these scholarships, visit okcu.edu/admissions/freshmen/scholarships

NATIVE AMERICAN BUSINESS SCHOLARS ACADEMY

CLARA LUPER AND AMERICAN INDIAN SCHOLARSHIPS

The Chickasaw Nation has partnered with Oklahoma City University’s Meinders School of Business to provide a full-tuition scholarship to five qualified Chickasaw students.

Scholarship recipients will enter into the Native American Business Scholars Academy and take part in an innovative, highly-engaging academic experience.

The Clara Luper and American Indian scholarships provide a private college education to deserving students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds who demonstrate financial need.

These four-year scholarship programs present extraordinary opportunities for academically accomplished students who also demonstrate commitment to leadership and community service.

Activities include: • Seminars and workshops focusing on Native American business issues • Academic internships and mentorships • Networking opportunities with local business leaders • Community service activities Requirements:

Scholarship applicants must have a 22 ACT or 1020 SAT and a 3.0 GPA. Preference is given to Oklahoma residents. All applicants must be eligible for federal aid, as reflected in their FAFSA, which has been successfully submitted by the application deadline of March 1, 2016.

• A Chickasaw citizen • Meet the OCU admission requirements as a first-time freshman including a 22 ACT or 1020 SAT (excluding the writing portion) and a 3.0 GPA • Major in business or software engineering

After all federal and state grants have been applied, the Clara Luper and/or American Indian Scholarship will cover up to the remaining cost of the tuition block (12-16 hours per semester), standard room, and standard meal plan.

Applicants must be admitted to OCU by the application deadline of March 1, 2016.

BRADLEY H. WAHNEE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

OCULEADS: THE PRESIDENT’S LEADERSHIP CLASS SCHOLARSHIP

The recipient of this scholarship must be a Native American (enrolled as a member of a federally recognized tribe) and pursuing a degree in a medical field. The scholarship will cover the cost of books spanning the student’s sophomore year through graduation.

The OCULeads Scholarship is available to students showing strong leadership skills. Students must submit an essay describing a past leadership project, have a minimum of a 3.25 GPA and a 24 ACT or 1110 SAT. Application deadline is March 1, 2016. OCULeads requires a cumulative 3.0 GPA for renewal.

FINANCIAL AID TV Further information regarding financial aid at Oklahoma City University can be found on Financial Aid TV, which is an online video service that works as a 24/7, on-demand financial aid counselor for any questions you may have!

We encourage you to visit OCU’s Financial Aid TV site at okcu.financialaidtv.com

WORLD HOUSE PROGRAM The World House Scholars program aspires to be a premier liberal arts program for preparing students to engage in lives of social and ecological responsibility. The program requires students to complete some additional classes such as Social Justice, and Peace and NonViolence, to name a few. It also requires the students to complete a senior project that deals with peace, poverty, or planet Earth, as well as complete a study abroad experience. Students in the program receive a $1,000 per-year tuition scholarship as well as a $2,500 scholarship to help pay for their study abroad trip.

Visit okcu.edu/religion/undergraduate/ world-house/ for more information.

FIRST TIME FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2016 Your application for admission is also your application for scholarships. Scholarships are based on ACT/SAT and GPA. GPA 3.0 - 3.29

GPA 3.30 - 3.59

GPA 3.60 - 4.0

Opportunity ACT: 22 - 23 SAT: 1020 - 1080 Award

$1,700 (per year)

$2,200 (per year)

$2,700 (per year)

Achievement ACT: 24 - 25 SAT: 1090 - 1160 Award

$2,200 (per year)

$2,700 (per year)

$3,200 (per year)

University ACT: 26 - 28 SAT: 1170 - 1280 Award

$3,300 (per year)

$3,800 (per year)

$4,300 (per year)

$5,400 (per year)

$5,900 (per year)

$6,400 (per year)

$7,000 (per year)

$7,500 (per year)

$8,000 (per year)

AWARD

ACT: 29 - 32 SAT: 1290-1430

Presidential Award

ACT: 33 - 36 Provost Award SAT: 1440 - 1600

DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2016 Students who are admitted to and enrolled in the Petree College of Arts & Sciences, Meinders School of Business, or the Kramer School of Nursing will be awarded a department scholarship in conjunction with the academic merit scholarship.

GPA 3.0 - 3.29

GPA 3.30 - 3.59

GPA 3.60 - 4.0

Departmental ACT: 22 - 23 SAT: 1020 - 1080 Award

$3,000 (per year)

$3,500 (per year)

$4,000 (per year)

Departmental ACT: 24 - 25 SAT: 1090 - 1160 Award

$4,000 (per year)

$4,500 (per year)

$5,000 (per year)

Departmental ACT: 26 - 28 SAT: 1170 - 1280 Award

$6,000 (per year)

$6,500 (per year)

$7,000 (per year)

Departmental Award

$9,000 (per year)

$9,500 (per year)

$10,000 (per year)

Departmental ACT: 33 - 36 SAT: 1440 - 1600 Award

$10,000 (per year)

$10,500 (per year)

$11,000 (per year)

AWARD

ACT: 29 - 32 SAT: 1290-1430

* Full requirements for merit and departmental scholarships are listed at okcu.edu/financialaid

MAJORS & PROGRAMS

PETREE COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

MEINDERS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

• Biochemistry (B.S.) • Biology (B.S.) • Biomedical Science • Cell & Molecular Biology • Chemistry (B.S.) • Criminal Justice (B.S. or B.A.) • Education (B.S. or B.A.) • Early Childhood • Elementary • Secondary • English (B.A.) • Exercise & Sport Science (B.S.) • Sport Science • Human Performance • Film Production (B.F.A.) • History (B.A.) • History / Political Science (B.A.) • Humanities (B.A.) • Mass Communications (B.A.) • Advertising • Broadcasting • Multimedia Journalism • Public Relations • Mathematics (B.S.) • Philosophy (B.A.) • Physics (B.S.) • Political Science (B.S. or B.A.) • Political Science / Philosophy (B.A.) • Psychology (B.S.) • Science (B.S.) • Sociology (B.S. or B.A.) • Spanish (B.A.) • Studio Art (B.A. or B.F.A.)

• Accounting (B.B.A.) • Business Administration (B.B.A.) • Economics (B.B.A.) • Finance (B.B.A.) • Marketing (B.B.A.) • Software Engineering (B.S.)

ANN LACY SCHOOL OF AMERICAN DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT • Dance • American Dance Teacher (B.S.) • Dance Management (B.S.) • Dance Performance (B.P.A.) • Entertainment Business (B.S.)

WANDA L. BASS SCHOOL OF MUSIC • Guitar Performance (B.M.) • Instrumental Music Education (B.M.E.) • Instrumental Performance (B.M.) • Music (B.A.) • Music / Elective Studies in Pre-Law (B.A.) • Music / Elective Studies in Pre-Med (B.A.) • Music Composition (B.M.) • Music Theater (B.M.) • Piano Pedagogy (B.M.) • Piano Performance (B.M.) • Vocal Music Education (B.M.E.) • Vocal Performance (B.M.)

KRAMER SCHOOL OF NURSING • Nursing (B.S.N.) • R.N. to B.S.N.

WIMBERLY SCHOOL OF RELIGION • Religion (B.A.) • Religion / Philosophy (B.A.) • Religious Education (B.A.) • Youth Ministry (B.A.)

SCHOOL OF THEATRE • Acting (B.F.A.) • Design & Production (B.F.A.) • Theatre & Performance (B.A.) • Theatre for Young Audiences (B.F.A.)

PRE-PROFESSIONAL • Pre-Athletic Training • Pre-Dental • Pre-Law & The Oxford Plan • Pre-Medicine • Pre-Optometry • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Occupational Therapy • Pre-Physician Assistant • Pre-Veterinary Medicine

GRADUATE PROGRAMS • Doctor of Nursing Practice • Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing • Juris Doctor • Juris Doctor / Master of Business Administration • Juris Doctor / Master of Arts in Applied Sociology: Nonprofit Leadership • Master of Arts in Applied Sociology: Nonprofit Leadership • Master of Arts in TESOL • Master of Business Administration • Master of Education • Applied Behavior Studies • Professional Counseling • American Montessori Certification • Master of Arts in Teaching: Elementary Education • Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing • Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting • Master of Liberal Arts • Master of Liberal Arts in Leadership Management • Master of Music • Master of Physician Assistant Studies • Master of Science in Accounting • Master of Science in Computer Science • Master of Science in Criminology • Master of Science in Energy Legal Studies • Master of Science in Energy Management • Master of Science in Nursing

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