Ron Walker, Dean
The Oxley College of Health and Natural Sciences is the home for many established well respected health sciences and natural sciences related undergraduate and graduate programs. A unique combination of didactic coursework and experiential learning through clinical practice, applied research, and educational experiences in a wide variety of settings prepares graduates to achieve their educational goals. Our graduates are well prepared to engage in professional opportunities or to continue in advanced scientific or health related academic pursuits. Through intentional opportunities for interdisciplinary interactions, students learn the scientific, clinical, business, legal, and cultural aspects of their chosen disciplines. A variety of additional opportunities are available for students to engage beyond typical class, lab, and clinical experiences. These include collaborating with faculty to conduct advanced research through the Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge program, the opportunity to study abroad in a variety of formats, and engagement in service to the local community.
Vision
To catalyze transformative education and research in the health and natural sciences.
Mission
The mission of the Oxley College of Health and Natural Sciences is to cultivate a dynamic learning and research environment where interdisciplinary exploration thrives, empowering students and faculty to innovate, lead, and transform the landscape of healthcare and scientific inquiry for a healthier, sustainable world.
College Pillars:
• Academic Excellence o Creating tomorrow’s leaders through world class teaching and professional development.
• Research Distinction o Advancing knowledge through innovative and inclusive processes in basic, applied, and clinical research.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration o Transcending disciplines to enhance common goals.
• Community Engagement o Strengthening our connections with communities through mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Societal Impact o Catalyzing social change to improve quality of life for our communities.
Values
- Advocacy - support health related and social justice issues locally, regionally, and nationally
- Cultural humility - demonstrate ongoing self-reflection to better understand cultural differences
- Ethical Practice - demonstrate moral conduct and behavior, competence, and skills appropriate for the profession and professional standards
- Human Dignity - show respect for each person and the person’s individuality
- Scholarship - promote scientific literacy to facilitate the discovery of new knowledge, integration of existing knowledge, and the application of interprofessional and evidence-based practice.
Accreditation
The Master of Athletic Training Professional Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and coursework is designed to prepare students for national athletic training certification through the Board of Certification (BOC) Inc.
The Master of Science program in speech-language pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.
The Master of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atalanta, GA 30326.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) programs are approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. The D.N.P. program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326. The D.N.P. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP) programs are accredited by the ACEN. The D.N.P. Nurse Anesthesia program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA), 222. S. Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, 60068-4001, 847-692-7137. The School of Nursing is a member of the National League for Nursing and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
