Academic Advising and Support Services
The numerous academic options offered by The University of Tulsa, combined with the flexibility to design a personalized program, require careful guidance of students from the first year through preparation for graduation. This guidance is provided by the University’s academic advising system, described here in the Academic Practices and Policies section of this Bulletin.
Beyond the formal advising structures, however, all students are encouraged to make full use of the academic resources of the University and to seek advice from members of the faculty on specific academic issues in areas of particular interest to them.
Center for Student Academic Support. The Center serves as an initial reference point for students who need academic assistance, tutoring, and other kinds of help. Faculty members are encouraged to send students with such problems directly to the Center, where their situations are evaluated and appropriate assistance is given. Center personnel are trained to detect and deal with problems that place students at risk. They also coordinate campus tutoring efforts and act as a liaison with other student services, both academic and personal, on students’ behalf.
Services for Persons with Disabilities. Information concerning special services and facilities for students with disabilities in need of accommodation may be obtained from the Center for Student Academic Support (CSAS). A copy of the 504/ADA Policy for Students with Disabilities may be obtained from the CSAS website at https://utulsa.edu/csas or by calling 918-631-2315.
Math Resource Center. The Math Resource Center, also known as the “Math Lab,” provides math tutoring to students in freshman-level mathematics classes. The Math Lab operates on a schedule that typically includes daily hours Monday through Thursday. Math Lab location and hours are published at the beginning of each semester.
Writing Center. Located on the second floor of McFarlin Library and sponsored and staffed by the Department of English, the Helen N. Wallace Writing Center provides free assistance to students in the form of individual and group tutorials on writing assignments. Although tutors will not “fix” or edit essays, they can offer valuable assistance at any point of the writing process from developing a topic to proofreading final drafts. Students may schedule appointments online at https://utulsa.mywconline.com. Drop-in tutoring is also available on a limited basis. Students are encouraged to use these services for any class in which they have a writing assignment, but should schedule appointments well before an assignment is due. See the Student Guide to The University of Tulsa Writing Program, which is required in every writing course, for more information.
Tutoring. On-air and in-person tutoring sessions are offered by RLTV. For more information, visit Headlines on CaneLink at https://utulsa.edu/housing.
Other Support Services
Career Services. Located on the second floor of the Allen Chapman Student Union, this office provides services for all students and alumni of the University. A major goal is to help all students gain the information and skills needed to select a career and conduct a job search that will lead to desirable employment. The office also assists students with finding public service internships and part-time employment. Each student and alumnus is provided with individual support in developing a career plan and specific strategies that will lead to his or her employment goal.
Providing 24/7 access to information through its active website www.hireTUgrads.com and GoldenOpporTUnities online tool, Career Services maintains information on internships and other pre-professional work experiences; hosts job fairs that provide information on potential employers; maintains job vacancy information from a variety of sources; and arranges campus interviews with more than 100 prospective employers. Students are encouraged to meet with staff members and begin the career planning process as soon as they arrive on campus.
Health Services. The Alexander Health Center (AHC) provides care and treatment of minor illnesses and injuries to students, faculty and staff. Other services include diagnostic testing and lab studies, medications, immunizations, flu shots, allergy shots, women’s clinic, pregnancy testing, STI testing and health education. The AHC is staffed by registered nurses and a physician Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (closed 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.). Appointments are encouraged. Office visits are free. There is a minimal charge for lab work and for medications.
A student seen off-campus is responsible for any charges incurred. Off-campus visits may include referrals to a specialist, x-ray and CT/MRI fees, ambulance, hospital and emergency room costs, and prescription medications. Students covered under the TU student health insurance plans are responsible for a $250.00 deductible for care received off-campus. For more information on the student health insurance requirement, see Insurance and Immunization Requirements in the Tuition and Fees section of this Bulletin.
Requirements for immunizations for students may be found in the Insurance and Immunization Requirements section of this Bulletin.
All contacts at the AHC are strictly confidential as protected by law and professional ethics. No information will be released without a separate written consent form signed by the patient.
It is University policy that the AHC does not issue excuses from class for illness. This is a matter between the student and the professor. The AHC “Notification of Medical Illness Policy” may be found on the AHC website at https://utulsa.edu/alexander-health-center.
Counseling and Psychological Services. Helping students cope optimally with tensions that arise amid the changes and transitions of college life is the special concern of the Counseling and Psychological Services Center, located in the Alexander Health Center. The center also helps faculty and staff function more effectively in their roles. Services for students, faculty, and staff include psychological counseling, assessment, psychoeducational programs, and consultation. Confidentiality is protected by psychologist-client privilege. Appointments may be made in person or by telephone, 918-631-2200, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. on Tuesdays). Provisions are also made for anyone requesting counseling immediately.
Speech, Language, and Hearing Testing and Therapy. The University’s program in speech language pathology provides diagnostic testing in speech, language, and hearing along with therapy services for individuals of all ages. There is a fee for these services. A free screening clinic is available at the Mary K. Chapman Speech and Hearing Clinic on Fridays, by appointment, to determine if a significant communication problem exists. Although these screenings do not include detailed diagnostic or therapy services, they do include appropriate counseling, recommendations, and referrals.
Office of Student Affairs. Throughout the year, the Office of Student Affairs provides programs that enhance academic endeavors, counsels individual students regarding their problems, offers guidance and direction to student organizations, and provides a variety of extracurricular and co-curricular activities that broaden students’ educational experiences. Specific programs, services, and activities include Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, Student Association, Student Activities, Leadership Education, Multicultural Student Programs, and the Co-Curricular Transcript. This office also handles student disciplinary matters, investigates complaints of sexual harassment or sexual violence/assault, administers the alcohol policy, houses the ombudspersons, coordinates commencement activities, and educates the campus community on student policies and procedures. The Office of Student Affairs is located in the Allen Chapman Student Union.
New Student Programs and New Student Orientation. Orientation is designed to: help new students form new and lasting relationships with faculty, staff and their fellow students; provide an opportunity to become integrated into the TU campus and community; and learn valuable academic skills that will enhance their academic career. The new student orientation program, which occurs the week before fall classes begin, includes programs on campus (educational sessions, a variety of social activities, and the first class sessions of the First Year Experience Course), as well as an off-campus program known as Hurricane Camp, a two-day adventure held at Dry Gulch. Orientation and other first-year programs are implemented by the Office of New Student Programs and Services located in the Allen Chapman Student Union.
Multicultural Student Programs. The Office of Multicultural Student Programs provides individual counseling and support for African, Asian, Hispanic, Native American, bisexual, gay, lesbian, and transgendered students; advises student organizations related to these cultural groups; encourages involvement of students in these groups in all aspects of University life; and provides cross-cultural activities to promote understanding among students of all groups. Multicultural Student Programs include academic study groups, peer mentoring, and a wide variety of celebrations, seminars, and activities that focus on different cultures.
International Student Services. The Office of International Student Services, located in Westby Hall, coordinates undergraduate admission, issues government and immigration documents, counsels students on academic and personal matters, assists international faculty, oversees the English Institute, and offers various programming activities throughout the year. All University of Tulsa students and faculty who are not U.S. citizens are required to register with this office.
English Institute for International Students (EIIS). The English Institute offers an intensive course in writing, speaking, and understanding the English language for international students. The primary objective of EIIS is to provide international students with a sufficient command of English to function in a University of Tulsa classroom. For information about applying to the English Institute, see English Institute Admission in the Admission and Registration section of this Bulletin.
Residence Directors. See the Campus Housing and Dining section of this Bulletin.
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