Oklahoma State University

Academic Advising Academic advising is a major function within the University and serves the student first and foremost. Advising assists students in developing their intellectual potential through effective use of all resources available at the University—academic, cultural and social. The role of the student's academic adviser is to: 1. assist in educational planning, including clarification of career and educational goals, curriculum planning and short-term course selection, 2. become aware of and make appropriate referrals to campus support services, 3. provide information to prospective majors, and 4. prepare degree plans for graduating seniors and submit these to the respective college graduation certification office. Advising is performed within each of the undergraduate colleges and in University College Advising. Each college structures its advising system based upon the college's philosophy and perceived student needs. In most colleges, freshmen and undeclared students are advised through the college's office of student academic services, while declared majors are advised in their major department. In the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, all students are advised by faculty members. Each college has an office of student academic services to represent the dean in matters concerning undergraduate students. Students should contact their office of student academic services when questions arise regarding advising, academic programs and requirements, and academic support services. The locations of the offices of student academic services are: Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, 136 Agricultural Hall Arts and Sciences, 213 Life Sciences East Education, Health and Aviation, 106 Willard Engineering, Architecture and Technology, 110 Engineering North Human Sciences, 101 Human Sciences

they progress through their college experience. Coaches assist students with refining academic skills such as time management, effective study methods, identifying personal strengths and developing school/ life balance. Coaches also aid students in identifying and connecting with people, organizations and programs appropriate to their needs and interests. To request a coach or find more information on the program, please visit lasso.okstate.edu (http://lasso.okstate.edu) or call 405-744-3309. LASSO Center Paul Milburn Tutoring Program The LASSO Center Paul Milburn Tutoring Program is a free service offered for students campus-wide. Highly trained and qualified tutors are available to students for individualized, one-on-one tutoring. This program is funded in part by OSU alum, Mr. Paul Milburn, who is dedicated to helping students succeed. Tutoring is available by appointment Sunday through Friday. Walk-in tutoring is also available to students at four days per week in partnership with the Academic Development Center in Residential Life. Students may sign up online at tutor.okstate.edu (http://tutor.okstate.edu). Please visit lasso.okstate.edu (http:// lasso.okstate.edu) or contact the LASSO Center tutoring office at

405.744.3309 for more information. Supplemental Instruction

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a free academic program that provides peer-facilitated study sessions for targeted courses. Sessions are led by SI leaders who are undergraduate students that have previously performed well in the course. SI leaders provide multiple weekly study sessions where they facilitate discussions and study activities that allow students to master course materials by working together in a cooperative learning environment. Students may find more information about SI and a list of current courses offering SI at lasso.okstate.edu (http:// lasso.okstate.edu). University Assessment and Testing (UAT) Ryan Chung, PhD—Director University Assessment and Testing (UAT) at OSU supports institutional, college and academic program improvement and provides public assurance of academic program quality and accountability by documenting assessment progress toward meeting educational goals as required by accreditation agencies (Higher Learning Commission, HLC) and the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE). Assessment involves creating measurable student learning outcomes, collecting data through various direct and indirect methods, analyzing and reviewing data and, most importantly, using data to improve student learning. Assessment is an integral part of the institution's commitment to enhance and sustain academic program quality and students’ overall educational experiences. The OSU Assessment and Academic Improvement Council (AAIC) guides the institution's assessment plan and coordinates with the director of UAT to facilitate assessment processes for all academic programs. Membership of the AAIC consists of faculty from each college and representatives from the offices of Student Affairs, Institutional Research, Libraries, University College Advising and the Student Government Association. The AAIC supports assessment by providing resources to: 1. measure the effectiveness of all academic programs, 2. utilize information provided by assessment processes to improve student learning, and

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Students should keep in mind that while the University provides advising as a service and resource, the ultimate responsibility for identifying and completing degree requirements rests with the student. LASSO Center Monty Stallings—Assistant Director The LASSO Center provides academic support through a variety of programs. In addition to free tutoring for undergraduate courses, we also provide supplemental instruction for select courses and academic success coaching to all students, both of which are also free. The LASSO Center is located in 021 Classroom Building. The administrative offices are open Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., but the tutoring center has extended hours during the fall and spring semesters. For more information please visit lasso.okstate.edu (http://lasso.okstate.edu). Academic Success Coaches The academic success coaching program at Oklahoma State University offers individualized attention to help students adjust personally and academically, both as they transition from high school to college and as