Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025
Management, Graduate School Office, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Zoom and ITV classrooms.
PIONEER EVENT CENTER: The 93,000 square foot, 3,400-seat event center is home to the SWOSU basketball and volleyball programs and is used for a variety of purposes including banquets, classes, meetings, trade shows, concerts, and more. As the premier event center in western Oklahoma, the Pioneer Event Center hosts nearly 100,000 guests each year. The event center is a glowing example of the support of the community of Weatherford for SWOSU and its students. Via the “Yes Weatherford” campaign, the citizens of Weatherford along with the student body and private resources funded the project. QUANAH PARKER CENTER: This facility houses laboratories, classrooms, and offices for the Department of Nursing and the Department of Psychology. RESIDENCE HALLS: There are five residential facilities located throughout the SWOSU campus and are assigned to full-time resident students. These buildings include Black Kettle Hall, Stewart Hall, Oklahoma Hall, Mann Hall (North and South towers), and Neff Hall. The Residence Life office is located at the southwest corner of Neff Hall. SCIENCE BUILDING: The "Old Science Building" is the oldest structure on campus. The building has been remodeled and air-conditioned since its construction in 1909. It houses the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, the Department of Social Sciences, and the Allied Health Sciences program. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places. STANLEY VESTAL BUILDING: The native stone structure was built in 1941. Recently renovated, it serves as a picturesque reminder of an earlier period and is the home of Bulldog Central. STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION OFFICES: Located near the north entrance on the first floor of the Memorial Student Center. All students are welcome to visit the offices. It is typically staffed by SGA members during normal business hours. SWOSU MAIN STREET BUILDING: SWOSU purchased this building in downtown Weatherford in 2009. The building houses the Weatherford area Chamber of Commerce and the SWOSU museum. SWOSU STRENGTH & CONDITIONING CENTER: The training center for all SWOSU Athletic programs. The Strength & Conditioning Center is located on 8 th street and just south of the Pioneer Event Center. In September of 2014 the facility was expanded by 2,500 square feet to the south end, bringing its total size to 7,500 square feet currently.
ED AND WINNIE OLA BERRONG MUSIC HALL: This building includes facilities for practice rooms, as well as large rehearsal rooms and classrooms. It also houses classrooms and facilities for the Music Therapy Division. FINE ARTS CENTER: The 1,376-seat auditorium with support facilities for theatre and music activities, including rehearsal space and faculty offices, was completed in 1985. The Margaret Renz Replogle addition, completed in 1986, provides practice rooms and houses the Department of Music. GENERAL THOMAS P. STAFFORD CENTER: This 65,000 square foot building was dedicated in 1996 in honor of astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, a native of Weatherford. The building contains the Bernhardt Lecture Hall, 10 classrooms, 5 computer labs, and 2 seminar rooms. The Everett Dobson College of Business and Technology, the Department of Business, and the Department of Computer Science occupy the third floor of the building. The second floor houses the offices of Information Technology Services, Advising and Retention Services, Career Exploration, Retention Management, the Student Success Center, Admissions and Recruitment, New Student Orientation, Student Financial Services, and the Dean of Students and Director of Student Activities. HILLTOP THEATRE: Completed in 2008, this 9,500 square foot theatre was made possible by the Oklahoma Higher Education “Futures Under Const ruction” Capital Bond Program. The theatre is located just west of the Fine Arts Center. HPE/RANKIN WILLIAMS FIELDHOUSE: This building houses a basketball gymnasium with a seating capacity of 2,500, a swimming pool, classrooms and offices, and dressing rooms for athletic teams and classes. In January 2008, the Rankin Williams Field House Court was renamed Kelli Litsch Court. An addition to the building, completed in 1982, provided a second gymnasium. The former psychology department area was renamed the Cecil Perkins Football Complex in 2012. JERRY & MARGARET HODGE CENTER FOR PHARMACY & RURAL HEALTH: The 58,000-square-foot Hodge Center located on the northeast corner of campus is home to several university and community health programs and services, including the College of Pharmacy, the Center for Rural Health, and a health clinic. It is named in honor of Jerry and Margaret Hodge, who in 2020 donated $5 million to the project. Funds from the “Yes Weatherford” sales tax campaign and the Oklahoma legislature via the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) also made construction possible. Construction on the building started in 2022. JOHN HAYS ADMINISTRATION BUILDING: This building contains the offices of the President, Vice President for Administration and Finance, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Vice President for Student Services, Assistant Vice President for Public Relations & Marketing, Academic Records, Business Services, Human Resources, Institutional Research, Payroll, Sponsored Programs, and Veteran & International Student Services, MARY MABRY SAVAGE APARTMENTS: Located in the southwest area of the campus, these one-bedroom units provide housing for full-time students that are either married or with dependents. MEMORIAL STUDENT CENTER: Located on the main floor is Duke’s Diner (cafeteria), the Bulldog Beanery (coffee shop), and the University Grill, which includes The Corner Bakery (breakfast items), Arrezzio’s Italian Café (pizza), Brandy’s Grill (hamburgers & fries), Casa Solana Mexican Cantina, and the Strip Joint (chicken strips). Adjacent to the University Grill is a recreational area. The Student Government Association offices are located near the north entrance on the first floor. On the second floor are the Ballroom, East Ballroom, and the Bonny Board Room for banquets and meetings. Also located on the second floor are the Student Union Directo r’s office and Auxiliary Services office, where you can get your official university I.D. made, change meal plans, and purchase off-campus plans. The Food Service Director’s office is in the southeast corner of Duke’s Diner. Located downstairs on the southeast side of the Memorial Student Union is the Upward Bound offices.
TECHNOLOGY COMPLEX: Located in the northeast quadrant of the campus, it houses the Department of Engineering Technology.
TIMOTHY T. DAY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CENTER: This building is located at the corner of 7 th and Davis just west of the Milam Stadium. The facility has the following rooms: Redbud Hall (main large room), Sunflower Room (just off the kitchen), the Mesquite Room, and the Dogwood Room, which are used for breakout rooms and small groups. The facility is used for seminars, workshops, banquets and special events. WALTER STROTHER BUILDING: Completed in 1975, this facility houses specialized laboratories, classrooms, and offices for the College of Pharmacy. WELLNESS CENTER: Health Services, Counseling Services, Intramural offices, and a concession area surround a complete workout facility consisting of three basketball courts, a cardiovascular wing, a free weight room, classrooms, a 33-foot freestanding rock wall, and a meeting area for students. The Wellness Center also houses the new eSports arena located in the northwest area of the building.
RESIDENCE LIFE & HOUSING INFORMATION AND REGULATIONS
At SWOSU, residential living is a significant part of the university experience, designed to support student success. Our program focuses on academic success, civic and community engagement, social and recreational involvement, healthy relationships, inclusive communities, and personal wellness. Additionally, the residential community offers a variety of options for leadership, peer relationships and employment.
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