Oklahoma State University

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Oklahoma State University

chapter the Library owns only in paper, use the Document Delivery Service to request a link to a digitize copy. If you need an item not owned by the OSU Library, the Interlibrary Loan Service can secure it for you. The Library offers assistance in person, by phone 405-744-9775 or text message 405-592-4128, via e-mail lib-dls@okstate.edu or via chat on the Library’s website. Throughout the semester, the Library offers free tours and training sessions. Students can also enroll in LBSC 1011, a one-hour credit course on using Library resources. For the latest Library news, events and service updates, find OkStateLibrary on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ okstatelibrary), Twitter (https://twitter.com/okstatelibrary), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/okstatelibrary), Blogger (http:// ostatelibrary.blogspot.com), Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/ okstatelibrary), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/OkStateLibrary) or OState.TV (https://ostate.tv/channel/Library). Archives OSU Archives’ focus is on the history of OSU, its employees and graduates. Rare books, manuscripts, photographs and research material related to Oklahoma women, history, politics, business and natural resources have also been acquired. The Archives is also the depository for all academic and administrative documents, official records and other materials related to the management, operations and mission of Oklahoma State University. Government Documents The OSU Library has an extensive collection of current and historical government publications, as well as publications of the state of Oklahoma, foreign governments and international organizations providing information relevant to all majors. Publications include statistical, legislative and legal materials. Government Documents also includes the Patent and Trademark Resource Center. Oklahoma Oral History Research Program The OOHRP promotes and facilitates the collection, preservation and analysis of interview-based research and related audio projects by educating students, faculty and community members in the methods, protocols and professional and ethical standards of oral history. The OOHRP’s extensive interview collections focusing on Oklahoma history and culture are available online for research use. Research and Learning Services RLS helps you find and use information better, faster and easier. The department partners user experience, like workshops, tours, awards and instruction support, with traditional academic services, such as data management support, copyright and citation education and research instruction. Services are open to everyone and are free, convenient and customizable. The OSU Museum of Art The OSU Museum of Art in downtown Stillwater offers a variety of diverse exhibitions and programs that seek to advance creativity, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Also home to Oklahoma State University’s permanent art collection, the museum provides learning opportunities that connect the university to the broader arts community beyond the OSU campus. Located in the former Stillwater Post Office, this renovated 1933 WPA building provides a creative and symbolic setting for transformative

and engaging art experiences. Admission is free for everyone and the museum is open from Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 4 pm. Student Union Dating back to 1815, college unions have always been thought of as “places where all may meet on common ground.” The OSU Student Union certainly is no exception to this tradition as it has been serving the university community since 1950 and has become the place to be on the OSU campus. With a facility consisting of more than 630,000 square feet, it stands as the most comprehensive union in the world. It provides the university with such services as the University Store (textbooks, OSU merchandise and technology center), retail shops, banking services, restaurants, lounges, meeting rooms and a 67-room hotel. The primary purpose of the OSU Student Union is to be a comprehensive system of diverse people, services, programs and facilities that enrich the intellectual, cultural and social well-being of the OSU student and campus community. Located in the Student Union is the Department of Leadership and Campus Life (http://lcl.okstate.edu), which houses the university’s more than 500 campus organizations. Many activities such as movies, late night events and speakers are provided for students by the Union’s student programming organization, the Student Union Activities Board (http://suab.okstate.edu), which is also located in the Union. Through its meeting and conference center (http:// meetings.okstate.edu), the Student Union hosts many events throughout the year. The variety of meeting rooms located throughout the building are also available to OSU student organizations and faculty meetings, typically at no charge. The University Store (http://universitystore.okstate.edu) generates $17 million of the Student Union’s almost $22 million operating budget. This money supports the Union’s operations, as well as many Leadership and Campus Life programs and services, like Camp Cowboy (http:// campcowboy.okstate.edu) and Late Night Cafe, which have impacted thousands of OSU students throughout the years. The Student Union’s recent $63 million renovation project, which was officially endorsed by the students through their increased student fee gift, allowed the university to revitalize an iconic campus building so it can better meet contemporary student needs while maintaining the significance of its history, legacy and commitment to student success. The Union was also recently named the “No. 1 Most Amazing Student Union” by bestcollegereviews.org (http://bestcollegereviews.org) and ranked second by Best College Values in its most amazing college unions and campus centers in the United States rankings. More information about the Student Union and its offerings can be found at union.okstate.edu (http://union.okstate.edu). Wes Watkins Center Conference and Meeting Services https://meetings.okstate.edu/ - provides meeting spaces and services for the needs of Oklahoma State University, the Stillwater Community, the State of Oklahoma, and off campus constituents. The department acts as administrator of the facility which is home to the Center for International Trade and Development, International Studies & Outreach and the English Language Institute. Wes Watkins Meeting & Conference Services offers over 42,000 square feet of meeting space, including the largest meeting venue on campus. The department works with event

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