Established in 2011, Class Council was created with the intention to serve and unite each class at the University of Oklahoma. Class Council members act as class ambassadors to provide outlets and opportunities for students to engage in the campus culture through social and educational programming.
Class Council was developed as a retention initiative by the Graduation Office to engage students in social opportuinites across the OU's campus. Class Council was moved under the Division of Student Affairs in 2019. Since then, Class Council has collaborated with with various on-campus organizations to facilitate peer-to-peer connections that allow students to find a sense of belonging within their class and the university as a whole, aligning with the mission of Student Affairs.
The mission of Class Council is to connect students to their peers and the university through social and educational events. Through these events, OU students gain access to resources that will assist and encourage them in their success and persistence at the university.
Class Council aims to remind students that, regardless of whether or not they choose to participate in other organizations, they can always identify and participate as a member of their graduating class.
Unity - Class Council strives to provide a sense of pride among our members and our peers on campus. We want everyone to identify with a cause, group or team on campus and we serve as the resource to get you connected.
Connection - Networking with peers is something that Class Council offers as a way to feel connected to campus. We work towards connecting you to the mission, values, and opportunities at the University to build an affinity for OU and make OU feel like home.
Experience - We encourage all OU students to participate in class experiences with us. These include OU Dance Marathon, Relay for Life, University Sing, Sooner Scandals, The Big Event, etc. This allows us to create an inclusive environment that welcomes all students.
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Class Council is made up of the 7 executive members, 4 class committees and their members. Members work within their committee to create and implement events that are tailored to the needs of each class represented at OU, with the goal of increasing unity among each class and OU as a whole.
All OU students are encouraged to apply. After submitting your application, you will participate in the interview process. Students accepted to Class Council will be placed in the class committee they most identify with.
Plan events for your class, with your class! Join your class committee today.
Applications are currently closed.
There are many opportunities to connect to the University of Oklahoma as a member of the Class of 2025. Connections made both inside and outside the classroom can lead to an improved experience for students as they transition to OU. These connections can create the foundation for your success at OU and last well beyond your college experience. Look for ways to connect.
Sophomore year is a great opportunity to branch out from the foundation you built during your first year as an OU student. With a year already under your belt, take time to explore both your field of study and campus life to find out where your interests and passions lie.
Your junior year is usually when both your course work and campus involvement are focused within certain areas. You begin to take classes that are major specific, and are able to invest in areas of campus life you enjoy.
During your last year of college, you are most likely working on projects or research to showcase as part of your professional portfolio. Invest in your coursework and your field of study by working with your professors outside of class on the material you are covering in class, but also opportunities for networking in your future profession. Invest in the organizations you are a part of to ensure the success of other members after you graduate.
If you have any questions regarding Class Council, feel free to visit our office or contact us.
Oklahoma Memorial Union (OMU)
Conoco Phillips, Student Leadership Center
Office 284
Class Council Exec hold weekly office hours.
Email: transitions@ou.edu
