Student Services

Campus Recreation and Intramural Sports

The Collins Fitness Center and its trained staff serve the university community by providing a diverse selection of recreational opportunities which are designed to promote and develop healthy lifestyles and lifelong well-being. Fitness programs include group fitness, personal training, and fitness assessment services to provide guidance and evaluation to reach individual goals. Intramural Sports provides students, faculty, and staff the opportunity for competition and fun in a variety of team and individual sports activities.

CaneCareers

The Center for Career Development and Professional Engagement (CaneCareers) offers a lifetime of career assistance to students and alumni of the University starting the moment students enroll at TU. Our qualified career coaches help students and alumni explore career options, develop professional skills, gain practical experience, and build connections in the TU community.  Parallel to the skill-building tools offered, CaneCareers offers a Job Placement Guarantee for qualified, participating students. In addition to individual support provided, including career assessment tools, resume and cover letter review, interview preparation, and job search strategies, CaneCareers hosts a wide variety of programming and networking events on career-related topics. They also work directly with employers to post internship, experiential learning, and post-graduate job opportunities on Handshake, our online career services platform, as well as host career fairs and arrange on-campus interviews with our students and alumni. Please visit www.canecareers.com or email canecareers@utulsa.edu for more information.

Center for Global Engagement

The Center for Global Engagement (CGE) is the administrative hub for global affairs at the University of Tulsa. CGE provides institutional level leadership and coordination of international programs and services that promote the global learning and cultural understanding, and enhance global connection and engagement for students, faculty and staff and local community.

CGE consists of three units: Education Aboard, International Students and Scholars Services, and International Recruitment and International Undergraduate Admission.

Education Abroad unit coordinates campus wide global learning programs and options, including core international programs around the globe for summer short-term, one semester, or an academic year. Education Abroad unit also works closely with faculty and academic departments to develop and manage TU faculty-led study abroad courses. Education Abroad advisors work with TU students to identify the global learning program that fulfill their specific needs and academic goals. Students from all disciplines and all backgrounds are encouraged to consider applying to participate in a program abroad. Federal financial aid and most TU-sponsored scholarships are portable for approved study abroad programs. A number of competitive scholarships are available. For additional information, please contact global@utulsa.edu

International Students and Scholars Services unit offers immigration support and international programs for international students, visiting international scholars, faculty and staff. The unit coordinates immigration processing, provides supports and advocates for students on academic and personal matters, assists international faculty, and offers various programming activities throughout the year. The unit also coordinates new international students’ arrival, orientation and leadership development to enhance international students’ experience. For additional information, please contact global@utulsa.edu

International Recruitment and International Undergraduate Admission provides service to prospective students from overseas, and students who are studying in the U.S. on a student visa. As a service to applicants, the international admission staff evaluates all international academic credentials for scholarship and admission purpose, process international undergraduate admission and issue immigration documentation for admitted students. For any inquiries about the admission requirements, please contact international@utulsa.edu

Counseling and Psychological Services

Located in the Alexander Health Center, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers clinical services to all students and a broad range of professional, educational and consultative services to faculty and staff. CAPS staff are trained to help college students adjust to the changes and transitions of college life as well as to help faculty and staff function more effectively in their roles. The staff is devoted to helping with any concerns that might require psychological assistance.  CAPS staff can be contacted at CAPS@utulsa.edu or 918-631-2200.

Financial Wellness

The Financial Wellness Team provides financial consulting and education to all students at the University. The goal is to ensure that all students understand the investment required to successfully complete their education while planning for their future.

The team provides students with the tools and resources they need for financial growth and to achieve personal financial success both as a student and a graduate. 

Financial Wellness Consultants understand the pressures associated with being a college student and are here to help students navigate such pressures in their lives. Consultants can assist students in understanding financial values and priorities and offer guidance towards financing education, managing student loan debt, budgeting, credit cards, credit building, car buying, taxes and other personal finance topics. For more information, visit our website or email TUFinancialWellness@utulsa.edu.

Gilcrease Museum: An American Experience

In October 2007, the City of Tulsa and TU agreed to an historic public-private partnership under which TU manages operations at The Thomas Gilcrease Institute of American History and Art, commonly known as the Gilcrease Museum, one of the country’s best facilities for the preservation and study of American art and history. The museum houses the world’s largest, most comprehensive collection of art and artifacts of the American West, including an unparalleled collection of Native American art and material. The partnership, which formally began on July 1, 2008, has resulted in numerous strategic opportunities for the museum, including streamlining its management structure, advancing and preserving the collection, and providing unparalleled opportunities for academic research of the museum’s extensive holdings. The Gilcrease partnership allows TU to leverage its nationally recognized academic resources in western American history, art history, anthropology, and archaeology to create a better understanding of the museum collection. The Helmerich Center for American Research, which opened in 2014, enhances scholarly opportunities at the Gilcrease Museum. 

Gilcrease Museum has closed as of July 4, 2021. The City of Tulsa has begun construction of a new museum on the same site expected to be completed in two to three years.

Graduate Programs

Through its Graduate School, The University of Tulsa offers more than 45 master’s and 14 doctoral programs in a variety of disciplines in the arts, humanities, business, sciences, and engineering, and cooperates with the College of Law in offering the opportunity to earn both a J.D. and master’s degrees together. Undergraduate students also have the opportunity to begin earning credits toward a master’s degree programs while completing their bachelor’s. The University’s graduate programs, which enroll more than 700 students, are described in the Graduate Bulletin.

Although graduate work is not offered in every discipline, graduate education at The University of Tulsa strengthens the undergraduate mission in several ways. It enables the University to recruit and retain faculty with distinguished records of scholarship. All members of the graduate faculty teach undergraduates and participate in undergraduate curriculum design. Graduate research assistants help provide a research environment that allows the faculty to go forward with their scholarship and often to include undergraduates in selected research projects. Graduate teaching assistants enable the University to offer many small, high-quality courses across campus. Graduate assistants in the Writing Center, the Mathematics Lab, and other areas provide undergraduates with individualized tutorial assistance. Finally, the presence of graduate programs compels greater breadth and depth of the library resources, computer facilities, and scientific instrumentation used by undergraduates.

The Research Colloquium committee organizes an annual Student Research Colloquium. This is held during the spring semester to give students additional public speaking experience and to encourage their research endeavors. The students’ presentations are judged according to criteria that are commonly used at scholarly professional meetings. The winners are announced, and cash awards are presented at a Student Research Colloquium Awards Banquet.

Health Services

The Hurricane Health Center (HHC) provides medical care to students. The HHC has the capability to perform routine lab work (including pregnancy and STI testing) onsite, immunizations (including COVID-19 and flu vaccine), well-woman exams, and health education. The HHC is staffed with two physicians and a caring team.  Office hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (closed 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.). Students are encouraged to call the HHC at 1-800-993-8244 to schedule appointments. While the HHC does its best to accommodate the needs of all students, appointment times do fill up quickly. Careful adherence to the schedule is observed to ensure all students scheduled get adequate time with a provider to address their medical needs.

The HHC does not provide in-house imaging. Students will be referred out for imaging studies (i.e. X-rays or CT scans), which will be followed up and addressed by the HHC care team. Referrals placed to specialty care may also sometimes be required. The HHC staff do their best to ensure that referrals are placed to an organization covered by the patient’s insurance. All costs incurred at outside facilities (co-pays, procedure fees, etc.), as well as the cost of prescription medications, are the responsibility of the student. 

For more information on the student health insurance requirement, see Insurance Requirements in the Tuition and Fees section of this Bulletin. 

Immunization Requirements. State law requires that all students who attend Oklahoma colleges and universities provide written documentation of immunization against hepatitis B and measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR). Students who reside in on-campus housing are also required to be immunized against meningococcal disease (meningitis). For more information on health services and immunization requirements, visit the HHC website. 

All contacts at the HHC 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 HHC does not issue excuses from class for illness. This is a matter between the student and the professor. See the HHC Notification of Medical Illness Policy on the HHC website. 

Honor Societies

The University of Tulsa supports chapters of national honor societies.

Phi Beta Kappa is the oldest American honorary society, founded at the College of William and Mary in 1776. The University of Tulsa chapter, Beta of Oklahoma, was chartered in 1989. The chapter annually elects to membership students with exceptionally strong records in the liberal arts and sciences. Election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa is one of the highest academic honors and is almost universally regarded as evidence of superior scholarly attainment.

Candidates for membership must be in their junior or senior year, must have attended The University of Tulsa for a minimum of three semesters of full-time work, and must be enrolled in a fourth semester of full-time work at TU. In addition, students must have taken at least 90 hours of liberal arts courses (other than professional and applied courses), demonstrating breadth as well as depth of course study. Other factors influencing selection into membership include a high grade point average, two years of a foreign language and a minimum math requirement of MATH 1243 Applied Calculus, or two courses consisting of MATH 1163 Pre-calculus Mathematics and another math or statistics course at an equivalent level of difficulty.

The culmination of the year’s activities is the annual Initiation Ceremony, normally held the evening before spring commencement. During this ceremony new student members (“Members in Course”) and distinguished Alumni/ae and Honorary Members are inducted in a formal and memorable ceremony that publicly recognizes and honors each inductee. For additional information, contact Dr. Jennifer Airey.

Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 as the Lambda Sigma Eta Society at the University of Maine. In 1900, the society added chapters at the Pennsylvania State College (now Pennsylvania State University) and the University of Tennessee and was renamed Phi Kappa Phi. The University of Tulsa chapter, chartered in 1990, is one of over 250 chapters in the United States.

Phi Kappa Phi elects members from all recognized branches of academic endeavor. Members are selected on the basis of high academic achievement and good character. Juniors must have completed at least 72 credit hours, with at least 24 semester hours at their current institution, and rank in the top 7.5 percent of their class. Seniors must have completed at least 90 credit hours, with at least 24 semester hours at their current institution, and rank in the top 10 percent of their class. Graduate students must have completed at least 18 graduate hours or the equivalent at their institution and rank in the top 10 percent of their class.  Faculty, professional staff and alumni who achieve scholarly distinction may also be eligible. For additional information, contact Dr. Mark Buchheim.

TU students may also join honor societies for specific fields of study, class, or other criteria.  A partial list can be found here.

Information Technology

The Information Technology (IT) department provides all students, staff and faculty with an individual TUNetID that gives access to such services as high-speed internet, the student and employee hub, email, and file storage. Residential students have access to wireless connectivity in University-owned apartments and residence halls. For a complete overview of IT supported services at the University, visit the IT webpage.

IT maintains a computer lab at the Allen Chapman Student Union which is open 24 hours a day while classes are in session. This lab supports high speed printers and an extensive array of software to facilitate teaching, learning, and research. The University of Tulsa also maintains numerous specialized teaching labs located across the campus.

For admitted and enrolled students, information technology help may be obtained by visiting the IT help webpage. The page contains helpful information on user account setup and reset procedures. Personal assistance may be obtained by emailing help@utulsa.edu. IT service is available Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Math Lab

The Math Math Lab provides peer tutoring for students in foundational mathematics classes. Tutors working the Math Lab service provide free, walk-in tutoring for individuals or small groups. All Math Lab tutors can assist with any math course through Calculus II, with some individuals capable of tutoring more advanced courses (information on additional courses is posted in the lab). The Math Lab is operates out of Keplinger Hall, Room 3265 (NW corner of the upper level) during the fall and spring semesters. Hours are posted each semester at the Math Lab and in the corresponding Math Lab organization on Harvey. For more information, contact tutoring@utulsa.edu or the Department of Mathematics at 918-631-3674.

McFarlin Library

McFarlin Library, named in honor of the original donors, Mr. and Mrs. Robert McFarlin, serves as the academic heart of the University. Students at The University of Tulsa have direct access to the library’s holdings of more than three million items that include more than 54,000 electronic journals and over 400,000 electronic books. The library collection also includes digitized University of Tulsa dissertations and archival materials, and extensive collections of electronic reference sources and databases, as well as print resources such as books, serials, government documents, microform and maps. The library’s world-class Special Collections are available for graduate and undergraduate research and include extensive collections of manuscripts, historical archives, art objects, photographs and memorabilia in a range of subjects that include Modernist literature, Native American history and the American West. 

Multicultural Student Programs

The Office of Multicultural Student Programs provides informal counseling and wrap-around support for students, especially multicultural and diverse students. We provide various workshops/training, advising for diverse student organizations and provide cross-cultural programs and events to promote understanding within and outside of the TU community. Multicultural Student Programs provides peer and faculty mentoring, a wide variety of celebrations, programs, and seminars and provides a safe space on campus for individuals to be their true authentic selves. 

New Student Programs and New Student Orientation

StartTU Orientation (a part of New Student Programs) 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 (educational sessions and a variety of social activities) led by Peer Mentors. Peer Mentors will provide guidance and support to students throughout their first year at TU.

Office of Civic Engagement

The Office of Civic Engagement (OCE) supports opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions through service, advocacy, and civic leadership as they gain the skills and knowledge to create change and effectively participate in civic life during and after their college experience. Our partnerships with over 100 nonprofit organizations, K-12 schools, and government agencies allow TU students to learn, serve, and make connections in the Tulsa community. OCE major initiatives include True Blue Neighbors, Public Service Internships, Federal Work-Study community service placements, and voter engagement efforts on campus. Contact Melissa-Abdo@utulsa.edu for additional information.

Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) is responsible for the administration of all externally funded research and sponsored program activity. Faculty, students, and staff at The University of Tulsa engage in a wide variety of research activities, participating in both externally funded and University-funded scholarship. ORSP subscribes to a service which provides assistance in identifying sources of external support. In addition, ORSP provides information on program guidelines, assists in proposal development, and administers grants and contracts once they have been funded. ORSP also has programs to provide internal funding to faculty and students.

As a federally funded research institution, TU must comply with federal regulations regarding the conduct of research. For example, any research project involving human subjects must be submitted to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) for approval prior to conducting the research. When animals are to be used in research, prior approval must be obtained from the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). A listing of many of these compliance issues may be found on the ORSP website along with further guidance on internal funding opportunities and services provided by ORSP.

Sorority and Fraternity Life

Sororities and fraternities are values-based organizations formed around common goals and aspirations. Scholarship, service, friendship, cultural appreciation, and leadership are the common fraternal principles founded by each of our Greek-lettered organizations. These organizations play an important role on the University of Tulsa campus and in the Tulsa community. Sorority and Fraternity Life provides opportunities for participation in programs that will enhance personal development, promote academics, and advance leadership skills. 

Speech, Language, and Hearing Testing and Therapy

The Mary K. Chapman Center for Communicative Disorders provides diagnostic testing in speech, swallowing, voice, language, and hearing along with therapy services for individuals of all ages. There is a fee for these services and university students and employees receive a 20% discount. Scholarships are also available by application. Free screenings are available at the Mary K. Chapman Speech and Hearing Clinic 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. Call the clinic at 918-631-2504 for information.

Student Affairs:   

Student Affairs provides a college experience that empowers students to achieve their best potential. We cultivate a vibrant community that fosters the student’s holistic development through intentional and inclusive experiences. Student Affairs is comprised of the following: 

• Counseling and Psychological Services 

Located in the Hurricane Health Center, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers clinical services to all students and professional, educational, and consultative services to faculty and staff. Members of the CAPS staff are trained to help college students adjust to day-to-day challenges and the transition to college life. CAPS also provides support and training for faculty and staff to aid them in their efforts to function more effectively in their roles. CAPS staff are devoted to helping with any concerns that might require psychological assistance.   

CAPS utilizes a Hybrid Clinical Approach offering both in person and virtual support.  

CAPS has partnered with TimelyCare to provide virtual mental health services and other support. This support includes twelve individual sessions at no additional cost to the student, twenty-four hours crisis support, an anonymous virtual peer support community, and virtual self-help mental health journeys.  

TimelyCare URL 

In person Clinical Services include Short term Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling, Single Solution Focused Counseling Sessions, Connection Group Counseling Sessions, and Referrals Off Campus. Other resources include on demand workshops, On-line Self-Help Tool Kit, Wellness Resources, and Skill Building sessions.      

CAPS can be contacted at CAPS@utulsa.edu or 918-631-2200.  

https://mycaps.utulsa.edu/Titanium/CAPS/AppointmentRequest 

• New Student Programs and New Student Orientation 

StartTU Orientation (a part of New Student Programs) 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 (educational sessions and a variety of social activities) led by Peer Mentors. Peer Mentors will provide guidance and support to students throughout their first year at TU. 

• Office of Civic Engagement 

The Office of Civic Engagement (OCE) supports opportunities for students to make meaningful contributions through service, advocacy, and civic leadership as they gain the skills and knowledge to create change and effectively participate in civic life during and after their college experience. Our partnerships with over 100 nonprofit organizations, K-12 schools, and government agencies allow TU students to learn, serve, and make connections in the Tulsa community. OCE major initiatives include True Blue Neighbors, Public Service Internships, Federal Work-Study community service placements, and voter engagement efforts on campus. Contact Melissa-Abdo@utulsa.edu for additional information. 

• Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion  

The Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (“DEI Office”)provides informal counseling and holistic support for students, staff, and faculty–especially those from multicultural and commonly marginalized communities. We provide engaging workshops/seminars, informativetraining, advising, cross-cultural programming and events specifically designed to foster a sense of Belonging and mutual respect within the TU community and beyond.  The DEI Office also provides peer and faculty mentoring, a wide variety of heritage celebrations, programs, and seminars and is currently the “home” of the Chevron Multicultural Resource Center (“The Living Room”, as it is affectionately called)–a safe space on campus for individuals to be their true authentic selves.  

• Residence Life  

Residence Life is more than a place to sleep; it is a community of students living and developing together. Each hall offers lounges, kitchens, and weekly events. There are leadership opportunities serving in hall governments or front desk jobs. A team of students and professional staff members live in the building to help create the best experience for each resident. There is also increased security in the residence halls with restricted card access and staff in the building on call 24/7.  

• Sorority and Fraternity Life 

Sororities and fraternities are values-based organizations formed around common goals and aspirations. Scholarship, service, friendship, sense of belonging,and leadership are the common fraternal principles founded by each of our Greek-lettered organizations. These organizations play an important role on the University of Tulsa campus and in the Tulsa community. Sorority and Fraternity Life provides opportunities for participation in programs that will enhance personal development, promote academics, and advance leadership skills.  

• Student Activities Board 

The Student Activities Board (SAB) is a student-led organization that creates programs to enhance campus life. SAB’s Coordinators work with various campus partners to develop fun and diverse events that provide memorable experiences for all students, staff, and faculty. From weeklong programming like Welcome Week to traditional events like TU Lights On, SAB strives to create a campus life that promotes lifelong learning and a sense of community. 

• Student Government Association (SGA) 

The Student Government Association (SGA) is a student-led organization that advocates on behalf of student issues and works to provide an inclusive, vibrant experience for all students. Elected by their peers, the SGA Executive branch works with various campus stakeholders to enact change and develop a sense of belonging. SGA represents the student body through the Senate and Judicial branches and appoints cabinet directors to create and promote intellectual, social, and cultural opportunities for students 

• Student Organizations 

The Student Organizations Office serve as a resource for student leaders and over 150 student organizations by fostering opportunities for learning and success through holistic advising and training of student leaders, operational support services, co-curricular program creation and development of purposeful and mutually beneficial partnerships across the University and the city of Tulsa. The Student Organizations Office engages frequently with the Student Government Association (SGA) to charter organizations and maintain year-over-year records. As the engagement hub on campus, students are empowered to participate in a diverse array of campus programs and organizational activities that encourage self-discovery, critical thought, peer connections, and the pursuit of personal passions.  

• Student Rights and Responsibilities  

Student Rights and Responsibilities works to provide a safe environment for the students, employees and guests of TU.  We address reports of policy violations and concerns through an educational process meant to help students accept responsibility and accountability of their decisions.  We want students to reach their full potential while they navigate their transition into the greater community. 

• True Blue Neighbors 

Since its inception in 2008, True Blue Neighbors (TBN) connects TU students with nonprofit organizations serving Kendall-Whittier neighborhood schools and residents. As the University’s flagship initiative promoting service, TBN promotes volunteer opportunities that are single events or involve an ongoing commitment and facilitates connections for students seeking academic and co-curricular service-learning projects. See the webpage or email true-blue@utulsa.edu for additional information. 

• Veteran Affairs 

The Calvin C. McKee Veterans Success Center, named after TU Distinguished Alumnus and World War II and Korean War Veteran Calvin C. McKee, serves student veterans and military-connected students. Our staff is knowledgeable in all Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits and aid students in accessing their individual benefits. The center maintains relationships with local and regional community organizations and businesses to assist student veterans and alumni with accessing other veterans’ benefits such as accessing healthcare and finding meaningful employment during and after degree completion. 

All Student Veterans at the University of Tulsa have the opportunity to be part of the Student Veterans Association (SVA), a chapter of the Student Veterans of America. As a member of the SVA, students can attend multiple personal and professional development programs every year, making connections with other student veterans and employers. Student Veterans also enjoy a space specifically for them. The Calvin C. McKee Student Veterans Center (affectionately called the “VET House”) is a space open all day, every day, where student veterans can relax, do homework, and spend time together 

Student Success Team

Student success at The University of Tulsa is paramount. The Student Success Team provides students with a welcoming and responsive place to find support throughout their time at The University of Tulsa. The Student Success Team is comprised of Student Access, Student Success Coaches, Student Success Initiatives, and the Office of Academic and Student Services (OASiS). The Student Success Team 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 or questions directly to The Student Success Team, where their situations are evaluated, and appropriate assistance is given. Students may check with the Student Success Help Desk located on the first floor in Hardesty Hall Holmes Student Center when questions arise.

• Student Access

The University of Tulsa is committed to ensuring equal access to academic and co-curricular opportunities for students with physical, psychological, intellectual, and sensory disabilities at TU. Student Access staff will work with students to determine and provide reasonable accommodations and services as well as advocacy and referrals when appropriate. In addition, Pathfinders, coordinated by Student Access staff, offers social and educational programming and coaching for students with Autism Spectrum and social anxiety disorders. Student Access staff also assist students in arranging testing accommodations, and the Testing Center offers a distraction-reduced environment in which students can take exams with approval. Contact 918-631-2315 or testing@utulsa.edu for more information about testing accommodations.

Information concerning special services and facilities for students in need of accommodations may be obtained by contacting the Student Access staff at 918-631-2315 or studentaccess@utulsa.edu. A copy of the 504/ADA policy may be obtained here: https://utulsa.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/504-ADA-Accommodation-Policy-July-2019.pdf

Information concerning special services and facilities for students in need of accommodations may be obtained by contacting the Student Access staff at 918-631-2315 or studentaccess@utulsa.edu. A copy of the 504/ADA policy may be obtained here.

• Student Success Coaches

Student Success Coaches focus on two main tasks for students: 1) assist students in learning how to make informed decisions about academic matters including advisement for programs, course selection and mapping, registration, and related topic areas while maintaining appropriate records; and 2) proactively engages undergraduate students to provide guidance and support for their personal and professional goals. The Student Success Coach will serve as the primary point of contact concerning each student’s overall personal and academic growth during their time at TU, and possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to assist with basic academic advising across disciplines and/or colleges plus a deep knowledge of other support services available on campus to support students, including key faculty mentors who can provide invaluable knowledge of specific disciplines and career professionals.  They can be reached at successcoaches@utulsa.edu.

• Student Success Initiatives

The primary objective of the Office of Student Success Initiatives (SSI) is to determine how best to assist students, so they become engaged learners who persist in their studies and meet their goals. The SSI office achieves this goal by working collaboratively with various campus constituencies to develop, implement, and maintain data-informed initiatives that are designed to enhance student success and persistence, and assessed to ensure that programming is effectively meeting the continuously changing needs of TU’s student population.

• Office of Academic & Student Services (OASiS)

The Office of Academic and Student Services (OASiS) aims to promote student-athlete academic achievement, community responsibility, and personal accountability. This office offers academic and personal support for student-athletes. All programs and services are designed to enhance the experience of the student-athlete in the academic, athletic, and campus communities.

Summer Bridge and Transition Programs

The Student Success Center offers four different Summer Bridge and Transition Programs for incoming students to the university: https://utulsa.edu/academics/summer-bridge-programs/

• The Hurricane Prep Summer Bridge Program eases the transition from high school to college and gives conditionally approved students the tools they need to succeed in higher education. Participants will either live on campus or commute (based on what they selected to do in the fall) while taking two free TU courses. Participants will receive notification to enroll in one English, one Math, or the Chemistry class plus the Effective Learning Strategies class.
  • ENGL 1004: Intro to College Writing or ENGL 1033: Exposition and Argumentation and SSC-1021: Effective Learning Strategies
  • MATH 1143: Mathematical Functions or MATH 1163: Precalculus and SSC-1021: Effective Learning Strategies
  • CHEM 1104: Principles of Chemistry and SSC-1021: Effective Learning Strategies

For additional information, contact Sheila Givens, director of student success initiatives, retention and persistence, at sheila-givens@utulsa.edu or 918-631-2865.

• The OASiS Summer Bridge Program at The University of Tulsa is a tailored initiative designed to facilitate a seamless transition for incoming student-athletes as they embark on their collegiate journey. Open to selected student-athletes by invitation from their respective head coaches and approved by the athletics compliance office, this program offers a unique opportunity for participants to acclimate to both academic and athletic demands before the Fall term. Participants will receive notification to enroll in one summer session class plus the Effective Learning Strategies class, SSC-1021.

Program Objectives

• Foster a smooth transition to college life, encompassing academic, social, and athletic spheres.
• Identify and utilize campus resources to promote holistic success.
• Develop critical thinking, communication, and time management skills.
• Cultivate mental toughness and goal-setting abilities. 

For additional information regarding the OASiS Summer Bridge Program, please contact Schnea Nealy, Associate Athletics Director for Student Success at batessr@utulsa.edu or Layne Farmen, OASiS Student Success Coach at layne-farmen@utulsa.edu

• TU’s STEM Bootcamp is an invitational summer bridge program designed for inbound, first-time freshmen pursuing a major in a STEM field. The program is focused on helping students develop their core abilities in math, chemistry, and study skills while introducing them to several STEM-related disciplines. Our goal is to ensure that participating students begin their studies at TU with the motivation, preparation and tools necessary to succeed as freshmen and beyond. The support students receive in the STEM Bootcamp will not only provide instruction, support, and college preparation but also will build confidence along with the skills and strategies necessary for success. The course meets daily for two weeks in August, with classes and main activities scheduled between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Participation in the STEM Bootcamp is by invitation only, and all required course materials will be provided. For additional information regarding the TU STEM Summer Bridge Program/Bootcamp, please contact Matt Haswell, Associate Director of Student Success Initiatives at matthew-haswell@utulsa.edu.

• TU’s New Directions Program is an invitational, on-campus summer program designed to expose neurodivergent students to the social and academic challenges college life can present, enhance study skills and executive functioning, develop coping strategies, and gain an understanding of the resources available and how to access them. Our goal is to ensure that New Directions participants transition into their studies at TU with motivation and preparation, equipped with the tools necessary to succeed to the point of graduation. TU’s New Directions Program is offered through the office of Student Access and is limited in participants to ensure a small group size and individualized attention.
  • The program starts with early move-in on Sunday, August 4th followed by an opportunity to meet fellow New Directions participants and the staff who will be teaching in the program.
  • New Directions participants who plan to reside on campus in the fall get to move in more than two weeks prior to other entering freshmen. Those who will not be living on campus but instead commuting to the program will be able to get a jump-start on their new routine, determining their commuting route, the time required to get to campus, and the location of their assigned parking lot.
  • New Directions sessions occur for two weeks from August 5th, 2024 to August 16th, 2024, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • The fee for this year’s New Directions Program is $500. This includes campus housing and three meals a day during the weekday programming, with two meals a day provided to resident participants on the weekend in between.

For additional information regarding the New Directions Program, please contact Holden Trainer at holden-trainer@utulsa.edu, David Kobel at david-kobel@utulsa.edu, or Amy Culwell at amy-culwell@utulsa.edu

True Blue Neighbors

Since its inception in 2008, True Blue Neighbors (TBN) connects TU students with nonprofit organizations serving Kendall-Whittier neighborhood schools and residents. As the University’s flagship initiative promoting service, TBN promotes volunteer opportunities that are single events or involve an ongoing commitment and facilitates connections for students seeking academic and co-curricular service-learning projects. See the webpage or email true-blue@utulsa.edu for additional information.

Tutoring Services

The Student Success Initiative (SSI) oversees tutoring services for the general TU student population while OASiS oversees tutoring services for student-athletes.  These services are designed to provide students with a space to cultivate knowledge of their course material and provide guidance through the learning process. Both services aim to enhance student success and provide academic support to every student seeking tutoring. Tutoring is free and available to all TU undergraduate students.  For a complete listing of offerings, visit the Tutoring Services webpage. Contact Katie Dustin at katie-dustin@utulsa.edu or 918-631-3111 for assistance with OASiS tutoring services. For students interested in securing a tutor or becoming a tutor, please contact the Associate Director of Student Success Initiatives, Matthew Haswell, at tutoring@utulsa.edu, or call 918-631-5455. 

University School

The University School at The University of Tulsa was established to offer the city of Tulsa and the state of Oklahoma leadership and service in the field of gifted education. The mission of the school is to serve as a national model of excellence in pre-college education for students with high academic potential. A by-product of this service and leadership has been local, national, and international recognition for The University of Tulsa. Paralleling the goals of The University of Tulsa to provide excellence in education for academically able adults, the University School serves as a model of excellence in education for academically able children. In 2014, the University School was designated a Confucius Classroom for its exemplary Chinese language program. 

The University of Tulsa provides University School as a service to the community to demonstrate the high value it places on academic excellence and to provide an alternative educational option for gifted children. All students from three-year-old through eighth-grade study music, Spanish, Chinese, art, math, computers, physical education, library, language arts, and social studies. There is a very low pupil-to-teacher ratio with about 40 adults for 235 students.

Writing Center

Located in McFarlin Library and staffed by the Department of English, the Helen N. Wallace Writing Center provides free consultations on writing projects for the campus community in a relaxed, comfortable, and informal setting. Consultants work with writers in a collaborative effort to foster engagement in the writing process as a whole, from generating ideas to commenting on final drafts. Students may schedule appointments online.  Walk-in consultations may also be available, although online booking is the only way to guarantee an appointment. Although copyediting services are not available through the Writing Center, consultants are trained to suggest and demonstrate proofreading strategies. See the Student Guide to The University of Tulsa Writing Program, which is required in every writing course, for more information.