EMPOWER

Degree 0 Support

Before Initial Enrollment

During the process of orientation to the university, students may be required to take a placement test to determine the best mathematics course for their first semester at OU. In support of this orientation, EMPOWER invites students to:

• Receive review materials on topics from the placement test. 
• Study events (called Math ‘Til You Drop) throughout the summer ahead of their fall enrollment.
• Ask individualized questions via email or a one-on-one appointment with a math-retention specialist.

Transfer students who need to place into a mathematics course are also invited to receive review materials and have the opportunity for one-on-one appointments if unable to attend Math ‘Til You Drop study events during the summer semester.

Degree 1 Support

During The First Year

After students begin their coursework, EMPOWER is available for review in the following ways:

• Mentorship, review, and open support hours to students enrolled in Math Catalyst courses.
• Review workshops and Math ‘Til You Drop events for 1000-level math courses:
  • MATH 1503
  • MATH 1523
  • MATH 1823

Degree 2 Support

From The Second Year Through Graduation

Students need most of the math they have learned during their major coursework. Some topics might need more review than others. EMPOWER offers support to faculty and students in these major-related courses in the Gallogly College of Engineering in a number of ways. Currently in pilot stages, participating faculty are in consultation about targeted reviews for their classes, which might include:

• In-class review sessions
• Canvas modules with additional resources
• Attendance at outside-of-class workshops
• Online homework sets
• Other options as requested by and collaborated on with faculty