Allied Health Student Handbook

The handbook can be found on the College of Allied Health website.
https://ahstudenthandbook.ouhsc.edu/default.aspx

Preface

The OU Health Sciences Center Allied Health Student Handbook 2025-2026 is a PDF document with embedded bookmarks. Simply click on the main heading or section number on the Table of Contents or Index.

Please note, the information contained in this handbook may change from time to time by action of appropriate segments of the University.

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UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
Originally approved: July 2016

1 - College of Allied Health History

Updated: 7/12/2024

A School of Health- Related Professions, approved by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education in 1967 and activated in 1970, was initiated to integrate, correlate, and coordinate the several allied health programs already existing in the then Medical Center, and those that might develop in the future. In 1971, the University of Oklahoma Medical Center became the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC), and all schools on the Health Sciences Center campus were designated as colleges. The School of Health-Related Professions became the College of Allied Health Professions.
Initiation of the School of Dentistry, the School of Health, and the School of Health-Related Professions was a forward step in advancing the concept recommended by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education that the Medical Center milieu be expanded and developed into a comprehensive educational center for the health sciences.
The College of Health and Allied Health Professions was created in July 1973 by combining the College of Public Health and the College of Allied Health Professions into a single college. In July 1974, the title of the combined college was shortened to the College of Health, but the functional organization of Allied Health Professions and Public Health was maintained as separate schools headed by directors within the College. On July 1, 1981, the College of Health was separated into its previously existing units: the College of Allied Health and the College of Public Health.
In 1998, the College of Allied Health extended its occupational therapy and physical therapy programs to the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center-Tulsa Campus. In 2000 the Tulsa students moved to the OU-Tulsa Schusterman Campus. In 2006, the College extended its sonography program to the OU-Tulsa Schusterman Campus, and in 2007 extended its radiography program to OU-Tulsa; however, the radiography program on the OU-Tulsa campus was suspended in 2016. In 2009, a new College of Allied Health building was completed at 1200 N. Stonewall Avenue in the heart of the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center campus, and the College of Allied Health relocated to its dedicated College building.
The College of Allied Health is the first of the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center colleges to offer undergraduate and graduate web-based degree programs.

2 - Mission

Updated: 7/12/2024

We promote a culture that develops health professionals who enrich the lives of diverse people and communities through interprofessional education, discovery, and care.

3 - Belonging Statement

Updated: 5/28/2025

The College of Allied Health values and embraces an environment of belonging and assumes responsibility to model through its actions mindfulness and respect for all. The College is committed to creating and maintaining an environment of belonging that extends to everyone.

4 - Academic Programs in the College of Allied Health

Updated: 5/28/2025

The College of Allied Health (CAH) offers course work at the baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral level, and in certificate programs covering a wide variety of specialties in health care.
Programs available by Department include:
Allied Health Sciences (AHS)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D. with specialization in Nutritional Sciences or Rehabilitation Sciences)
Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD)
Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders (B.S.) Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.)
Master of Arts in Speech Language Pathology (M.A.) Doctor of Philosophy in Audiology (Ph.D.)
Doctor of Philosophy in Speech Language Pathology (Ph.D.)

Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (MIRS)

Bachelor of Science in Radiation Sciences (B.S. MIRS – Radiation Sciences)
Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences - Nuclear Medicine (B.S. MIRS - Nuclear Medicine)
Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences - Radiation Therapy (B.S. MIRS - Radiation Therapy)
Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences - Radiography (B.S. MIRS - Radiography)
Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences - Sonography (B.S. MIRS - Sonography)

Nutritional Sciences (NS)

Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences (B.S.) for eligible Master of Arts students only
Master of Arts in Dietetics (M.A.)
Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences (M.S.) Dietetic Internship (Certificate)
Certificate in Applied Nutrition
Certificate in Applied Pediatric Nutrition
Certificate in Applied Sports Nutrition

Rehabilitation Sciences (RS)

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.) Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
Doctor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences (D.Sc.)

5 - Academic Integrity and Standards

5.1 - Academic Integrity

Updated: 7/12/2024

The College of Allied Health is committed to a culture of trust and individual accountability. At the foundation of this culture are the principles of truth, fairness, respect, and responsibility. Personal responsibility in all dimensions of teaching and learning result in principled people with shared standards, which assure that the allied health professions consist of practitioners with character. The choices that practitioners make shape their character and their practice. Consequently, in the College of Allied Health community, integrity in all aspects of professional education and personal development is a shared value. Individual acts that are in conflict with this shared value of integrity are subject to the Academic Misconduct Code of the University of Oklahoma. Please also see Regents' Academic Integrity Policy and Academic Misconduct Code policies in the OUHS Faculty Handbook, Sections 4.17-4.18.

5.2 - College Standards

Updated: 5/28/2025

To maintain good standing and to be eligible for graduation in the College of Allied Health, the student must meet each of the following minimum standards of performance:

A minimum grade of C or S in each program course.
A grade point average of 2.50 or higher each semester.
A cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or higher while enrolled in an academic program in the College.
A grade point average of 2.50 or higher in all required courses in the academic program in which the student is enrolled.
Satisfactory professional performance and behavior.
Satisfactory progress, as determined by the Academic Progress Committee and the Dean.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Master of Science (M.S.) Graduate College programs in the College of Allied Health must comply with the academic standards of the University of Oklahoma Graduate College, which are printed in the Graduate College Bulletin.

6 - Academic and Professional Progress Policies

Updated: 5/28/2025

Students receive and may solicit counsel on their academic and professional progress from their department faculty or program director throughout the semester. The judgment of satisfactory academic and professional progress of each student is vested in the faculty of the department.
To monitor academic and professional progress, each department has an Academic Progress Committee (APC) consisting of teaching faculty of the department. The APC will meet at the end of each semester, and more often if needed, to review the progress of each student.

The APC analyzes each student’s overall academic, clinical, and professional performance and makes recommendations in writing to the Dean regarding each student’s academic and professional progress. The APC may recommend that the Dean commend, promote, retain, place on or continue probation, suspend, or dismiss a student. Recommendations may also include, but are not limited to:

Individualizing course sequence and selection.
Modifying standard timing and sequence of coursework.
Repeating courses.
Adding courses to strengthen basic competencies.
Assigning specialized academic and/or clinical projects.
Making program modifications to allow for higher-level work and advanced studies for students making exceptional progress.

When a student's semester grades and/or clinical and/or professional performance do not constitute required progress, that student is informed of the recommendations of the Academic Progress Committee by letter from the Dean, which includes the Dean’s decision and necessary sanctions.

6.1 - Professional Performance and Behavior

Updated: 7/12/2024

College of Allied Health students in an academic and clinical environment are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. They should respect the dignity of each individual with whom they are associated. The following considerations are intended to supplement, not replace, any code of professional performance and behavior that might exist in the College of Allied Health program in which the student is enrolled.

6.1.1 - Professional Dress Code

Updated: 7/12/2024

Students assigned to clinical rotations will comply with the regulations regarding personal appearance and dress established by the clinical faculty/organization with which they are associated and by the College of Allied Health department in which they are enrolled.
Students who are not on specific rotations but whose daily activities may require them to be in a clinical environment for portions of the day should be familiar with the regulations regarding personal appearance and dress and should use discretion and judgment in complying with these regulations to the best of their ability.
Attire for students not in a clinical environment shall be appropriate for a student aspiring to their particular profession, yet should also allow for performance of the activities associated with coursework and related educational experiences.

6.1.2 - Professional Conduct

Updated: 7/12/2024

Anticipation of all situations arising in the academic or clinical setting and in the interaction of students with the professional and/or patient community is impossible. However, the basic guidelines outlined below in conjunction with specific guidelines established by the departments in the College of Allied Health should provide direction to students in how to conduct themselves in a professional manner.
Self-discipline is required in student relationships with patients, peers, supervisors, and other members of the professional community. Personal preference and interests must be secondary to patient care. Failure to observe professional standards of practice is unacceptable and may result in academic sanctions and/or disciplinary action. Additionally, the student may be subject to legal actions by the patient and/or clinical site.

Student actions, comments, and personal appearance must be tailored to project an image of confidence, cooperation, and trust.
Students should maintain a pleasant, courteous, and respectful attitude toward others in both the academic and clinical settings.
Students must preserve the confidentiality of patients’/clients’ medical and personal history at all times. Students should reflect at all times a concern for the rights and welfare of patients/clients and their families.
Students should consider the behavior of the patient/client, even if overly belligerent or otherwise disagreeable, in the context of the patient’s illness and handle the situation accordingly.
Students should be respectful of and responsive to faculty and staff and should observe the defined line of authority with respect to clinical assignments and activities.
Students are expected to abide by established procedures of their particular discipline regarding performance, patient treatment, and departmental duties in the clinical environment.
Students should avoid the use of inappropriate language in academic and clinical settings.
Students must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs when in the academic or clinical environment.
Students should avoid the use of tobacco products.
Students should not discuss personal matters with or around patients. Students must avoid personal biases in all circumstances.
Students should avoid interruption of patient care to question or dispute orders in the clinical setting. Students may request clarification of any written or verbal order, but only at an appropriate time. If the student strongly disagrees with orders given by clinical personnel, the course of action should follow one of the following depending on standard rules and procedures of the discipline.
- Perform their immediate duties, including the ordered treatment, and then consult their clinical coordinator in order to resolve the misunderstanding or disagreement, or
- Request to be excused from doing the treatment and report immediately to their clinical coordinator to resolve the issue.

Please also see Regents’ Professionalism policy in the OUHS Faculty Handbook.

6.1.3 - Prohibited Conduct

Updated: 7/12/2024

Generally, the imposition of discipline shall be limited to conduct that adversely affects the College community’s pursuit of its educational objectives, violates or shows disregard for the rights of individuals within the College community, or damages property. College officials charged with enforcement of these regulations shall have the authority in execution of such enforcement duties, to perform such acts as are required to maintain the security, well-being, safety, or tranquility of the College community, its members, and its guests. The following conduct is subject to disciplinary action:

Intentional disruption or obstruction of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary proceedings or other College or University activities.
Verbal or physical abuse of any person on University premises or at College or University-sponsored or College or University-supervised functions.
Failure to display professional behavior on University premises or at College or University-sponsored or College or University-supervised functions.
Failure to comply with lawful directions of University officials acting in performance of their duties.
Mis-use of University property to include but not be limited to university technology (computers, DE equipment), fire alarms, fire equipment, and elevators.
Destruction, unauthorized removal, theft, defacement of property, or possession of stolen property owned by the University, including trees and shrubbery, or property leased to or controlled by the University, such as art work or decorations, whether or not it occurs in conjunction with a prank or college rivalry here or on another campus.
Littering on University property.
Possession or use of firearms, fireworks, explosives, or incendiary devices of any description including air rifles and pistols, on the University campus.
Hazing or physical or mental harassment, in any form on or off the campus.
Unauthorized participation in, agitation for, or instigation of an activity that interferes with ingress or egress from University facilities; interrupts any activity of the University or College, including classes; damages property, or breaches the peace of the University community in its normal functioning.
The use, possession, sale, or distribution of controlled or illegal substances.
Defacement by writing, drawing, or marking of any kind upon any permanent interior or exterior wall or sign, or similar vertical surface, in any medium, including chalk, felt-marker, etc., or any writing, drawing, or marking of any kind in any permanent medium, such as paint, upon any sidewalk, mall, patio, terrace, or street, except as authorized.
Disturbance of the public peace.
Other conduct considered Academic Misconduct.

6.2 - Management of Student Professional Behavior

Updated: 7/12/2024

Student professional behavior is managed according to the Student Professional Behavior in an Academic Program Policy found in Appendix C.3 in the OUHS Faculty Handboook.

7 - Academic Appeals

Updated: 7/12/2024

All academic appeals will be handled according to the process outlined in the OUHS Student Handbook.

8 - General College and University Policies

8.1 - Completion of Academic Work for Others

Updated: 7/12/2024

Any member of the staff or faculty who writes, compiles or otherwise completes academic assignments for use by or sale to students of the University shall be discharged from employment. Any student who writes, compiles or otherwise completes academic work for use by or sale to students of the University or any student who uses or sells a commercial term paper to complete academic assignments is subject to the Academic Misconduct Code.

Please also see Regents’ policy in the OUHS Faculty Handbook, Section 4.19.

8.2 - Electronic Devices

Updated: 7/12/2024

All students are required to behave in a professional and respectful manner while in class and clinic. Because of interference with classroom technology, electronic communication and entertainment devices, must be turned “off” while in class.

8.3 - Electronic Media & Copyright

Updated: 7/12/2024

Students shall not post or forward photos, comments, or other forms of course related material of OU faculty, students, clinical personnel, or patients to ANY web-based social media sites without the person’s written permission or the patient’s written authorization. Students should be especially careful to avoid discussing any information protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Any student found to have posted, supplied, or forwarded copyright or protected materials for postings on web-based communication sites without written permission or authorization shall be subject to disciplinary action.

8.4 - Graduation Requirements

Updated: 7/12/2024

The following requirements must be met in order to be eligible for a bachelor's degree from the College of Allied Health:

Each student must satisfactorily complete the requirements of graduation prescribed by the College and major department.
A student must take a minimum of 30 semester credit hours at the University of Oklahoma, exclusive of correspondence and extension courses. At least 15 of the final 30 hours applied toward the bachelor’s degree must be satisfactorily completed in residence at the University.
At least 60 hours acceptable toward graduation must be earned at an accredited senior institution. At least 48 semester hours of upper-division courses (courses numbered 3000 or above) must be earned. Lower division work is not acceptable for upper division requirements.
The student must complete the requirements for any given professional curriculum in the College of Allied Health within five calendar years from the time the student is first enrolled in that professional program.
A student must attain a cumulative 2.50 grade point average or above on all work attempted, including a 2.50 average on all program course work in the College.
Each student who began college work in Fall 1990 or later, must have completed the 40-48 hours of University General Education Requirements, which includes at least one upper-division course outside of student’s major and a senior capstone experience.
A student who began college work in Fall 1998 or later, must demonstrate computer proficiency, which includes the competent use of a variety of software and networking applications.
A student following program requirements for 2022-2023 or later, must have completed the Core V First Year Experience. This requirement is waived for a student with an Associate in Arts or Science degree from an accredited Oklahoma college or university or for a student pursuing a second bachelor's degree.
The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education requires that all students graduating from institutions in the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education, before they are awarded a baccalaureate degree of any type, must have completed at least 6 semester hours of college credit in American history and government. This requirement is waived for a student with an Associate in Arts or Science degree from an accredited Oklahoma college or university or for a student pursuing a second bachelor's degree.
Responsibility for meeting graduation requirements lies with the student.
The student must make application for the degree by the deadline for the semester in which the student plans to graduate.
A student may receive a second bachelor’s degree from the College. In order to receive a second degree, a student must spend at least two semesters in residence and complete at least 30 additional hours in the College. These 30 hours must be in addition to the total number of hours completed by the student for the first degree from the College. A student may have to complete more than 30 hours in order to complete all professional courses for the second degree.

The following requirements must be met in order to be eligible for a certificate, or masters, or doctoral degree from the College of Allied Health:

Each student must satisfactorily complete the requirements of graduation prescribed by the College and major department.
The student must complete the requirements for any given professional curriculum in the College of Allied Health within eight calendar years from the time the student is first enrolled in that professional program.
A student must attain a cumulative 2.50 grade point average, including a 2.50 average on all program course work in the College.
Responsibility for meeting graduation requirements lies with the student.
The student must make application for the degree by the deadline for the semester in which the student plans to graduate.

To ensure these conditions will be met, the student and the student’s advisor should periodically make a degree check with the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.
College of Allied Health students who graduate in the summer may participate in the spring commencement of the University and convocation of the College.

Please also see OUHS graduation guidelines in the OUHS Student Handbook, Section 5.

9 - College of Allied Health Student Computing Information

Updated: 7/12/2024

A copy of the College's student computing policies and procedures is available online. The document defines policies, procedures and practices regarding computing and computer usage in the College of Allied Health and addresses the following areas: hardware equipment, software, special equipment, purchases and upgrades, maintenance and care, virus protection, security, network access, training and support, systems administration and disaster recovery. By following these directives, each user reduces the likelihood of data or property loss and contributes to a safe and productive computing environment.
Please pay special attention to these sections. A link to the entire handbook is also provided below.
ecial attention to these sections. A link to the entire handbook is also provided below.

Complete CAH Student Computing Policies and Procedures

9.1 - Campus Resources

Updated: 7/12/2024

IT heldesk:

Oklahoma City Campus: 405.325.HELP
OU-Tulsa Schusterman Center: 918.660.3550

Pam Farmer
Academic Technology Director
On-line Instructional Support, Canvas, and College Webpages
pam-farmer@ouhsc.edu
405.271.8001 Ext 43412

Gina Vile
Instructional Designer
On-line Instructional Support, Canvas, and College Webpages
gina-vile@ouhsc.edu
405.271.8001 Ext 41171

Jeremy Foster
Intermediate Technology Support Specialist
jeremy-foster@ouhsc.edu
405.271.8001 Ext 43412

Joe Takacs
Technology Support Analyst
joseph-takacs@ouhsc.edu
918.319.1060 or 918.830.1027

Rodell Smiley
AV Specialist
rodell-smiley@ouhsc.edu
405.271.8001 Ext 43412

College Computer Labs
OKC: Student Union and Library
Tulsa: Shared campus lab (1C65) | Additional computers located in the Library Computer Classroom (3110)

Shared Classrooms (DE Classrooms in Bold)
OKC: AHB 1046, 1047, 1117, 2038 (VERT), 2039, 2045, 2046, 2049, 2050, 2056, 2058, 2059, 2060, 2065
Tulsa: Learning Center, Founders Hall, Auditorium/115, 135-145, 220-231, Bldg 1: 1D04, 1D18, 2C33, 2E29, 1F15, 1G13, 1H02, Bldg 3: 3100, 3102, 3104, 3106, 3108, 3109, Bldg 4: 4201, 4211, 4216, 4314, 4320

10 - Student Awards and Honors

A broad summary of College of Allied Health student awards and honors is provided. For a complete listing of awards, honors, and scholarships, please visit the CAH website at http://alliedhealth.ouhsc.edu/.

10.1 - Allied Health Ambassadors

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Allied Health Ambassadors program was established in 2005 and is comprised of CAH students who are the College’s ambassadors. The Allied Health Ambassadors represent exemplary students of the College who are involved in three areas of College of Allied Health life: student recruitment, alumni activities, and public relations.
Applications for Allied Health Ambassadors are accepted each fall. In order to apply, a student must be nominated by a CAH faculty member. The student is then sent an application. The selection committee chooses 10 (8 OKC and 2 Tulsa) students for each class.

For more information visit online or contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at alliedhealth-info@ouhsc.edu.

10.2 - Alpha Epsilon Lambda

Alpha Epsilon Lambda (AEL) is a national honor society for graduate and professional students which recognizes academic excellence and leadership. The mission of Alpha Epsilon Lambda is to:

confer distinction for high achievement,
promote leadership development,
encourage intellectual development and promote scholarship,
enrich the intellectual environment of graduate education institutions, and
encourage high standards of ethical behavior.

The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center received its Charter in 1994. Minimum requirements for graduate student membership in the society include:

current enrollment in a degree granting program in the Graduate College
doctoral students at or near completion of all didactic coursework and successful completion of qualifying exams
master's students who have completed 20 hours toward the degree
grade point average placing you in the top 35% of master's and doctoral students within each individual college
record of leadership and service to graduate students, graduate student organizations, and/or community service organizations.

For additional information about AEL, go to their website.

10.3 - Alpha Eta Society

Updated: 7/12/2024

Alpha Eta is the national honor society for the allied health professions. The purpose of Alpha Eta is to recognize student excellence in academic programs and to promote leadership and scholarship in the allied health professions.

The University of Oklahoma chapter was founded in 1982.

To be eligible for membership an undergraduate student must have a GPA of 3.5 or above; professional and graduate students must have at least a 3.8 GPA. Ten percent of the graduating students are accepted for membership each year.

Alpha Eta conducts an induction ceremony each fall and sponsors a student research poster exhibit in the each spring. For more information contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at alliedhealth-info@ouhsc.edu.

10.4 - Alumni Leadership Award for the Outstanding First Year Student

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Alumni Leadership Award for the Outstanding First Year Student is awarded to a first year student in the College of Allied Health enrolled in a graduate, professional or undergraduate program. Applicants must have a 3.0 or higher OUHS grade point average. Selection criteria are leadership in the academic program, contribution to the discipline/profession, and demonstrated contribution to the College of Allied Health.

For more information contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs at alliedhealth-info@ouhsc.edu.

10.5 - Banner Carrier for College of Allied Health (OU Commencement)

Updated: 7/12/2024

A banner carrier is a student who leads the procession of graduates of the College during commencement and convocation ceremonies. Representing graduates of the College on the President’s platform during the commencement ceremony, the banner carrier is awarded a diploma symbolically presented to represent all graduates of the College of Allied Health. The student is selected by the Dean and must have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.

10.6 - Big Man/Big Woman on Campus

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Big Man and Big Woman on Campus awards are chosen annually in recognition of those students deemed outstanding by the selection committee comprised of faculty, staff, and students. Recipients are chosen based on outstanding achievement in one or more of the following areas of involvement: leadership, service, honors or academics.
JUNIORS and SENIORS (4th or 5th year) are eligible for this award. It is awarded in the spring and recognized at Norman Campus Awards Ceremony and the OUHS Campus Awards Ceremony.
Anyone interested may contact Student Development at 405.325.4020 or the OUHS Student Affairs at 405.271.2416 or visit online.

10.7 - Crimson Club

Updated: 7/12/2024

Crimson Club members are the University of Oklahoma's student ambassadors. They come from all corners of the University: diverse in majors, background, and ethnicity. Each member is carefully identified as having outstanding leadership potential and a great pride in the University.
Each spring, Crimson Club begins the search for a new group of future ambassadors. In order to apply, a student must be nominated by either an OU faculty/staff or a current Crimson Club member. The student is then sent an application. The top applicants are invited for an interview with the Crimson Club Executive Committee who then choose each year's class of between twenty and thirty students.

Visit online or call 405.271.2416 for more information.

10.8 - Dean’s Award

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Dean’s Award was established in l984. The award recognizes exemplary performance by College of Allied Health students in academics, clinical performance, leadership, and service. Nominations are considered in April.

10.9 - Dean’s Honor Roll

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Dean’s Honor Roll for students in the College of Allied Health is compiled at the close of each fall and spring semester. It includes undergraduate and professional students who have completed at least twelve grade point hours and have earned an average of 3.5 or higher during the semester, provided they have no W, I or N grades for that semester; and graduate students who have completed at least nine semester hours of graded graduate level coursework, and have earned a grade point average of 3.8 or higher during the semester, provided that they have no W, I or N grades for that semester.

10.10 - Graduating with Honors

Updated: 5/28/2025

Undergraduate students will follow the policies outlined in the OUHSC Student Handbook for conferral of degrees with Latin Honorifics.

Professional degree students graduating with at least a 3.8 cumulative grade point average in their professional program who have not been subject to disciplinary action will be graduated with Outstanding Distinction.

10.11 - 4.0 Medallion Honor

Updated: 7/12/2024

Undergraduate and professional students who earn a 4.0 cumulative/overall GPA are eligible for this distinct honor. These students are individually recognized for academic excellence during commencement and convocation ceremonies. Students receive a commemorative medallion to be worn during graduation activities.

10.12 - Golden Key Honor Society

Updated: 7/12/2024

To be eligible for membership, a student must have at least 30 credit hours and have maintained a 3.40 GPA. Applications are available from the OUHS Student Affairs, SU 300 or call 405.271.2416 for more information.

10.13 - Graduate Student Association - Outstanding Masters Thesis and Doctoral Dissertation Award

Updated: 7/12/2024

Any student who is receiving an M.S. (thesis option) or Ph.D. degree is eligible for this award. Only one nomination per degree per department is accepted. All nominations must be evaluated by a departmental or college screening committee and the selected nominee forwarded to the Graduate College. There is one Ph.D. award worth $1,000.00 and an inscribed certificate; and one M.S. thesis award worth $500.00 and an inscribed certificate. The selection committee may elect not to award all the available prizes. Deadline for submitting nominations is the end of February. Awards are announced at the OUHS Student Awards Ceremony.

10.14 - Honors Program

Updated: 7/12/2024

The University Honors Program offers academically talented undergraduates the opportunity to enroll in honors-designated courses, which lead to a degree cum laude, magna cum laude, or summa cum laude. The educational opportunities include honors-designated sections of lower-division courses (Norman campus only), division honors seminars and colloquia, and honors reading and research courses. The goal of this program is to challenge academically talented students and to enable them to attain deeper understanding of and greater degree of commitment to their intellectual goals. In order to graduate with honors, students must satisfy requirements of their degree-granting college and their department as well as satisfying the requirements of the OU Honors Program. Students who successfully complete all requirements of the University’s Honors Program and who attain a cumulative OU grade point average of at least 3.8 will be granted summa cum laude; those with cumulative OU grade point average of at least 3.6, but less than 3.8, will be graduated magna cum laude; and those with cumulative OU grade point averages of at least 3.4, but less than 3.6, will be graduated cum laude.

10.15 - Letzeiser Award

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Letzeiser Awards are presented annually in memory of the late Alexander Letzeiser as a stimulus of good citizenship and achievement. The selections are made each year by a student/faculty/staff committee and are based on leadership, scholarship and service to the university and community. Thirteen (13) outstanding senior men and thirteen (13) outstanding senior women are selected for the Letzeiser Honor List. Three medals, bronze, silver and gold are presented to three (3) men and three (3) women who are selected as the most outstanding.
Only graduating seniors are eligible for this award. It is awarded in the spring and recognized at Norman Campus Awards Ceremony and the OUHS Campus Awards Ceremony.

If interested please contact Student Development at 405.325.4020 or the OUHS Student Affairs at 405.271.2416 or visit online.

10.16 - Mortar Board

Updated: 7/12/2024

Faculty members may nominate only junior students with a minimum grade point average of 3.0. The selection of recipients is based upon service, scholarship, and leadership. Information sheets are available for candidates for the first three weeks in February.

10.17 - Multicultural Awards

Updated: 7/12/2024

The OUHS Office of Student Affairs recognizes students annually with multicultural awards for undergraduate, professional, and graduate students.

Multicultural Student Awards~ Undergraduate
Eachstudent must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher as of the Fall term and be eligible to graduate from his or her respective college or program in the Winter, Spring or Summer term of the current year.

Multicultural Student Awards~ Graduate
Eachstudent must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher as of the Fall term and be eligible to graduate from his or her respective college or program in the Winter, Spring or Summer term of the current year.

Multicultural Student Awards~ Professional
Eachstudent must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher as of the Fall term and be eligible to graduate from his or her respective college or program in the Winter, Spring or Summer term of the current year.

Applications for the multicultural awards are available early February in the OUHS Student Affairs office located in Student Union, Suite 300. Visit o nline or call 405.271.2416 for more information.

10.18 - OU Parents’ Association Outstanding Senior Award

Updated: 7/12/2024

Each year the University of Oklahoma Parents’ Association recognizes the All-Around Outstanding Senior Man and Senior Woman at the University. Additionally, the Association presents an Award of Merit to the Outstanding Senior of each undergraduate college as selected by the college Dean. The selection procedure for the Outstanding Senior in each college is at the discretion of each Dean but is based on outstanding achievement in the following areas: scholarship, honors, awards, leadership and service to the university and community. A committee comprised of faculty, staff and students selects the All- Around Outstanding Senior Man and Senior Woman. All applications from each college are considered for this honor.
Students graduating with their first Bachelor’s Degree are eligible for consideration. The honor is awarded in the fall semester and recognized at the Dad’s Day Celebration on the Norman campus. In the spring, award recipients will be recognized at the Norman and OUHS Campus Awards Ceremony.

If interested please contact Student Development at 405.325.4020 or the OUHS Student Affairs at 405.271.2416 or visit online.

10.19 - OU Parents’ Association Outstanding Senior Mother Award

Updated: 7/12/2024

All undergraduate student mothers who are currently enrolled in at least 12 hours and plan to enroll full-time for both the fall and spring semesters are eligible to apply for this award. Selection will be based on outstanding achievement in one or more of the following areas: academics, university and community involvement, leadership, service and honors and awards. The selection committee will be composed of the executive officers of the OU Parents’ Association and staff from the Division of Student Affairs. The award includes a $1,000 scholarship and recognition at the Norman Campus Awards Ceremony during Mom’s Weekend held in the Spring.

If interested please contact Student Development at 405.325.4020 or the HSC Student Affairs at 405.271.2416 or visit online.

10.20 - OUHS Outstanding Student Leadership Awards

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Outstanding Student Leadership awards are chosen annually in recognition of those students deemed outstanding campus leaders by the selection committee composed of OU faculty and staff. The selection is based on leadership, campus involvement, professional development, and community service. Those selected as Outstanding Student Leadership Award winners receive a cash award.
Applicants must have earned a 3.0 grade point average or higher, be currently enrolled full-time on the OUHS campus and be planning to graduate in December, May or August. Each of the seven OUHS Colleges selects an outstanding student from the application pool.

Applications for the award are available early February in the OUHS Student Affairs office located in Student Union, Suite 300. Visit o nline or call 405.271.2416 for more information.

10.21 - OUHS Outstanding Student Organization Award

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Outstanding Student Organization award is chosen annually in recognition of an organization, which has served not only the OUHS Campus but has served the Oklahoma City community as well.

Applications for the award are available early February in the OUHS Student Affairs office located in Student Union, Suite 300. Visit online or call 405.271.2416 for more information.

10.22 - PE-ET – OU TOP 10 Senior Honor Society

Updated: 7/12/2024

Established by students on April 10, 1910, membership into PE-ET (pronounced “pay et”) is based on service, scholarship and leadership. Candidates must be of junior standing (completed at least 72 credit hours) at the University of Oklahoma and will be of senior standing for the next academic year. Applicants must have a minimum 3.25 cumulative grade point average in addition to a faculty recommendation to apply. Deadline to apply is January. Each year, ten juniors will be selected and initiated.

If interested please contact Student Development at 405.325.4020 or the OUHS Student Affairs at 405.271.2416 or visit online.

10.23 - Phi Kappa Phi

Updated: 7/12/2024

Phi Kappa Phi is a national honor society, which recognizes and encourages superior scholarship in all academic disciplines. Established in l897, the Society is named from the initial letters of the Greek words forming its adopted motto, “Let the love of learning rule mankind”. Admission to the Society is by invitation only; and only Junior students ranking in the upper 7.5%, seniors and graduate students who are scholastically in the upper 10% of the class in their degree granting college may be considered for invitation into the Society. Nominations are solicited in February. For information contact the OUHS Office of Admissions & Records, Robert M. Bird Health Sciences Library, 121 or call 405.271.2359.

10.24 - President’s Honor Roll

Updated: 7/12/2024

Each semester, the President of the University of Oklahoma recognizes students with an excellent academic record for the current semester. The President’s Honor Roll is only for undergraduate students who made a 4.0 grade point average and were enrolled in at least 12 semester hours. These hours exclude any pass/fail credit. A letter from the President and a certificate is sent to each student.

10.25 - Regents’ Award for Outstanding Junior

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Regents’ Award for Outstanding Juniors will be presented to selected individuals who have excelled in the areas of scholarship, character, leadership and service to the university community during their junior year at the University of Oklahoma. This award is the highest award bestowed to juniors by the university community.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

completed a minimum of 72 credit hours;
earned a 3.25 grade point average or higher and
be currently enrolled full-time (minimum of 12 credit hours).

If your credit hours classify you as a senior but you are a "junior by years" - it is recommended that you complete the Regent's Award for Outstanding Juniors application.

It is awarded in the spring and recognized at Norman Campus Awards Ceremony and the OUHS Campus Awards Ceremony.

If interested please contact Student Development at 405.325.4020 or the OUHS Student Affairs at 405.271.2416 or visit online.

10.26 - Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities

Updated: 7/12/2024

Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges awards are chosen annually in recognition of those students deemed outstanding by the selection committee comprised of faculty, staff, and students. Recipients are chosen based on outstanding achievement in one or more areas of involvement: leadership, service, honors or academics.

To be eligible for consideration, a student must be scheduled to receive his or her Bachelor’s degree in the Winter, Spring or Summer term. Graduate students are also eligible for this recognition.

If interested please contact Student Development at 405.325.4020 or the OUHS Student Affairs at 405.271.2416 or visit online.

11 - Campus Services, Requirements, and Resources

11.1 - Office of Academic and Student Affairs Office

The College of Allied Health’s Office of Academic and Student Affairs supports students, faculty, and staff on both campuses in various aspects including, but not limited to, student advisement, admission, enrollment, grades, graduation, and classroom/technical support. The office also supports the College of Allied Health Student Association and its operations and activities.

Oklahoma City
College of Allied Health Building, Room 2009
Phone: 404-271-6588
Tulsa
OU-Tulsa Schusterman, Room 2D27
Phone: 918-660-3274

Website

11.2 - Academic Departmental Offices

Updated: 7/12/2024

Locations for the departmental offices in the College of Allied Health are:

Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD)
College of Allied Health Building 3091, 405.271.4214
Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (MIRS)
College of Allied Health Building 3021, 405.271.6477
OU-Tulsa Schusterman 2D25, 918.660.3277
Nutritional Sciences (NS)
College of Allied Health Building 3057, 405.271.2113
Rehabilitation Sciences (RS)
College of Allied Health Building 3092, 405.271.2131
OU-Tulsa Schusterman 2D25, 918.660.3277

11.3 - Bicycle Parking

Updated: 7/12/2024

Bicycle racks are installed at various locations surrounding the buildings on both the OUHS and OU-Tulsa campuses. Parking bicycles, mopeds and other small vehicles within the buildings violate parking policies and will be subject to tow-away.

11.4 - Building Access

Updated: 7/12/2024

Students may generally access the OU-Tulsa Schusterman Center and the OUHS College of Allied Health buildings 24 hours a day by using the Sooner OneCard. The Sooner OneCard is the official identification card for library access, door access, facilities entrance, and athletic event entrance.

11.5 - Bulletin Boards

Updated: 7/12/2024

Bulletin boards are available to post general student and program information. A bulletin board for Tulsa students is located directly outside the 2nd floor labs in room 2D12 and at the west end of the 2 E hallway. Students must receive approval to post items on bulletin boards from the Office of Academic and Student Affairs. Oklahoma City bulletin boards are adjacent to each department in the College of Allied Health Building. To place information on these bulletin boards, students must get the approval of the appropriate department chairperson or designee or the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.
Posting guidelines include:

All postings (notices, announcements, memo, etc.) should be placed on designated bulletin boards.
Do not post on wooden doors, painted walls, or the glass doors/windows at building entrances. Tape adhesive damages wood and painted finishes. Old tape on glass surfaces creates an unsightly appearance.
Exception to this policy may be made for temporary urgent postings (room changes, class cancellations due to illness, etc.). These notices may be placed on or near the door to the room; however, masking tape should be used (not transparent tape), and the notice should be removed promptly after serving its purpose.

The electronic bulletin board is also available to post general student information. For approval to place information on the electronic bulletin board, students must contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.

11.6 - Bus and Trolley Services

OU Parking and Transportation Services provides bus and trolley services for the Oklahoma City campus. Routes are published online.

11.7 - Campus Police and Public Safety/Inclement Weather Policy

Updated: 7/12/2024

The Campus Police and Public Safety’s OKC and Tulsa websites include policies and procedures of interest to students regarding right to know, general safety, hazardous weather, and emergency services. Information regarding campus closing due to hazardous weather is announced on the OUHS home page and is available at 405.271.6499 (OKC) and 918.660.3999 (Tulsa) and through the University’s Emergency Communication System (ECS). The University of Oklahoma’s Emergency Communication System (ECS) enables the University to send time-sensitive notifications about emergency situations including building refuge and egress to all students, faculty, staff, and identified campus affiliates. These urgent messages will be transmitted to all available voice service, e-mail and text messaging options. You must sign up for text alerts at https://ouhsc.edu/ecs/. Students in clinical assignments are considered professionals-in-training and are learning the responsibilities of health care providers whose services are vital to patients, clinics and hospitals. Therefore, they too are responsible for meeting their obligations regardless of inclement weather unless relieved of these duties by their instructor/clinical supervisor.

Occasionally inclement weather will necessitate campus closure as dictated by the OUHS Provost and OU-Tulsa President. If inclement weather is predicted, please check your campus websites to ascertain the status of your campus. Students should also receive notification from ECS via text, phone, and/or email. Students are expected to monitor these sites to determine if classes are to be held. Failure to do so may not be accepted as an excuse for a missed exam or assignment. Students in Departments and Programs located on the two separate OUHS and OU-Tulsa campuses should refer to their Department Handbook for the guidelines in how class, labs, clinics, and other scheduled curriculum responsibilities will be handled when one campus is closed and the other is open.

11.8 - Clinical Requirements

Updated: 7/12/2024

The College is affiliated with many facilities to provide the clinical education experience for students. Each facility may have requirements that students must satisfy unique to that facility including criminal background checks and drug testing.

Criminal History: Criminal background check is required of all OUHS students. Many clinical facilities require background checks, including a check of the sex offenders list. It is the student’s responsibility to annually complete the criminal background check as instructed by the College and clinical coordinator. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain the background check for presentation to the clinical facility personnel. Students with adverse findings may be disciplined in accordance with established University policy.
Drug Testing: Drug screening is required of all OUHS students in designated programs as many clinical facilities require students to pass a drug test. It is the student’s responsibility to comply with the necessary procedures and consent forms for the required drug screening. Students who fail to adhere to the drug testing deadline established by the College will be suspended from all classes until clearance documentation is received.

Lack of timeliness in completing the background check and drug test may delay a student’s participation in the scheduled clinical experience. Failure to pass a background check or drug test will prevent a student’s participation in the scheduled clinical experience and may delay or prevent licensure and/or certification in the professional discipline.
Medical professionals adhere to ethical standards and core values and must protect themselves and their patients through proper immunizations. No clinical site will host a student without the proper immunizations as spelled out in our affiliation agreement contract. Students who cannot complete clinical experiences will not be able to complete the program requirements nor graduate. Students who cannot satisfy immunizations per requirements to progress through the curriculum should choose an alternate college plan.

11.9 - Copy Machines

Updated: 7/12/2024

In Oklahoma City, copy machines are located in the OUHS Robert M. Bird Library. In Tulsa, the copy machines are located in the OU-Tulsa library and in the OU-Tulsa PC lab (room 1C65).

11.10 - Counseling Services

The goal of the University Counseling Services is to improve the quality of students' lives. Qualified professionals provide individual and marital counseling, psychological and academic testing, presentations on topics such as study strategies and stress management, and assistance with finding off-campus treatment services. More information for Oklahoma City students is available online or by calling 405.271.2416. More information for Tulsa students is available by calling 918.660.3109 or online.

11.11 - Environmental Health and Safety Training

All students must annually complete the online Environmental Health and Safety trainings and submit a certificate of completion through the appropriate process as communicated by their program. It is recommended that students retain a copy of this certificate for their personal education records.

11.12 - Health Insurance

Updated: 7/12/2024

Students in the College of Allied Health are required to carry health insurance and show evidence of coverage which must be maintained as long as the student is enrolled at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Effective June 2017, all students enrolled in OUHS programs must purchase the Student Health Insurance Plan or submit a waiver, each semester, to show alternative coverage via the Student Health Insurance waiver program by the 10th business day after the first day of classes. If not compliant within ten days, the student may, at the discretion of the College, be suspended from classes and/or rotations until proof of coverage is provided. In such event, the student may miss academic or clinical work, classes, or rotations, which may prevent the student from successfully completing a particular class, rotation, academic requirement, or semester. Information about student health insurance plans is available online. For additional information on student health insurance, contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.

11.13 - Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Updated: 7/12/2024

All enrolled students must annually complete the online HIPAA training and submit a certificate of completion through the appropriate process as communicated by their program. It is recommended that students retain a copy of this certificate for their personal education records. The HIPAA training must be completed within thirty (30) days from the first day of classes unless the department or college requires earlier completion, and annually thereafter.

The HIPAA Privacy Regulations established national standards regarding uses and disclosures of protected health information and place stringent requirements on practitioners and researchers to protect the privacy of patients and research participants and selected others. Additional information about HIPAA is available online, and the University’s Protection of Health Information Policies and Procedures Manual is available online.

When completing assignments that include patient-related information, students must follow these guidelines:

Maintain confidentiality concerning all protected health information;
Restrict the use and/or disclosure of protected health information, even though permitted, to the minimum necessary to accomplish the intended educational purpose.
De-identify patient films or paperwork by removing identifying information such as the following, before leaving the clinical setting:
- All names
- All addresses including street, city, county, zip code, email address, URLs, Internet Protocol address
- All dates (except year) including birth date, admission date, discharge date, procedure date, etc. and all dates including year of birth for patients or research participants 90 or older
- All numbers including medical record, health plan, account, certificate/license, vehicle identifiers, device identifiers and serial numbers, telephone, fax, social security, etc.
- Biometric identifiers and photographic images
- All other unique identifying numbers, characteristics or codes

For questions regarding HIPAA or compliance in general, contact the department or the Office of Compliance at 405.271.2511.

Please also see HIPAA information in the OUHS Student Handbook, Section 3.

11.14 - Injury in Clinic

Updated: 7/12/2024

The College of Allied Health requires all students to have health insurance coverage while enrolled at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Evidence of insurance coverage should be presented by the student for emergency room services. For blood/body fluid exposure, students should follow these guidelines:

If the exposure occurs Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., the student should report the incident to his/her clinic supervisor and clinical coordinator, AND
An Oklahoma City campus student should report to the OU Physicians Student Health & Wellness Clinic located at 825 NE 10th Street in Oklahoma City within an hour of the incident. If the blood/body fluid exposure occurs after-hours, weekends, scheduled holidays, or other times when the Student Health & Wellness Clinic is closed, the student should immediately go to the nearest hospital emergency room and seek treatment. The following weekday morning, the student should contact the Student Health & Wellness Clinic at 405.271.9675 to complete an incident report, OR
A Tulsa campus student should immediately notify the OU-Tulsa Student Health Clinic at 918.660.3102. If the blood/body fluid exposure occurs after-hours, weekends, scheduled holiday, or other times when the Student Health Clinic is closed, the student should immediately contact the nearest hospital emergency room and seek treatment. The following weekday morning, the student should contact the OU-Tulsa Student Health Clinic at 918.660.3102 to complete an incident report.

For other accidents/injuries: The incident should be reported to the clinic supervisor and clinical coordinator. Oklahoma City students should seek treatment at the Student Health & Wellness Clinic, 405.271.9675. Tulsa students should seek treatment at the OU-Tulsa Student Health Clinic, 918.660.3102.

11.15 - Liability Insurance

Updated: 7/12/2024

All College of Allied Health students having patient contact are required to carry general liability insurance (malpractice). The College has one policy for all students, with limits of liability of $1,000,000 each claim, $5,000,000 aggregate. Coverage is September 1 to August 31, and the College of Allied Health Student Association pays the cost of this policy for students. For additional information, contact the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.

11.16 - Libraries

The University of Oklahoma has outstanding library resources for Health Sciences Center degree students. Information is available online.

11.17 - Lockers

Lockers are available for each student in Oklahoma City. Lockers are located throughout the College of Allied Health building. Students are responsible for any items placed in their lockers, and are provided a combination lock at orientation. Students are charged a $6.00 replacement fee for lost combination locks. The University is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

11.18 - Religious Holiday Observance

Updated: 7/12/2024

It is the policy of the University to excuse student absences that result from religious observances unless such an accommodation would cause undue hardship to the educational and/or university process. In accordance with the procedures stipulated by each college to accommodate varying clinical and educational differences, students must make requests for accommodation of religious holidays in writing within the first week of the term in which the course/clinical experience is offered. Approved accommodations will be provided without penalty for rescheduling of examinations and/ or required clinical, lab, or class work that may fall on religious holidays.

11.19 - Writing Center

The Writing Center is located in the Student Union in Oklahoma City and at OU-Tulsa as a resource for students. More information is available online for students.

11.20 - Related OUHS Student Resources

Updated: 7/12/2024

Information about additional student resources is available online at h ere for Oklahoma City students and here for Tulsa students. These include:

Admissions and Records
Athletic Tickets
Bursar’s Office
Campus Police
Counseling Services
Financial Aid
Fitness and Recreational Services
Health Insurance
Health Services
Housing
HSC Student Affairs
HSC Student Union
Identification Cards (Sooner OneCard)
International Student Services
Library
Loan and Scholarship Disbursement
Parking
Veteran Services

12 - Tuition and Fee Information

12.1 - Related OUHS Tuition and Fee Information

Updated: 7/12/2024

The OUHS Office of the Bursar is responsible for assessing and collecting student fees and tuition and provides policy information (online) including:

Deadlines and Penalties
Bursar’s Office Hours of Operation
Loan and Scholarship Disbursement
Obligation and Collection (of Student Fees)
Oklahoma State Regents Refund Policy for Withdrawal and Add/Drop
Student Fee Refund Policy
Regents Fee Refund Policy for Students Entering Military Service
Student Health Fee Exemptions

12.2 - Required Tuition and Fees

Updated: 7/12/2024

A breakdown of tuition and fees can be found here.

Total program cost estimates can be found here.

Regents’ Policy on Obligation and Collection of Student Fees can be found in the OUHS Student Handbook, Section 2.14.

13 - Enrollment

13.1 - Enrollment Policies & Regulations

Updated: 7/12/2024

Students are not permitted to enroll in College of Allied Health courses unless they have been admitted to the College. Students admitted to other degree programs within the University may be permitted to enroll in a College of Allied Health course provided they have the necessary prerequisites for the course and have received special permission from the course instructor, the department, and the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.

Please also see OUHS enrollment policies in the OUHS Student Handbook, Section 3.6.

13.2 - Class Schedules and Course Catalog

Class schedules and the course catalog for the OU Health Sciences Center are available online.

14 - Student Organizations

Updated: 7/12/2024

Participation in a student organization gives students opportunities to expand and enhance their overall educational experience, improve social life, gain self-confidence, acquire leadership skills, and learn how to function as a member of a group or a team. Students should explore the various student organizations offered and become actively involved.

14.1 - College of Allied Health Student Association

Updated: 7/12/2024

The purpose of the College of Allied Health Student Association is to:

represent the students of the College as a leadership organization, in regulation and coordination of student governance;
promote interest in and loyalty to the College;
conserve and propagate the ideals and traditions of the health professions;
serve as a platform for cooperation and collaboration among students, faculty, and administration; and to
promote honesty and individual achievement

The Student Association's legislative power is vested in the student-elected department representatives. Four students from each department are elected each year to serve as representatives. Alternates are also elected to serve when the elected department representative is absent from Association meetings. Students elect Association officers and representatives to the OUHS Student Senate each year.
Student governance in the College is an important aspect of student life. With an annual budget derived from student activity fees, the Student Association is engaged in a number of social events, community service activities, and educational programs. Involvement in these activities is a precursor and preparation for lifelong responsibilities associated with all health science professions.

14.2 - Other College of Allied Health Student Organizations

Recognized student organizations in the College include:

Alpha Eta Honor Society
College of Allied Health Student Association
Colleges Against Cancer
Dietetic Student Association
National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Nuclear Medicine Seniors
Nuclear Medicine Juniors
Radiography Seniors
Radiography Juniors
Radiation Therapy Seniors
Radiation Therapy Juniors
Rehabilitation Sciences Student Association
Rehabilitation Sciences Year 3
Rehabilitation Sciences Year 2
Rehabilitation Sciences Year 1
Sonography Seniors
Sonography Juniors
Student Academy of Audiology (SAA)
Student Occupational Therapy Association
Student Physical Therapy Association

14.3 - OUHS Student Government Association

Updated: 7/12/2024

The OUHS Student Government Association (OUHSSGA) is the student organization that represents all students at the Health Sciences Center. The Association maintains WebPages at o nline to keep students informed of its activities and structure and to publish its constitution and bylaws.

14.4 - OU-Tulsa Student Government Association

The OU-Tulsa Student Government Association (OUTSGA) is the student organization that represents all students at the OU-Tulsa campus. The Association maintains WebPages online to keep students informed of its activities and structure and to publish its constitution and bylaws.

14.5 - Sales and Fundraising Activities

Students should obtain a copy of the Request for Fundraising Form online or from the Office of Academic and Student Affairs to request approval for fundraising activities.

Guidelines for using the Schusterman Center or College of Allied Health buildings for fundraising include:

All activities must comply with the above form.
All promotional material must be placed on bulletin boards, or attached with masking tape to washable surfaces. Nothing is to be placed on glass doors or windows.
Sales stands must not impede the flow of traffic or create a safety hazard in the building.
Sales stands must be placed far enough from classrooms so noise does not interrupt classes.
Promotional material must be removed immediately after sales have been completed.
Participants of sales or other events must clean area before leaving.
All advertisement of fundraising must include the following statement: This [EVENT/PROJECT] is a project of [INSERT RSO NAME] and is not sponsored or endorsed by the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center or the College of Allied Health. If you have any questions about this event, please contact [NAME] at [EMAIL/PHONE].
College of Allied Health students will be notified that ALL fundraising emails must include the standard disclaimer as noted above. The Executive Director of Student Affairs will monitor ALL fundraising email messages and require students make corrections to the message to meet fundraising policies and procedures.

With regard to the rules and regulations for the use of other buildings on Oklahoma City or Tulsa campuses, check with the Office of Academic and Student Affairs.

14.6 - Procedures for Outside Bank Accounts

If a Registered Student Organization has self-generated funds (such as from a fundraiser or membership dues) that have not been comingled with University funds, those monies may be used to make otherwise unallowable purchases. For example, if the organization wishes to do a football ticket giveaway, provide door prizes, or give an award for attendance, you could not do that with Student Government Association funds, but you could with self-generated funds.

In order to spend self-generated funds, Registered Student Organizations may opt to set up the organization’s accounts at local banking institutions. Organization advisers should be involved with any outside accounts set up to help ensure proper financial records are kept and any necessary taxes are filed.
To set up a local bank account, a Registered Student Organization will be required by the bank to provide personal information. Please be mindful of student leadership turnover and what is best for all persons involved. Alternatively, the organization may obtain a federal identification number to use for banking purposes. Form SS-4 will require a responsible party’s name and Social Security number.

Registered Student Organizations are not permitted to use the University of Oklahoma's tax ID number. Please note that becoming tax exempt is a very involved process that may or may not be beneficial for a registered student organization. If it is desired, the student organization will need to obtain the services of an outside lawyer or accountant. HSC Student Affairs does not (and cannot) provide these services for groups. It is imperative that the organization's adviser be highly involved with the registered student organization regarding financial decisions of this nature.

Funds generated from dues, assessments, and fund-raising events or any other revenue-generating activity and deposited into a university account will be reviewed for University fiscal allowances set forth by HSC Administration & Finance.

Student groups who hold fundraising events in University facilities may be required to pay a facility fee. All Student Activity Fee funds must be handled through the University.

For questions, please contact: Katherine Cooley, Senior Accountant, HSC Student Affairs

(405) 271-2416 | Katherine-Cooley@ouhsc.edu

15 - College of Allied Health Student Association Bylaws

Bylaws for the College of Allied Health Student Association can be found here.

16 - HSC Student Government Association’s Constitution

The HSC Student Government Association’s Consititution can be found here.

17 - OU-Tulsa Student Government Association

The OU-Tulsa Student Government Association’s Constitution can be found here.

18 - College of Allied Health Administrative Offices

Updated: 5/28/2025

Dean’s Office
Jane Wilson, Ph.D., Dean
AHB 3150
405.271.2288
Lance Leonard, MBA, Associate Dean – Administration & Finance
AHB 3150
405.271.2288
Vince Lepak, PT, DPT, CWS, CES, FACCWS, Associate Dean for Tulsa Programs
OU-T 2F13 918.660.3275
Franklin Hays, PhD, Associate Dean for Research
AHB 3064
405.271.2113
Academic and Student Affairs
Mark L. Britton, PharmD, MDiv, BC-ADM, FASHP, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
AHB 1009
405-271-6588
Wade M. Hensley, M.Ed., Assistant Dean of Student Affairs
AHB 1009
405-271-6588
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Andrew John, Ph.D., Chair
AHB 3091
405.271.4214
Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
Vesper Grantham, M.Ed, RT(N), CNMT, Chair
AHB 3021
405.271.6477
Nutritional Sciences
Kevin Sauer, Ph.D.,Chair
AHB 3057
405.271.2113
Rehabilitation Sciences
Josh Williams, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, SCS, CSCS, Interim Chair
AHB 3092
405.271.2131