Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Student Organizations

OU Cousins

Established in January 2003, HSC Cousins provides understanding, friendship and unity among American and International/Exchange students on the HSC campus. The program provides numerous venues for social interaction and opportunities for cultural exploration.

Cousins originally began in 1995 when Molly Shi Boren, First Lady of The University of Oklahoma, asked an international student about their experiences in the United States and their interaction with American students. His response was, "That was one thing I didn't get to do." This conversation was unsettling to President and Mrs. Boren and soon prompted the development of a committee to create what would become the "OU Cousins" program.

Active participation in HSC Cousins includes attending the official Cousins activities (approximately 4 are held each semester), spending informal time with your HSC Cousin (for example: meeting your cousin for lunch or a meal, taking a study break together, doing something social together, etc.), maintaining communication with your Cousin via phone and/or e-mail, sharing traditions of your culture, and being committed to participate once you are matched.

To see events for Fall 2005/Spring 2006, visit the Student Events Calendar.

HSC Cousin Application (domestic or international) (pdf)
Host Family Application (pdf)

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