Department of History of Science
Steven J. Livesey, Chair
Kenneth L. Taylor, Graduate Liaison
Physical Sciences Center, Room 622
Norman, OK 73019-0315
Phone: (405) 325-2213
FAX: (405) 325-2363
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/hsci/
e-mail: slivesey@ou.edu
Faculty Roster
Professors Barker, Livesey, Ogilvie, Ragep, K. Taylor; Associate Professor Pandora; Assistant Professors H. Crowther-Heyck, K. Crowther-Heyck, Weldon; Adjunct Assistant Professors Hamerla, Tracy.
General Information
Study in the history of science at the University of Oklahoma inquires into the development of scientific thought from its origins in the cultural and intellectual efforts of the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome, through the Islamic and Christian civilizations of the Middle Ages, to the modern period. The courses place strong emphasis upon both the internal growth of scientific ideas and their development within the wider political, social, economic, religious and cultural context of Western history.
The University Libraries’ 90,000-volume special collection in the history of science provides a superb resource for research and teaching. Containing scientific works from the beginning of printing to the 20th century, this unique collection includes first editions of such notable scientists as Euclid, Archimedes, Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, Boyle, Newton, Linnaeus, Darwin, Pasteur, Curie and Einstein.
The History of Science Department offers an extensive range of undergraduate and graduate courses concerned with the origins and growth of the natural sciences in Western civilization, including the tradition of Islam. Although the department does not offer an undergraduate major, a number of undergraduate courses are available, and students may matriculate in an undergraduate minor or specially planned programs. Courses numbered 1000–2000 are intended especially for freshmen and sophomores, respectively. Courses numbered 3000–4000 are open to juniors, seniors and graduate students. Students who are interested in planned programs with an emphasis in the history of science or who plan to apply for admission to the graduate program in the history of science should consult with a faculty member of the department regarding relevant courses.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
For information on scholarships and graduate assistantships, students should contact the chair of the department.
Programs for Academic Excellence
The history of science has been designated an area of future emphasis within the College of Arts and Sciences, in the University’s Strategy for Excellence. The foundations of the University’s commitment to emphasis in this field are the superb History of Science Collections, and a department of nine historians of science dedicated to a comprehensive program of teaching and research.
Through a generous grant made by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the History of Science program provides travel fellowships for visitors to make use of its resources for research in the history of science. In addition to working in the collections, visiting fellows interact with students and faculty in the program and frequently present the results of their research to the university community.
Undergraduate Study
Students may elect a minor in history of science. The minor requires 15 hours of history of science courses, of which at least nine hours must be at the 3000-level or above.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
Chronological areas of study include ancient and medieval science, early modern science, and modern science. Thematic areas of specialization include, but are not limited to, the medieval Judaeo-Christian and Islamic scientific traditions, natural history and field sciences, modern social and biological sciences, and the history of science in America.
The programs of study leading to the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees will entail the student’s enrollment in history of science courses, history, other approved courses outside the department, and extensive use of the materials contained in the History of Science Collections.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Requirements for admission and prerequisites for full graduate standing include those set forth in the general requirements of the Graduate College, together with departmental requirements tailored to fit individual student backgrounds and scholastic needs. In addition, the department requires each applicant to submit a Graduate Record Examination (General Test) score.
Programs of graduate study leading to the Master of Arts degree and the Doctor of Philosophy degree have been offered in history of science since 1954 to students possessing a variety of undergraduate backgrounds. Each student’s program is accordingly formulated on an individual basis in conference with a committee of the faculty of the department.
MASTER OF ARTS DEGREE
Requirements for the master’s degree normally include reading proficiency in an appropriate foreign language and satisfactory completion of a master’s thesis. With departmental approval, a student not intending to pursue the Ph.D. degree may follow a nonthesis option, which includes a comprehensive final examination.
MASTER OF ARTS IN HISTORY OF SCIENCE/ MASTER OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION STUDIES
The History of Science Department and the School of Library and Information Studies offer a dual degree program for their two fields. Students apply to and are accepted by each department. Dual-degree students work with a joint advising committee made up of members of both units. They take the comprehensive master’s degree examination in each department and meet the requirements for the master’s degree in each department. The total course load requirement is 18 courses or 54 credit hours, including a minimum of 27 credit hours in each department. Students may choose to write a thesis in the History of Science.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
Students matriculating for the doctoral degree must demonstrate reading proficiency in at least two appropriate foreign languages (usually chosen from French, German, and Latin) before being admitted to candidacy.
Susan Marcus-Mendoza, Chair and Graduate Liaison
Physical Sciences Center, Room 728
Norman, OK 73019-0315
Phone: (405) 325-1756
FAX: (405) 325-4402
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/hr
e-mail: smmendoza@ou.edu
Faculty Roster
Professors Carnevale, G. Henderson, Mata, R. Randle; Associate Professors J. Anderson, T. Davidson, G. Holmes, Herrerias, Milhouse, Marcus-Mendoza, Spigner-Littles; Assistant Professors Barwick-Snell, Hellman, Lloyd-Jones, W. Long, R. Moore, Waterbury. Practitioners in internship placement settings serve as adjunct faculty.
General Information
The Department of Human Relations was established in 1970 with the mission to train professionals in the field of human relations. The Department has the following objectives:
Undergraduate Study
The Bachelor of Arts in human relations is a 36-hour major which includes a 21-credit hour core of required coursework. The core curriculum offers a balance of foundational theory and essential skills that will provide students with the ability to work in a variety of professional settings. The core is as follows:
H R 3003, Human Relations Theory,
H R 3013, Introduction to Human Relations,
H R 3033, Writing for Human Relations Professionals,
H R 3043, Interpersonal and Group Dynamics,
H R 4013, Social Change Process,
H R 4503, Applied Research, and
H R 4513, Service Learning (capstone).
In addition, students are required to complete 15 hours of HR coursework in three categories of electives: organizational studies, diversity, and current problems. Students must take at least one course from each category, which provides the student coursework in each area, but also allow them to concentrate in an area of interest. In so doing, the student can focus on taking courses most relevant to their career goals.
Undergraduate majors must also complete 15 hours of non-human relations guided electives, one from each of the following categories:
Graduate Study
The Master of Human Relations degree (M.H.R.) prepares graduates for careers focusing on research and/or resolution of human relations problems.
Particular attention is given to students who work part-time and full-time. To accommodate both “traditional” and “nontraditional” students, courses are offered on the Norman campus, at the Schusterman Center in Tulsa, and through Advanced Programs in day, evening and week-end formats. Since its inception, the Department has graduated a large number of ethnic minorities, women, older persons returning to college, and international students.
Each student pursuing a Master of Human Relations degree is expected to initiate curriculum planning with a major adviser within the first semester. This planning will identify course sequences which seem most likely to lead to mastery in one or more areas of concentration. Some students may not need to design a unique program but may select from concentration options in which the course sequences have been designed by the faculty.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
Human relations counseling; organizational studies; women’s studies; human relations in education; social change; and international human relations.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID
Tuition waivers are available to selected Oklahoma residents. For information on non-departmental assistance, consult the Office of Financial Aid Services.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Efforts will be made to identify and select candidates whose academic preparation, personal qualities, past educational experiences, volunteer activities, and work experiences give promise for success in the program. Before applicants can be admitted to full graduate standing in the Department of Human Relations, candidates must satisfy the general admission requirements of the Graduate College. In addition, applicants to the Department of Human Relations must complete departmental application requirements. Applicants should contact the department about required procedures.
Master of Human Relations Degree
The curriculum may be a nonthesis, 36 semester credit hour program, or a 32 semester credit hour program, including four hours of research for master’s thesis. The internship is an integral aspect of skill development for all human relations majors. A concentration in a particular area of human relations may incorporate the thesis or nonthesis option.
Nonthesis Option
Candidates selecting this option must include in their program the following Human Relations courses: 5003, 5013, 5023, 5093 and six hours of 5200. A comprehensive examination is required prior to completion of the degree. This examination will be based on major concepts, issues and strategies underlying the field of human relations, plus areas of concentration.
Thesis Option
As with the nonthesis option, the following Human Relations courses are required: 5003, 5013, 5023, 5093 and six hours of 5200. A thesis is required.
Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Environment
Deborah W. Dalton, Director
Linda Wallace, Professor of Botany and Microbiology
Zev Trachtenberg, Associate Professor of Philosophy
Sarkeys Energy Center, Rooms 434 & 438
Norman, OK 73019-1000
Phone: (405) 325-0595
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/ipe/
Environmental problems are complex and multifaceted, and cannot be adequately understood from within any single academic discipline. The College of Arts and Sciences has established the Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Environment (IPE) minor for students who seek to develop skills in specific fields related to environmental issues while remaining firmly grounded in an interdisciplinary outlook. By making students conversant with a variety of approaches to the environment, the IPE minor prepares them for the multi-disciplinary teamwork that is a feature of man environmental careers.
The minor consists of 15 credit hours including the IPE core and one course each from the humanities, social sciences and sciences.
IPE Core Courses:
IPE 1013, Intro. to Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Environment
IPE 4003, Senior Practicum on the Environment
Humanities Courses — 1 of the following:
ENGL 4453, Landscape and Literature
ENGL 4723, Emerson, Thoreau, and Whitman
HIST 3493, American Environmental History
HSCI 3473, History of Ecology & Environment
NAS 3113, Native American Philosophy
PHIL 3293, Environmental Ethics
Social Sciences Courses — 1 of the following:
ANTH 4103, People and Plants
ANTH 4533, Human Ecology of the Humid Tropics
GEOG 3253, Environmental Conservation
GEOG 3563, Natural Resources
P SC 3233, Environmental Policy & Administration
P SC 4233, Science, Technology, & Public Policy
Science Courses — 1 of the following:
BOT 2404, Ecology & Environmental Quality
BOT 3453, Principles of Plant Ecology
BOT 4553, Plant Geography
C E 3212, Environmental Engineering I
E S 4493, Environmental Evaluation and Management
GEOG 1114, Physical Geography
GEOG 4283, Biogeography
GEOL 3154, Environmental Geology
GEOS 2004, Evolution of the Earth System
METR 1014, Introduction to Weather and Climate
ZOO 3403, Principles of Ecology
ZOO 4093, Behavioral Ecology
School of International and Area Studies
Robert H. Cox, Associate Professor of Political Science, Director
729 Elm Ave., Room 207
Norman, OK 73019-2105
Phone: (405) 325-1584
FAX: (405) 325-7402
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/ias
e-mail: rhcox@ou.edu
Faculty Roster
Professors K. Grier (Economics), Ralston (Management); Associate Professors Cox (Political Science), Yu (Modern Languages); Assistant Professors Alhawary (Modern Languages), Cane-Carrasco (History), DeNevers (Political Science), R. Grier (Economics), Grillot (Political Science), Kawabata (Political Science), Landis (History), Lucas (Political Science), Owens (Educational Leadership), M. Smith (Political Science).
The School of International and Area Studies faculty are jointly appointed in the School and another academic department.
General Information
The School of International and Area Studies (SIAS) is an interdisciplinary academic unit. SIAS activities are supervised by a group of faculty who hold joint appointments in a number of academic disciplines, but who all share a common interest in international research and international education. The mission of SIAS is to promote internationalization of the curriculum of the University of Oklahoma and to train students to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world where their success will depend on their ability to share and use knowledge about different societies and their cultures. Students take a wide range of courses drawing from the departments of Anthropology, Communication, Economics, English, Geography, History, History of Science, Film and Video Studies, Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology (College of Arts and Sciences); Art History, Music History (College of Fine Arts); Geography (College of Geosciences); Architecture (College of Architecture); Management (Price College of Business); Educational Leadership (College of Education), among others.
CAREERS
The School of International and Area Studies provides the first stage for students interested in foreign service, international relations, business, law, research, teaching, public service, or any other career where international knowledge and experience is useful and desirable.
Undergraduate Study
The program offers the Bachelor of Arts in International and Area Studies degree with areas of concentration in East Asian, European, International Studies, Latin American, and Russian and East European Studies. SIAS also offers a minor in African Studies and Middle Eastern Studies. Students majoring in International and Area Studies must take at least a combined total of 30 hours of major credit. At least 18 hours must be at the 3000-level or above. In addition, 16 hours of foreign language relevant to the geographical area of concentration.
Robert H. Cox, Coordinator, Associate Professor of Political Science, Director of International and Area Studies
Hester Hall, Room 207
Phone: (405) 325-1584
e-mail: rhcox@ou.edu
The African Studies minor is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of Africa's rich cultural heritage. The program provides an arena to explore how emerging African nations continue to take their place in the world, and how their strategic importance affects events on other continents. The students will examine the relative position of the United States as a world power, viewed through its historic relationship with Africa.
The student choosing a minor in African Studies will work with an area coordinator to create an area of specialization. The 18 credit hours required for a minor can be fulfilled with courses in history, anthropology, political science, art, and geography.
MINOR
Eighteen hours selected from the following approved list of courses, including at least nine hours at the upper-division level.
ANTH 4303; ARCH 4970 (African Architecture); ECON 4853; ENGL 2713, 3343; GEOG 3223, 3853; HIST 2713, 3740, 3743, 3783; SOC 3753.
Courses not on this list may be substituted with the approval of the coordinator for African Studies.
Ning Yu, Associate Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, Coordinator
Kaufman Hall, Room 123
Phone: (405) 325-6181 ext. 1497
e-mail: ningyu@ou.edu
East Asian Studies challenges students to integrate language and cultural skills to prepare for careers in the Pacific region. The objectives of the program are to provide an understanding of the fundamentals of the civilizations of Asia in both traditional and modern settings, and to provide a more in-depth comprehension of specific areas within the region. This concentration features courses from such departments as Anthropology, Art, Geography, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology, and Modern Languages, Literatures and Linguistics. Students will obtain an educational foundation appropriate for teaching, business, research, foreign service, technological and economic development, as well as other careers related to Asia.
MAJOR
Major requirements: (30 hours, 18 must be upper-division). In addition to the core requirements set forth by the College of Arts and Sciences, students pursuing a degree in East Asian Studies will develop a course of study that is approved by the program coordinator and meets the following requirements:
Foreign Language and Literature (6 hours): Two courses at the 3000-level or above beyond the 16-hour requirement in any of the languages in the area of concentration.
History and Ideas (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Asia offered in History, History of Science or Philosophy. Examples include: HIST 1723, 1733, 3840, 3823, 3853, 3863, 3873, 3883, 3903, 3913, 3923, and IAS 3113.
Politics and Society (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Asia offered in Anthropology, Communications, Economics, Political Science, or Sociology. Examples include: ANTH 3803, COMM 3513, 4513, IAS/P SC 2603, and P SC 3623.
Arts and Culture (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Asia offered in Architecture, Art History, Film and Video Studies, English, Modern Languages, Literature and Linguistics, and Music History. Examples include: FVS 3413, MLLL 3633, 3643, MUNM 3113, 3413.
Geography (3 hours): GEOG 2603 or 4243.
Study/Work Abroad: Each student is required to spend at least one semester (summer, fall or spring), or preferably one year in an approved study abroad program or in an approved foreign work experience.
Senior Capstone Course (3 hours): IAS 4013 Senior Capstone.
Major Support Requirements: 16 hours of one foreign language relevant to the geographical area of concentration.
Free Electives: Electives to bring total applicable hours to 124, including 48 upper-division hours.
The minor in International and Area Studies consists of 18 credit-hours of coursework approved by the area coordinator. Following are the course requirements for the Asian Studies area:
Language (3 hours) — one course in Chinese or Japanese at the 3000-level or above.
History and Culture (6 hours) — an approved combination of the following history courses as approved by the Coordinator: HIST 1723, 1733, 3843, 3853, 3873, 3883, 3893, 3923.
Electives (9 hours) — to be chosen from the following (excluding courses already taken to fulfill requirements in other areas): ANTH 3803; COMM 2003, 3513; HIST 3843, 3853, 3863, 3873, 3883, 3893, 3923; IAS 3113; MLLL 3633, 3643; P SC 3623.
Todd Shepard, Assistant Professor of History, Coordinator
Dale Hall Tower, Room 417
Phone: (405) 325-3314
e-mail: tshep75@ou.edu
European Studies immerses students in European history and culture. The course of study includes literature, art, and geography, as well as the politics and economics of the region. The departments and schools contributing to the success of this program are Anthropology, Architecture, Art, Drama, Economics, English, Geography, History, History of Science, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Modern Languages, Literature and Linguistics. The scope of the program includes western, central and Mediterranean Europe since approximately 1500.
European Studies graduates will be capable of functioning in at least one European country in which a language other than English is spoken, and they will be able to read materials in the language of that country.
MAJOR
Major requirements: (30 hours, 18 must be upper-division). In addition to the core requirements set forth by the College of Arts and Sciences, students pursuing a degree in European Studies will develop a course of study that is approved by the program coordinator and meets the following requirements:
Foreign Language and Literature (6 hours): Two courses at the 3000-level or above beyond the 16-hour requirement in any of the languages in the area of concentration.
History and Ideas (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Europe offered in History, History of Science or Philosophy: HIST 3123, 3153, 3173, 3183, 3193, 3203, 3213, 3223, 3233, 3253, 3263, 3353, 3503, 3943; HSCI 3013, 3023; PHIL 3333, 3713.
Politics and Society (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Europe offered in Anthropology, Communications, Economics, Political Science, or Sociology. Examples include: COMM 3513, 4513; P SC 3603, 3613, 3713, 4643; IAS/P SC 2603.
Arts and Culture (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Europe offered in Architecture, Art History, Film and Video Studies, English, Music, History, Modern Languages Literatures, and Linguistics. Examples include: A HI 4303, 4333, 4403, 4453, 4503, 4553, 4633; FVS 3833, 3843; MUHI 2323, 3333.
Geography (3 hours): GEOG 2603, 3533, or 3513.
Study/Work Abroad: Each student is required to spend at least one semester (summer, fall or spring), or preferably one year in an approved study abroad program or in an approved foreign work experience.
Senior Capstone Course (3 hours): IAS 4013 Senior Capstone.
Major Support Requirements: 16 hours of one foreign language relevant to the geographical area of concentration.
Free Electives: Electives to bring total applicable hours to 124 including 48 upper-division hours.
MINOR
The minor in International and Area Studies consists of 18 credit-hours of coursework approved by the area coordinator. Following are the course requirements for the European Studies area:
Language and Literature (3 hours) — one course in an appropriate European language at the 3000-level or above.
European History (3 hours) — one course in European history, or the history of a particular country in Europe.
European Politics and Government (3 hours) — one course to be chosen from: PSC 2603, 2703, 3603 or 3613.
Electives (9 hours) — additional hours of coursework at the upper-division level, as approved by the program Coordinator.
Suzette Grillot, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Coordinator
Dale Hall Tower, Room 227
Phone: (405) 325-8867
e-mail: sgrillot@ou.edu
The International Studies major allows students to gain a global perspective on world affairs. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum that focuses on world history, international relations and international economics, students learn how the international system operates and prepare themselves for careers in foreign affairs or international business, for advanced training in international law or business. Like the area studies programs, the international studies program requires strong understanding of a foreign language and a period of study or work abroad. Students may also combine International Studies with a minor in one of the Area Studies programs.
To complete the International Studies program, students may select courses that cross a number of world regions. Other courses may be substituted, but only with the approval of the program coordinator.
MAJOR
Major requirements: (30 hours, 18 must be upper-division). In addition to the core requirements set forth by the College of Arts and Sciences, students pursuing a degree in International Studies will develop a course of study that is approved by the program coordinator and meets the following requirements:
International Politics (6 hours): Two courses to be chosen from: IAS 3313; P SC 3550, 3563, 4523, 4543, 4553, 4613.
World History And Culture (9 hours): Three courses to be chosen from: A HI 3673, 4503; ENGL 3343, 4423, 4433; HIST 3113, 3123, 3183, 3203, 3503, 3573; MLLL 4553.
Comparative Studies (6 hours): Two courses to be chosen from: ANTH 3413, 3553, 3843, 4303; COMM 3513, 4513; IAS 3113, 3413; P SC 3613, 3623, 3643, 3653, 3673, 4623, 4643; SOC 3383, 3753.
International Economics (3 hours): One course to be chosen from: ECON 3613, 3633, 4823, or 4853.
Geography (3 hours): GEOG 2603, 3513, or 3853.
Study/Work Abroad: Each student is required to spend at least one semester (summer, fall or spring), or preferably one year in an approved abroad program or in an approved foreign work experience.
Senior Capstone Course (3 hours): IAS 4013, Senior Capstone.
Major Support Requirements: Sixteen hours of one foreign language relevant to the area, and ECON 1113, 1123, P SC 2503.
Free Electives: Electives to bring total applicable hours to 124, including 48 upper-division hours.
Robin Grier, Assistant Professor of Economics, Coordinator
Hester Hall, Room 323
Phone: (405) 325-0581
e-mail: rgrier@ou.edu
Latin American Area Studies provides a concentration in the region's history and culture. The course of study features Latin America's economic, geographic, social and political patterns as well as its problems. With a population nearing half a billion people, Latin America has traditionally been, and is now more than ever, a critical area for the United States. Students will examine the historical ties between the two regions in relation to the commonality of cultures and objectives that are becoming increasingly stronger as interdependence grows.
Students concentrating in Latin American Area Studies will choose their language specialization and begin studying the Spanish and/or Portuguese language as early as their freshman year.
MAJOR
Major requirements: (30 hours, 18 must be upper-division). In addition to the core requirements set forth by the College of Arts and Sciences, students pursuing a focus in Latin American Studies will develop a course of study that is approved by the program coordinator and meets the following requirements:
Foreign Language and Literature (6 hours): Two courses at the 3000-level or above beyond the 16-hour requirement, in any of the languages in the area of concentration.
History and Ideas (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Latin America offered in History, History of Science, or Philosophy. Examples include: HIST 2613, 2623, 3683, 3690, 3703, 3713, 3733; IAS 1303.
Politics and Society (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Latin America offered in Anthropology, Communications, Economics, Political Science, or Sociology. Examples include: ANTH 3143, 3333, 3883, 3893; COMM 3513, 4513; IAS/P SC 2603; P SC 3653.
Arts and Culture (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Latin America offered in Architecture, Art History, Film and Video Studies, English, Modern Languages Literature and Linguistics, and Music History: A HI 3803, 4913; SPAN 4093, 4103.
Geography (3 hours): GEOG 2603 or 4253.
Study/Work Abroad: Each student is required to spend at least one semester (summer, fall or spring), or preferably one year in an approved study abroad program or in an approved foreign work experience.
Senior Capstone Course (3 hours): IAS 4013, Senior Capstone.
Major Support Requirements: Sixteen hours of one foreign language relevant to the geographical area of concentration.
Free Electives: Electives to bring total applicable hours to 124 including 48 upper-division hours.
The minor in International and Area Studies consists of 18 credit-hours of coursework, including nine hours of upper-division, approved by the area coordinator. Following are the course requirements for the Latin American Studies area:
Language and Literature (3 hours) — one course in Spanish or Portuguese at the 3000-level or above.
Latin American History (6 hours) — HIST 2613 and 2623.
Anthropology (3 hours) — ANTH 3643 or 3893.
Political Science (3 hours) — P SC 3653.
Sociology (3 hours) — SOC 3753 (topic area: Latin America).
Mohammad Alhawary, Assistant Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures, Coordinator
Kaufman Hall, Room 218
Phone: (405) 325-1467
e-mail: malhawary@ou.edu
The Middle Eastern Area Studies minor allows students to combine their study of either Arabic or Hebrew with courses in the history, religions and cultures of the Middle East from Ancient to modern Times. This minor will provide the student with a basic understanding of the peoples and history of this diverse and culturally-rich region of the world and a firm foundation for further study. The cultural and language proficiency achieved will also serve as excellent preparation for a variety of job opportunities in teaching, business, government or foreign service. Students should work with the area coordinator as soon as possible to develop a coherent program of study.
MINOR
At least 15 hours, including at least 9 hours at the upper division level, selected from the following approved list of courses:
Language (4-5 hours): — ARAB 1225 or HEBR 1214.
History (6 hours): — HIST 2013, 2683, 3840 (Mid-East Jews in Modern Times; Rebirth of Israel; International Relations in the Middle East), 3950 (Culture and Society in the Middle East), 3953, 3983; HSCI 3453.
Electives (6 hours, maximum 3 hours of Arabic or Hebrew language): ARAB 2113, 2223; ARCH 4970 (Islamic Architecture); HEBR 2113, 2213, 3113; HIST 3113, 3120 (Jewish Mysticism), 3293, 3313, 3413, 4500 (Hist. Study of Religion), 3950, 3973, 3993, 4973 (The Middle East and the West), 4990.
Courses not on this list may be substituted with the approval of the Coordinator for Middle Eastern Studies.
Russian and East European Studies
Melissa Stockdale, Assistant Professor of History, Coordinator
Dale Hall Tower, Room 314
Phone: (405) 325-6352
e-mail: mstockdale@ou.edu
Russian and East European Area Studies allows students to specialize in the study of Russia and its neighboring countries in Eastern Europe and Eurasia in preparation for careers in teaching, research, business, government or foreign service. The program provides a broad and multi-disciplinary introduction to the larger region, with course offerings in languages, literature, political science, history, economics, geography, music, and film.
MAJOR
Major requirements: (30 hours, 18 must be upper-division). In addition to the core requirements set forth by the College of Arts and Sciences, students pursuing a degree in Russian and Eastern European Area Studies will develop a course of study that is approved by the program coordinator and meets the following requirements:
Foreign Language & Literature (6 hours): Two courses at the 3000-level or above beyond the 16-hour requirement, in any of the languages in the area of concentration.
History and Ideas (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Russia and Eastern Europe offered in History, History of Science, or Philosophy. Examples include: HIST 2803, 3763, 3770, 3793, 3803, 3813, 3833; PHIL 3333, 3713.
Politics and Society (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Russia and Eastern Europe offered in Anthropology, Communications, Economics, Political Science, or Sociology. Examples include: COMM 3513, 4513; P SC 3503, 3673, 3683; IAS/P SC 2603.
Arts and Culture (6 hours): Two courses that focus on Russia and Eastern Europe offered in Architecture, Art History, Film and Video Studies, English, Modern Languages Literatures and Linguistics, and Music History. Examples include: MLLL 3123; RUSS 4173, 4183; FVS/MLLL 3133.
Geography (3 hours): GEOG 2603 or 4633.
Study/Work Abroad: Each student is required to spend at least one semester (summer, fall or spring) or preferably one year in an approved study abroad program or in approved foreign work experience.
Senior Capstone Course (3 hours): IAS 4013, Senior Capstone.
Major Support Requirement: 16 hours of one foreign language relevant to the geographical area of concentration.
Free Electives: Electives to bring total applicable hours to 124 including 48 upper-division hours.
MINOR
The minor in International and Area Studies consists of 18 credit-hours of coursework, including nine hours of upper-division, approved by the area coordinator. Following are the course requirements for the Russian and East European Studies area:
Language (3 hours) — one course in a relevant language (Russian or East European) at the 3000-level or above.
History (6 hours) — one course in Russian History: HIST 2803, 3793, or 3813; one course in East European History: HIST 3770 or 3833.
Politics (3 hours) — P SC 3503, 3673, or 3683.
Electives (6 hours) — three of the remaining six hours may be drawn from the above disciplines, or all six may be drawn from the following: ECON 4823 or 4853, and/or MLLL 3133, Film and Video Studies, Communications, or courses from other departments with relevant offerings, subject to the approval of the coordinator.
Graduate Study
Master of Arts in International Studies
The curriculum for the Master of Arts degree in International Studies provides a solid foundation in international relations theory, comparative politics, international economics, and analytic and statistical methods, comparable to that received by first-year graduate students in political science and international relations programs across the country. The more advanced work required for each major option immerses the student in the current concepts, theories, and research issues of international political, social, economic and cultural development or those of international management and business.
For substantive questions about the MAIS program, please contact:
Dr. Mitchell Smith
Director of Graduate Studies
School of International and Area Studies
Phone: (405) 325-8893
e-mail: mps@ou.edu
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The Master of Arts degree requires at least 36 credit hours with thesis and non-thesis options. Students must show reading and speaking competence equivalent to the completion of three college courses in one major foreign language or the equivalent of two college courses each in two foreign languages. It is strongly encouraged that every student who applies for admission to the program will have had a significant international experience, in the form of study, work, or residence abroad before commencing the degree program. Students without such prior experience will be encouraged to undertake some study or work abroad of limited duration, as approved by their advisory committees, before completing the degree.
The two major options of global affairs and global management share a common curriculum of five, three-credit-hour core courses. In addition, a minimum of at least 18 hours will be taken in one of the major options. Students who write a master's thesis will enroll in three credit hours of master's thesis; students who take the non-thesis option will take an additional course in their major option so as to reach a total of at least 36 credit hours for the degree. Non-thesis students must must pass a written and/or oral comprehensive examination. No more than 25 percent (nine credit hours) of the minimum 36 credit hours required for this master's degree may be transferred from other institutions, subject to the normal rules and procedures of the University of Oklahoma Graduate College.
ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES
Applicants should submit a University of Oklahoma Application for Admission and official transcripts to the Office of Admissions and Records, 1000 Asp, Room 127, Norman, OK 73019. Test scores and supplemental application materials should be sent directly to The School of International and Area Studies, The University of Oklahoma, 729 Elm Avenue, Room 207, Norman, OK 73019-2105.
Although the Graduate College lists the deadlines for the Fall and Spring semester as July 15 and December 1, the graduate committee for the School of International and Area Studies has set an earlier deadline to apply for admission. Applicants should submit all materials before February 15 for the Fall semester and October 15 for the Spring semester.
All applicants should submit the following admissions materials:
1 . Graduate Record Examination or Graduate Management Admissions Test scores.
2 . Three letters of recommendation, from academic referees if possible.
3 . Statement of purpose explaining the motive for applying to the program and what the applicant hopes to accomplish during the course of study.
4 . Official transcripts from all institutions attended.
5 . University of Oklahoma Application for Admission.
ACADEMIC STANDARDS AND ADMISSION
Admission will be granted on the basis of undergraduate grade point average, scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), a statement of purpose, and at least three letters of recommendation. Applicants will be expected to have a bachelor's degree in a discipline that will provide a foundation for graduate study in global affairs or global management. The faculty committee for the graduate program in international studies will review applications for admission. Students admitted conditionally because of low undergraduate grade point averages will be subject to the same requirements and procedures as specified by the University of Oklahoma Graduate College.
COMMON CORE CURRICULUM (15 hours)
A) The following four courses (12 credit hours): P SC 5513, International Relations Theory; P SC 5563 - International Political Economy; P SC 5663, Comparative Political Analysis; ECON 5273, Survey of International Economics.
B) One graduate course (3 credit hours) in statistical and analytic methods, from the following: B AD 5033, Statistical Modeling for Decision-Making; ECON 5023, Statistics for Decision Making; P SC 5913, Introduction to the Analysis of Political and Administrative Data; SOC 5283, Advanced Sociological Statistics.
C) Reading and speaking competence in ONE major foreign language approved by the student's advisory committee at a level equivalent to three semesters of college-level instruction, OR reading and speaking competence in TWO major foreign languages approved by the student's advisory committee equivalent to two semesters each of college-level instruction. The student's competence in the language will be certified by the ACTFL/ETS examination or by an alternative instrument approved by the OU Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. Students must have fulfilled this requirement at the time of graduation.
Thesis and non-thesis options
Thesis option (with 3 credit hours for IAS 5980 - Master's Thesis): A master's thesis will be required, demonstrating the student's capacity for independent, original research, analysis, and synthesis. Each student will enroll for three credit hours of IAS 5980 - Master's Thesis. Upon completion of the thesis, the student must sustain an oral defense of the thesis.
Non-thesis option (with an additional three credit-hour elective course to meet the 36 hour minimum): The student must pass a written and/or oral comprehensive examination on the course work for the program, administered by a committee of the faculty of the program, and take an additional three-hour elective course in the major option, as approved by the student's advisory committee to meet the 36 credit-hour minimum for the degree. The advisory committee will determine the format of the comprehensive examination.
Global Affairs Option (minimum 18 hours)
INTERNATIONAL AND COMPARATIVE POLITICS: Two courses (6 credit hours), as approved by the student's advisory committee.
COMPARATIVE AND HISTORICAL STUDIES: Four courses (12 credit hours), from Anthropology, Economics, Education, Geography, History, Philosophy, or Sociology, as approved by the student's advisory committee.
Global Management Option (minimum 18 hours)
Students pursuing the major option in global management are expected to concentrate either in the functional areas of management and marketing or in accounting and finance.
FOUNDATIONAL COURSES IN BUSINESS (four courses, 12 credit hours): Students are expected to acquire a foundation in each of the four basic functional areas of business, accounting, finance, management, and marketing. NOTE: The foundational requirement in one or more functional areas may be waived by the student's advisory committee if the student has had at least two undergraduate courses in each of those functional areas. If foundational courses are waived, the student will take additional courses from category B) or category C), as approved by the advisory committee, to meet the requirement of at least 18 credit hours in the Global Management major option.
ACCT 5013, Quantitative Financial Controls
FIN 5043, Financial Administration of the Firm
MGT 5083, Human Resource Management and Organiz. Behavior
MKT 5063, Managerial Marketing
COURSES IN GLOBAL BUSINESS (at least two courses, 6 credit hours): Students will be expected to concentrate in either accounting and finance or in management and marketing.
Concentration 1 - Accounting and Finance
ACCT 5023, International Financial Statement Analysis;
ACCT 5313, Managerial Accounting Tools
FIN 5970, International Finance
Concentration 2 - Management and Marketing
MGT 6513, Global Business and the Environment
MKT 5973, Seminar: International Marketing
If additional courses are needed to bring the student's program in global management up to 18 credit hours, they will be drawn from elective courses, as approved by the student's advisory committee, following the student's concentration either in accounting and finance or in management and marketing.
Norman A. Stillman, Professor of Judaic History, Director
455 W. Lindsey, Room 305-D
Norman, Oklahoma 73019
Phone: (405) 325-6508
FAX: (405) 325-6521
e-mail: nstillman@ou.edu
MINOR
The Judaic Studies Program offers a broad panorama of the history, languages, and culture of the Jewish people from biblical times to the present. The Judaic Studies minor will provide students not only with an understanding of a unique people in history, but an appreciation of some of the primary foundational components of Western religion and civilization. In addition, the program offers students exciting opportunities for summer, one-semester, or full study abroad in Israel. Judaic Studies offers a general civilizational minor in the history, language, and culture of the Jewish people.
The minor consists of 18-20 hours, including nine at the upper division level. A minimum of five designated Judaic Studies courses will be required, two of which must include Modern Hebrew, or demonstrated proficiency.
Required courses:
History: 3973, Judaism: A Religious History
Modern Languages, Hebrew: 1114, Beginning Hebrew I; 1214 Beginning Hebrew II
(A student who enters the program with proficiency of the language will be required to take additional Judaic courses.)
Electives:
History: 3120, European Jews from Ghetto to Modernity; 3293, History of Anti-Semitism; 3303, Women in North Africa; 3313, Israeli Culture Through Film; 3413 Hebrew Civilization – Ancient; 3430, American Jewish History; 3430, Hollywood and Ethnicity; 3500, Heaven and Hell; 3500, Historical Study of Religion; 3500, Jewish Mysticism; 3500, The Holocaust; 3840, Mid-east Jews in Modern Times; 3840 Rebirth of Israel; 3950, Mideast Minorities in Modern Times; 3973 History of Judaism; 3983 Medieval Jewish History; 3993 Evolution of Martyrdom; 5050(Directed Readings in any Judaic area).
English: 3633, Bible as Literature
Film and Video Studies: 3843, Yiddish Cinema
Modern Languages, Hebrew: 3113, Advanced Hebrew
School of Library and Information Studies
Danny P. Wallace, Director and Graduate Liaison
Maggie Ryan, Coordinator, Admissions/Academic and Student Support Services
Bizzell Library, Room 120
Norman, OK 73019-6032
Phone: (405) 325-3921
FAX: (405) 325-7648
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/slis/
e-mail: slisinfo@lists.ou.edu
Faculty Roster
Professors Hawamdeh, Latrobe, S. H. Lee, Lester, Patterson, Swisher, Van Fleet, Wallace; Associate Professors Brown, Haynes, R. Taylor; Assistant Professors Chang, Morales-Arroyo.
Post-Master’s Program
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
Academic, public, school, and special libraries and information centers; health sciences; children’s literature and youth services; knowledge management; Native American services; and library technology.
Undergraduate Study
Bachelor of Arts in Information Studies
The primary focus of Information Studies is the information enterprise broadly defined. Graduates will be prepared to explore and analyze information needs and work within the organizational context to develop appropriate and effective approaches to satisfying those needs. The central theme of the Information Studies program is facilitating the link between people, whether individuals or groups, and the information necessary to their success. The goals of the Information Studies program are 1) to provide a broadly based liberal arts education focused on the knowledge, skills, and values required to design, implement, and manage information operations in any organizational setting, and 2) to prepare graduates for careers in an increasingly information-rich and information-based global society.
The Bachelor of Arts in Information Studies is an interdisciplinary program that draws courses from a variety of departments and schools. Requirements for the major in Information Studies total 39 semester hours, including an 18 semester hour required Information Studies core and 21 additional semester hours in Information Studies and cognate disciplines. Students must also complete the General Education requirements designated by the College of Arts and Sciences and any prerequisite courses required for courses in the Information Studies curriculum. The 18 semester hour required core consists of the following courses:
The remaining 21 semester hours include courses from six key content areas: Economics, Information and Enterprise, Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Communication, Leadership, and Information in Society. A grade of C or better is required for all major courses.
Admission Requirements
MASTER OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION STUDIES
The admission policy of the Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) has as its goal the selection of persons who are academically well-qualified and who exhibit a potential for contribution in the area of library and information services. The School of Library and Information Studies encourages applications from students with diverse educational, geographical, and intellectual backgrounds.
In addition to meeting the general requirements for admission to the Graduate College, applicants to the must also meet the admissions requirements for the Master of Library and Information Studies degree program. Compliance with those requirements is demonstrated by presentation of the following documents:
1. An application to the Master of Library and Information Studies program.
2. A statement of purpose and goals including a specific professional career plan and a self-assessment of relevant prior experience.
3. A professional résumé.
4. Three letters of reference from persons familiar with the applicant’s scholastic or employment record.
5. Scores of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). GRE scores are not required from applicants who have completed a post-baccalaureate degree with a GPA of at least 3.20 on a four-point scale.
Full Graduate Standing
An applicant may be granted full graduate standing if:
1. all required documentation has been submitted and determined to be complete, and
2. the applicant has been determined to be acceptable for admission to the Graduate College, and
3. the applicant's academic record indicates a grade point average of at least 3.20 for the last 60 hours of letter-graded undergraduate coursework or has completed a master's degree or at least 12 semester hours of letter-graded graduate coursework with a cumulative 3.00 grade point average for all graduate work, and
4. the applicant submits valid Graduate Record Examination scores.
Conditional Admission
A graduate of an accredited four-year institution whose grade point average is below 3.20 but not less than 2.80, and who has met all other requirements for admission to full graduate standing may be admitted conditionally. A student whose grade point average is below 2.80, but who has met all other requirements, may apply for admission after completing at least 12 hours at the undergraduate (3000 or above) level in an effort to improve the grade point average and demonstrate academic competence.
Transfer Credit
Students who transfer from another graduate program at the University of Oklahoma or from another institution may be admitted to full graduate standing in the School of Library and Information Studies if they have satisfied all of the requirements listed above. For applicability of transfer credit toward the degree sought, see also the general regulations of the Graduate College.
No more than nine hours taken prior to admission to the MLIS program may count toward the MLIS degree. Students enrolled in unclassified status are cautioned to submit a complete application before they have completed 12 hours.
All transfer credit must be approved by the University's Office of Admissions and the School's Admission Committee. The conditions for transfer of credit include the following:
1. All hours must be graduate hours from an accredited institution, graded A or B, and must not have been applied toward another degree.
2. All Library and Information Studies hours must be from an ALA accredited program.
3. All hours must be related to and supportive of each individual's program.
The student is responsible for submitting a written request to the Admissions Committee, asking for consideration of the transfer hours and providing documentation regarding the applicability of such coursework.
Denial of Admission
Students who have been denied admission to the MLIS program may not enroll in Library and Information Studies courses. This restriction includes students who change their status to unclassified after denial of admission to the program. Students who have been denied and who enroll in graduate LIS courses may be disenrolled by the School.
Appeals
Any applicant who feels that he or she has been wrongly denied admission to the MLIS program may appeal in writing to the Admissions, Financial Aid, and Academic Standing Committee.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
The admission policy of the Master of Science in Knowledge Management (MSKM) degree program has as its goal the selection of persons who are academically well-qualified and who exhibit a potential for assuming leadership roles in creating knowledge-sharing cultural environments within organizations. The School of Library and Information Studies encourages applications from students with diverse educational, geographical, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds.
Applicants for admission to the MSKM degree program must meet the admissions criteria established by the University of Oklahoma Graduate College. Detailed information on admission to graduate study at the University of Oklahoma is provided in the Graduate College Bulletin.
In addition to meeting the general requirements for admission to the Graduate College, applicants must also meet the admissions requirements for the Master of Science in Knowledge Management (MSKM) degree program. Compliance with those requirements is demonstrated by presentation of the following documents:
1. An application to the Master of Science in Knowledge Management program.
2. A statement of purpose and goals, including a specific professional career plan and a self-assessment of relevant prior experience.
3. A professional résumé.
4. Three letters of reference from persons familiar with the applicant’s scholastic or employment record.
5. Scores for the Graduate Record Examination; GRE scores are not required for applicants who have completed a post-baccalaureate degree with a grade point average of at least 3.20 on a 4-point scale.
Full Graduate Standing
An applicant may be granted full graduate standing if:
1. all required documentation has been submitted and determined to be complete, and
2. the applicant has been determined to be acceptable for admission to the Graduate College, and
3. the applicant's academic record indicates a grade point average of at least 3.20 for the last 60 hours of letter-graded undergraduate course work or has completed a master's degree or at least 12 semester hours of letter-graded graduate coursework with a cumulative 3.00 grade point average for all graduate work, and
4. the applicant submits valid Graduate Record Examination scores.
Conditional Admission
A graduate of an accredited four-year institution whose grade point average is below 3.20 but not less than 2.80, and who has met all other requirements for admission to full graduate standing may be admitted conditionally. A student whose grade point average is below 2.80, but who has met all other requirements, may apply for admission after completing at least 12 hours at the undergraduate (3000 or above) level in an effort to improve the grade point average and demonstrate academic competence.
Transfer Credit
Students who transfer from another graduate program at the University of Oklahoma or from another institution may be admitted to full graduate standing in the School of Library and Information Studies if they have satisfied all of the requirements listed above. For applicability of transfer credit toward the degree sought, see also the general regulations of the Graduate College.
No more than nine hours may be transferred into the MSKM program from an institution other than Oklahoma State University; students may petition to transfer up to 15 hours of Oklahoma State University graduate credit.
All transfer credit must be approved by the University's Office of Admissions and the School's Admission Committee. The conditions for transfer of credit include the following:
1. All hours must be graduate hours from an accredited institution, graded A or B, and must not have been applied toward another degree.
2. All hours must be related to and supportive of each individual's program.
Denial of Admission
Students who have been denied admission to the MSKM program may not enroll in Library and Information Studies courses. This restriction includes students who change their status to unclassified after denial of admission to the program. Students who have been denied and who enroll in graduate LIS courses may be disenrolled by the School.
Appeals
Any applicant who feels that he or she has been wrongly denied admission to the MSKM program may appeal in writing to the Admissions, Financial Aid, and Academic Standing Committee.
ADMISSION OF UNDERGRADUATES
A senior undergraduate student not admitted to the School of Library and Information Studies may enroll in graduate courses offered by the school with the instructor's permission. If the courses meet the conditions established by the Graduate College for graduate credit, they may be accepted as degree credits in the School of Library and Information Studies. Admission of undergraduates to the School of Library and Information Studies is based upon policy described in the general regulations in the Graduate College Bulletin. Students should be aware of the school's additional requirements governing admission and should contact the school before attempting to enroll.
TIME LIMITS FOR COMPLETION OF MASTER’S DEGREE
A student is expected to complete work for the master’s degree within five calendar years from the student’s first graduate enrollment in the School of Library and Information Studies. See the general regulations of the Graduate College for an extension of time.
READMISSION
If a student withdraws from the school, readmission may be obtained by petitioning the school. If one year or more has elapsed since enrollment, the student must also apply for readmission to the Graduate College. While in most cases courses taken in previous terms in residence will be applied to the student’s degree, some courses may not be applied toward the degree. This will more likely be the case with courses taken five or more years in the past, but it may also apply to courses taken at a more recent time. The School of Library and Information Studies Committee on Admissions, Financial Aids and Academic Standing will evaluate each case on its particular merits.
REGISTRATION AND ENROLLMENT
A student may apply at any time of the year for admission to a degree program in the School of Library and Information Studies, but must comply with University deadlines.
A student cannot carry more than 16 hours of graduate credit in any regular semester, or more than nine hours in a summer session, without permission of the Dean of the Graduate College. Graduate students who are employed must reduce the number of credit hours carried in proportion to the number of hours worked. This will necessarily extend the time required to complete the degree program.
When a student has been admitted to a degree program in the School of Library and Information Studies, it is assumed that the student will enroll in the program at the first registration period following completion of the admission requirements. At the student’s request, enrollment may be postponed for as much as one calendar year. If the delay exceeds one year, the entire application procedure must be reinitiated.
When the student is accepted by the school, a faculty adviser is assigned and noted in the student’s letter of acceptance. Upon acceptance to the program and prior to the completion of 12 hours at the latest (including any hours taken before official admission to the program), any student in the MLIS or MSKM program must file with the School a program of study showing which courses are to constitute the 36 hours to be taken for the degree, including any courses to be taken at the University of Oklahoma outside the school and any courses transferred from another institution. Students are required to work with the adviser during attendance at the school and must consult with the adviser prior to enrollment each semester. The student should also consult the adviser at any time that academic or career-related problems arise. A student’s request for a change of adviser will be given due consideration.
Degree Programs
MASTER OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION STUDIES
The School of Library and Information Studies offers the only American Library Association-accredited master's degree program in Oklahoma. The Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) degree may be taken as either a thesis or nonthesis option. While it is possible to complete the degree in one calendar year, most students take their coursework over a longer period of time. The degree must be completed within five calendar years from the time of initial enrollment.
Candidates for the MLIS, nonthesis option must fulfill the following:
1. Complete the following seven, three-hour courses:
2. Maintain a B grade point average. A maximum of two grades of C may be applied toward the degree. Students receiving a grade of D or F in any letter-graded LIS course will be removed from the program. Additionally, any required course in which a student earns a grade of C must be repeated (three grades of C result in termination from the program). A student cannot use the course in which the grade of C was earned toward fulfillment of degree requirements.
3. Complete a minimum of 36 hours of graduate credit.
4. Pass a written comprehensive examination.
Requirements for the thesis option are the same, except that no comprehensive examination is taken, and the student must complete and defend a thesis. Six credit hours are allowed for thesis research.
A student may enroll for degree credit in courses outside the School, but the courses chosen must relate closely to and support the student’s program as a whole. A student wishing to take courses outside the School must include those courses on the program plan and obtain his/her adviser’s signature.
Specialist Option—Health Sciences Librarianship
Medical, hospital, social science agencies, and other health-related agencies need information specialists educated in health sciences librarianship. The School of Library and Information Studies offers the following courses to students interested in pursuing a career in this area: LIS 5613, Biomedical Bibliography and Reference Materials; LIS 5623, Biomedical Data Bases; and LIS 5823, Internship in Library/Information Centers. The courses are held at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Students should discuss a full program in this area with their advisers.
Dual Degree Programs
In its quest to provide alternative educational opportunities for students wishing to specialize in a variety of areas, the School of Library and Information Studies has developed a number of specialized programs. In addition, the Generic Dual Master’s degree program is available for students who wish to earn dual master’s degrees not specified by the School.
Master of Library and Information Studies (M.L.I.S.)/Master of Education (M.Ed.)
The purpose of this program is to provide a course of study for those individuals wishing to pursue careers in education, such as school library media centers, vocational-technical libraries, junior college media centers, special education centers, correctional facilities, armed forces libraries and educational centers; or in business and industry with emphasis in instructional media.
The dual degrees offered are the Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) and the Master of Education (M.Ed.) with emphasis on instructional psychology and technology. Program requirements are structured to provide students with maximum professional education. Admission, retention, advisement, and graduation requirements are administered jointly by both the School of Library and Information Studies and the College of Education. Students wishing more information should contact both academic units. Most of the courses required for the education portion of this degree are offered only at the Norman campus.
Master of Library and Information Studies (M.L.I.S.)/Master of Arts (History of Science)
The School of Library and Information Studies and the Department of History of Science offer a dual degree program for their two fields. Students apply and are accepted by each department. Dual degree students work with a joint advising committee made up of faculty from both units. The requirements for the master’s degree in each department must be met.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM FOR SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST
The School of Library and Information Studies offers a program leading to completion of the MLIS degree program and the Oklahoma Standard School Library Media Specialist Certificate. A student interested in pursuing the School Library Media Specialist Certificate should plan a program of study with the assigned adviser as soon as possible to coordinate the OU certification requirements with the student's previously developed competencies as documented by transcripts and to ensure that needed courses will be accessible on the SLIS course rotation schedule. Completion of the MLIS program and preparation for the School Library Media Specialist Certificate may require additional coursework beyond the 36 hours required for the MLIS.
Students seeking the masters' degree in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) and the Standard School Library Media Specialist Certificate must:
1. Hold a valid initial standard teaching. The school library media certificate is an advanced certificate that may be added to an initial certificate in early childhood education, elementary education, elementary-secondary education, secondary education, or vocational-technical education, or in another area approved by the state.
2. Fulfill requirements for the MLIS degree.
3. Fulfill requirements for the NCATE-approved school library media program for competencies attained through the following courses or their equivalents:
4. Fulfill requirements for the student portfolio required by the Oklahoma Commission on Teacher Preparation.
5. Successfully complete the state teaching examination for the specialized subject area for school library media.
After completion of 1-5 above, the University of Oklahoma will recommend the student for standard library media specialist certification by the state.
For individuals already holding a master's degree in education and an initial teaching certificate, requirements for recommendation by the University of Oklahoma for standard school library media certification include: the student portfolio, successful completion of the school library media specialized subject area test, and the following courses:
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
The Master of Science in Knowledge Management (MSKM) degree was created in response to an increasing need for knowledge managers in business, industry, education, government, and public service organizations. The program is designed to provide students with an understanding of not only the contemporary business and technology issues relevant to the firm/industry, but also the 'people issues' that are playing an increasingly important role in organizational knowledge creation processes. The course of study is designed to prepare graduates who understand knowledge management concepts, are familiar with knowledge management tools, can facilitate mapping of knowledge assets in organizations, are skilled in the tools and processes of market intelligence, are prepared to effectively exploit intellectual capital, understand the value and roles of competitive analysis, can design and implement knowledge management systems, and are prepared to assume leadership roles in creating knowledge-sharing cultural environments within organizations. Graduates will acquire the combined capabilities of a business strategist, technology analyst, and a human resource professional. Although courses for this degree will be multi-disciplinary and interdepartmental, the School of Library and Information Studies assumes administrative and operational oversight.
Candidates for the MSKM non-thesis option must fulfill the following:
1. Complete the following seven, three-hour courses:
2. Complete 15 hours of guided electives.
3. Maintain a B grade point average.
4. Complete a minimum of 36 hours of graduate credit.
5. Pass a written comprehensive examination.
Requirements for the thesis option are the same, except that no comprehensive examination is taken, and the student must complete and defend a thesis. Six credit hours are allowed for thesis research.
GENERIC DUAL MASTER'S DEGREE
This option allows a graduate student at the University of Oklahoma the option of seeking dual masters' degrees in any two areas of his/her choosing. In order to pursue the generic dual master's degree, the student must be admitted to both programs before 12 credit hours of program work is completed in either program. Once admitted to both programs, the student will be admitted into the Generic Dual Master's Degree Program. Further details are available in University bulletins and from the individual departments.
Certificate of Advanced Study
The growth in the number and variety of information resources demands increased specialization on the part of those who use those resources. Practicing librarians and information specialists have attempted to attain this specialization in various ways — on the job training, short courses, workshops — generally through an unsystematic process with obvious costs in terms of effectiveness and efficiency. To respond to technological and other changes in the profession, the School of Library and Information Studies has developed a program of study beyond the master’s degree, one that will lead to Certificate of Advanced Study.
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the program are: (1) to provide librarians/information specialists with the opportunity to upgrade and update knowledge in library and information studies; (2) to provide librarians/information specialists with an opportunity to redirect or strengthen their present career paths; (3) to develop an awareness of the role, significance, and importance of research in library/information studies and its application in the field; and (4) to provide MLIS students with the opportunity to obtain additional specialized skills and competencies in order to improve their career prospects.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be admitted, a student must:
1. hold a master’s degree in Library Information Studies from an institution with a Library and Information Studies degree program accredited by the American Library Association;
2. have completed a minimum of two years of professional experience broadly related to Library Information Studies after completion of the master’s degree.
Applicants who have not completed two years of professional experience after receipt of the master’s degree should petition the Admissions Committee of the School of Library and Information Studies for special permission to enter the Sixth Year Certificate Program. Such a petition must indicate: (a) reasons for waiving this requirement; (b) special training, skills, competencies, or other factors that would contribute to the success of the applicant in the program, and (c) the applicant’s potential for successful completion of the program.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Prospective students must submit an application for admission to the University and transcripts of academic performance to the Office of Admissions and Records.
Applicants must send an application for admission to the School of Library and Information Studies and three letters of reference directly to the School. The letters should be sent only in those instances where there are no references on file, or existing letters of reference are three or more years old.
Graduate Record Examination scores are not required.
PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Thirty hours of coursework beyond that taken as part of a master’s degree in Library Information Studies are required for the certificate. Credit hours for completion for the Sixth Year Certificate requirements may include post-master’s coursework, regularly offered master’s level coursework, and graduate courses offered in other departments of the University.
In order to ensure a unified program of study tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of the student, the Director of the School will appoint a committee of three, consisting of a chair and two faculty members who will work closely with the student and develop a written program of studies for the 30 credit hours.
Prior to enrollment in the program, the tentative program of studies must be approved by the Director of the School. Students may take up to nine credit hours outside the School of Library and Information Studies.
RETENTION STANDARDS
The student enrolled in any program of the School of Library and Information Studies must maintain acceptable academic standards in order to remain in the school. Students admitted to full graduate standing in the school must maintain an overall B average in all courses attempted. If at the end of any semester a student’s cumulative grade point average has fallen below 3.00, the student will be placed on academic probation for the next semester (or summer session) in which the student enrolls. If the student fails to raise the total cumulative grade point average to 3.00 in the next 12 hours in which the student enrolls, the student will be dropped from the school.
When students who have been conditionally admitted have completed the first 12 hours in their program, they must have achieved a grade point average of 3.00 or better for all graduate-level courses attempted or they will be denied re-enrollment. Further, they must have met the conditions set out in their letter of conditional admission, including successful completion of designated courses.
Graduate College regulations require a grade average not lower than B on all graduate work attempted for eligibility for any graduate degree. The School of Library and Information Studies requires that a student receiving more than six credit hours of C or lower in letter-graded courses in Library and Information Studies be dropped from the School’s rolls. This requirement will be observed regardless of a student’s overall grade point average. Additionally, any student who has been admitted to the MLIS program receiving a grade of D or lower in any letter-graded LIS graduate course will be withdrawn from the program.
A student who has received two or more I (incomplete) grades that have not been changed to passing grades normally will not be permitted to enroll for another semester’s work.
Certain courses in the School of Library and Information Studies may be graded on a S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) basis. A grade of S is equivalent to a grade of B or better. Students may not enroll in more than 12 hours of Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory graded courses as credit toward completion of degree requirements.
Student records are evaluated at the end of each semester. The director will notify any student whose academic performance is less than satisfactory by letter.
Paul R. Goodey, Chair
Murad Ozaydin, Graduate Liaison
Physical Sciences Center, Room 423
Norman, OK 73019-3103
Phone: (405) 325-6711
FAX: (405) 325-7484
Internet: http://www.math.ou.edu/
e-mail: pgoodey@ou.edu
Faculty Roster
Professors Albert, Apanasov, Basmajian, Breen, Cline, Dickey, Goodey, Grasse, Gutman, Landes, Lee, Magid, McCullough, McKnight, Miller, Ozaydin, Przebinda, Rubin, Walschap, Wei, White; Associate Professors Akin, Brady, Murphy, Ray; Assistant Professors Lifschitz, Roche, Shankar, Zhu.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. Please refer to the Graduate College section of this catalog for general information on graduate programs.
Undergraduate Study
The department encourages self-study and the taking of advanced mathematics courses in high school. Credit for this activity may be earned through a variety of examinations, including those given by the College Entrance Examination Board (advanced placement), the department (advanced standing), and CLEP (College-Level Examination Program). Advanced standing tests are administered through the Independent Study Department. Transfer students are urged to consult either the department office or undergraduate mathematics adviser if doubt exists concerning proper placement.
Students majoring in mathematics, the physical sciences, or engineering should take the calculus sequence 1823, 2423, 2433, and 2443. The sequence 1743–2123, is designed for students in business and the life or social sciences.
Courses numbered below 1823 do not carry major credit. Neither do the courses 2213, 3213, 4280. Only students in the teacher certification program may earn major credit for 4222, 4232.
The department strongly recommends a grade of C or better in all prerequisite mathematics courses.
MAJOR PROGRAMS
The student whose major interest is in mathematics may work either for the standard degree of Bachelor of Arts or the professional degree of Bachelor of Science.
For a well-rounded program in mathematics, majors should purposely seek out a variety of fields before specializing, even though this may result in more credit hours than are actually required for a major.
All major programs must include 12 hours of elementary calculus (1823, 2423, 2433, and 2443). Majors are strongly urged to take 2513 and 3333 before completing the calculus sequence.
The additional requirements for specific programs follow (unless otherwise indicated, all course numbers indicate mathematics courses).
STANDARD (1701A)
The standard degree program (code 1701A) leading to the Bachelor of Arts general option requires:
Grades of C or better must be earned in all mathematics courses at the 3000-level or higher.
PROFESSIONAL (1701K)
The professional degree program (code 1701K) leading to the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics requires:
Grades of C or better must be earned in all mathematics courses at the 3000-level or higher.
MATHEMATICS B.A./BIOSTATISTICS M.S.
The dual B.S./M.S. degree in Mathematics and Biostatistics (code 1701J) requires the following mathematics courses:
B.S. Component
B.S./M.S. Component
M.S. Component
Additional Major Support Requirements
At least one of the biological or physical science courses must have a laboratory component.
Additional Requirements
No more than eight hours toward the dual degree program may carry a grade lower than a B. No course at the 4000-level or higher with a grade of C may apply toward the program.
The student planning to teach mathematics in the secondary school should follow the mathematics teacher certification program. He or she may receive either the standard or professional degree. However, the courses 2513, 3613, 4643 and 4753 must be taken. Further requirements are discussed in this catalog under Teaching Certificates.
Mathematics majors who are candidates for degrees with honors must satisfy all of the requirements for a professional degree. For other requirements students should consult the director of the Honors Program.
The requirements for the minor in mathematics are: 15 hours of courses acceptable for major credit, including 2443 and nine upper-division hours including six hours numbered 4000 or above. Three hours of either 3960 or 3970 (not both) may be substituted for three hours at the 4000-level or higher.
Master’s Programs
In order to meet a variety of needs, the department has established several masters’ programs. The traditional Master of Arts degree (Option I) is particularly suitable for students who may want to pursue a doctorate or who are interested in teaching at the college level. The Master of Science degree emphasizes applications of mathematics. The dual degree program addresses the increasing need of mathematics in business and management.
MASTER OF ARTS DEGREE
For admission to this program with full standing, a student should have completed the mathematics courses required for a bachelor’s degree with a major in mathematics at the University of Oklahoma or their equivalents. Students lacking this preparation must acquire it, either by taking the courses or advanced standing examinations. The course requirements are:
1. Twelve hours of elementary calculus equivalent to Math 1823, 2423, 2433, and 2443.
2. Math 2513, 3333, 4323, 4433.
3. Two courses from: 3413 (or 3113), 3613, 3693, 4073, 4083, 4163, 4333, 4373, 4443, 4733 (or 4753), 4743 (or 4753), 5423 (or 4103), 5653, 5853, 5863.
For the M.A. degree the student must present a minimum of 32 hours at the 4000 level or above.
The general requirements of the Graduate College must be satisfied as well as the following departmental requirements:
a. At least 15 hours from 5353-5363, 5453-5463, 5853-5863.
b. If only 15 hours are taken from (a), then another six hour sequence of 5000 or 6000 numbered courses must be taken.
c. Pass comprehensive examinations over three sequences listed in (a) or (b), two of which must be chosen from sequences in (a). Master’s candidates who plan to seek a Ph.D. at the University of Oklahoma should take the qualifying examination to satisfy this requirement. The qualifying examination consists of comprehensive examinations over all three sequences in (a).
Both thesis and nonthesis programs are available for the master’s degree.
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE
For entry to this program, a student is expected to have knowledge of a computer language, and one course in each of the areas of differential equations, linear algebra, modern algebra, advanced calculus, and probability/statistics. If the student is deficient in these prerequisites, up to three hours of work taken in residence to satisfy the requirements may be included in the graduate program with the approval of the graduate liaison.
Each student shall obtain approval for his or her program of study from the Applied Math Committee. This committee, with the graduate liaison as an ex-officio member, will ensure that the program of study, including a thesis, if any, will provide a coherent education in applied mathematics appropriate for a master’s degree, and that it will meet the formal requirements of the department. Course requirements are as follows:
1. One three-hour course in each of the areas of statistics and numerical analysis/computer science.
2. Two three-hour courses in abstract mathematics.
3. Math 5103, Mathematical Models.
4. Two courses besides those used in (1) in some area of applied mathematics.
5. At least two courses, taken at the 4000 level or higher from outside the mathematics department, which use mathematics beyond elementary calculus. A maximum of nine hours of coursework outside of mathematics can be applied to the degree.
6. No more than nine hours of coursework in mathematics below the 5000 level, and at most 12 hours of 4000-level coursework in total. No courses below 4000 level can be applied to the degree.
7. A total of 32 hours, of which 12 hours must be at the 5000 level or higher in the mathematics department. A thesis is not required, but is an option for a maximum of two hours credit.
Each student will pass a comprehensive examination over material to be determined by the student’s committee.
M.S. OPTION FOR MATHEMATICS TEACHERS
This program differs from the above M.S. degree in the following ways:
1. The entering student should be a certified or prospective teacher of secondary mathematics.
2. Up to six hours of work taken in residence, which is needed to make up any deficiencies the student may have, may be included in the student’s graduate program.
3. Course requirement (5) for the M.S. degree is replaced by the following requirement: the student’s program will include at least three hours of directed reading/independent study in mathematics education (a maximum of nine hours in education may be counted in the degree program).
DUAL MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/ MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREES
The Master of Business Administration/Master of Science degree in mathematics program is available for those students who wish advanced training in both fields of study. The combined degree program consists of fewer hours than the total number normally required for the two degrees taken separately. See graduate section of this catalog for a description of this dual degree option.
Doctoral Programs
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
In order to be admitted to the Ph.D. program in mathematics, a student should first have completed a master’s degree or equivalent. A total of at least 90 hours of graduate-level work is required for this degree, of which two hours may be master’s thesis (5980) or special problems (5990). A student who desires to study for the doctorate must pass a qualifying examination. A syllabus of the material covered by the examination is available in the departmental office. The examination may be repeated only once. This examination covers the first-year graduate sequences in algebra, analysis, and topology. An incoming graduate student with a master’s degree is required to take the qualifying examination not later than the second semester in residence. After the qualifying examination and after an agreement has been reached with a thesis adviser, the student then requests an advisory conference to determine a program in the area of interest.
The 90-hour program for the degree must include the following sequences of mathematics courses numbered above 5000:
1. A sequence of 12 hours (including seminars) in one of the major areas of mathematics;
2. Sequences of six hours in each of three other areas;
3. A thesis representing an original contribution to mathematical knowledge.
The candidate chooses the sequences in consultation with his/her Advisory Committee, which is responsible for determining the scope and character of the program of study.
The student will normally participate in seminars and colloquia in addition to the coursework.
Reading proficiency in two foreign languages is required.
Ph.D. — Option in Undergraduate Mathematics Curriculum and Pedagogy Research
A student who desires to study for this option of the mathematics doctorate must pass the qualifying review at a level appropriate for this option as determined by the Graduate Committee in consideration of the student’s record and qualifying examination performance.
A total of at least 90 hours of graduate-level work is required for this degree. The program must include the following:
1. An approved combination of 15 hours of reading, seminar and other mathematics courses numbered above 5000 in research in mathematics curriculum and pedagogy.
2. Approved sequences of six hours of courses numbered 5000 or above in each of two areas of mathematics, excluding courses used for the master’s degree.
3. An approved combination of no less than 18 hours of relevant courses above the 5000-level inside or outside the department to provide the necessary tools for research in undergraduate mathematics curriculum and pedagogy.
4. A thesis representing an original contribution to research in undergraduate mathematics curriculum and pedagogy. The program will include at most 15 hours of MATH 6980, Dissertation Research.
The candidate chooses the sequences in consultation with his/her Advisory Committee, which is responsible for determining the scope and character of the program of study. The 18 hours of research tool courses required above replace the foreign language requirement for this option of the mathematics doctoral program. Students will normally participate in seminars and colloquia in addition to coursework.
Support
Extensive support is available for students enrolled in a graduate program in Mathematics. The department has a limited number of fellowships available; all students are automatically considered for these fellowships.
Although both teaching and research assistantships are available, incoming students are generally considered only for graduate teaching assistant appointments.
Application materials are available from the Director of Graduate Studies, Department of Mathematics, University of Oklahoma. Applications for support are accepted at any time; however, the majority of offers are extended from March to June of each year. Students desiring support in the fall terms should have completed applications sent to the Department of Mathematics by June 1st (March 1st for students applying outside the USA).
A student for who English is not a native language must submit the TSE to be considered for a teaching appointment.
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Luis Cortest, Professor of Modern Languages, Literatures and Linguistics, Adviser
780 Van Vleet Oval, Room 202
Norman, OK 73019-2032
Phone: (405) 325-4465
FAX: (405) 325-0103
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cmrs/
e-mail: lcortest@ou.edu
Minor
The undergraduate minor in Medieval and Renaissance Studies is an attractive opportunity for students who wish to gain further understanding of medieval and Renaissance culture beyond the traditional disciplinary parameters. Fascinating in their diversity, medieval and Renaissance arts, literature, history, science, and philosophy offer rich material for study in their own right and also reveal the foundations upon which the achievements of subsequent periods were built.
The minor consists of 18 hours, including nine at the upper-division level. Six hours must be completed in each of the three core areas from courses listed below (excluding courses in the major department). No more than three of the 18 hours may be independent study. MRS courses may substitute in any area where appropriate and as approved by the MRS advisor. No major in Medieval and Renaissance Studies is offered; students wishing to concentrate on these areas of study are best served by majoring in another humanities discipline while pursuing a Medieval and Renaissance Studies minor.
I. History and Philosophy
History: 1113, 1223, 2683, 3060 (topics in Medieval History), 3113, 3133, 3143, 3323, 3363, 5300 (Directed Readings in Medieval History).
History of Science: 3013, 3453,3823.
Philosophy: 3313, 3423, 5313.
II. History of the Arts
Art History: 4233, 4243, 5990 (Special Studies: Medieval/Renaissance).
Drama: 3713.
Music History: 2313, 4970 (Undergraduate Seminar: Medieval/ Renaissance), 5523, 5543.
III. Literature
English: 2513, 2543, 3513, 3523, 3533, 4133, 4413, 4513, 4523, 4533, 4543, 4553, 5523, 5533, 5543.
French: 4153, 5313, 5323, 5603, 5613.
German: 4313, 4603, 5113.
Spanish: 4153, 5203, 5333, 5713.
Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics: ML&L/English 3573, ML&L 3000 (Literature in Translation: Medieval/Renaissance).
Medieval and Renaissance Studies (MRS): 3013 (Medieval Literature in Translation); 3903 (Seminar in Medieval Culture), 3990 (Independent Study), 4013 (Materials and Methods), 4903 (Seminar in Medieval Culture), 4990 (Independent Study).
Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Helga Madland, Chair
Joseph Sullivan, Graduate Liaison
Kaufman Hall, Room 202
Norman, OK 73019
Phone: (405) 325-6181
FAX: (405) 325-0103
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/modlang/
e-mail: modlang@ou.edu or,
graduate information: mlllgradinfo@ou.edu
Faculty Roster
Professors Genova, Karriker, Lauer, Madland; Associate Professors Boggs, Cortest, Ferreira, Gui, Huseman, Lantelme, Schutjer, Yu; Assistant Professors Abramson, Alhawary, Baer, Bell, Fukushima, Haag, E. Johnson, Long, Sullivan, Whalen, Winston, Wray.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. Please refer to the Graduate College section of this catalog for general information on graduate programs.
General Information
The main goal of the department is to enable students to speak, understand, read and write a foreign language. The department also strives to impart to the students an understanding of the culture or cultures in which that language is spoken, its history, and its present situation. In the literature courses, more than improved reading skills are sought; studying the literature of a foreign language brings together all of the skills the students have learned, opens to discussion a wide variety of topics, and provides a great source of knowledge. The department does not deal solely with the matter of preparing students for certain careers; the faculty believes in providing a more complete education and better understanding of life for every individual. Faculty advisers are available in each language to provide educational guidance according to students’ interests and goals.
Programs for Academic Excellence
Students are encouraged to study abroad as an enhancement to their degree programs. The department organizes a summer program in Puebla, Mexico. Summer or semester and year-long exchange programs in South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa are available to all students.
Special Facilities
The Modern Languages Learning Center is a state-of-the-art computer facility that provides students a wealth of resources for studying and learning modern languages. The Learning Center boasts a large library of digitized listening files, Web activities, language-learning software, and video/DVD materials. Listening materials and Web activities are available to students in the Learning Center and via the remote connection to the Internet.
Careers
The study of languages and literatures combines preparation for a career with a more sophisticated understanding of the world. Students who develop an awareness of languages and literatures are able not only to understand the world better but also to contribute more to society. Although teaching languages and literatures is a popular and satisfying career option, some language majors serve their country in the Diplomatic Corps, while others enter the private sector and a wide variety of business fields.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Graduate assistantships are available through the department. All graduate assistants are required to enroll in ML&L 4813 during their first semester. In addition, graduate assistants are required to enroll in a minimum of six credit hours of graduate-level courses per semester. For information on scholarships, students should contact the department.
Undergraduate Study
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
The department offers the Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in French, German, Russian, Spanish and Linguistics. Beginning language courses do not count toward the major. In the second year, students focus on improving the basic skills of speaking, understanding, reading, and writing while gaining some exposure to the culture and the literature of the language. The third year generally focuses on improving conversation skills and pronunciation, acquiring a stronger understanding of the grammatical rules of the language, and reading a limited number of complete literary works. In the senior year, majors study civilization and literature from its origins to the modern era.
COURSE PLACEMENT
Students who have completed two or more years of high school foreign language and who wish to continue their foreign language study at the University will be placed in appropriate courses based on their scores in the placement exam. University credit may not be earned in courses for which the exit proficiency level is below the students’ placement test scores. Students may, if they wish, audit such courses. (Students who have not completed the normal two-year high school language sequence should enroll in 1115. Those who wish to demonstrate higher proficiency should consult the placement adviser of the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Linguistics). Students have the right to appeal their course placement.
Placement examinations are administered during pre-enrollment periods as well as during regular enrollment periods. The examination is also given during the pre-enrollment period in the summer for new students planning to enroll in the University in the fall. Students should check with the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics concerning the specific place and dates on which such examinations will be given.
For departmental purposes, the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics defines a native speaker of a language as any individual who has been raised in a family and a society where this language is habitually used for everyday communication and is the language of instruction in the student’s school system.
To satisfy the General Education language requirement, native speakers must obtain a waiver of language requirement form from the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics and take an appropriate test.
A native speaker may not enroll in any undergraduate skills course in his or her native language, with the single exception of the course in Advanced Composition 3423, but may earn credit by advanced standing exams. Undergraduate skills courses include all courses in which the primary goal is language usage, i.e., all elementary and intermediate courses, and all composition, conversation and phonetics courses. However, this does not preclude native speakers from earning credit by advanced standing exams.
If a student seeks a teaching certificate with a major in his or her native language, the student must complete the advanced composition course, as well as all literature and civilization courses or equivalent required for the major. If additional hours are needed in order to meet the 35 hour certification requirement for a language major, the student may apply for retroactive credit for as many hours of skills courses as are needed to meet that requirement, provided that a grade of B or higher was earned in Advanced Composition. Such hours are entered on the student’s transcript, but under no circumstances may they count toward any MLLL degree program at the University of Oklahoma.
Major Requirements
MODERN LANGUAGES
An elementary knowledge of another modern or classical language is required of French, German, and Spanish majors. Russian majors must fulfill the requirement with a modern language. In addition, Russian and German majors have the option to substitute three MLLL courses on at the 3000-level for the second language requirement. For Russian, the MLLL courses are in addition to MLLL courses required for the major.
The following courses in French, German, Russian and Spanish may not be counted as major work: 1013 and 1023; 1115 and 1225; German 2523; and all LING prefix courses.
The following courses are required for major students: 2113, 2133, 2223, 2243, 3083, 3423, 3853, 4153, 4163, 4313, 4323, 4993; one course in French taken at the 3000-level or above, to be approved by adviser; and a course in modern European history.
All major students are required to take 2113, 2123, 2223, 2323, 3423, 3853, 4313, 4323, 4333; one of the following: 3523, 3623 or 3723; plus three courses at the 4000/5000 level to be selected by the student; and a course in modern European history.
All major students are required to take the following courses: 2113, 2223, 3323, 3073, 3423, 3523, 3533, 4173, 4183, 4613. Students must also take two additional courses in Russian literature or culture: MLLL 3123, 3133, 3143, or another appropriate course with approval of the Russian adviser.
Major support requirements: three hours of History 2803, 3770, 3793, 3803, 3813, or any equivalent approved by the Russian adviser.
All major students are required to take the following courses: 2113, 2223, 3073, 3423, 3853, 4093, 4103, 4153, 4163, 4183, 4313, 4323; and a course in the history of Spanish America or Spain.
Students majoring in a modern foreign language also may work toward a standard secondary teaching certificate in foreign language. Information concerning teaching certificate programs will be found in this catalog under the College of Education.
All students must complete 36 hours in the major. The following courses are required: LING 2303, 3033, 3053, 3353, 4983, PHIL 1113, 4133, and either LING 4313 or ENGL 4133. Additionally, students must choose four courses from the following: LING 3043, 4333, 4053, 4363, 4550, ANTH 3063, PHIL 4533, 4543, 5143.
In addition, students must demonstrate significant experience in foreign language study, according to the following criteria:
For students who are native English speakers, the foreign language support requirement may be met either by obtaining a major or minor in a foreign language; or by two years of college instruction in one foreign language plus one year of college instruction in a second foreign language. For students who are native speakers of a language other than English and for whom English is a foreign language, the requirement will be met by proficiency in the native language as demonstrated by testing out at the third-year level (equivalent to the minor) with guidance by the departmental adviser; or satisfaction of the College of Arts and Sciences foreign language requirement in a language other than the native language.
Minor Requirements
Students majoring in other subjects may elect to minor in one of the modern languages listed below or in linguistics. The requirements are:
ADMISSION
The application for admission to the graduate program must be submitted to the Graduate College, along with transcripts and other required documents. The Graduate Dean reaches a decision based on the recommendation of the department.
Requirements for admission to full graduate standing in the department are as follows:
1. A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in French, German or Spanish or equivalent hours in the major.
2. A 3.00 grade point average in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
3. Three letters of recommendation.
4. A narrative statement of intent in the language concerned, in which are described the applicant’s accomplishments and plans for the future.
Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in another field and a 3.00 grade point average may be admitted to the graduate program in the field they choose, provided they fulfill the undergraduate requirements for a B.A. in that field after enrollment. Applicants who hold a B.A. in French, German or Spanish but do not have the requisite 3.00 grade point average may be admitted on probation for one semester, provided they have at least a 2.75 grade point average.
A placement examination is mandatory for all students seeking admission to the graduate program.
Applicants who have not fulfilled the following undergraduate requirements must do so in the course of their graduate program:
1. Two semesters or ten hours of another modern or classical language, or students may demonstrate reading competency by taking a departmental graduate reading exam.
2. One college-level course in European history (or Spanish or Latin American history for Spanish).
Master of Arts Degree
M. A. degrees in French, German, and Spanish are offered in both a thesis and a non-thesis program.
NON-THESIS — Students in the non-thesis program must complete 32 hours of acceptable graduate-level coursework (including the courses specifically required) and receive a passing grade on the final comprehensive examination.
THESIS — Requirements for the thesis in Spanish are 26 hours of acceptable graduate-level coursework, a thesis for which a maximum of four (4) credit hours is granted, and a final comprehensive examination. Requirements for the thesis in French and German are 24 hours of acceptable graduate-level coursework, a thesis for which a maximum of six (6) credit hours is granted, and a final comprehensive examination.
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION
Students enrolled in the thesis and non-thesis programs take the same M.A. comprehensive examination. Students are urged to take the examination in the fourth semester of graduate study.
The comprehensive examination is a written examination which is scheduled for the 12th and 13th week in each semester. It is based on courses taken by the student and books on the reading list. The entire major field is covered; work in the minor field is excluded.
Students who fail the examination in whole or in part may repeat it (or the failed portion) only once during the regularly scheduled period.
The department notifies candidates and the Graduate College of the examination results. Candidates for the non-thesis degree who have completed all course requirements and the comprehensive examination file the report of the final examination with the Graduate College.
Students are responsible for complying with Graduate College regulations concerning applications for graduation and payment of fees. When all procedures have been completed, the student’s name is placed on the graduation list for the next commencement and the degree is awarded as of that date.
MASTER OF ARTS/MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Linguistics and the College of Business Administration offer a course of study leading to both the Master of Business Administration and the Master of Arts degree with a major in either French, German or Spanish.
The increasing internationalization of business is creating a need for managers and executives with a sensitivity to cultural factors and working knowledge of a second language. The M.B.A./M.A. with a major in French, German, or Spanish will graduate students who can function effectively in the international business environment. The M.B.A./M.A. degree in French, German or Spanish is designed to allow students to pursue a combined degree program consisting of fewer hours than the total number normally required for the two degrees taken separately.
The program is structured so as to be accessible to individuals with backgrounds in French, German or Spanish. Those without proficiency in the relevant language would be expected to enroll in preparatory study. The program of study would be identical to pursuing the programs separately except nine credit hours of each program would also be counted toward the other program’s requirements. The dual program varies in length between 57 and 68 graduate credit hours. Students must be accepted by both units for this dual degree program, but this does not preclude students already in one degree program from applying to the other at a later date. Students dropping out of one of the degree programs may continue to pursue the degree in the remaining program. Students must complete the requirements for the dual program in the same academic session. Students completing the dual program will be awarded the M.B.A. and the M.A. in the same academic session.
Admission, retention, and degree requirements are maintained by the separate academic units. Individuals interested in the M.B.A./M.A. degree in French, German or Spanish should contact both academic units. Admission recommendations are made by both academic units separately based on the admission requirements of the respective units.
Doctor of Philosophy
Doctoral degrees with the following emphases are offered:
1. Romance language, consisting of a French major and Spanish minor or a Spanish major and French minor.
2. French, with a minor in a related field in the humanities or in education.
3. Spanish, with a minor in a related field in the humanities or in education.
NOTE: Only graduate-level courses (4000-/5000-level) are applicable toward the major and the minor.
The total number of hours required for the Ph.D. is 90 hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, including credit earned for the M.A., if applicable to the Ph.D. program. The Romance language emphasis requires 45 hours of coursework in the major field and 25 hours in the minor field. One course in the history of romance languages is required. The Ph.D. degrees in French and Spanish require 61 hours of coursework in the major and 9 hours in the minor.
Prerequisites for the Ph.D. degree in French and Spanish include the following:
1. Master’s degree in the relevant literature or equivalent.
2. Three letters of recommendation.
3. 3.50 (on a 4.00 scale) on all graduate coursework presented on accompanying transcripts.
4. Students must demonstrate reading competency in a second language. In order to do so, they may take the departmental graduate reading exam or complete four semesters in another language.
5. Application must be completed by April 1 for consideration for admission in the fall semester, and by October 1 for the spring semester.
6. The application must include a narrative statement of intent written in the target language. It must describe the applicant’s accomplishments and plans for the future.
7. All students will be required to take a placement examination before enrolling in graduate-level courses.
In addition, the Romance language emphasis requires 10 hours of Latin as a prerequisite.
Students entering the program are encouraged to show evidence of residence in a French- or Spanish-speaking country. A reading knowledge of a second language, for which an examination is administered by the department, is required for the Ph.D. degree in French or Spanish.
All students will be required to take a placement examination before enrolling in graduate-level courses.
Ph.D. GENERAL EXAMINATION
The Ph.D. general examination is normally given during the twelfth week of the semester as follows:
1. Examination in the area of specialization within the major: three (3) hours;
2. All other examinations in the major and minor fields: two (2) hours each. The examination in a minor field outside the department may take place during the regularly scheduled oral examination.
The oral examination is scheduled within two weeks after the last written examination. Students are required to present a prospectus of their dissertation at the oral examination (see dissertation below). No Ph.D. examinations, whether written or oral, may be scheduled during University finals week.
The general examination covers the entire major field and courses taken for the minor field. The Ph.D. committee is responsible for preparing the examination questions or for asking other graduate faculty to prepare questions in their specific area of specialization. The Ph.D. committee grades all portions of the examination.
In the case of inadequate results of the examination, two minor areas of the examination may be retaken . Failure in the area of specialization within the major and/or in more than two minor areas requires the retaking of the entire examination.
Upon successful completion of the Ph.D. general examination, students who do not hold an M.A. degree in their major field may be awarded one by making application and paying the required fees.
Ph.D. DISSERTATION
Students in the Ph.D. program are urged to choose a topic for their dissertation as early as possible. A dissertation prospectus (five pages minimum plus selected bibliography) is required at the time of the oral examination.
Candidates conducting research or writing their dissertations enroll in dissertation hours (French or Spanish 6980). Following the initial enrollment, a student must maintain continuous enrollment during each regular semester (summers excepted) in at least two (2) hours of 6980 until the degree is completed or the candidacy discontinued. Exceptions will be made for military service. However, enrollment in 6980 is mandatory in any semester or summer session during which the student is actually doing dissertation work regardless of other hours of enrollment.
Candidates must comply with graduate college regulations in applying for graduation and payment of fees. When all requirements have been fulfilled and all University procedures completed, the candidate’s name is placed on the list for the following commencement, and the degree is awarded as of that date.
Clara Sue Kidwell, Director
Barbara Hobson, Assistant Director
Jerry Bread, Outreach Coordinator
Ellison Hall, Room 216
Norman, OK 73019-3119
Phone: (405) 325-2312
FAX: (405) 325-0842
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/nas/
Undergraduate Study
Bachelor of Arts
The Native American Studies Program at the University of Oklahoma is designed to provide students with basic skills in reading, writing, and analytical thinking and an understanding of cultural diversity through comparison of Native American and other cultural values and issues. The curriculum gives students a basic understanding of American history and the role that Native Americans have played in it; an understanding of contemporary social and political issues that affect Native American communities; an appreciation of the importance of art, music, and dance in Native American life; training with community-based programs that will prepare graduates to assume positions in government, education, social services, and tribal programs; and learning skills that will enable graduates to enter academic or professional programs at the graduate level.
The major is an interdisciplinary degree offered in the College of Arts and Sciences. Students will take a core of courses offered by NAS faculty and select from courses in several departments, including anthropology, English, history, music, fine arts, communications, and geography. Students will also have the opportunity to take one of a number of native languages that the University offers.
The major requires a minimum of 36 hours, including 21 at the upper-division level. The course requirements are as follows:
Core Requirements (24 hours)
ANTH 2613, Native Peoples of North America
ENGL 2733, American Indian Literature: Early and Traditional; or 2743, American Indian Literature: Modern and Contemporary
HIST 3633, The American Indian to 1870, or 3643, The American Indian: 1870–present
One course from the following: MUNM 3213, Native American Music; A HI 4803, Prehistoric American Indian Art History; A HI 4813, American Indian Art History 1842–1892; A HI 4823, 20th Century American Indian Art History; ARTC/NAS 4693, Native American Artists; ARTC/NAS 4893, Contemporary Native American Artists II; NAS 3333, Native American Film.
In addition, 12 semester hours not used toward the major core area must be completed from the following list for major support:
Majors must meet the College of Arts and Sciences language requirement by studying a native language. The language courses are crosslisted as ANTH 1713, 1723, and 2733 or as NAS 1713, 1723, and 2733.
Departmental 4990 courses will apply as approved by the director of the degree program. A maximum of six of these hours will apply. Open topics courses such as Communication 3810, NAS 3693, and History 3430 will be limited to six hours.
The undergraduate Native American Studies minor requires a minimum of 15 hours of courses acceptable for major credit, including nine upper-division hours. The following specific requirements must be met; one course from each of the following four groups:
1. ENGL 2733, 2743, 3013, 4343.
2. ANTH 2613; HIST 1543, 3633, 3643.
3. NAS 4803, 4913, 4933; ANTH 3453.
4. A HI 4803, 4813, 4823, 4833; MUNM 3213; ARTC/NAS 4693.
Students will select one additional course from the following: ANTH 1613; 3503; 4653; 4663; 4673; 4693; 4813; A HI 3803; COMM 2313; ENGL 3253; 3353 4343; GEOG 4563; NAS 3113; 4913; 4933.
Graduate Study
Master of Arts
The master’s degree in Native American Studies is designed to allow students to expand their knowledge of American Indian cultures and strengthen their skills in writing, critical analysis of arguments and problem solving. The curriculum focuses on the study of American Indian culture, history, arts and contemporary policy issues. By bringing several disciplinary approaches to bear on a particular group of people, it allows students to deal with multiple perspectives on issues such as tribal identity, aesthetics, cross-cultural communication and conflict, and formation of federal policy.
The program has the flexibility to meet the needs of graduating seniors who wish to pursue graduate work leading toward doctoral study and careers in college teaching, employees of American Indian tribes and government agencies who want to further their careers, K-12 teachers who need graduate work to maintain certification, and individuals who are simply seeking to increase their knowledge of and skills in interpreting American Indian cultures and concerns.
The master of arts degree in Native American Studies requires a minimum of 30 hours of coursework, including seminars in history, English, anthropology, art criticism, and ethnomusicology; two courses chosen in consultation with the student's graduate adviser, which may be regularly scheduled seminars or directed readings; a one-hour seminar on thesis writing; and research for the thesis.
Hugh Benson, Chair
Linda Zagzebski, Graduate Liaison
Zev Trachtenberg, Undergraduate Liaison
Dale Hall Tower, Room 605
Norman, OK 73019-2006
Phone: (405) 325-6324
FAX: (405) 325-2660
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/ouphil/
Faculty Roster
Professors Benson, Cook, Elugardo, Merrill, Morton, Sankowski, Swoyer, Zagzebski; Associate Professors Badhwar, Hawthorne, Riggs, Trachtenberg; Assistant Professors Ellis.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. For additional information on graduate programs, individual documents detailing each graduate program are available from the Graduate College and their website at http://gradweb.ou.edu/. This information is updated yearly and should be referred to for requirements of each graduate program.
General Information
The department offers broad training in the major fields of philosophy, with particular strengths in ethics, the history of ancient and modern philosophy, logic, metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of religion, philosophy of language, philosophy of mind, and political philosophy. A low graduate student/faculty ratio ensures individual attention for all graduate students. In addition to a wide range of courses, the department provides a rich and lively philosophical environment, with a good deal of informal interaction between faculty and students supplementing coursework and related activities. Additional information can be found on the department home page (address listed above).
Programs for Academic Excellence
Kingfisher College, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, discontinued giving instruction in 1927. An agreement with the trustees of the college provided for transferring a part of the library of the college to the University , for administering the Kingfisher College records for each graduate of Kingfisher College, recognizing the merits of the degree held by each, and inviting the holder to become associated with the alumni of the University.
In 1951 the trustees of the college and the regents of the University jointly established a chair in the Department of Philosophy named Kingfisher College Professor of Philosophy of Religion and Ethics. Since its origin this chair has been expanded into an operative section of the Department of Philosophy.
The basic purpose of studies in philosophy of religion and ethics is to give responsible instruction and orientation to undergraduates in the area of moral and spiritual values, and to clarify the relation of religion to other areas of human experience, especially science. To accomplish this end, undergraduate courses in ethics, philosophy of religion and philosophy of science are offered. However, the Kingfisher College program also has the important, though not central, role of fostering graduate study (on both the M.A. and Ph.D. levels) in philosophy of religion and ethics. A notable library collection is provided as part of this program: the Kingfisher College Collection in Philosophy of Religion and Ethics.
Undergraduate Study
Bachelor of Arts Degree
Undergraduate studies in philosophy are valuable for students who want a broad background for a variety of disciplines and intellectual pursuits. Students planning a career in college teaching, law, medicine or the ministry will find these studies especially useful. Two majors are offered: philosophy, and ethics and religion.
The philosophy major is an excellent preparation for professional graduate schools like business, medicine, and law, and for philosophy graduate programs. It is also ideal as a second major in conjunction with fields like physics, psychology, economics, political science, or literature. But perhaps most importantly, the philosophy major fosters curiosity about oneself and the rest of the world. Knowing what others have thought and why they thought it opens up many alternatives for one to consider. It also gives one an informed basis for arriving at one’s own conclusions about one’s own beliefs and values. A student of philosophy becomes a critical thinker — sharpening one’s ability to reason clearly and correctly concerning important and fundamental issues.
Undergraduate philosophy majors are required to complete 30 hours in the field, including the following courses: 3253 or 4293, 3313, 3333, 4133, 4513 or 4523, and 4893. A maximum of nine hours of lower-division courses may be used to satisfy major requirements. Philosophy 4893 (Senior Capstone in Philosophy) is required of all majors. Students must pass 4893 with a grade of C or better to receive credit.
The ethics and religion program is offered in recognition of the significance of studies in ethics and religion to the development of informed and sensitive students. The program serves a serious and widespread interest among students and the University’s larger community.
In order to provide the desired variety of courses, this major is offered as a Planned Program. Courses are drawn chiefly from Philosophy, but also from the Departments of Anthropology, Classics, English, History, Political Science Sociology, and the Religious Studies program. In addition to coursework, this program is enriched by the Bizzell Bible Collection of more than 700 items (some of the finest in the world) and a notable collection of monographs and journals dealing with social, ethical and religious themes.
Ethics and religion majors are required to complete at least 30 hours in the field, including 2403, 3253, 4893, and any three of the following: 1203, 3293, 3313, 3333, 3423, 3433, 3443, 3713, and 4293. A minimum of 15 hours of upper-division courses must be used to satisfy major requirements. Philosophy 4893 (Senior Capstone in Philosophy) is required of all majors. Students must pass 4893 with a grade of C or better to receive credit.
Ethics and religion majors may choose, as their electives, a minimum of 12 hours of coursework from other disciplines related to studies in ethics and religion or from other philosophy courses. Appropriate courses shall be determined for the student in consultation with the student’s adviser.
The minor requires at least 18 hours of philosophy, nine of which must be upper division, including Philosophy 1103 or 1113; 3313 or 3333; and a course from one of the following areas: aesthetics, ethics, philosophy of religion, social and political philosophy. Students with special interests should consult one of the undergraduate advisers.
COURSES FOR NON-MAJORS
Most students who take philosophy courses are not philosophy majors. At least some of the topics covered by the various courses in philosophy— e.g., moral, legal, aesthetic and religious values, logic, the theory of knowledge and the history of human thought on these subjects—are bound to be of interest to most college students. Nonmajors are welcome in any course for which they have the appropriate prerequisites. Consult the course listings in this catalog for information on prerequisites for courses above 3000.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
Applicants must satisfy the general requirements of the Graduate College, to which application should be made initially. The department also requires the following:
1. Brief statement of purpose;
2. Scores on the GRE verbal, quantitative, and analytic examinations;
3. Three letters of recommendation (preferably, though not necessarily, from teachers familiar with the student’s work);
4. A writing sample (e.g., an undergraduate essay), and
5. A minimum TOEFL score of 575 (if administered in written format) or 233 (if administered on computer) for all applicants for whom English is a foreign language.
Applicants may be recommended for admission into the M.A. program or directly into the Ph.D. program at the discretion of the department, but new students typically enter the M.A. program. Those students admitted into the M.A. program may apply for admission into the Ph.D. program upon completion of the M.A.
PREREQUISITES FOR FULL GRADUATE STANDING
It is normally expected that entering graduate students will have completed undergraduate work in logic and in the history of philosophy (ancient and modern). Students with a deficiency in one or more of these areas may be required to complete the appropriate undergraduate course(s) or to establish competency by special examination.
Master of Arts Degree
THESIS PROGRAM
Requires a minimum of 30 hours of graduate work, up to four of which may be thesis research. Symbolic Logic I (or equivalent) is required. (Required courses must be passed with a grade of B or better.) With approval of the graduate adviser, up to eight hours may be taken outside the department. After deciding on the thesis topic in consultation with the graduate adviser, the student should begin work on the thesis well in advance of the time he or she expects to receive the degree. Additional details are available from the department.
NONTHESIS PROGRAM
Requires a minimum of 36 hours of graduate work (including Symbolic Logic I and a graduate course in the history of philosophy) plus a written examination. All required courses must be passed with a grade of B or better. With approval of the graduate adviser, up to eight hours may be taken outside the department. Additional details are available from the department.
Doctor of Philosophy Degree
The Ph.D. requires a minimum of 90 hours of graduate work, of which a maximum of 30 hours may be dissertation research. Symbolic Logic II, nine hours of history of philosophy (at least three in ancient and three in modern), nine hours of metaphysics and/or epistemology (at least three in metaphysics and three in epistemology), and nine hours of ethics (at least six in non-applied ethics) are required. All required courses must be passed with a grade of B or better. With approval of the advisory committee, up to 12 hours may be taken outside the department. Doctoral candidates should be thoroughly familiar with the general requirements of the Graduate College. Where it is deemed necessary, the advisory committee may require proficiency in one or more foreign languages. After successfully completing a general examination in the student’s special field, followed by an oral examination (for details, consult the department), the student will prepare and submit a dissertation, which is supervised by the student’s dissertation committee. For further details, see the section “Doctoral Dissertation” in the General Catalog.
Contact the department for a copy of the graduate syllabus, which provides detailed information on graduate programs in philosophy.
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Ryan Doezema, Chair
Kimball Milton, Graduate Liaison
Nielsen Hall, Room 131
Norman, OK 73019-0225
Phone: (405) 325-3961
FAX: (405) 325-7557
Internet: http://www.nhn.ou.edu/
e-mail: doezema@mail.nhn.ou.edu
Faculty Roster
Professors: Baron, Branch, Cowan, Doezema, Furneaux, Gutierrez, Henry, Kantowski, Milton, Morrison, Parker, Skubic, D. Watson; Associate Professors: Johnson, Mason, Mullen, Romanishin, S. Ryan, Santos, Shafer-Ray, Strauss; Assistant Professors: Abbott, Abraham, Bumm, Kao, Leighly, Shaffer, Wang.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. For additional information on graduate programs, individual documents detailing each graduate program are available from the Graduate College and their website at http://gradweb.ou.edu/. This information is updated yearly and should be referred to for graduate program requirements.
General Information
The Department of Physics and Astronomy has a long tradition of educating scientists, engineers and science teachers who have achieved distinguished careers as researchers and leaders in industry and education.
Innovative education programs have been an integral part of the department since its inception and are still its tradition. Examples include:
Our graduates include a former Science Advisor to the President of the U.S., who was previously director of NSF, one president of a state university, one U.S. ambassador, five founders of corporations, one famous Arctic explorer, the founder and first editor of the American Journal of Physics, three other journal editors, three inventors, seven research laboratory managers, seven department chairs, one Rhodes Scholar, two Guggenheim Fellows, 76 university professors, and more than 500 other people devoted to advancing knowledge and improving the quality of life.
Programs for Academic Excellence
Visiting professors, post-doctoral fellows and weekly colloquium speakers promote academic excellence within the department. Supported by state moneys and private endowment, the department plays host to a large number of visiting scientists each year. These persons bring the latest developments in their areas of interest to the attention of students and faculty, and their visits present opportunities to exchange scientific ideas.
The department is actively involved with the Honors College offering exceptional students the opportunity to do advanced study.
The Society of Physics Students (SPS) has an active chapter at the University with the department providing support for various activities, such as conference trips. Members also provide special tutoring sessions for beginning physics and astronomy courses.
Special Facilities and Programs
The Department of Physics and Astronomy possesses an excellent scientific library of about 20,000 volumes and more than 150 journal subscriptions. Ancillary library holdings include the world-famous History of Science Collection. A well-equipped and staffed in-house machine shop is provided for use by students.
Excellent computing facilities include an IBM RS/6000 server with 512 Mbytes of memory serving workstations running UNIX (this system is rapidly expanding). Over 40 workstations include SUN, DEC Alpha, and IBM RISC systems, and all computers are on a 100 Mbs Ethernet network. There are more than 250 Gbytes of disk space among these systems. The special software systems AIPS and IRAF for the reduction of astronomical data are available. The department also has an IBM SP2 supercomputer.
Some faculty and graduate students make use of supercomputer facilities at Los Alamos, and through the NSF supercomputer network to which we currently have direct access over the Physics network.
The department has well-equipped laboratories for research in atomic and molecular collisions, epitaxy, low-temperature solid state physics, materials characterization, and instrumentation in high-energy physics. In 2000, we were awarded a multimillion dollar NSF funded Materials Research Science and Engineering Center with the University of Arkansas. This center will greatly expand our research effort in nanostructures. Many programs make use of facilities at national laboratories, such as CLEO, Fermilab, and Los Alamos. The high-energy group is part of the DØ and ATLAS collaborations. Astronomical research requires use of national observatory facilities at Arecibo, VLA, Kitt Peak, Cerro Tololo and the Hubble Space Telescope. There is a small on-campus observatory for class use and public viewing.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The department offers a number of scholarships each year to students majoring in physics, astronomy, or engineering physics. The scholarships range from $600-$1,500 per academic year and are renewable. This helps the student to be in the mainstream of his or her professional interest while receiving financial assistance throughout the undergraduate years. Applications (consideration deadline March 15 for following fall) may be obtained from Undergraduate Programs-Physics, Nielsen Hall, Room 131, Norman, OK 73019-0225.
Teaching and research assistantships are offered on a competitive basis to graduate students. In 2001, for students with 12 month support, assistantships ranged from $15,000-$20,000 per year. Departmental applications for graduate study may be requested from: Graduate Programs-Physics, Nielsen Hall, Room 131, Norman, OK 73019-0225.
Undergraduate Study
INTRODUCTORY COURSES
Physics 1205 and 1215 form a basic sequence for physics, astrophysics and astronomy majors to be begun in the first semester of the freshman year. Physics 2514 and 2524 comprise a two-semester basic sequence intended for engineers and other physical science majors who need to satisfy a physics requirement. Physics 2414 and 2424 comprise a two-semester sequence for premedical, medical technology, life science and other majors needing a noncalculus introductory physics course.
Duplicate credit may not be received for 1114, 1205, 2414, 2514; for 1215, 2424, 2524; nor for Astronomy 1504 and 1514 . Physics 1114, 1302, 1453, and Astronomy 1504 may not be counted as major work.
PHYSICS DEGREES
The student whose major is physics may work for the professional degree of Bachelor of Science in Physics or for the standard degree of Bachelor of Science in the College of Arts and Sciences. The engineering physics program is an interdisciplinary degree program which combines the course offerings and research activities of the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the College of Engineering. The degree program is offered by the College of Engineering and detailed information concerning the program will be found in the College of Engineering section of this catalog.
To earn the professional degree the student must complete 45 hours of major work in physics, including the following courses: Physics 1205, 1215, 2064, 2302, 2312, 3054, 3113, 3183, 3302, 3312, 3803, 4153, 4300 (four hours), one of 4213, 4243, or 4813. Chemistry 1315, Mathematics 2443, 3413, 3423, and three additional hours of mathematics at the 3000 level or above are also required.
Physics 4183, 4803, and an astronomy course at or above the 3000 level are recommended.
To earn the standard degree the student must complete 37 hours in physics, including Physics 1205, 1215, 2064, 2302, 2312, 3054, 3113, 3183, 3302, 3803, and 4300 (4 hours). Chemistry 1315 and Mathematics 2443 and 3413 are also required.
ASTROPHYSICS DEGREE
Students whose major interest is the application of physics to modern astrophysics may work for the professional degree of Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics.
To earn this degree the student must complete 50 hours of major work in physics and astronomy. The following courses must be included: Physics 1205, 1215, 2064, 2302, 2312, 3054, 3113, 3183, 3302 or 3312, 3803, 4300 (four hours); and Astronomy 3103, 3113, 4303, and four hours credit in 4512. Chemistry 1315 and Mathematics 2443, 3413 are also required.
It is recommended that the student complete a course in astronomy at the 5000 level and at least one of the following courses: Physics 4153, 4183, 4213, and 4803.
ASTRONOMY DEGREE
The student whose major is astronomy may work for the standard degree of Bachelor of Science.
To earn this degree the student must complete 35 hours of major work in physics and astronomy. The following courses must be included: Physics 1205, 1215, 2064, 3054, 3113, 4300 (four hours); Astronomy 3103, 3113, 4512, and two elective hours in astronomy. Chemistry 1315 and Mathematics 2443, 3413 are also required.
ALL DEGREES
A grade of C or better must be earned in each required physics, astronomy and mathematics course. A course in the history of science is recommended for all degrees.
For purposes of applying the 48 hour rule (see general college regulations), physics and astronomy are considered to be separate departments except that no more than 72 credit hours in physics and astronomy combined may be counted toward the minimum 124 hours required for graduation.
More information on the physics, astrophysics, astronomy and engineering physics programs, including a complete semester-by-semester curriculum, may be obtained by writing or calling the Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019-2061, (405) 325-3961.
Minors are offered in physics and astronomy. The minor in physics requires Physics 1215*, 1215*, 2064, 3113, and one of Physics 3054, 3183 or 3803. Mathematics 3413 is also required. (*Physics 1205 and 1215 may be replaced by Physics 2514 and 2524, plus either Physics 1302, 2302, or 3302.)
The minor in astronomy requires Physics 1205*, 1215*, 2064, 3113, and Astronomy 3103, 3113, and 4512. Mathematics 2443 is also required. (*Physics 1205 and 1215 may be replaced by Physics 2514 and 2524).
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
Research areas available for both M.S. and Ph.D. degrees include astronomy, astrophysics, atomic molecular physics and chemical physics, condensed matter, high energy, and applied physics.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the general admission requirements of the Graduate College, a student must have completed the equivalent of the following courses to attain full graduate standing: Math 3113; Physics 3054, 3183, 3803, and 4153. The graduate selection committee will determine if these prerequisites have been satisfied.
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE
The department offers Master of Science programs with or without the thesis.* The thesis program requires the student to complete at least 30 hours of prescribed coursework and present a thesis detailing results of a research investigation. The nonthesis program requires the student to complete at least 32 hours of prescribed coursework and pass the department’s Qualifying Examination. This will serve as the comprehensive examination required by the Graduate College.
For the thesis program the student must complete at least 18 hours of physics and astronomy courses numbered 4000 or above. These hours must include two to four hours of Physics 5980. For the nonthesis program the student must complete at least 20 hours of physics and astronomy courses numbered 4000 or above. These 18 (or 20) hours may not include prerequisite courses Physics 4153, 4300, Astronomy 4303, or 4510.
The student must also complete at least 12 hours of other graduate coursework, which may include Physics 4153, 4300, Astronomy 4303, and 4510, or their equivalent.
* An MS with an emphasis in astronomy requires a thesis.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (ENGINEERING PHYSICS)
The Master of Science degree in engineering physics is offered as either a thesis or nonthesis program. The nonthesis program requires completion of 32 hours of graduate coursework (comprised of a minimum of 12 hours of physics and 12 hours of engineering courses), and the student must also pass the Qualifying Examination. The thesis program requires the completion of 30 hours of graduate coursework including a research thesis on some topic of applied science. Up to four credit hours of 5980 must be included. If the student’s research adviser is from the College of Engineering, a minimum of 12 hours of physics and nine hours of engineering courses is required; if the adviser is from the Department of Physics and Astronomy, a minimum of nine hours of physics courses and 12 hours of engineering courses is required.
All programs of graduate study must be approved by the Engineering Physics chair or a duly appointed representative. All students in engineering physics must complete at least one three-hour math course numbered 4000 or higher. (The student may not receive credit for any course that is equivalent to one required in the undergraduate engineering physics program.)
MASTER OF NATURAL SCIENCE DEGREE
Physics is one of the fields which may be used to meet the requirements of the degree of Master of Natural Science. The degree is designed for students interested in teaching science in the secondary schools. The details of this degree are described under Natural Science in this catalog. There are no detailed physics requirements.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE (PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY)
The Ph.D. program requires the student to complete at least 90 hours of coursework, take and pass the written Qualifying and General (Specialist) Examinations, and complete and successfully defend the results of original research as a dissertation.
The student must complete at least 90 hours of graduate coursework as follows: 36 hours or more of required physics and astronomy courses, which must include Physics 5013, 5153, 5163, 5393, 5403, 5573, and 5583.
In addition to the above 21 hours, students must complete at least 15 hours of other physics and astronomy courses numbered 5000 or above (excluding 6980, which may be included below). To complete the remaining 54 hours of required coursework the student may use any combination of coursework at or above the 4000 level in physics or astronomy, courses in other departments listed as acceptable for graduate credit, and dissertation credit hours (Physics 6980).
Additional course requirements that are appropriate to the student’s area of research specialization may be required by the Advisory Committee. In addition to an overall GPA of 3.00, candidates for the Ph.D. degree must receive a grade of B or better in the required core courses: 5013, 5153, 5163, 5393, 5403, 5573, 5583.
All Ph.D. students are required to take an appointment as a teaching assistant with a minimum of two semester contact hours for two semesters. This teaching practicum is independent of financial support by the department.
The Qualifying Examination will be given once each year during the week prior to the beginning of classes for the fall semester. The examination deals with four subjects (mechanics/statistical mechanics, electromagnetic theory, quantum mechanics, and modern physics or astrophysics). The modern physics exam is satisfied by passing three graduate courses, Physics 5213, 5243, and 5813 with a grade of B or better. The examination is constructed by a committee of faculty members. The student must have attempted all four parts of the Qualifying Exam by the end of his/her fourth semester. Every student will be given two opportunities to pass the examination.
After passing the Qualifying Examination and choosing a research adviser and an Advisory Committee, an advisory conference will be convened by the student. The Report of the Advisory Conference, to be approved and held by the Graduate College, sets the specific course requirements for each student’s degree program. In most cases the Advisory Committee becomes the doctoral committee.
The General Exam, which we call the Specialist Examination, is an oral and written presentation of a topic related to but not the same as the student’s dissertation subject. It also consists of an oral examination over the material in the presentation and related basic physics. This General Examination is normally not taken until the student has completed all required coursework and has chosen a research area.
The final requirement for the Ph.D. degree will be the doctoral dissertation, an original piece of research conducted personally by the student which constitutes a contribution to knowledge. The dissertation must be defended in a final oral examination.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (ENGINEERING PHYSICS)
Students who are interested in the engineering physics doctoral program should refer to the general requirements of the Graduate College and the College of Engineering. Every student will be assigned an advisory committee who will determine the specific requirements within the guidelines set by these colleges and the career study goals of the student.
The required physics core courses and the Qualifying and Specialist exams are the same as for physics.
Department of Political Science
Greg Russell, Chair
Aimee L. Franklin, Director of Graduate Programs
Dale Hall Tower, Room 205
Norman, OK 73019-2001
Phone: (405) 325-2061
FAX: (405) 325-0718
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/psc/
Faculty Roster
Professors Boren, Copeland, Gaddie, Hertzke, L. B. Hill, Perkins, Peters, Raadschelders, Sloan; Associate Professors R. H. Cox, Franklin, T. James, Maletz, D. Ray, L. Rosenthal, G. Russell; Assistant Professors Claibourn, de Nevers, Ellis, Givel, Grillot, Kawabata, Kenney, Krutz, R. Lucas, P. Martin, M. P. Smith, Szymanski, Tao, B. Taylor.
General Information
The Political Science Department is the academic home for faculty, staff members, undergraduate students, and graduate students who share a love of politics and a devotion to learning. The department offers two undergraduate degrees, one in political science and the other in public affairs and administration. Master’s degrees in both political science and public administration and the doctorate in political science are also offered.
The Political Science Department is among the most intellectually eclectic at the University of Oklahoma. Faculty and students pursue research and study in topics as varied as American politics, comparative politics and international relations, and public affairs and administration. Many faculty and students study such subjects as public policy, political theory, gender and politics, political communication, and political development. There are no orthodoxies, but instead an environment in which a diverse group of faculty and an even more diverse group of students pursue a multiplicity of paths to knowledge.
The department’s intellectual diversity is matched by (and is in part the product of) institutional creativity and flexibility. Affiliated with the department are the Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, the OU-POLL (Public Opinion Learning Laboratory), the Institute for Public Affairs, the International Programs Center, School of International and Area Studies, the Religious Studies Program, and Advanced Programs through the College of Continuing Education.
Programs for Academic Excellence
The Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, in cooperation with the Department of Political Science, sponsors a nationally competitive five-year specialized Ph.D. program. The program offers graduate students a dual perspective on the workings of Congress by affording them opportunities to study the institution both on-campus and in Washington, D.C. as a congressional staff member. The undergraduate research program of the Carl Albert Center provides unique opportunities for a select group of undergraduate students to work with faculty in collaborative research. The Carl Albert Center Congressional Archives contains the papers of more than 50 former members of Congress. These historical documents, manuscripts, audio/video tapes, and photographs are a valuable resource for primary research and have been utilized by political scientists and historians from across the country. In seeking to foster a wider understanding and appreciation of Congress through civic education programs, the Carl Albert Center sponsors the biennial Julian J. Rothbaum Distinguished Lecture in Representative Government, which is among the most distinguished lecture series of its kind and has resulted in a book series published by The University of Oklahoma Press. The Center also created a series of traveling exhibits on Congress that toured the state and were subsequently reproduced as poster sets for public schools and libraries. Twice each year the Center publishes a journal, Extensions, as a forum for discussion of representative government. The Center’s website is http://www.ou.edu/special/albertctr/.
Special Facilities and Programs
Over 30 years ago the faculty in the Department of Political Science created an innovative program for non-traditional graduate students in public administration. Public administration continues to offer courses in this unique “intensified format” and, in Oklahoma, the Master of Public Administration program can be completed at either the Norman campus, the Oklahoma Center for Continuing Education, the OU Health Sciences Center, or OU-Tulsa. In addition, the program is offered at military installations in Asia/Pacific, Oklahoma, Washington, D.C., and several other U.S. sites. The intensified format, in which classes are taught on two or three successive weekends or in one-week evening seminars, is especially useful for students who are fully employed and have difficulty leaving the workplace to attend a graduate program. Students admitted to the Master of Public Administration program can complete the degree with on-campus courses, weekend courses, or a combination of both. Additional information can be obtained by writing to Programs in Public Administration, Department of Political Science, 455 W. Lindsey St., Room 305, Norman, OK 73019-2001.
The University of Oklahoma Public Opinion Learning Laboratory (OU-POLL), a state-of-the-art survey research center, was created by President David Boren in 1999. OU-POLL specializes in public opinion research and the training of students in survey research techniques. It jointly sponsors the University of Oklahoma-Daily Oklahoman Political Poll. OU-POLL also conducts polls for various public, not-for-profit, and private organizations. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the OU-POLL, Coordinator of Program Development, 640 Parrington Oval, Room 301, Norman, Oklahoma 73019.
The Institute for Public Affairs, established in 1995, conducts applied research on public policy issues affecting Oklahoma. The Institute provides policy research and technical assistance, training and leadership development, and civic education for public sector and non-profit audiences. The Institute draws on the diverse backgrounds, interests, and expertise represented among the faculty throughout the University. Faculty associated with the Institute work in the areas of policy analysis and policy formulation, program design, program evaluation, and design and assessment of operating systems such as budgeting and personnel. Since its inception on October 1, 1995, the Institute has received funding for grants and contracts totaling $3.0 million. For more information, contact Dr. Thomas E. James, Director, 455 West Lindsey, Room 304, Norman, OK 73019-2002.
Student Organizations
Undergraduate and graduate students who qualify are invited to join Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honorary society. Other student organizations of interest to department majors are: College Republicans, Model United Nations, Oklahoma Intercollegiate Legislature, OU Pre-Law Club, Student Association for Public Administration, and Young Democrats.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The Political Science Department offers several scholarships and awards to both undergraduate and graduate students who qualify. The Benson Undergraduate Paper Award for the most outstanding undergraduate research paper confers a cash award to the recipient. The Joseph Crim Pray Award for the best paper written for a 2000-level “gateway” course in political science also confers a cash award. The June and Oliver Benson Memorial Scholarship, the Kelly Sullivan Memorial Scholarship, and the John Halvor Leek Memorial Scholarships are merit scholarships for Political Science and Public Administration majors at the junior level. The Allan Saxe Award is a scholarship based on both merit and need for Political Science and Public Administration majors at the junior level.
Graduate students can be considered for the John Halvor Leek Memorial Scholarships for graduate students. Students in the Master of Public Administration program are eligible for the Walter F. Scheffer Scholarship. Doctoral students’ writing and research can be nominated for the V. Stanley Vardys and David R. Morgan awards, which confer cash awards. The Ronald M. Peters Jr. award recognizes outstanding graduate teaching assistants. The Hugh MacNiven Award is given for the most outstanding research paper written by a student in the MPA program and confers a cash award. Graduate students can also apply for graduate assistantships in the department; these are primarily teaching assistantships.
The Carl Albert Center funds fellowships at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Students who are at least sophomores can apply for the undergraduate fellowships which offer students the opportunity to conduct collaborative research in politics and government with faculty members. The graduate fellowships are nationally competitive.
The Cortez A. M. Ewing Public Service Fellowships are 10-week Washington internships funded by the Ewing Foundation. Students receive travel and living expenses. Awards are made after a competition open to students from all fields and majors.
The College of Arts and Sciences awards Robert Dean Bass Memorial Scholarships to students in political science and economics who plan on careers in government. The College also awards the A.R. “Bert” Larason Public Service Scholarships to students in political science, social work, and journalism who plan on careers in public service.
Undergraduate Study
POLITICAL SCIENCE
The Political Science major requires 36 hours of major credit, excluding Political Science 1113, which is the prerequisite for all other courses in political science and may not be counted as major work. At least 15 hours must be in upper-division work.
All students must complete four 2000-level “gateway” courses and a capstone seminar. The four 2000-level courses must be completed prior to enrollment in the capstone seminar. A grade of C or better must be obtained in the capstone course.
Choosing the right courses and combination of courses is very important. The student should consult with the Political Science Department’s academic counselor as well as faculty members. Recommended free electives include courses in history and economics and any courses that stress proficiency in writing (English and foreign languages) and rigorous thinking (philosophy). Also recommended are courses in mathematics and statistics that will prepare students for advanced research techniques and data analysis. Ideally, a tentative program of coursework should be formulated at the beginning of the sophomore year in consultation with an adviser, with constant evaluation and re-evaluation of the program in subsequent semesters. Students interested in preparing for admission to a law school should consult Professor Emeritus Paul A. Tharp Jr., the department’s pre-law adviser.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND ADMINISTRATION
The Public Affairs and Administration major is an interdisciplinary program administered by the Department of Political Science. It is an ideal choice for those students interested in public service—both in the policy and the administrative arenas. All students must complete P SC 2013, 2173, 2223, eighteen hours in approved political science courses in public administration and public policy, three hours in American political institutions, and the capstone seminar. In addition, they must complete six hours of upper-division coursework from economics, accounting, management, or statistics from a list of approved courses, for a total of 39 hours. A minimum of 15 upper-division hours must be completed. Students must also complete Economics 1113 and 1123 as prerequisite coursework. These courses will not apply toward the 39 hours of major credit.
Students planning to be public administrators are encouraged to enroll in elective credit in history, sociology, communication, economics, foreign languages, computer science, and geography.
CAREERS
The study of political science and public administration is an excellent foundation for careers in law and law enforcement; government service at the national, state, and local levels, from federal agencies to city managers; politics, such as campaign management or lobbying or elective office; professional research for a “think tank;” labor relations; political journalism; teaching at the secondary and university levels; the diplomatic corps; management in the public and nonprofit sectors, in such areas as health care management and human resource management; consulting; international business; urban planning and development; business management; and policy analysis.
Students majoring in other subjects may minor in political science or public affairs and administration. The requirements for the minor in political science are at least 15 hours of political science, excluding Political Science 1113; at least nine of which must be upper-division work. The department’s academic counselor is available to students needing help in choosing appropriate courses.
Students may also minor in public affairs and administration. The requirements are at least 15 hours of upper-division political science chosen from a list of approved courses. Two upper-division courses in economics, Economics 3713, Governmental Relations to Business, and Economics 4353, Public Finance, may also apply toward the minor. Professor Glen Krutz can assist students in the selection of courses that best serve their academic or career interests.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
American government and politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public administration, and public policy.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to meeting the general admission requirements of the Graduate College, the student electing to work for degrees in political science should have, at a minimum, 15 undergraduate hours of political science and nine undergraduate hours of other social sciences, or 24 hours in political science. Those who do not meet this criterion are still eligible for admission but may be required to take additional hours in order to be prepared for work at the graduate level. Exact prerequisites will be determined after consultation with an adviser and assessment of the student’s preparation for graduate study.
For admission to the M.A. and Ph.D. programs, the department requires submission of three letters of recommendation, the scores of the general test of the Graduate Record Examination, and, for the Ph.D., a statement of approximately 1,000 words describing the applicant’s academic purpose, background and goals. A TOEFL score of 250 on the computer-based test or 600 on the paper-based test or more is required of all applicants for whom English is a second language. The admissions application, application fee, official transcripts, and if applicable, official TOEFL scores should be sent directly to the Office of Admissions.
In addition to the general admission requirements of the Graduate College, an applicant to the M.P.A. program must present a minimum of 15 undergraduate or graduate hours of credit in public administration, political science, management, or a related social science discipline. If an applicant lacks such hours, he or she may be required to take additional prerequisite coursework. Administrative or management experience may be used to satisfy or help offset the requirements for prerequisite courses. A TOEFL score of 600 or more is required of all applicants for whom English is a second language. For more complete information on programs in public administration and on admission requirements, write to: Programs in Public Administration, Department of Political Science, University of Oklahoma, 455 W. Lindsey St., Room 305, Norman, OK 73019-2001.
Complete admission requirements and a full description of the departmental programs and procedures can be obtained by writing to the Director of Graduate Studies, Department of Political Science, the University of Oklahoma, 455 West Lindsey St., Room 205, Norman, OK 73019-2001, or on the graduate program web site, www.ou.edu/cas/psc/gradprogcover.html.
Applications for admission to the M.A. and Ph.D. will be considered only three times each year, in March for summer and fall semester, in June for the fall semester, and in October for the spring term. Applications for the M.P.A. are considered on a continuous admissions process.
MASTER OF ARTS
The M.A. degree in political science provides excellent preparation for doctoral work for those in public non-profit, or private careers who find further professional development necessary. Advanced work in political science may also serve as enrichment for those who would simply like to know more about the workings of government and politics. The degree program provides a basic minimum of structure to ensure that participants will obtain the necessary groundwork in political science. Beyond the basic requirements, there is an opportunity for significant specialization in the fields of most interest to the student. The M.A. is a 36 credit hour degree and may be taken with a thesis or nonthesis option. The nonthesis option requires a final research paper. If desired, the M.A. program may be designed to encompass coursework taken in related departments or programs. All candidates for the degree must take P SC 5913, Introduction to Analysis of Political and Administrative Data, or an equivalent course.
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
The M.P.A. degree is designed to provide the student with an understanding and knowledge of government and its environment. As a professional program, emphasis is placed upon learning those administrative concepts, processes, and techniques that are associated with managing the public’s business. The academic base for the M.P.A. consists of required courses which include research methods, analysis, evaluation, and budgeting and area requirements in management, public policy, organizations, and American political process. The program integrates the theoretical with the practical dimensions of administration and encourages a broad academic and professional perspective. M.P.A. graduates typically enter the public or not-for- profit sectors, although many graduates have used the expertise gained in the program to enter and/or enhance careers in business and corporate enterprises. The M.P.A. program is a non-thesis program requiring 36 credit hours, a final comprehensive examination, and a final research paper.
A minimum of 24 credit hours must be offered in the public administration/ public policy area. The remaining credits may be taken in additional public administration core or cognate courses chosen from such related disciplines as accounting, business, economics, finance, geography, human relations, management, urban planning and sociology. Before taking credits other than those specifically listed as acceptable for the M.P.A. degree, students must contact Programs in Public Administration to determine the applicability of the credit to the degree. Their website address is www.ou.edu/cas/psc/pa/.
In addition to providing a basic foundation in public administration, the MPA program allows concentrations. By choosing elective courses and a research paper topic, students have the option of developing expertise in a specific subject. In the first semester of enrollment in the program, students must complete a one-hour introductory course in public administration. Course syllabus information for P SC 5960 is available through Programs in Public Administration. Students must complete a set of required courses including research methods and courses from representative areas of public administration such as organizations, management, public policy, and American political process. A minimum of three, up to a maximum of four credit hours in Political Science 5950, Research Problems, is required for the degree.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
The Ph.D. degree in political science is a program of highly advanced study and scholarship. Primarily oriented toward developing the capacity for scholarly research and writing, the degree has nevertheless been found useful by those in private or public careers who would like to supplement their work with a program of personal intellectual development. A minimum of 90 semester hours of coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree is required. Doctoral students must be prepared to take the General Examination in three fields of the discipline within five years of entering the graduate program (four years if entering with a master’s degree). In addition to the required three fields of specialization, each doctoral student must fulfill a research tool requirement. A research tool may include proficiency in selected foreign languages or a proficiency in quantitative and qualitative methods. A doctoral candidate is expected to complete the degree requirements within four years after passing the General Examination. Students in the Ph.D. program must meet certain requirements in developing research tools and in familiarizing themselves with the broad spectrum of the discipline. Beyond this minimum of required courses, however, a detailed program will be developed by the student and the doctoral advisory committee in order to pursue the student’s major interests, and to lay the groundwork for a doctoral dissertation.
Opportunities for specialized study and research are provided by programs affiliated with the department, including the Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center and the International Programs Center.
Jorge Mendoza, Chair
Robert Terry, Graduate Liaison
Dale Hall Tower, Room 705
Norman, OK 73019-2007
Phone: (405) 325-4511
FAX: (405) 325-4737
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/psychology/
Faculty Roster
Professors Devenport, Gilliland, Gronlund, Mendoza, Mergler, Mumford, Rodgers, Toothaker; Associate Professors Judice-Campbell, Murphy-Kelsey, Showers, R. Terry; Assistant Professors Bosson, Brown, Connelly, Cox-Fuenzalida, Day, Hahn, Kisamore, Steinheider.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. For additional information on graduate programs, individual documents detailing each graduate program are available from the Graduate College and their website at http://gradweb.ou.edu/. This information is updated yearly and should be referred to for graduate program requirements.
General Information
The Department of Psychology was founded in 1928. The primary emphasis of the department is on scientific psychology. At the present time, the department is focused on the areas of cognitive, social/personality, quantitative psychology, animal behavior, developmental, and industrial/organizational psychology.
The teaching mission of the undergraduate psychology program is:
The teaching mission at the graduate level is:
The department provides research training by means of a curriculum that requires graduate students to be involved in research beginning with their first enrollment and continuing every semester thereafter.
Facilities and Programs
The laboratory and teaching facilities of the Department of Psychology are housed primarily in a social science complex of buildings. In this complex modern research laboratories exist for animal behavior, industrial, human learning, cognitive processes, physiological experimental personality, social psychology, and quantitative analysis and measurement. Additional facilities are available for research in animal behavior in conjunction with the Department of Zoology.
The Department of Psychology possesses excellent computing facilities and state-of-the-art electronic instruments for psychological research. The department maintains its own server with local area network capability within the larger university computing network. Our Data Analysis Center is equipped with modern PCs providing a wide range of current application packages for manuscript and presentation preparation, data analysis, instructional support, and internet access. Laboratories are equipped with over 200 PCs, many networked internally and/or externally with internet accessibility.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
At the undergraduate level, the department offers scholarships of $350 annually. The TOPS-General Psychology and TOPS-Quantitative Psychology scholarships have a December 1 application deadline for the following year. Students with at least junior standing and a superior record in coursework are encouraged to apply through the department. Outstanding students with a career interest in psychology are strongly encouraged to join the Psi Chi National Honor Society and/or to become student members of one or more of the state, regional and national psychological associations.
At the graduate level, the department has been able to provide financial support to most of those students wishing to be supported in recent years. Summer support is available on a competitive basis.
Undergraduate Study
Students considering a major in psychology should contact the academic counselor in the Department of Psychology.
The Department of Psychology offers two degrees at the undergraduate level, the B.A. and the B.S. in Psychology. The B.A. degree requires a minimum of 34 hours (minimum 22 upper division) in psychological science, and the B.S. in Psychology degree requires 48 hours (minimum 36 upper division) of psychological sciences. Both degrees also require specific courses from other departments. The program of study in psychology that culminates in a Bachelor of Arts degree provides the student with experiences necessary to pursue post-baccalaureate education in psychology and cognate areas, with the training required to secure employment immediately following completion of the undergraduate degree, and with the broad education essential to the formation of an enlightened thoughtful citizenry. The B.A. degree in psychology thus provides the background necessary to continue education in graduate school, to seek employment after graduation, or to become a well-rounded, informed individual. The B.S. in Psychology is designed to provide additional training and experience in research to those students who have demonstrated mastery of the basic scientific concepts and methodology.
CAREERS
Students with strong academic records anticipating careers in psychology or closely related fields are advised to participate in the enriching experience of conducting psychological research under the supervision of a faculty member under course numbers such as 3980, 3990 and 4990. Students planning graduate study should, by their junior year, closely study the annual publication of the American Psychological Association entitled Graduate Study in Psychology, which is available in the department or for purchase at the University Bookstores. This publication fully describes all psychology graduate programs at universities in the United States and Canada. A publication on career options is also available through the department.
Students pursuing the bachelor’s degree as a terminal degree are encouraged to seek academic counseling on an intensive level with a faculty adviser, and to consult closely with the University’s job placement service.
BACHELOR OF ARTS
The faculty of the Department of Psychology believe that undergraduate training in psychology is best accomplished by giving the student an appreciation of the foundations of psychology as a life science and to allow the student to build on this foundation when the student has formulated his or her personal and professional aspirations. Thus, the curriculum leading to a B.A. comprises required courses within the psychological sciences, required courses within the other sciences, electives in psychology and free electives. The electives should be chosen in consultation with an academic adviser.
Degree Requirements
A. Three courses (10 hours): PSY 1113, 2113, 3114.
B. Two courses (six hours) from: PSY 2213, 2403, 2603, 3703.
C. Three courses (nine hours) from: PSY 3003 or 4023, 3083, 3203, 3303, 3803, 4923, 4453.
D. Two-three courses (6-9 hours) of upper-division psychology electives.
E. One Senior Capstone Course (three hours) from: PSY 4113, 4143, 4153.
Major Support Requirements
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY
The specific courses selected to fulfill the major program requirements, both in psychology and in other disciplines, must be approved by a faculty adviser and the department. Students interested in the Bachelor of Science degree program should, therefore, consult the department for an application for admission to the program and for advice on course selection and planning the degree program.
A student who fails to maintain the required 3.00 grade point average and/or fails to satisfy the other Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree requirements will receive the Bachelor of Arts degree pending satisfactory completion of its requirements.
Degree Requirements
A. Four courses (13 hours): PSY 1113, 2113, 3114, 4913.
B. Two courses (six hours) from: PSY 2403, 2603, 3703.
C. Four courses (12 hours) from: PSY 2213 or 3203, 3003 or 4023, 3083, 3303, 3803, 4923, 4453.
D. Three courses (9 hours) of upper-division psychology electives.
E. Five hours of supervised Independent Study.
F. One Senior Capstone Course (three hours) from: PSY 4113, 4123, 4153.
Major Support Requirements
A maximum of 48 hours in psychology, excluding the required capstone course, may be counted within the minimum 124 required for graduation.
MINOR
Students seeking a minor in psychology are required to complete 18 credit hours, nine of which must be lower-division and nine upper-division. Psychology 1113 is required and the remaining six lower-division hours are elective. All upper-level courses are eligible for completing the upper-division hour requirement, except those involving independent instruction or variable credit. Prerequisites for courses taken by minors are the same as those required of majors, except that similar courses taken in another department may be substituted for the listed psychology course prerequisite if approved by the instructor.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
General-experimental psychology with emphases in cognitive psychology, industrial/organizational, animal behavior, developmental, social-personality, and quantitative psychology. The department offers a master’s degree in organizational dynamics at the OU-Tulsa campus. Those interested in that degree should consult our web page under Tulsa campus degree programs.
The programs of training in the department are designed to produce experimental psychologists who are capable of assuming positions in academics, industry, and government. In a rigorous but cooperative and congenial atmosphere, high-quality research psychologists are trained to contribute to the body of knowledge of scientific psychology, as well as to disseminate and apply psychological knowledge.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In order to be considered for admission to the psychology graduate program, one must:
1. Have a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.00;
2. Present scores from the GRE verbal and quantitative tests;
3. Present a score from the GRE Advanced Psychology test;
4. Complete a departmental application including: (a) departmental application form; (b) three letters of recommendation; and (c) a personal statement.
Applicants who not only present strong academic credentials but also show evidence of substantial involvement in research as undergraduates are especially sought. Ethnic minority students are especially desired, within a philosophy that their graduate training will prepare them for careers which may significantly impact upon other minority and majority members and hence contribute in highly effective ways toward the long-term resolution of societal problems.
In addition to meeting the general requirements of the Graduate College, the student should have the following undergraduate psychology classes:
1. Introductory statistics;
2. Experimental methods;
3. An adequate sampling of courses from physiological psychology, cognition, learning, social-personality, animal behavior and developmental.
Students with deficiencies in any of these areas may be required by the Admissions Committee to take remedial coursework, (psychology courses numbered 3000–4000 which do not count for graduate credit).
Information about the doctoral program, graduate assistantships, and/or admission procedures may be obtained by writing the chair of the Graduate Admissions Committee for the department.
Degree Programs
MASTER OF ARTS (Organizational Dynamics)
The Department of Psychology offers an innovative Master of Arts degree program in Organizational Dynamics at the University of Oklahoma Graduate College Campus in Tulsa. The program emphasizes research combined with practical application. After completing core courses, students specialize in one of three general tracks: Human Resource Management, Project Management, or Knowledge Management. The admission requirements and participation requirements for this program are different from other graduate degree programs in psychology. Students interested in this program should consult with faculty members at the University of Oklahoma Graduate College Campus in Tulsa.
MASTER OF SCIENCE (PSYCHOLOGY)
The M.S. degree is conferred as: a) a mark of progress toward the Ph.D., or b) as a terminal degree. In the former case, it is earned after a student has completed 30 hours of coursework (including 5003, 5013, and 6073), a masters thesis, and a final oral defense of the thesis. In the case of the terminal M.S., the student may earn the degree after satisfying the same requirements as above; or, the student may, with departmental approval, earn a nonthesis M.S. by completing 32 hours of coursework (including 5003, 5013, and 6073), and passing written and oral comprehensive examinations.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
In order to complete the Ph.D. in psychology a student must (in approximate chronological order):
1. Complete the department’s prescribed first year including a first-year research project, and 5901 and 5911;
2. Choose a major professor;
3. Complete a three-semester statistics sequence;
4. Participate in an advisory conference in order to plan the coursework beyond the core and statistics sequence;
5. Complete a master’s thesis and oral defense;
6. Complete the experimental psychology core (12 hours);
7. Complete the General Examination;
8. Complete at least 90 hours of coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree
9. Complete a doctoral dissertation and final oral examination.
A continuing involvement in directed or independent research is expected to be a part of the student’s program of doctoral study. The department has no foreign language requirements, but a student’s Advisory Committee may recommend the development of competence in other areas of study (e.g., computer science, industrial engineering, mathematics, philosophy of science, history of science, physiology) of potential benefit to the student’s particular professional development and interests.
As a vital part of the graduate training program in psychology, all graduate students are required to be engaged in a training assignment each term. These assignments vary according to the needs and professional aspirations of the student. They are designed to supplement the more formal coursework by a variety of pre-professional activities such as assisting in research, teaching, etc., under staff supervision. The training assignment increases in responsibility as the student progresses. The amount of time required of the student varies from 10–20 hours per week, depending upon level of progress, the type of assignment, etc. The purpose of these assignments is to train the student in some of the types of activities that the student will ultimately be engaged in after the degree is received.
A student’s progress toward the Ph.D. degree is evaluated annually. Additionally, first-year students are evaluated after the first semester. The purpose of these evaluations is to provide feedback to the student and to assess the student’s proficiency based on academic coursework, progress in research, and potential for significant contributions to the profession.
Allen Hertzke, Professor of Political Science, Director
Barbara Boyd, Director of Outreach
Tom Boyd, David Ross Boyd Professor Emeritus
Dale Hall Tower, Room 804
Norman, OK 73019
Phone: (405) 325-3349
FAX: (405) 325-1502
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/religiousstudies/
e-mail: RELS@ou.edu
Faculty Roster
The faculty of the Religious Studies Program is made up of approximately 30 faculty members from departments across the University of Oklahoma.
Degree Offered
General Information
Religious Studies is an interdisciplinary program, which provides students the opportunity for academic study and examination of the role of religion as it affects every aspect of life. The Religious Studies program draws on the faculties of Anthropology, Classics, English, History, History of Science, Native American Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology (College of Arts & Sciences); Art History, Music (College of Fine Arts): Educational Leadership (College of Education), and Honors. The program seeks to enhance the student's knowledge of religious traditions and approaches, and is intended to help students develop the understandings, perceptions, and attitudes for living more successfully in an increasingly multi-cultural society and the world. Understanding the current global environment will depend on the ability to share and use knowledge about religion and culture; communicating effectively across cultures requires an understanding of the religions that inform them.
CAREERS
The Religious Studies program will provide a basis for students interested in religious vocations, such as ministry, chaplaincy, music, education, and religious institution management (including non-profit administration); Graduate school in religious studies, the humanities, or the social sciences; college and secondary teaching; as well as careers in foreign service, business, law, journalism, and public service.
Undergraduate Study
Choosing the right courses and combination of courses is very important. The student should consult with the Religious Studies academic counselor as well as faculty members and directors. Students may choose to complete the religious studies major as a complement to another degree program, such as political science or anthropology. The Program also offers room, through its elective options, to provide a concentration in preparation for religious vocation, seminary, or graduate work in religious studies.
Students are required to declare their intent to pursue the degree program and complete a minimum of 36 hours, of which at least 21 must be upper division. A grade of “C” or better must be obtained in all courses for the major, including Capstone, and no course may be used more than once to satisfy major or degree requirements.
The Religious Studies major requires four areas of study; additional courses from these may be chosen for elective credit within the Program.
All students must complete RELS 1113 (Introduction to Religious Studies), the prerequisite for many of the courses in the Religious Studies program. Students choose a second introductory course from Anthropology 1823 (Religion in Everyday Life), Philosophy 1203 (Philosophy & Human Destiny, East and West), or Philosophy 2403 (Introduction to Philosophy of Religion).
A second category of vital importance to the Religious Studies major is the variety of religious traditions. Students will take three courses from different traditions, chosen from HIST 3973 (Judaism- A Religious History), PHIL 3423 (Ancient and Medieval Religious Philosophy) or RELS 3123 (Comparative American Christianity), HIST 2683 (History of Islam), PHIL 3303 (East Asian Philosophy), NAS 3113 (Native American Philosophy), or topics from RELS 2013, or 3023 Religious Traditions, so long as three different traditions are studied.
Additional Religious Studies courses required are grouped conceptually. Students must choose a minimum of nine hours from three of the following four groups:
A. Religion, Literature, and the Arts—represented by such courses as World Religious Texts or several offerings from Art History;
B. Religion, Social Organization, and Politics—includes courses from political science, sociology, anthropology, or Honors;
C. Religion and History—course offerings from History and History of Science; and
D. Religion and Philosophy—including topics covering ethics and philosophy of religion.
Any additional courses taken from these categories fall into the category of electives, of which 9 hours are required. Students also have the option of choosing specifically offered RELS courses, such as internship, independent study credit, honors or directed reading, which would fall into the elective category. Internship, independent study, and honors or directed reading/ research allows student to complete independent but guided work under the supervision of an RELS faculty member. Hours vary and influence the workload and activities of independent study or honors/directed reading. Internship credit is three hours and a significant written project is required.
MINOR
The student's final requirement, the Capstone, is a culmination of the work the student has completed in the major, requiring satisfactory seminar attendance and participation, and a significant written research project, combining synthetic and analytical skills.
Roosevelt Wright, Jr., Director and Graduate Liaison
Dwain Pellebon, Undergraduate Program Coordinator
Rhyne Hall, Room 211
Norman, OK 73019-1060
Phone: (405) 325-2821
FAX: (405) 325-7072
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/socialwork/
Faculty Roster
Professors Cherry, Rosenthal, Wedel, Wright; Associate Professors Baker, Burman, Curiel, Davidson, Pellebon; Assistant Professors Alzate, Barney, Byers, Caselman, Priddy, Thomas; Clinical Assistant Professors Carter, Wells, Westmoreland.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. For additional information on graduate programs, individual documents detailing each graduate program are available from the Graduate College and their website at http://gradweb.ou.edu/. This information is updated yearly and should be referred to for graduate program requirements.
General Information
Social work education has been a part of the curriculum at the University of Oklahoma since 1916-17. A separate School of Social Work was established in 1935. The two-year graduate program was fully accredited in 1957 and has maintained continuous accreditation. The undergraduate degree program gained approval in 1970 and has been continuously accredited since the inception of undergraduate accreditation in 1974. Both programs continue to maintain full accredited status from the Council on Social Work Education.
Social work is a profession devoted to positive social change and helping individuals, families, and groups to better resolve personal problems. The expansion of human service programs and areas of practice utilizing social work knowledge and skills has created a demand for professional social workers. Social work offers a challenging and exciting career for the individual who is motivated to help others and has a personal commitment to the advancement of social justice.
The school prepares practitioners for services to various client and community systems. The undergraduate and first-year graduate programs are of a generalist nature emphasizing skills, knowledge and values basic to all social work practice. The second year of graduate study is organized so students may specialize in direct services to individuals, families, and groups or in the planning, organization, supervision, or administration of human service programs.
Programs for Academic Excellence
The School of Social Work, through its programs of professional education, research, and public service is dedicated to the enhancement of human well-being and to the alleviation of poverty and oppression through developing and improving systems of social services, especially public social services.
The school’s primary means of achieving its mission is by preparing skilled social work practitioners who are committed to practice that includes services to the poor and oppressed, by improving and developing social service programs, and by promoting professionalism in social work in Oklahoma. To this end the school offers two degree programs: the undergraduate major in social work leading to a Bachelor of Arts and a graduate program leading to a Master of Social Work. The mission and goals of the school are consistent with the goals of professional social work education and with those of the University of Oklahoma.
To achieve its mission, the School of Social Work has established the following goals:
a. scholarly activities which elaborate and explicate issues relevant to the enhancement of human well-being and the alleviation of poverty and oppression;
b. research and evaluation activities aimed at facilitating effective practice and the generation of knowledge;
c. consultation and leadership to emerging and existing social service programs; and
d. continuing education and training.
Scholarship and Financial Aid
The Oklahoma Department of Human Services provides financial aid for its employees to attend school on a part-time basis. Additionally, a number of child welfare stipends are available for non-employees as well as employees. Applications should be made in the spring semester to the school.
Two federal agencies, the Veterans’ Administration and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, administer scholarships for social work students.
The School of Social Work provides a limited number of stipends which are made available through grant funds and University scholarships. Some stipends are also awarded by practicum agencies during the semesters students are enrolled in practicum.
For further information on scholarships, stipends and loans, consult the Office of Financial Aid Services, University of Oklahoma, 731 Elm Ave., Norman, OK, 73019-2111, (405) 325-4521.
Undergraduate Study
The undergraduate social work program is designed to prepare social workers to assume entry-level professional roles in human and social service systems. In addition to the academic expectations, social work students are expected to demonstrate professional behavior which reflects a commitment to the ethics of the social work profession.
The role of the social worker involves helping people from a variety of backgrounds and with a range of problems, so it is important that the social work student not permit personal issues to interfere with this role and that the student have the emotional and psychological resources to render effective assistance to those in need.
Graduates of the baccalaureate program are eligible for membership in the National Association of Social Workers. They are also eligible to apply for advanced standing in the M.S.W. program at the University of Oklahoma or other graduate programs in social work. Following two years of supervised practice, they are eligible to apply for a license in the State of Oklahoma.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students interested in pursuing a social work major are encouraged to contact the School no later than their sophomore year to discuss their interest in the social work major. The first step is to declare oneself as a pre-social work major with the College of Arts and Sciences. After pre-advisement from the School of Social Work, the prospective student must obtain and complete an admissions application packet. Entry into the major is through a formal admission process to the School of Social Work. The undergraduate social work curriculum is highly structured and requires no less than four semesters to complete all course requirements. No required courses are offered during the summer.
Primary consideration for admission is given to students whose applications meet the March 1 deadline. A small number of students may be admitted on a space available basis during a secondary admissions period from March 15 to July 30. Applicants will be considered during this period until all slots are full. Failure to meet the above deadlines, or to follow the above procedures, may result in denial of your application. At the time of application, students should have completed or be enrolled in the supportive prerequisite courses and be in the process of completing all General Education core courses. Admissions are limited to 40–45 students per academic year.
Before students can be admitted into the program they must file a declaration as a pre-social work major with the College of Arts and Sciences Academic Services Office. The School of Social Work will pre-advise students before they obtain and complete the admissions application packet. More information and forms can be found on the School web site, noted above.
Students must complete the following:
1. A signed “Application for Admission”;
2. Three letters of reference; and
3. An admission statement.
Failure to meet the application deadlines or to follow the written procedures may result in delayed consideration for entry into the program. Students cannot enroll into any required social work course prior to admission to the Program. Furthermore, all students must have taken all program prerequisites prior to the junior year, first semester coursework. Consequently, a delay in application or not having completed the above courses will result in up to two additional semesters being required beyond the usual four semesters in the program.
Acceptance into the social work program is based upon an assessment of the student’s capability to achieve academic success, the possession of a value base consistent with professional social work values and ethics, the student’s interest in and commitment to the profession of social work, and the possession of personal characteristics which will enable the student to render effective assistance to those in need.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The undergraduate social work curriculum is highly structured and requires no less than four semesters to complete all course requirements.
In order to graduate with a major in social work, students must achieve an overall grade point average of 2.50 or above, a 2.50 grade point average or above in required social work courses (including a grade of “Satisfactory” in Practicum courses), and a C or better in all required social work courses.
The School of Social Work fully subscribes to and is guided by the NASW Code of Ethics. Social work program applicants and students are expected to demonstrate professional behavior which reflects a commitment to the ethics of the social work profession as exemplified in the Code of Ethics. Behavior and statements contrary to these ethics is cause for denial of the student's admission or for review of continuance in the School of Social Work's programs. Examples of behavior which warrant such denial or a review include, but are not limited to, derogatory oral and written statements towards other students, faculty, and/or persons from populations reflecting racial, ethnic, handicapped status, religious, socioeconomic, gender, and sexual orientation differences. Students are responsible for knowing and adhering to the NASW Code of Ethics. The most recent version can be read and downloaded from the internet through the national NASW website at http://www.socialworkers.org/code.htm.
The undergraduate social work program is built upon a strong liberal arts foundation that emphasizes a biopsychosocial perspective. In order to assure that social work majors have been introduced to the fundamental concepts within this perspective, they must have completed or be currently enrolled in the following course prerequisites (or course content equivalents) before making formal application to the program. Junior college transfers must complete these no later than the first semester of the junior year:
PSY 1113, Elements of Psychology
SOC 1113, Introduction to Sociology
BOT/MBIO/ZOO 1005, Concepts in Biology or ZOO 1114, Intro. to Zoology or course content equivalent
S WK 2113, Introduction to Social Work (may be taken in the first semester)
Students who feel they have completed equivalent course content must provide course syllabi and catalog descriptions and have their work approved by the Undergraduate Coordinator.
In addition, students need to take a statistics course prior to the fall enrollment of their senior year.
Some of the above courses can be used to meet the general education requirements for the College of Arts and Sciences. For example, S WK 2232, Statistics for Social Workers, will also meet the General Education Core Area I mathematics course requirement. Students planning to apply for admission are encouraged to review carefully the course prerequisites and to include them in their academic planning for the sophomore year.
Listed below are the specifically required courses for Social Work majors and the order in which they will be taken.
FALL—S WK 3003, 3103, 3233, 3323
SPRING—S WK 3113, 3243, 3313 (S WK 2232 is recommended)
FALL—S WK 4083, 4103, 4311, 4315
SPRING—S WK 4093, 4322, 4325
Students who have completed similar coursework from an accredited social work program may have those credit hours transferred. A copy of the previous course syllabus will be reviewed by the Undergraduate Program Coordinator for necessary action. The student is notified whether credit is approved. Students should provide these materials to their advisor as soon as possible.
PRACTICUM
The practicum is offered in collaboration with selected agencies and programs throughout the state of Oklahoma. The student is placed in a social agency under an approved supervisor for the purpose of developing professional skills and values.
The concurrent practicum takes place over a two-semester period in conjunction with classroom study during the student’s senior year. Students are in their practicum placement 20 hours each week and must complete 300 hours of practicum each semester for a total of 600 hours. Both practicum courses are graded on an S/U basis.
Practicum settings are selected on the basis of educational merit. The School makes every effort to place students in settings that are consistent with student career goals. Practicum placements may be made in selected agencies within a 50 mile radius of the Norman campus. Students are responsible for their transportation to and from the practicum setting, as well as travel connected with the placement.
Each student is required to present evidence of professional insurance coverage. Professional insurance coverage prior to placement can be arranged through the School of Social Work in collaboration with the National Association of Social Work. Information regarding the process should be secured at the School of Social Work Practicum office.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Social Work is a profession devoted to the enhancement of human well-being and to the alleviation of poverty and oppression. This is accomplished through the promotion, restoration, maintenance and enhancement of the social functioning of individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities. The expansion of human service programs and areas of practice that utilize social work knowledge and skills has created a demand for professional social workers. Social work offers a challenging and exciting career for the individual who is motivated to help others and has a personal commitment to the advancement of social justice.
The Master of Social Work degree is designed to prepare students for advanced professional practice within an organizational context. Two major professional roles dominate. The first of these is direct social work practice with individuals, families and groups. The second is focused on administration, planning or community organization. In recognition of these two distinct areas of practice, the school offers two areas of advanced concentration: direct practice and administration and community practice.
The master’s degree program in social work requires 60 credit hours. The foundation is comprised of 27 credit hours and may be completed either through the on-campus full-time program or through the school’s program of part-time studies described below. The advanced curriculum is a full-time in-residence program, with full-time status defined as enrollment in not less than nine credit hours per semester.
The school prepares practitioners who are capable of using an integrated combination of knowledge, values, and skills in service to various client and community systems. The undergraduate and the foundation requirements of the graduate program are based on a generalist model emphasizing skills, knowledge and values basic to all social work practice. The candidacy year of graduate study is organized into two graduate concentrations: direct practice and administration and community practice.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID
The Oklahoma Department of Human Services and other state departments provide financial aid for some of their employees to attend graduate school. Federal agencies which administer scholarships for social work students are the Veterans’ Administration and the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
The School of Social Work administers a limited number of stipends which are made available through grant funds and University scholarships. Tuition waivers from the Graduate College may also be available. Some stipends are awarded by practicum agencies during the time students are enrolled in practicum.
For further information on scholarships, stipends and loans, consult the University of Oklahoma, Office of Financial Aid Services, 731 Elm Ave., Norman, OK 73019-2111.
ADMISSION
Admission to the Master of Social Work program may be granted in one of three categories:
1. full-time to the two-year, 60 credit hour program;
2. part-time to the three-year, 60 credit hour program (Two years are required to complete foundation courses as a part-time student. The candidacy year requirements must be completed in full-time status); and
3. full-time to candidacy year status, Advanced Standing (30 credit hour program) is available only to those applicants who have completed a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited baccalaureate degree program in social work within the past five years.
The full-time two-year program is completed on the Norman campus. Two different sites offer the part-time program. In Norman, students admitted to the part-time program complete their foundation courses at the College of Continuing Education and complete their candidacy year at the School of Social Work on OU’s main campus. In Tulsa, both the foundation and candidacy years are completed at OU-Tulsa. At both part-time sites, only the foundation year is part-time; the student attends full-time in the candidacy year. The Advanced Standing program is offered both in Norman and at OU-Tulsa.
Admission Criteria
Applicants for admission to the graduate program in social work must meet the following requirements:
1. Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. The applicant’s course of study must include liberal arts content which is broadly defined as coursework in the natural and social sciences, and in the arts and humanities. Though not a formal admission requirement, an introductory (undergraduate or graduate) course in statistics is a prerequisite course requirement for S WK 5293, Social Work Research. Students in the full-time (60-hour) program take research and, thus, must complete statistics prior to beginning their graduate program. The precise scheduling of research varies for students in the part-time (60-hour) programs in Norman and Tulsa, but it is typically offered in the first year. Students in these programs are strongly advised to complete statistics prior to beginning their program. (Students in the Advanced Standing (30-hour) program do not take S WK 5293, so the statistics requirement does not apply to them).
Typically, the school will be able to determine if the above coursework has been completed by a review of the transcript. Supplementing this review, each student completes an admission form provided by the school that indicates how this prerequisite work has been (or will be) satisfied.
2. Meet all the general admission requirements of the Graduate College. The Graduate College reviews all previous coursework as listed on the applicant’s official transcripts which are submitted to the University of Oklahoma’s Office of Admissions and Records. The Graduate College requires that all students admitted to graduate programs on non-provisional (non-conditional) basis have a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above. The Graduate College calculates the GPA based upon the last 60 semester credit hours of letter-graded coursework for applicants with no post baccalaureate coursework. Should the 60 credit hours fall within a semester’s work, then that whole semester is included in calculating the grade point average. Any applicant who has received a master’s degree or has completed 12 semester credit hours of letter-graded graduate work at an accredited college or university will have the GPA based on the graduate coursework. Students whose GPA is between 2.75 and 2.99 may be considered for a conditional status admission by the Graduate College and the School of Social Work. Students admitted on a conditional basis must meet requirements specified by the Graduate College and the School. These requirements will be specified at the time of admission. The Graduate College will not refer to the School any application where the GPA in the last 60 hours is less than 2.75.
In addition to making formal application for admission through the Office of Admissions, each applicant must also submit the following items to the School of Social Work:
1. Admission cover sheet.
2. Admission statement.
3. Three letters of reference.
If English is not their primary language, international students must take the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and submit their score to the school and to the Graduate College. Preference in admission decisions is given to those applications for which all materials are received by the school by March 1 (by the first working day thereafter should March 1 fall on a weekend).
TIME LIMIT AND READMISSION
All students must complete the degree requirements within a four calendar-year period from the time of first admission. A student who has successfully completed the first year or any part of the program in the school and withdraws for any reason must reapply to the Office of Admissions and Records of the University and to the school. The student is subject to the regulations applicable during his/her first term of enrollment so long as continuous enrollments are maintained. A student who interrupts enrollment for one year or more and is readmitted will then be subject to the regulations in effect at the time of readmission. If readmitted to the program, all previous required coursework must have been completed within the four calendar-year period or the coursework must be retaken. The four year requirement also applies to Advanced Standing students.
TRANSFER CREDIT
The school will accept up to six hours of credit from another college or university or a full first year from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (for coursework consistent with the School’s first-year curriculum). This action is contingent upon the approval of the Director of the School and the Dean of the Graduate College.
Craig St. John, Chair
Susan Sharp, Graduate Liaison
Kaufman Hall, Room 331
Norman, OK 73019-2033
Phone: (405) 325-1751
FAX: (405) 325-7825
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/soc/
Faculty Roster
Professors Grasmick, St. John, W. Scott; Associate Professors Burns, Damphousse, C. Morgan, S. Sharp; Assistant Professors Bass, Beutel, T. Hope, Kelley; Lecturers W. Clay, Franzese, Hackney.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. Additional information on graduate programs is available from the Graduate College and their website at http://gradweb.ou.edu/, or the departmental website at www.ou.edu/soc/. This information is updated yearly and should be referred to for graduate program requirements.
General Information
The Department of Sociology has two interrelated missions: to provide the highest quality education at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels, and to foster state-of-the-art research agendas among faculty and graduate students. Teaching and research in the department help meet the needs of the state and nation by addressing important social issues. Departmental programs focus on three areas: (1) criminology, (2) demography and family studies, and (3) the analysis of class, race, and gender. At both the undergraduate and graduate levels, coursework in Sociology provides an analytic research emphasis for studying, understanding, and explaining major issues. Research in these areas updates and refines knowledge and, further, helps formulate and evaluate social policy.
The undergraduate curriculum in sociology prepares students for jobs in a wide-variety of occupations and for admission to advanced degree programs, especially in sociology, law, and criminal justice. The graduate program provides more intensive instruction and stimulates further intellectual growth and maturity. Graduate students completing a degree in sociology typically find employment in academic settings as professors and researchers, and in the public or private sectors as statistical analysts and research coordinators. The quality of the programs in sociology can be measured by the successful placement of our graduates in agencies, corporations, graduate and professional programs, research settings, and colleges and universities.
A major strength of the department’s graduate program is its training in research methods and statistics. The department maintains its own computer lab equipped with advanced statistical package software. Core seminars in statistics and methods encourage participation in all phases of research, from research design to data collection and analysis to the presentation of findings. Strength in this area complements coursework in the department’s three substantive areas of interest, and encourages students to be independent researchers and informed teachers. The department’s graduate students regularly present research papers at professional meetings, and have been very successful in winning competitions with these papers.
Undergraduate Study
The undergraduate major requires a minimum of 33 semester hours. All majors are required to take 1113 (Introduction to Sociology), 3123 (Social Statistics), and 3133 (Methods of Social Research). Students in the sociology program may choose an option in either general sociology or criminology. Students completing either option receive the B.A. degree in Sociology.
GENERAL SOCIOLOGY OPTION
Students in this option take any five of the eleven courses listed below plus the capstone course: 3523, 3553, 3623, 3643, 3683, 3723, 3733, 3753, 3803, 3873, 4363. General Sociology Capstone – 4943.
Students in this option take all of the following courses: 3523, 3533, 3543, 3553, 4603. Criminology Capstone – 4843.
Six hours of electives in sociology are required for students in both options. Those in the General Sociology option may select any course(s) listed below or in the Criminology option except Internship in Criminology. Those in the Criminology option may select any course(s) listed below or in the General Sociology option.
Irregularly offered elective courses include 1523, 3713, 3813, 3833, 3843, 3883, 3900, 4163, 4263.
Students considering a major in Sociology should contact the department for assistance in selecting courses which contribute to the student’s educational and career plans. Students who intend to pursue careers in social agencies, corporations, or research settings will be advised regarding courses most appropriate to those interests. Students wishing to enroll in graduate or professional school will be advised regarding courses normally prerequisite to such work.
Nonmajors may earn a minor in sociology by completing 18 hours, consisting of 1113; and any four courses from the following: 1523, 3523, 3533, 3623, 3643, 3723, 3733, 3803, 3873, and 4363; and one additional 3000- or 4000-level course in sociology; excluding directed readings, independent study internship courses, and intersession courses, and Independent Study courses offered through Continuing Education.
The M.A. and Ph.D. programs in sociology emphasize the learning of research methods and statistics in conjunction with chosen substantive area(s) of interest. The department offers six different courses in which graduate students develop research skills. At the doctoral level, students may choose to specialize in any two areas from the three areas of emphasis in the department.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to meeting the general requirements of the Graduate College, the student must have completed at least 15 hours of coursework in one of the social sciences with sufficient achievement to indicate an ability to do graduate work. Preferably, this would include coursework in sociological theory, research methods and statistics; students lacking a background in these areas will be provided with help in making up these deficiencies.
Students will be considered qualified for full graduate standing in the Ph.D. program when they have completed the M.A. degree and have held an Advisory Conference. Students from the University of Oklahoma are expected to fulfill all requirements for the pre-doctoral M.A.
To be considered for financial aid a student must submit all necessary material by March 1.
Master of Arts Degree
There are two programs leading to the M.A. degree in sociology, the 34-hour predoctoral M.A. which requires a thesis; and the 39 hour nonthesis M.A. The following core coursework is required in both programs: Advanced Methods of Social Research (5293), Advanced Sociological Statistics (5283), Seminar in Sociological Theory (5933), and Advanced Sociological Statistics II (6233).
In addition to the core courses, completion of the 34-hour thesis M.A. entails 18 hours of elective coursework and four hours of thesis credit. Among the 18 hours of electives, 12 must be courses from the Department of Sociology at the 5000-level or above. The remaining six hours of electives may be Directed Readings (5960), 4000-level courses in Sociology, or crosslisted courses housed outside the Department or courses in another department.
In addition to the core courses, the 39-hour nonthesis M.A requires 27 hours of elective coursework and a comprehensive oral examination. Among the 27 hours of electives, 15 must be courses housed in the Department of Sociology at the 5000-level or above. Among the remaining 12 hours, no more than three may be Directed Readings (5960), no more than three may be crosslisted courses housed outside the department and no more than six may be 4000-level courses in the department.
With the approval of the student’s adviser and the graduate committee, limitations on directed readings, courses outside the department and 4000-level sociology courses may be modified. Under no condition, however, will a student be permitted to apply more than six hours of 4000-level sociology courses toward an M.A. or more than three hours of directed readings toward an M.A.
Doctor of Philosophy
With few exceptions, students seeking this degree anticipate a career in teaching and/or research. Departmental requirements, therefore, emphasize (1) professional competence in sociology as a whole, especially research methodology, and (2) expertise in two fields within sociology. In preparing for the Ph.D., the student should acquire a broad knowledge of the fundamentals of sociology and then a focused specialization in chosen areas of interest.
For the Ph.D. degree, the student must pass a general examination, write a doctoral dissertation, and, in so doing, complete 90 hours of graduate coursework. The purpose of the coursework is to prepare the student for the general examination and dissertation. Hence, the accumulation of coursework, in and of itself, does not constitute progress toward the degree. Therefore, students normally meet with an advisory committee during the first year in residence to establish a plan of study.
A plan of study, filed formally with the Dean of the Graduate College, should develop the student’s knowledge of and expertise in sociology broadly defined in any two areas selected from the three areas of emphasis in the department. The plan of study must include the core requirements for the pre-doctoral M.A. and at least one additional advanced course in both theory and methodology/statistics. A maximum of 44 course hours may be transferred from other universities with the permission of the student’s Advisory Committee and the Dean of the Graduate College. In any event, the plan must contain sufficient coursework to adequately prepare the student for the general examination.
The general examination in sociology consists of written components and an oral defense. It usually is taken sometime after the second or third year of study. Failure to pass the examination leads to dismissal from the program. Formal work on the dissertation may begin after the student has successfully passed the examination.
The doctoral dissertation is written and defended under the guidance of the student’s doctoral committee consisting of five members of the graduate faculty, at least one of whom is from outside the Department of Sociology. A maximum of 18 hours may be applied to the dissertation.
Ph.D. students having sole responsibility for teaching a course in the Department also are required to take Teaching Seminars I and II (5831 and 5841) for one credit each. However, these credits may not be applied toward a graduate degree.
Betty J. Harris, Associate Professor of Anthropology, Director
Physical Sciences Center, Room 528
Norman, OK 73019-3105
Phone: (405) 325-3481
FAX: (405) 325-3573
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/womstudy/
The Women’s Studies Program is an interdisciplinary program that offers a core curriculum supplemented by the contributions of full status and affiliate faculty, relevant courses, and other resources from many University colleges and departments. Courses required for the major fall into the following categories: history and culture of women; literature, art and communication; and women in contemporary society. Science and international components are being expanded. Course listings are available in the Women’s Studies office each semester.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The Hillyer Award (with cash award attached) will be granted annually to an outstanding undergraduate in a Women’s Studies course who has done exceptional written or creative work.
The Bette Baum Hirschfield and Norman Hirschfield Award is now permanently endowed. Three scholarships of $3,500 are awarded annually, to single mothers returning to school. At the time of the application, the candidate must have, within the past five years completed, the equivalent or at least two semesters of full-time study (30 hours), with a B average or better, and attend the University of Oklahoma, Norman.
The Judith Lewis Award (with cash award attached) will be granted to an outstanding Women’s Studies graduate. The successful candidate must have a GPA of 3.2 or better and been involved in campus activities, particularly those pertaining to women’s issues.
Undergraduate Study
Students may major in Women’s Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. The Women’s Studies faculty has approved 36 hours of coursework including the following: Introduction to Women’s Studies; a minimum of three hours in each of the categories History and Culture, Literature, Art, Communication, and Contemporary Social Problems; Method and Theory in Women’s Studies; a senior seminar; a senior thesis or internship, and a three-hour elective.
MINOR
Four minors are offered in Women's Studies: Women's Studies, Women of Color, Women's Health, and Gender Studies. Each of these minors requires special departmental approval, and students must complete 18 hours of courses, including Introduction to Women's Studies. Additional courses must be selected from categories specified within each of the minor areas as follows:
Interested students should contact the Women's Studies office for current class listings and advisement.
Graduate Study
Several graduate courses are offered each year in Women’s Studies. However, in order to pursue graduate study in Women’s Studies, a graduate student must be accepted into a department and design an interdisciplinary degree program in accordance with Graduate College guidelines. Women’s Studies faculty will assist students with program design.
Courses in Women’s Studies
Most Women’s Studies courses are offered through a variety of departments. However, there is a Women’s Studies designator (WS) for the following courses: 1120, 1220, 2003, 2021, 2120, 3220, 3960, 3980, 4003, 4013, 4120, 4123, 4913, 4970, and 5120. Students should consult the Women’s Studies Office for assistance in course selection.
William J. Matthews, Chair
Joseph A. Bastian, Director of Graduate Studies
James N. Thompson, Jr., Director of Undergraduate Studies
Richards Hall, Room 314
Norman, OK 73019-6121
Phone: (405) 325-4821
FAX: (405) 325-7560
Internet: http://www.ou.edu/cas/zoology/
Faculty Roster
Professors Bastian, Bell, J. Caldwell, Censky, Cifelli, Fincke, Hopkins, Mares, Matthews, Mock, Ray, Schnell, Schwagmeyer, Shelton, Sullivan, Thompson, Vitt, Wilson; Associate Professors Berkowitz, Durica, Gaffin, Vaughn, Weider, Wellborn; Assistant Professors Bergey, Broughton, Hambright, Hewes, Hoefnagels, Kaspari, Kelly, Knapp, Marsh-Matthews, Safiejko-Mroczka, Wang.
Information on both undergraduate and graduate programs is included. However, the general information contained in this section mainly covers undergraduate study. For additional information on graduate programs, individual documents detailing each graduate program are available from the Graduate College and their website at http://gradweb.ou.edu/. This information is updated yearly and should be referred to for graduate program requirements.
General Information
The program in Zoology began soon after the University of Oklahoma was founded, and the first Ph.D. degree awarded by OU was in Zoology. The graduate program now has internationally-recognized strengths in selected areas of ecology/systematics, animal behavior, neurosciences, physiology, and genetics/cell biology. Research and training facilities at the OU Biological Station, the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, the Oklahoma Biological Survey, and the Noble Electron Microscope Facility enhance the research opportunities for faculty and graduate students.
The Department of Zoology takes special pride in its teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Courses at the undergraduate level, for example, provide a broad foundation in biology and allow students to pursue selected areas of interest in depth through research participation and advanced studies courses.
Zoology is one of the most popular majors for students interested in a health professions career, and the curriculum provides an excellent base of preparation for a wide variety of careers or for postgraduate study. The department encourages participation in the Honors College, the Zoological Society, and other opportunities for individualized educational enhancement.
Programs for Academic Excellence
The Zoology Department is actively involved in the Honors Program, and many undergraduate students carry out independent research projects under the guidance of faculty members with national and international reputations in their fields. The Zoological Society, the Premed Club, the PreVet Club, and the American Medical Student Association are sponsored by Zoology faculty members and allow students with common interests to take field trips and hear talks about career planning and other important topics. The Zoology Aid Program (ZAP) is composed of undergraduate students who volunteer to tutor other students in Introductory Zoology. It is a rewarding experience for both the ZAP volunteers and those with whom they work.
The Loren G. Hill Zoology Excellence Fund provides support for graduate student travel to national research conferences. The Zoology Association of Graduate Students works closely with the faculty to organize the weekly seminar program of visiting scholars and other educational enrichment opportunities.
Internationally-known research groups in aquatic ecology, animal behavior, vertebrate biology, neurophysiology, and other specialties strengthen the general areas of emphasis in the graduate program.
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Students can participate in research with Zoology faculty in a number of ways, such as Independent Study courses and Honors Research courses both at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Special Facilities and Programs
The Zoology Department is housed in Richards and Sutton Halls, which contain faculty and graduate student offices, research and teaching laboratories, maintenance shops, the departmental stockroom, graphics and photography workrooms, and computer rooms. Support staff including academic advisers, an audiovisual technician, a computer specialist and a shop supervisor are available to assist students. Teaching and research opportunities are provided for students at the following locations.
This facility contains breeding colonies of rodents and provides housing for a variety of other small mammals, amphibians, and reptiles.
This lab provides facilities for in vitro culture of vertebrate cells and tissues and for the production of monoclonal antibodies.
BIOLOGICAL STATION AND OTHER RESEARCH UNITS
The University of Oklahoma Biological Station, located on Lake Texoma, an impoundment of the Red River on the Oklahoma-Texas border, is a permanent year-round field station with a resident staff of research scientists that provides year-round facilities for faculty and students. A summer session with approximately ten courses is attended by undergraduate and graduate students from throughout the country.
Students also use the facilities of the S. R. Noble Laboratory of Electron Microscopy, the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, and the Oklahoma Biological Survey.
AQUATIC RESEARCH FACILITY
This facility, located on the University South Campus, includes two greenhouses and 32 experimental ponds for faculty and student research and teaching.
A laboratory devoted to animal behavior and ecological studies, this facility provides indoor space and outdoor enclosures for the study of a wide variety of animals.
OLIVER WILDLIFE PRESERVE
This wilderness area of 80 acres, situated just two miles south of the main campus, provides a natural laboratory for studies in ecology, natural history, and behavior.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
M. BLANCHE AND M. FRANCES ADAMS SCHOLARSHIP
The department awards scholarships of up to $3,000 to undergraduate or graduate students majoring in Zoology,. based on nominations, merit, and financial need.
GEORGE MIKSCH SUTTON SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships in the amount of $500 to $2,000 or more are awarded to undergraduate and graduate students in the field of Ornithology. Selection is based on merit and financial need.
For more information on these scholarships, contact the Department of Zoology or the Office of Financial Aid Services.
Teaching and research assistantships which provide a stipend and waive the out-of-state tuition, are also available. Contact the Department of Zoology at 314 Richards Hall, 730 Van Vleet Oval, Norman, OK 73019-6121.
Undergraduate Study
The zoology major program is designed to meet the needs of students who plan to enter graduate school in the biological sciences, to enter medical, dental, or veterinary college, or to work in specialized paramedical fields, environmental programs, or other careers in which zoology would serve as an academic background. The department strongly recommends that each student work closely with his or her adviser on a regular basis since all courses are not offered every semester. Each major or prospective major should work closely with the zoology advisory office on a regular basis to plan a program which will meet career goals. The advisory office can furnish information on courses, curricula and careers available to majors and will facilitate the assignment of a faculty adviser.
Zoology majors may work also for the standard secondary teaching certificate in science. For information consult an academic adviser in the Office of Student Academic Services.
The Department of Zoology has an honors program which involves original research and the writing of an honors thesis. Qualified students should consult the zoology advisory office for details.
The department offers undergraduate majors an opportunity to participate in undergraduate teaching or faculty research programs. The zoology advisory office will provide information and arrange for such participation.
The zoology major must complete 30 hours of major coursework (exclusive of Zoology 1114 and 1121), with at least 15 of these hours at the upper-division level. A grade of C or better must be earned in each course.
The following courses may not be counted as major work in zoology: Zoology 1005, 1114, 1121, 1203, 2124, 2255, 2343 and 3823.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
The standard Bachelor of Science degree is intended for students who want the flexibility afforded by a broad set of requirements.
Majors in zoology must take the following courses in zoology: 1114, 1121, 2094 or 2204, 3013, and 3333. At least one course must be taken from each of the following groups:
In addition, at least one 4000- or 5000-level course not in the core must be completed. Two upper-division courses with laboratories must be included in the major work. At least one field course and participation in the summer program of the Biological Station, Lake Texoma, are strongly recommended.
Geology 3513 may be counted as major work in zoology.
The following courses in related sciences are also required for all zoology majors: Chemistry 1315 and 1415; Chemistry 3012 and 3013 or Chemistry 3053, 3153, and 3152; History of Science 3013 or 3023; Mathematics 1743 or 1823; Physics 2414 and 2424 (or 2514 and 2524); Botany 1114 or Microbiology 2815 or 3813; Psychology 2003 or 2113 or Zoology 2913 or 4913.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ZOOLOGY – BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
The Zoology degree track leading to the B.S. in Zoology/Biomedical Sciences is intended for students who plan to enter postgraduate programs in medicine, dentistry, or one of the specialties (e.g. optometry, podiatry), veterinary medicine, the Physician Associate program, public health, medical research, or one of the biomedical industry support areas like laboratory assistant or pharmaceutical sales.
Majors in Biomedical Sciences must take the following courses in zoology: 1114, 1121, 2011, 2012, 2094 or 2204, and 3333. At least one course must be taken from each of the following groups:
In addition, at least one 4000- or 5000-level course not in the core must be completed. Two upper-division courses with laboratories must be included in the major work.
The following courses in related sciences are also required: Chemistry 1315, 1415, 3053, 3152, 3153, and 3653; Mathematics 1743 or 1823; Physics 1311, 1321, 2414, and 2424; Botany 1114 or Microbiology 2815 or 3813; and one approved course in the history of ethics of science or medicine (e.g., HSCI 3013 or 3023 or appropriate HON 3993). A computer science course and a statistics course are strongly recommended.
A minor requires a minimum grade of C in 20 hours of courses, including Zoology 1114, 1121, nine upper-division hours, and at least two laboratory courses beyond 1121.
Minors may substitute Human Anatomy (2255) for Comparative Anatomy (2204) or Human Physiology (2124) for Principles of Physiology (3103). ZOO 2124, however, will not count toward upper-division credit.
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
The fundamental areas of zoology are available for advanced degree programs. Such areas include animal behavior; cellular, developmental and genetic biology; ecology and systematics; physiology; neuroscience; fisheries biology; vertebrate paleontology; vertebrate and invertebrate biology. Detailed information may be obtained from the Chair of the Graduate Selections Committee, Department of Zoology, Richards Hall, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019-6121.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for admission must submit a Report of Scores on the Graduate Record Examination Aptitude Test in addition to the other credentials required by the Graduate College. The advanced subject test is strongly recommended. Prospective students may obtain information about times and places for the examination from the University Counseling and Testing Services, University of Oklahoma, or from the Educational Testing Service, Box 955, Princeton, New Jersey 08540. Deadline for completed applications is January 15, but later applicants can be considered if openings are available. Students whose native language is not English must submit scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language and the Test of Spoken English.
PREREQUISITES FOR FULL GRADUATE STANDING
The student must meet the general requirements stated in the graduate section of this catalog, and must present at least 24 semester hours of credit in biological science. The student must have completed: one course in calculus (equivalent of Mathematics 1823 or 1743); one year of college physics (equivalent of Physics 2414, 2424 or 2514, 2524); and organic chemistry (equivalent of Chemistry 3012 and 3013 or 3053, 3152, and 3153). Courses needed to fulfill requirements of full graduate standing cannot be taken on a pass-no pass system of grading and should be completed within two semesters. During the week prior to enrollment in the first semester of graduate work each student takes an Advisory Examination which will cover the major fields of zoology (anatomy/physiology, genetics/evolution, ecology/behavior, and cell biology/development). Results of the advisory examination are used to evaluate the student’s background in zoology.
During the first academic year of graduate work, the student must have completed all requirements for full graduate standing and must have made an agreement with a faculty member to serve as major professor.
A student working toward an advanced degree must do so upon a background of knowledge which covers the basic principles of zoology. A student in a graduate degree program must complete a course in professional aspects of biology (Zoology 6012), and a course in biostatistics (Zoology 4913 or equivalent). An introduction to biochemistry is strongly recommended (Chemistry 3653, or Chemistry 5753 or equivalent), as is a course in evolution (Zoology 3013 or equivalent). Graduate programs are arranged in conference with an advisory committee.
Summer study at acceptable biological stations or research laboratories or as a member of an approved field research party is strongly recommended. Graduate credit may be given for this work. The University of Oklahoma maintains a biological station at Lake Texoma, and graduate courses are offered there each summer.
Degree Requirements
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE
A student must meet the general requirements for the master’s degree as stated in the Graduate Bulletin. A student may complete a minor in a relevant field or achieve an advanced level in at least one field in support of the special field of interest.
The Department of Zoology requires the completion of a thesis. The degree program consists of at least 30 hours, of which six may be credited toward research. The comprehensive examination over all of the work offered for the degree, including the thesis, is oral.
MASTER OF NATURAL SCIENCE DEGREE
Students interested in teaching science in the secondary schools are referred to the degree of Master of Natural Science. Zoology is one of the fields which may be used to meet requirements of this degree.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE
Work leading to the Ph.D. degree is offered in certain fields. Detailed information may be obtained from the Chair of the Graduate Selections Committee of the department. Doctoral programs are individually planned by the student’s advisory conference. Minimal requirements that apply to all doctoral programs are the attainment of an advanced level of achievement in a special field of interest and at least two supporting fields.
Research skills are approved by the student’s advisory conference.