University Catalogue: 2009-10
Multidisciplinary Programs
The program in Chemistry with Business Emphasis is multidisciplinary by the nature of its requirements. Information about this program is found in the Chemistry Department.
In addition, several multidisciplinary programs are offered for students in Liberal Arts or Education. Inquiries addressed to the Dean of the College will be forwarded to the committee or the department responsible for directing the program.
Programs with Majors and Minors
MAJOR: AMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 530-201)
This major provides opportunities for study of the cultures, values, history, and contemporary life of the indigenous nations and peoples of North America. Through courses from a variety of disciplines and interaction with American Indian professionals, elders, peers, and other educators, students will develop abilities and enhance their knowledge and understanding in accordance with university and tribally defined standards of excellence.
The major is designed to offer a range of courses to meet the needs of students: (1) who wish to enter a profession related to tribal affairs; (2) who have decided to pursue graduate study; (3) who are American Indian students who want to learn more about their culture and heritage; and (4) who are drawn to the major because of its broad interdisciplinary perspective. In addition, the major and minor in American Indian Studies are designed to complement degree programs in Nursing, Education, Business, Social Work, and courses from a range of disciplines.
Thirty-six semester credits in American Indian Studies courses, including:
| AIS 101 | Introduction to American Indian History and Cultures |
| AIS 102 | Introduction to American Indian Expressive Cultures |
| AIS 480 | Capstone Course |
Remaining credits selected from:
| AIS 111 | Studies in American Indian Languages I |
| AIS 112 | Studies in American Indian Languages II |
| AIS/Engl 142 | Introduction to Literature of the American Indian |
| AIS/Anth 161 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
| AIS/Hist 240 | American Indian History |
| AIS/Engl 242 | The American Indian in Literature and Film |
| AIS/Pols 250 | American Indian Politics |
| AIS 291 | Special Topics |
| AIS/Geog 322 | Native Geographies |
| AIS/ArtH 324 | Native Art of the Americas |
| AIS/Anth 325 | North American Indians |
| AIS/Rels 330 | Indigenous Religions of the Americas |
| AIS/ArtH 335 | Ancient Art and Architecture of Mexico and Central America |
| AIS/ArtH 337 | Art of Tawantinsuyo |
| AIS/Engl 345 | American Indian Autobiography |
| AIS/Engl 346 | Major Works in American Indian Literature |
| AIS 395 | Directed Studies |
| AIS 399 | Independent Study |
| AIS/Hist 468 | Studies in American Indian History |
| AIS/Hist 482 | Wisconsin Indian History |
| AIS 491 | Special Topics |
| AIS 498 | Internship |
| AIS 499 | Independent Study |
Seminars and special topics courses dealing with American Indians will also be given consideration for credit.
General Education Note: General Education credit for cross-listed courses is based on the home department (e.g., AIS/Engl 345 gains GE-IVD credit as English is the home department).
Students should consult one of the following program advisers to plan a schedule of classes and to receive information on new courses and updates in program requirements: W. Geniusz, Director of American Indian Studies (HHH-150), Professors D. Barker (HHH-426) English, J. Oberly (HHH-713) History, or R. St. Germaine (HHH-712) History.
MINOR: AMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 530-401)
The minor is designed to provide both American Indian and non-Indian students with an understanding of the distinctive life-styles, the philosophical and religious systems, and the art and literature developed by American Indian tribes and individuals.
Twenty-four semester credits, including:
| AIS 101 | Introduction to American Indian History and Cultures |
| AIS 102 | Introduction to American Indian Expressive Cultures |
Remaining credits selected from:
| AIS 111 | Studies in American Indian Languages I |
| AIS 112 | Studies in American Indian Languages II |
| AIS/Engl 142 | Introduction to Literature of the American Indian |
| AIS/Anth 161 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
| AIS/Hist 240 | American Indian History |
| AIS/Engl 242 | The American Indian in Literature and Film |
| AIS/Pols 250 | American Indian Politics |
| AIS 291 | Special Topics |
| AIS/Geog 322 | Native Geographies |
| AIS/ArtH 324 | Native Art of the Americas |
| AIS/Anth 325 | North American Indians |
| AIS/Rels 330 | Indigenous Religions of the Americas |
| AIS/ArtH 335 | Ancient Art and Architecture of Mexico and Central America |
| AIS/ArtH 337 | Art of Tawantinsuyo |
| AIS/Engl 345 | American Indian Autobiography |
| AIS/Engl 346 | Major Works in American Indian Literature |
| AIS 395 | Directed Studies |
| AIS 399 | Independent Study |
| AIS/Hist 468 | Studies in American Indian History |
| AIS/Hist 482 | Wisconsin Indian History |
| AIS 491 | Special Topics |
| AIS 498 | Internship |
| AIS 499 | Independent Study |
Seminars and special topics courses dealing with American Indians will also be given consideration for credit.
General Education Note: General Education credit for cross-listed courses is based on the home department (e.g., AIS/Engl 345 gains GE-IVD credit as English is the home department). For course descriptions, see listing under American Indian Studies Major.
Students should consult one of the following program advisers to plan a schedule of classes and to receive information on new courses and updates in program requirements: W. Geniusz, Director of American Indian Studies (HHH-150), Professors D. Barker (HHH-426) English, J. Oberly (HHH-713) History, or R. St. Germaine (HHH-712) History.
LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES MAJORS
By pursuing a broad yet in-depth course of study, Latin American Studies majors are well equipped to enter many fields and occupations as teachers in the United States or Latin America, as business people sensitized to Latin American history and culture, or as journalists or government employees where contact with Latin America or Latin Americans in the United States is important. Those subsequently receiving professional degrees (e.g., in law or medicine) also could benefit from the background provided by the Latin American Studies major.
The spectrum of courses within the multidisciplinary curriculum of Latin American Studies provides students with the knowledge and skills to meet the academic goals of the university while preparing them to become engaged in activities relevant to Latin America and Latino communities in the United States. Majors develop language proficiency in Spanish and have a broad range of courses from which to choose in art history, economics, foreign languages, history, and political science. The major is well suited for students who plan to:
(1) pursue careers which require residence in or knowledge of Latin America (e.g., business, journalism, government, NGOs, travel industry);
(2) teach Spanish in Early Childhood through Adolescence classrooms; and/or
(3) pursue graduate work in Latin American studies or other disciplines where a Latin American specialization would be helpful (e.g., Hispanic literature, political science, economics, history, art history).
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES,
Liberal Arts (Code 340-002)
Minimum 60 semester credits including:
| Required courses-minimum of 20 credits: | |
| LAS 150 | Introduction to Latin American Studies |
| LAS 450 | Capstone for Latin American Studies (minimum one credit) |
| Span 202 or 232 | Intermediate Spanish II or Communication in the Professions II |
| Span 301 | Advanced Composition |
| Span 302 | Advanced Conversation and Composition |
| Span/LAS 352 | Contemporary Spanish American Civilization |
| Span/LAS 367 | Survey of Spanish American Literature |
and at least five credits but no more than nine credits from the following: |
|
| Span/LAS 312 | Latinos in the U.S. |
| Span/LAS 476 | The Novel in Spanish America I: 1850-1950 |
| Span/LAS 477 | The Novel in Spanish America II: 1950-present |
| Span/LAS 480 | Spanish American Literature and Film |
| Span/Wmns 482 | Women in Spanish American Literature |
| Span 405 | Advanced Conversation |
| Span 410 | Advanced Grammar |
| Span 491 | Special Topics (Latin American topics only) |
Electives-a minimum of 29 credits in the Humanities and Social Sciences: |
|
| ArtH/AIS 335 | Ancient Art and Architecture of Mexico and Central America |
| ArtH/AIS 337 | Art of Tawantinsuyo |
| Econ 355 | Economic Development of the Third World |
| Econ/LAS 356 | Economic Development of Latin America |
| Fltr/LAS 350 | Spanish-American Literature in Translation |
| Geog/LAS 321 | Latin American Geography |
| Hist/LAS 410 | Latin America Through Independence |
| Hist/LAS 411 | Latin America Since Independence |
| Hnrs 304 | Honors Colloquium (when offered as Crossing Borders: Discourses from Latin America) |
| Pols/LAS 319 | Politics of Latin America |
| Pols/LAS 320 | Caribbean Politics |
| Rels/AIS 330 | Indigenous Religions of the Americas |
| or equivalent courses in the study abroad programs | |
Study Abroad: Majors are required to study abroad for one semester in one of the approved programs in Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico (ITESM), Nicaragua/Costa Rica, or an ISEP-Direct program in a Latin American Spanish speaking country or Brazil, or one semester of Spanish language immersion at an accredited institution of higher education.
For advising, see Department of Foreign Languages (HHH-378).
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES,
Teaching (Code 340-003)
Minimum of 60 credits with at least 33 Spanish language credits (including courses cross-listed with Spanish) from:
| Required courses-minimum of 26 credits: | |
| Flg 378 | Seond Language Acquisition Theory |
| LAS 150 | Introduction to Latin American Studies |
| LAS 450 | Capstone for Latin American Studies (minimum one credit) |
| Span 202 or 232 | Intermediate Spanish II or Communication in the Professions II |
| Span 301 | Advanced Composition |
| Span 302 | Advanced Conversation and Composition |
| Span 325 | Phonetics and Pronunciation |
| Span/LAS 352 | Contemporary Spanish American Civilization |
| Span/LAS 367 | Survey of Spanish American Literature |
and 15 credits from the following: |
|
| Span 405 | Advanced Conversation |
| Span 410 | Advanced Grammar |
| Span/LAS 476 | The Novel in Spanish America I: 1850-1950 |
| Span/LAS 477 | The Novel in Spanish America II: 1950-present |
| Span/LAS 480 | Spanish American Literature and Film |
| Span/Wmns 482 | Women in Spanish American Literature |
| Span 491 | Special Topics (Latin American topics only) |
Electives-a minimum of 19 credits in the Humanities and Social Sciences: |
|
| ArtH/AIS 335 | Ancient Art and Architecture of Mexico and Central America |
| ArtH/AIS 337 | Art of Tawantinsuyo |
| Econ 355 | Economic Development of the Third World |
| Econ/LAS 356 | Economic Development of Latin America |
| Fltr/LAS 350 | Spanish-American Literature in Translation |
| Geog/LAS 321 | Latin American Geography |
| Hnrs 304 | Honors Colloquium (when offered as Crossing Borders: Discourses from Latin America) |
| Hist/LAS 410 | Latin America Through Independence |
| Hist/LAS 411 | Latin America Since Independence |
| Pols/LAS 319 | Politics of Latin America |
| Pols/LAS 320 | Caribbean Politics |
| Rels/AIS 330 | Indigenous Religions of the Americas |
| Span/LAS 312 | Latinos in the U.S. |
| or equivalent courses offered in the study abroad programs | |
Study Abroad: Majors are required to study abroad for one semester in one of the approved programs in Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico (ITESM), Nicaragua/Costa Rica, or an ISEP-Direct program in a Latin American Spanish speaking country or Brazil, or one semester of Spanish language immersion at an accredited institution of higher education.
This major is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option C and leads to licensure to teach Spanish in Early Childhood through Adolescence classrooms.
For advising, see Department of Foreign Languages (HHH-378).
MAJOR: LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES,
Liberal Arts (Code 340-202)
Minimum 36 semester credits including:
| Required courses-minimum of 20 credits: | |
| LAS 150 | Introduction to Latin American Studies |
| LAS 450 | Capstone for Latin American Studies (minimum one credit) |
| Span 202 or 232 | Intermediate Spanish II or Communication in the Professions II |
| Span 301 | Advanced Composition |
| Span 302 | Advanced Conversation and Composition |
| Span/LAS 352 | Contemporary Spanish American Civilization |
| Span/LAS 367 | Survey of Spanish American Literature |
and one of the following: |
|
| Span/LAS 312 | Latinos in the U.S. |
| Span/LAS 476 | The Novel in Spanish America I: 1850-1950 |
| Span/LAS 477 | The Novel in Spanish America II: 1950-present |
| Span/LAS 480 | Spanish American Literatures and Film |
| Span/Wmns 482 | Women in Spanish American Literature |
| Span 491 | Special Topics (Latin American topics only) |
Electives-a minimum of 11 credits in the Humanities and Social Sciences: |
|
| ArtH/AIS 335 | Ancient Art and Architecture of Mexico and Central America |
| ArtH/AIS 337 | Art of Tawantinsuyo |
| Econ 355 | Economic Development of the Third World |
| Econ/LAS 356 | Economic Development of Latin America |
| Fltr/LAS 350 | Spanish-American Literature in Translation |
| Geog/LAS 321 | Geography of Latin American |
| Hnrs 304 | Honors Colloquium (when offered as Crossing Borders: Discourses from Latin America) |
| Hist/LAS 410 | Latin America Through Independence |
| Hist/LAS 411 | Latin America Since Independence |
| Pols/LAS 319 | Politics of Latin America |
| Pols/LAS 320 | Caribbean Politics |
| Rels/AIS 330 | Indigenous Religions of the Americas |
| or equivalent courses offered in the study abroad programs | |
Study Abroad: Majors are required to study abroad for one semester in one of the approved programs in Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico (ITESM), Nicaragua/Costa Rica, or an ISEP-Direct program in a Latin American Spanish speaking country or Brazil, or one semester of Spanish language immersion at an accredited institution of higher education.
For advising, see Department of Foreign Languages (HHH-378).
MINOR: LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES,
Liberal Arts (Code 340-402)
Minimum 24 semester credits including:
| Required courses-16 credits: | |
| LAS 150 | Introduction to Latin American Studies |
| Span 202 or 232 | Intermediate Spanish II or Communication in the Professions II |
| Span 301 | Advanced Composition |
| Span 302 | Advanced Conversation and Composition |
| Span/LAS 352 | Contemporary Spanish American Civilization |
| NOTE: Students wishing to pursue a francophone studies component may substitute Fren 354, French History of Civilization, or Fren 355, Contemporary French Civilization, for Span/LAS 352, Contemporary Spanish American Civilization. Additionally, Fren 450, Francophone Literature, is required thereby reducing the number of Humanities and Social Sciences elective credits to five credits. | |
Electives-a minimum of eight credits in the Humanities and Social Sciences: |
|
| ArtH/AIS 335 | Ancient Art and Architecture of Mexico and Central America |
| ArtH/AIS 337 | Art of Tawantinsuyo |
| Econ 355 | Economic Development of the Third World |
| Econ/LAS 356 | Economic Development of Latin America |
| Fltr/LAS 350 | Spanish-American Literature in Translation |
| Geog/LAS 321 | Latin American Geography |
| Hnrs 304 | Honors Colloquium (when offered as Crossing Borders: Discourses from Latin America) |
| Hist/LAS 410 | Latin America Through Independence |
| Hist/LAS 411 | Latin America Since Independence |
| Pols/LAS 319 | Politics of Latin America |
| Pols/LAS 320 | Caribbean Politics |
| Rels/AIS 330 | Indigenous Religions of the Americas |
| or equivalent courses offered in the study abroad programs | |
Study Abroad: Minors are required to study abroad in one of the approved programs: a summer in Cuernavaca (ITESM), or a semester in Costa Rica, Mexico (ITESM) or Nicaragua/Costa Rica, or an ISEP-Direct program in a Latin American Spanish speaking country or Brazil, or in a summer of Spanish language immersion at an accredited institution of higher education.
For advising, see Department of Foreign Languages (HHH-378).
MAJOR: WOMEN'S STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 486-201)
The Women’s Studies program coordinates teaching, research, and scholarship in the field of Women’s Studies. This is a unique academic program that incorporates praxis—practice that is informed by theory and gendered analyses. Women’s Studies is a site of social change/activism as much as theory. It is a discipline in its own right that also draws from many other fields of study.
The unique defining objective in a Women’s Studies major is that it focuses on students’ ability to perform a thorough Gendered Analysis. A Gendered Analysis—which focuses on the intersection of complexities such as sex/gender, ethnicity, social class, sexual identity, ability, religion, and age—is the umbrella under which all specific goals for majors occur. The objectives can be described by two key components, Knowledge (which includes history and theory) and Application (which includes articulation, activism, and ethics).
Women’s Studies majors will become informed, thoughtful, empowered agents of change. In addition, they will be well prepared to pursue graduate work in Women’s Studies and other fields. Most Women’s Studies graduates pursue careers in health, social and human services, education, law, government, and public policy.
The major consists of 36 semester credits, including:
Required courses:
| Wmns 250 | Women's Studies Research Techniques (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 301 | Examining Women's Studies (3 crs) |
| Wmns 305 | Introduction to Feminist Theories (3 crs) |
| Wmns 311 | Discussion Supplement to Wmns 301-Examining Women's Studies (1 cr) |
| Wmns 490 | Current Debates in Theories and Methods of Feminism (3 crs) |
| Wmns 496 | Capstone Seminar for Women's Studies (1-4 crs) |
- Students must take at least one course from Cluster A
and one course from Cluster B. - At least 15 of the 36 credits must be at the 300-400 level.
- Three credits must be taken from the Women of Color/Global
course offerings (marked with *).
Cluster A
| Psyc 336 | Psychology of Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Soc 202 | Women and Men in Society: The Sociology of Gender (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Nrsg 265 | Women's Health Issues (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Biol 309 | Women in the Life Sciences (2 crs) |
| Wmns 310 | Women and Violence (3 crs) |
| Wmns/CJ 317 | Women and the Mass Media (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Econ 337 | Women in the Labor Market (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Pols 351 | Women and Politics (3 crs) |
| *Wmns/Anth 356 | Women in Cross Cultural Perspective (3 crs) |
| *Wmns/Econ 357 | Women and Economic Development (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Math 363 | Studies of Women in Mathematics (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns/375 | EcoFeminism-Women's Studies and Environmental Justice (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Soc 419 | Sociology of Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns 431 | Women and Communication (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 432 | Women and Science (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 433 | Women and Social Science (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns/CI 436 | Education of Girls and Women in the United States (2 crs) |
| Wmns 440 | Lesbian Lives and Cultures (3 crs) |
Cluster B
| Wmns 100 | U.S. Women's Experience: Gender, Race, and Class (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 205 | American Women's History (3 crs) |
| Wmns 210 | Culture of Third Wave Feminism (3 crs) |
| * Wmns 215 | African-American Feminism in the Humanities (3 crs) |
| Wmns 260 | Masculinity Studies and Feminist Theories (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns/Engl 296 | Perspectives on Women's Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Musi 306 | Women in Music (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Engl 332 | Women in African Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Rels 353 | Emancipating Eve and Adam: The Women's Movement in Religion (3 crs) |
| *Wmns/Rels 355 | Women and World Religions (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Phil 377 | Philosophy and Feminism (3 crs) |
| *Wmns/Hist 385 | The History of Middle Eastern Muslim Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 394 | Studies in the History of Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Engl 396 | Studies in Women's Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns 434 | Women and the Humanities (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 447 | Design and Domesticity (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 473 | American Women's History to 1870 (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 474 | American Women's History Since 1870 (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Span 482 | Women in Spanish American Literature (3 crs) |
| Engl 496 | Seminar in Women's Literature (3 crs) |
General Education Note: With the exception of Engl 496, Wmns/Span 482, and Wmns 250, 305, 311, 395, 490, 496, and 498, all Wmns courses may be used to fulfill General Education requirements. Please note that for cross-listed courses, General Education credit is based on the home department (e.g., Wmns/Hist 205 gains GE-IVC credit as History is the home department). Cross-listed courses do not count in the interdisciplinary GE subcategories.
For advising, see Professor K. Rhoades, Interim Women’s Studies Program Coordinator (B-55).
MINOR: WOMEN'S STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 486-401)
The Women’s Studies minor offers students important interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary perspectives on women’s lives. It complements majors in Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Sciences, and Nursing and Health Sciences.
A minimum of 24 semester credits, including:
Required courses:
| Wmns 301 | Examining Women's Studies (3 crs) |
| Wmns 305 | Introduction to Feminist Theories (3 crs) |
| Wmns 311 | Discussion Supplement to Wmns 301- Examining Women's Studies (1 cr) |
| Wmns 496 | Capstone Seminar for Women's Studies (1-4 crs) |
Option 1: Complete one credit of Wmns 496 in conjunction with a capstone/research project with Women’s Studies content in the major, as approved by the Coordinator of Women’s Studies.
Option 2: Complete a minimum of two credits of Wmns 496 (to a maximum of four credits), with one credit devoted to class meeting time and the remaining credit(s) devoted to the research project as approved by the Coordinator of Women’s Studies.
- Students must take at least one course from Cluster A and one course from Cluster B.
- At least 12 of the 24 credits must be at the 300-400 level.
- Three credits must be taken from the Women of Color/Global course offerings (marked with *).
Cluster A
| Psyc 336 | Psychology of Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Soc 202 | Women and Men in Society: The Sociology of Gender (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Nrsg 265 | Women's Health Issues (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Biol 309 | Women in the Life Sciences (2 crs) |
| Wmns 310 | Women and Violence (3 crs) |
| Wmns/CJ 317 | Women and the Mass Media (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Econ 337 | Women in the Labor Market (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Pols 351 | Women and Politics (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Anth 356 | Women in Cross Cultural Perspective (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Econ 357 | Women and Economic Development (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Math 363 | Studies of Women in Mathematics (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 375 | EcoFeminism-Women's Studies and Environmental Justice (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Soc 419 | Sociology of Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns 431 | Women and Communication (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 432 | Women and Science (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 433 | Women and Social Science (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns/CI 436 | Education of Girls and Women in the United States (2 crs) |
| Wmns 440 | Lesbian Lives and Cultures (3 crs) |
Cluster B
| Wmns 100 | U.S. Women's Experience: Gender, Race, and Class (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 205 | American Women's History (3 crs) |
| Wmns 210 | Culture of Third Wave Feminism (3 crs) |
| * Wmns 215 | African-American Feminism in the Humanities (3 crs) |
| Wmns 260 | Masculinity Studies and Feminist Theories (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns/Engl 296 | Perspectives on Women's Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Musi 306 | Women in Music (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Engl 332 | Women in African Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Rels 353 | Emancipating Eve and Adam: The Women's Movement in Religion (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Rels 355 | Women and World Religions (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Phil 377 | Philosophy and Feminism (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Hist 385 | The History of Middle Eastern Muslim Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 394 | Studies in the History of Women (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Engl 396 | Studies in Women's Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns 434 | Women and the Humanities (1-3 crs) |
| Wmns 447 | Design and Domesticity (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 473 | American Women's History to 1870 (3 crs) |
| Wmns/Hist 474 | American Women's History Since 1870 (3 crs) |
| * Wmns/Span 482 | Women in Spanish American Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns 490 | Current Debates in Theories and Methods of Feminism (3 crs) |
| Engl 496 | Seminar in Women's Literature (3 crs) |
General Education Note: With the exception of Engl 496, Wmns/Span 482, and Wmns 250, 305, 311, 395, 490, 496, 498, all Wmns courses may be used to fulfill General Education requirements. Please note that for cross-listed courses, General Education credit is based on the home department (e.g., Wmns/Hist 205 gains GE-IVC credit as History is the home department). Cross-listed courses do not count in the interdisciplinary GE subcategories.
For advising, see Professor K. Rhoades, Interim Women’s Studies Program Coordinator (B-55).
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
The Certificate in Women’s Studies is designed for students who have a strong interest in studying women through a feminist analysis but are not able to complete the requirements for a major or minor in Women’s Studies. The certificate might appeal to those students who have limited opportunity to explore academic areas beyond their major discipline.
Currently enrolled degree-seeking students in good standing in the University or University Special Students are eligible to complete a Certificate in Women’s Studies. In order to earn a Certificate in Women’s Studies, the student must earn a C+ or above in all certificate courses with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher in the certificate courses.
Students are required to take a minimum of 12 credits, including Wmns 301 Examining Women’s Studies (3 crs), Wmns 305 Introduction to Feminist Theories (3 crs), and Wmns 311 Discussion Supplement to Wmns 301—Examining Women’s Studies (1 cr). The remaining five credits are to be selected from the following list:
| Psyc 336 | Psychology of Women |
| Wmns 100 | U.S. Women's Experience: Gender, Race, and Class |
| Wmns/Soc 202 | Women and Men in Society: The Sociology of Gender |
| Wmns/Hist 205 | American Women's History |
| Wmns 210 | Culture of Third Wave Feminism |
| Wmns 215 | African-American Feminism in the Humanities |
| Wmns 260 | Masculinity Studies and Feminist Theories |
| Wmns/Adtn 265 | Women's Health Issues |
| Wmns/Engl 296 | Perspectives on Women's Literature |
| Wmns/Musi 306 | Women in Music |
| Wmns/Biol 309 | Women in the Life Sciences |
| Wmns 310 | Women and Violence |
| Wmns/CJ 317 | Women and the Mass Media |
| Wmns/Engl 332 | Women in African Literature |
| Wmns/Econ 337 | Women in the Labor Market |
| Wmns/Pols 351 | Women and Politics |
| Wmns/Rels 353 | Emancipating Eve and Adam: The Women's Movement in Religion |
| Wmns/Rels 355 | Women and World Religions |
| Wmns/Anth 356 | Women in Cross Cultural Perspective |
| Wmns/Econ 357 | Women and Economic Development |
| Wmns/Math 363 | Studies of Women in Mathematics |
| Wmns 375 | EcoFeminism-Women's Studies and Environmental Justice |
| Wmns/Phil 377 | Philosophy and Feminism |
| Wmns/Hist 385 | The History of Middle Eastern Muslim Women |
| Wmns/Hist 394 | Studies in the History of Women |
| Wmns/Engl 396 | Studies in Women's Literature |
| Wmns 395 | Directed Studies |
| Wmns/Soc 419 | Sociology of Women |
| Wmns 431 | Women and Communication |
| Wmns 432 | Women and Science |
| Wmns 433 | Women and Social Science |
| Wmns 434 | Women and the Humanities |
| Wmns/CI 436 | Education of Girls and Women in the United States |
| Wmns 440 | Lesbian Lives and Cultures |
| Wmns 447 | Design and Domesticity |
| Wmns/Hist 473 | American Women's History to 1870 |
| Wmns/Hist 474 | American Women's History Since 1870 |
| Wmns/Span 482 | Women in Spanish American Literature |
| Wmns 490 | Current Debates in Theories and Methods of Feminism |
| Engl 496 | Seminar in Women's Literature (3 crs) |
| Wmns 498 | Women's Studies Internship |
NOTE: Though there are no prerequisites for the Certificate in Women's Studies, there may be prerequisites for some of the courses that are a part of the Certificate.
For advising, or to record completion of the certificate, see Professor A. Fessler, (HHH-404) English.
Majors
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: BIOCHEMISTRY/MOLECULAR BIOLOGY, Liberal Arts (Code 090-001)
This major leads to entry-level employment opportunities in research and development in industrial and government laboratories as well as to entry-level positions in the biotechnology industry. Graduates will also be well prepared to enter graduate studies in molecular biology, genetics, and related fields, as well as for admission to professional schools in medicine, osteopathy, and dentistry.
Requirements as follows:
I. Completion of introductory courses
A. Passing grade(s) in introductory (100 level) chemistry courses including Chem 115 or Chem 103 and 104.
B. Passing grade in Biology 111.
C. Passage of the English Competency Requirement (grade of C or above in Engl 110, Engl 112, Hnrs 101, or equivalent).
II. Completion of intermediate level core chemistry and biology courses with a 2.70 GPA for these courses:
| Chem 325 | Organic Chemistry I with Laboratory | |
| Chem 326 | Organic Chemistry II with Laboratory | |
| Chem 213 | Quantitative Analysis | |
| Biol 211 | Organismal Form and Function | |
| Biol 300 | Genetics | |
| Introductory course grades are not calculated into this GPA. | ||
III. Acceptance into the program and entry into advanced courses.
Students meeting criteria in I and II will be accepted in the B/MB program.
*Because students in the B/MB Program must follow a specific course sequence, admission to the following advanced courses will be by preassignment: Biol 401, Biol/Chem 412, Chem 453, Chem 455, and Chem 406.
A minimum of 81 semester credits including Biol 111, 211, 300, 302, 304, 401, 409, and at least seven credits from Biol 301, 317, 322, 333, 361, 380, 381, 399, 402, 420, 460, 470, 486, 499; Chem 115, 213, 325, 326, 406, 452, 453, 454, 455; Math 114; Phys 211, 212. Chem 103 and 104 may be substituted for Chem 115, but only six of the ten credits count toward the major. Chem 433 (434 optional) may be substituted for Chem 406. (Math 215 and Phys 231, 232 required if Chem 433 (434) is taken.) This substitution is strongly recommended for students considering doctoral study in Biophysics/Biochemistry. Students are also encouraged to seek out a collaborative research experience or do independent study (Biol or Chem 399 or 499) in addition to their formal coursework. A one-credit interdepartmental Biochemistry/Molecular Biology Seminar (Biol or Chem 412) is also required and fulfills the capstone requirement.
For advising, see Professors R. Buiser (P-351) Biology, W. Gallagher (P-437) Chemistry, S. Hartsel (P-461) Chemistry, L. Turtinen (P-361) Biology, T. Yang (P-439) Chemistry, or J. Anderson (P-349) Biology.
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: CRIMINAL JUSTICE, Liberal Arts (Code 430-001)
The multidisciplinary criminal justice curriculum is designed to familiarize the student with the complex nature of the American criminal justice system. The study of criminal justice focuses upon the structure and functions of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. Included is the analysis of the political, social, cultural, philosophical, and psychological forces that shape the policies, programs, and practices in the system. The liberal arts orientation of the program prepares the student for graduate level work in criminal justice, law, and for careers at the local, state, and federal levels in law enforcement, corrections, and court related agencies. At least 60 semester credits, including:
I. Prerequisite Courses (12 credits) Credits
| Pols 110 | American National Politics | 3 | |
| Psyc 100 | General Psychology | 3 | |
| Soc 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | |
| Crmj/Soc 103 | Survey of the Criminal Justice System | 3 |
II. Criminal Justice Core Courses (Minimum 30 credits)
| Phil 310 | Philosophy of Law | 3 | |
| Pols 301 | State and Local Politics | 3 | |
| Pols 338 | Judicial Politics | 3 | |
| Pols 405 | Due Process and Criminal Law | 3 | |
| Psyc 265 | Statistical Methods in Psychology I (3 crs.) | or | |
Soc 331 |
Sociological Data Analysis (3 crs.) | or | |
Math 246 |
Elementary Statistics (4 crs.) | 3-4 | |
| SW 309 | Probation and Parole | 3 | |
| Crmj 301 | Criminology Theory | 3 | |
| Crmj/Soc 302 | Youth Crime and the Juvenile Justice System | 3 | |
| Crmj 319 | Police in Society | 3 | |
| Crmj 342 | Confinement and Corrections | 3 |
III. Other Required Courses (18 credits)
| At least six credits must be selected from A, six from B, and three from C. | |
| A. Law, Constitution, Policy Area Anth 422; Phil 120; Pols 305, 343, 346, 403, 404; SW 383. |
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| B. Individual, Social, Political Behavior Area Hist 470; Pols 342, 350, 353; Psyc 245, 331, 332, 351; SW 285*, 385; Soc 312, 316, 321, 332, 351; Wmns 310. *Criminal Justice majors are exempt from the Idis 100 prerequisite. Contact the Social Work Department for permission to enroll in the course. |
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| C. Criminal Justice Intervention and Application Area Crmj 498; Pols 498; Psyc 325, 346, 380; SW 424 |
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| The following courses will be applied to a specific elective category based on the content: Crmj 291, 395, 397, 399, 491, 499. |
For advising, see Professor R. Beger (SSS-221B) Political Science.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE HONORS PROGRAM
I. Goals
A. To provide an enriched educational experience for subsequent graduate study, professional activity, public life, or citizenship.
B. To encourage concentrated study in selected areas in the field of criminal justice.
C. To stimulate and challenge exceptional students to gain a better understanding of the issues, substantive content, research and theory in criminal justice.
D. To develop capabilities for independent thought and constructive criticism.
II. Entrance Requirements
A. Eligibility: Upper-class majors with resident and total GPAs of 3.50 and resident and total GPAs of 3.50 in criminal justice major courses.
B. Applications for the Honors Program should be made in writing to the Criminal Justice Program Coordinating Committee early in the junior year.
III. Graduation from the University with Honors in Criminal Justice requires maintaining resident and total GPAs of 3.50 in criminal justice major courses, and satisfactory completion of all of the following:
A. Criminal justice major requirements.
B. Six credits of independent study, approved by the student's honors committee.
C. An honors examination.
D. An honors research paper.
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: LIBERAL STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 370-001)
The Liberal Studies Comprehensive Major (LSCM) provides an alternative to traditional majors by allowing a student to design an interdisciplinary major around a theme of the student’s choosing in consultation with her/his adviser. Each student’s program will include three required liberal studies seminars and three theme- or discipline-based concentrations. The LSCM thus offers an opportunity for study in greater breadth than is possible when majoring in a specific disciplinary area. It also provides a coherent intellectual framework for each student’s academic work, and formalizes student engagement in integrating and transferring knowledge across subject matter and skills areas.
The overall theme for the major and the three concentrations will be approved by the Liberal Studies Committee. When proposing the elements of the individualized major, students will describe the theme or idea joining all three concentrations and the discipline or theme of each concentration, and present a list of courses in each concentration that the student intends to take to acquire the knowledge and skills related to the theme of the major. Courses selected may also satisfy General Education requirements. Students in this program will be encouraged to take advantage of UW-Eau Claire’s strong tradition in student-faculty collaborative research by developing and implementing a research, scholarly, or creative project, especially related to the integrating themes of their individual academic program.
In order to graduate with a Liberal Studies Comprehensive Major, students must complete the requirements specified for the Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) (see degree program requirements for the College of Arts and Sciences). The BLS degree is designed to help students develop the breadth of knowledge and skills that represent the core of liberal education, including knowledge of human cultures and the natural world; communication, critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills; and teamwork and collaborative abilities. Through the BLS degree and LSCM, students will gain broad knowledge across the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. They will come to understand differences and commonalities in the questions and methodologies that characterize the disciplines, along with interconnections among disciplines as they relate to issues and theoretical concepts. They will learn to inquire within and across disciplines and apply different disciplines and schools of thought to answer questions and solve problems. They will gain skills in writing and oral communication, critical analysis, and collaborating as a member of a team.
Admission to Major Requirement: Completion of LS 201.
Curricular Requirements for the Major
A minimum of 60 credits including:
Three Liberal Studies Seminars (9 credits)
- LS 201, Introductory Liberal Studies Seminar
- LS 301, Liberal Studies Research Seminar
- LS 480, Liberal Studies Capstone Seminar
Three Theme- or Discipline-Based Concentrations (minimum 17 credits each and at least 51 credits total)
For advising information, contact the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office (S-136).
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: MATERIALS SCIENCE, Liberal Arts
The field of materials science and engineering is the study of “condensed matter” (that is, solids and liquids), and how that understanding can be applied to fabricating devices and structures of utility. A relatively young discipline, materials science is an outgrowth of two traditional areas: the study of matter (and its structure-property relationship) that originated in chemistry and physics, and developments in various “materials” engineering fields (notably, microelectronics, metallurgy, and plastics).
This major is designed to give students a strong foundation in fundamental sciences and mathematics. The absence of engineering courses in a materials science major is unusual, and integrating it into a liberal arts and sciences degree is unique. The structure of the major is deliberately interdisciplinary and broadly defined, consistent with a liberal education approach. Students specialize through a chosen emphasis. The major serves students who plan to enter the workforce after graduation as well as students interested in graduate education in areas such as Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, and Physics.
A minimum of 64 credits, including completion of core courses and at least eight elective credits within the chosen emphasis.
Core courses: Credits
MATERIALS SCIENCE
Msci 100 Introduction to Nanoscience and Materials 3
Msci 234 Soft Materials 3
Msci 300 Materials Science and Nanoscience 4
Msci 355 Materials Characterization 4
Msci 362 Materials Deposition and Processing 2
Msci 363 Materials Deposition and Processing Lab 2
Msci 382 Thermodynamics of Condensed Matter 4
Msci 391 Materials Science Seminar 1
Msci 480 Advanced Materials Lab 2
CHEMISTRY
Chem 115 Chemical Principles or 6
Chem 103 and 104 General Chemistry I and II (only 6 crs apply to major)
Chem 218 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry 3
MATHEMATICS
Math 114 Calculus I 4
Math 215 Calculus II 4
PHYSICS
Phys 231 University Physics I 5
Phys 232 University Physics II 5
Phys 338 Physics of Solids 4
Physics of Materials Emphasis (Code 250-001)
Core courses plus eight credits from Math 312 and elective Physics courses listed below.
Chemistry of Materials Emphasis (Code 250-002)
Core courses plus eight credits from elective Chemistry courses listed below.
Geomaterials Emphasis (Code 250-003)
Core courses plus Geol 312 and Geol 313.
Liberal Arts Emphasis (Code 250-004)
Core courses plus eight credits from any of the electives listed below.
Nanoscience Emphasis (Code 250-005)
Core courses plus Msci 420 and Msci 440.
Applied Materials Emphasis (Code 250-006)
Core courses plus eight credits from advanced materials processing, metallurgy, design of experiments and polymer engineering.
Biomaterials Emphasis (Code 250-007)
Core courses plus Chem 352 and Msci 377.
Elective courses:
Math 312 Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
Phys 333 Quantum Physics
Phys 340 Optics
Phys 350 Electric and Electronic Circuits
Phys 360 Electronics
Phys 445 Thermal Physics
Chem 318 Bioinorganic Chemistry
Chem 325 Organic Chemistry I with Laboratory
Chem 326 Organic Chemistry II with Laboratory
Chem 352 Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Chem 460 Polymer Chemistry
Geol 312 Mineralogy and Petrology I
Geol 313 Mineralogy and Petrology II
Msci 377 Biomaterials
Msci 420 Advanced Nanoscience
Msci 440 Nanostructured Materials
Notes:
1. Courses pending development: Msci 234, 300, 355, 362, 363, 377, 382, 391, 420, 440, 480; Phys 338.
2. Emphases available upon completion of course development: Nanoscience, Applied Materials, Biomaterials.
3. Math 312 is recommended for students planning on graduate school.
For advising, see Professors D. Dunham (P-142) Physics and Astronomy or M. McEllistrem (P-454) Chemistry.
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: PHYSICAL SCIENCE Teaching (Code 240-004)
Sixty semester credits, including Phys 226, 231, 232, 332, 340, 350 (25 credits); either Chem 115, 213, 218, 325, 326 and 420 (23 credits) or Chem 103, 104, 213, 218, 325 and 326 (25 credits); Math 114, 215 (eight credits); and at least four credits of electives from Math 112, chemistry, or physics.
This major is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option B and leads to licensure to teach Chemistry, Physics, and Physical Science in Early Adolescence through Adolescence classrooms.
For advising, see Professors D. Dunham (P-237) Physics and Astronomy, R. Eierman (P-449) Chemistry, E. Hendrickson (P-231) Physics and Astronomy, or T. Lockhart (P-243) Physics and Astronomy.
NOTE: Completion of the following requirements and CI 367 adds Broadfield Science licensure to the Physical Science major: Biol 100 and 151 or Biol 110 and 111, and eight credits from Geog 104, Geol 110 or 115, Phys 229.
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: PHYSICS-MATHEMATICS, Teaching
Sixty semester credits including Phys 231, 232, 332, 333, 340, 350; Math 114, 215, 216, 324, 330, 345, 425. In addition to the above core of courses, each student must elect either a Physics Emphasis or a Mathematics Emphasis.
All Physics-Mathematics Teaching Majors must pass the Praxis II General Science Examination, which tests content from all science areas, thus, including a broad array of science courses in students’ degree programs is recommended. Majors must complete Biol 180 or Geog 178 as part of their General Education Program for certification reasons, but additional coursework in other science disciplines would be helpful, such as Chem 103 and 104, or Chem 115.
Physics Emphasis: (Code 210-003)
A. At least ten credits from Phys 226, 229, or any physics courses numbered above 325.
B. Additional courses from the Physics Emphasis or Mathematics Emphasis to give a minimum of 60 credits in mathematics and physics.
Mathematics Emphasis: (Code 210-004)
A. Math 493 and at least nine credits selected from mathematics courses numbered above 310. At least one course in a computer programming language is recommended.
B. A minimum of one additional physics course from the Physics Emphasis.
This major is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option B and leads to licensure to teach Physics and Mathematics in Early Adolescence through Adolescence classrooms.
For advising, see Professors D. Dunham (P-237) Physics and Astronomy, E. Hendrickson (P-231) Physics and Astronomy, T. Lockhart (P-243) Physics and Astronomy, or A. Smith (HHH-508) Mathematics.
NOTE: Completion of the following requirements and CI 367 adds Broadfield Science licensure to the Physics-Mathematics major:
A. Fourteen credits from one of the following areas: (1) Biol 110, 111, 151, 211; (2) ten credits in chemistry courses (103, 104) required for the physics major, plus Chem 213; (3) Geol 110 or 115; Geog 104; Phys 226; plus one course from Geol 102, 301, 308, 418, or Phys 229.
B. Eight credits in each of the two areas not selected in A above: (1) Biol 110, 111; (2) ten credits in chemistry courses (103, 104) required for the physics major; (3) Geol 110 or 115; Geog 104; Phys 226, 229.
COMPREHENSIVE MAJOR: SOCIAL STUDIES, Broadfield Teaching
The comprehensive major in Broadfield Social Studies prepares education students to teach fusion social studies courses and subject-specific social studies courses in their area or areas of concentration.
This major is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option B and leads to licensure to teach fusion social studies courses in Early Adolescence through Adolescence classrooms and also courses in discrete subjects in which 24 credits are completed.
After admission to the Education Professional Program, all Broadfield Social Studies majors must pass the Praxis II Social Studies examination (Exam #10081). This examination is prepared by the Educational Testing Service and tests content from all social studies subject areas. Praxis II examinations may be taken on campus at the Office of Academic Testing (Schofield 226).
Students will choose one of two emphases available within the Broadfield Social Studies major.
A. Single-concentration Emphasis: The Broadfield Social Studies major with the single-concentration emphasis leads to certification to teach fusion social studies courses and courses in the area of concentration.
Sixty semester credits, including:
1. A 36-credit concentration in one of the following disciplines: Economics (Code 500-018), Geography (Code 500-019), History (Code 500-020), Political Science (Code 500-021), Sociology (Code 500-022). Courses taken to fulfill this requirement must be those specified as constituting a teaching major in the appropriate department.
2. Idis 285; Pols 110 and 301; Econ 103 and 104, or 201 (if not included in [1]).
3. Remaining credits to total 60 in the major. The 60 credits will be from at least four subject areas. The remaining credits will be chosen from among Econ 321; Geog 111, 325, 379; Hist 124, 125, 201, 202, and either 210 or Hist/AIS 240; Pols 122, 260, 305; Soc 101, 164, 242, 312; Soc/Wmns 202; Crmj/Soc 103 (if not included in [1]).
NOTE: In addition to the 60-credit major, students must complete Geog 178 or Biol 180 (in GE-II) and Psyc 261 (in GE-III).
Students with a single-concentration emphasis will receive certification in broadfield social studies and one area of concentration.
Students who also choose to include in their program a certifiable minor in a subject outside of social studies (in addition to the Broadfield Social Studies major) will take the appropriate Praxis II examination in that subject as well as the social studies examination.
For advising, see an adviser in the area of concentration: Professors W. Carroll (SSS-400G) Economics, E. Zeitler (P-251) Geography, K. Lang (HHH-718) History, R. Freitag (SSS-200E) Political Science, or J. Hein (SSS-433) Sociology.
As an alternative to the Broadfield Social Studies major, students may select a teaching major in Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, or Sociology (36 credits), in conjunction with a certifiable minor (24 credits). This program leads to certification to teach courses in the major and minor subjects, but not fusion social studies courses. These students must take the Praxis II social studies exam and also, if their minor is outside of social studies, the Praxis II exam in the content area of the minor.
B. Dual-concentration Emphasis: The Broadfield Social Studies major with the dual-concentration emphasis leads to certification to teach fusion social studies courses, history courses, and courses in the second area of concentration.
Sixty semester credits, including:
1. History concentration: Hist 124, 125, 201, 288, and either Hist/Wmns 205, Hist 210 or Hist/AIS 240 (14 credits); at least 10 additional credits in History at the 300- or 400-level, with one course from United States history, one course from European history, and one course from World History. (See History Department section for course listings.)
2. A 24-credit concentration in one of the following disciplines: Economics (500-023), Geography (500-024), Political Science (500-025), or Sociology (500-026). Courses taken to fulfill this requirement must be those specified as constituting a teaching minor in the appropriate department.
3. Idis 285; Pols 110; Econ 103 and 104, or 201 (if not included in [2]).
4. Remaining credits to total 60 in the major. The 60 credits will be from at least four subject areas. Additional credits will be from among Econ 321; Geog 111, 325, 379; Pols 122, 260, 301, 305; Soc 101, 164, 242, 312; Soc/Wmns 202; and Crmj/Soc 103 (if not included in [2]).
NOTE 1: In addition to the 60-credit major, students must complete Geog 178 or Biol 180 (in GE-II) and Psyc 261 (in GE-III).
NOTE 2: In category 4, students with a Geography concentration will choose only from among Econ 321; Pols 301, Pols 305; or Soc 312.
Students who complete the dual-concentration emphasis will receive broadfield social studies, history, and discrete subject certification in the social studies subject in which they complete 24 credits.
Students who also choose to include in their program a certifiable minor in a subject outside of the social studies (in addition to the Broadfield Social Studies major) will take the appropriate Praxis II examination in that subject as well as the social studies examination.
For initial advising, see Professor K. Lang (HHH-718) History or R. Freitag (SSS-200E) Political Science. Students will then be assigned two advisers, one in the Department of History and one in the other subject in which they elect to complete 24 credits.
As an alternative to the broadfield social studies major, students may select a teaching major (36 credits) in Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, or Sociology, in conjunction with a certifiable minor (24 credits). This program leads to certification to teach courses in the major and minor subjects, but not fusion social studies courses. These students must take the Praxis II social studies exam and also, if the minor is outside of social studies, the Praxis II content exam in the minor.
MINORS
MINOR: ANCIENT STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 310-401)
The minor in Ancient Studies touches upon almost every field of human inquiry: language, literature, history, politics, religion, medicine, and science, to note only a few of the broader disciplines. Students taking courses to fulfill this minor will pursue the following specific goals: (1) to enhance their appreciation and understanding of ancient languages, cultures, and their own heritage; (2) to develop students’ critical thinking abilities via language acquisition (study of grammar, translation, and interpretation), text analysis, historical perspective, and study of the influence of ancient civilizations upon subsequent periods; (3) to pursue an option within the undergraduate experience which allows one to explore in a systematic way the fundamental building blocks and materials of a liberal education and, thereby, highlight UW-Eau Claire’s goals as a liberal arts institution; (4) to develop an interdisciplinary approach to these fields of study and to discover, by study of their origins, an apprehension of the underlying reasons and methods of discourse and institutions of the western world; (5) to see ourselves in perspective, to become more enlightened citizens, and to think more deeply about the human condition and important issues in our lives—based on the bedrock of the earliest approaches, which impacted all subsequent ones, to such questions.
The minor consists of 24 credits of core and elective coursework, including foreign language competency at the 102 level.
Core Requirements: Eight credits of the 101-102 sequence of Latin (Lat) or Classical Greek (Grk); either also fulfills the foreign language requirement.
Elective Courses: Sixteen credits to be chosen from the following list, with at least two courses from each category and a minimum of nine credits at the 300- or 400-level.
Category A:
Anth 169 Introduction to Archaeology, 3 crs
ArtH 111 Art History Survey I, 3 crs
ArtH 315 Ancient Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Art, 3 crs
ArtH/AIS 335 Precolumbian Art of Mexico and Central America, 3 crs
Fltr 250 Classical Mythology, 3 crs
Phil 235 Ancient Philosophy, 2 crs
Rels 230 Old Testament, 3 crs
Rels 240 New Testament, 3 crs
Rels 303 Early Christianity, 3 crs
Category B:
Hist 280 History Travel Seminar, 1-3 crs *
Hist 302 Ancient Near Eastern Civilizations, 3 crs
Hist 304 Greek Civilization, 3 crs
Hist 306 Roman Civilization, 3 crs
Hist 308 Ancient Historiography, 3 crs
Pols 309 Classical Political Thought, 3 crs
*Destination and format of course, as applicable to this minor, are subject to approval of the minor adviser.
For advising, see Professor M. Waters (HHH-358) Foreign Languages.
NOTE 1: All courses listed count for GE credit, except for Hist 308.
NOTE 2: Up to three credits of Directed Studies or Independent Study for projects focusing on ancient studies may be applied to either category of the minor, with approval from the minor adviser.
MINOR: COMPUTATIONAL SCIENCE, Liberal Arts (Code 175-400)
This minor provides the student with the opportunity to become knowledgeable about computing and proficient in its application to the student’s major scientific emphasis. Working with faculty from multiple departments, students participate in multidisciplinary approaches to problem solving that have computing at their core.
The minor requires a minimum of 24 semester credits, including:
Prerequisite: Math 215, Calculus II
Core Courses: CS 163, Introduction to Programming in C++; CS 170, Computing for Sciences and Math; Math 246, Elementary Statistics; Math 351, Numerical Analysis I; Math 354, Introduction to Mathematical Modeling; CPSC 300, Computational Science II.
Major Elective: At least one course within the student’s major selected from the elective list.
Minor Elective: At least one course outside of the student’s major selected from the elective list.
Elective list: Chem 406; CS 318; Geog 280, 328, 335, 338, 339; Geol 315, 445; Math 312, 313, 338, 352; Math/Phys 440; Phys 226, 229, 360; Biol 383.
For advising, see Professors D. Lonzarich (P-339) Biology, W. Gallagher (P-437) Chemistry, M. Goulet (HHH-518) Mathematics, H. Jol (P-249) Geography, B. Mahoney (P-149) Geology, P. Thomas (P-241) Physics and Astronomy, or A. Phillips (P-138) Computer Science.
In addition to this multidisciplinary minor, see page 100 of this Catalogue for major and minor programs in the Department of Computer Science.
MINOR: ENVIRONMENT, SOCIETY, AND CULTURE, Liberal Arts (Code 489-401)
Contemplation of the environment raises many questions, some of them clearly scientific in nature: “What chemical is polluting the river? What are that chemical’s toxicological properties, and how will they affect the ecosystem?” Some of the questions raised transcend the purely scientific perspective: “Who is dumping that chemical in the river? Why did they make that choice—was profit involved? Mere carelessness?” Or “Do any societal needs drive demands for this chemical? Can those needs be met in alternative ways?” And “Who lives by the river, what socio-economic conditions brought them there and how are they affected by this chemical’s presence?” Or again—“What laws pertain to the river? To whom does the river ‘belong’?” Such questions, equally important and as intellectually challenging as the purely scientific inquiries, in fact provide a larger context for the science. To ask this full range of questions is to think ecologically—that is, with an awareness of the entire mechanism—about environmental issues.
The Environment, Society, and Culture minor is designed to enable students to probe the human dimensions of environmental issues through a variety of courses crossing many disciplines. Built around a core science requirement, the program is rounded out with courses in ethics, philosophy/religion, economics—courses that look at social conflict and the policy that engenders and addresses conflict. This minor is open to all students; while perhaps best suited to students majoring in the humanities and social sciences, it is designed to be flexible so that students can tailor it to meet their particular needs and interests.
This minor requires a minimum of 24 credits, of which at least 12 credits must be from courses numbered 300 and higher.
i) At least one gateway course: Biol 180, Chem 127, Geog 178, Geol 130 and 131, or Enph 210
ii) At least one course from the “Ethics and Spirituality” category:
Rels 290, Phil 320, or Wmns 375
iii) At least two courses from the “Socioeconomic Perspectives” category: Econ 268; Enph 480; Geog 369, 445; Pols 346; Soc 310
iv) Natural Science Focus Area: A two-course sequence in a natural science chosen from the following options:
• Biol 110 and 328
• Chem 115* and 304
*(Note: Chem 103 and 104 may be used in lieu of Chem 115 but only six
credits may be counted toward the minor from these courses.)
• Geol 115, and 301 or 308
• Geog 104, and 304 or 340 or 361
v) Additional courses selected from those listed above or from the options below to reach a total of 24 credits.
Biol 329; Engl 415; Enph 441, 445, 450; Geog 270, 350, 365, 368, Geog/AIS 322; Math 108; Soc 314
Note: Credits from other courses may be applied as electives, pending adviser and college approval, when they focus specifically on environmental topics. Examples of such courses include: Chem 100, Engl 110, Hnrs courses, Idis 151-155, Idis 351-355, and Nrsg 255. Also, various departments may offer special topics courses, directed studies courses, independent study courses, and/or internships that may also apply.
For advising, see Professors K. Hale (HHH-617) English, J. Phillips (P-451) Chemistry, or C. Pierce (HSS-213/NUR-247) Public Health Professions.
MINOR: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, Liberal Arts (Code 155-400)
This multidisciplinary minor is a liberal arts, nonprofessional program created primarily for Arts and Sciences students with interests in the environmental sciences and conservation of biological diversity. The minor emphasizes the study of environmental issues and techniques, ecology and conservation, and water and earth resources, and is designed to complement a 36-credit standard major, e.g., Biology Major, Liberal Arts. Comprehensive major environmental science programs include the Geography and Anthropology Department Resource Management Comprehensive Major, the Geology Department Environmental Science Comprehensive Major, the Biology Department Ecology and Environmental Biology Comprehensive Major, and the Public Health Professions Department Environmental Public Health Comprehensive Major (ENPH).
The minor consists of a minimum of 24 credits as follows:
At least 11 credits 300-level and higher
NOTE: Biology majors need to take Biol 110 and Chem 103 and 104, or 115, for their major and to complement the minor. Directed and Independent Studies (395/399) courses in participating majors may be taken with consent of an adviser.
I. Biol 180 or Geog 178 Conservation of the Environment, 3 crs
II. One or more of the following life sciences (min. 3 crs)
Biol 328 Conservation Biology, 3 crs
Biol 330 Population Ecology, 4 crs
Biol 338 Vegetation Ecology, 3 crs
Biol 361 Biology of Microorganisms, 4 crs
Biol 375 Limnology and Aquatic Ecology, 4 crs or
Biol 376 Aquatic Ecology, 3-4 crs
Biol 425 Ecosystem Ecology, 3 crs
III. Two or more of the following physical sciences (min. 6 crs)
Chem 304 Environmental Chemistry, 3 crs
Geog 304 Introduction to Geomorphology, 3 crs
Geog 361 Environmental Hazards, 3 crs
Geol 115 Environmental Geology, 4 crs or
Geog 104 Physical Geography, 4 crs
Geol 308 Water Resources, 3 crs
Geol 315 Hydrogeology I, 4 crs
Geol 336 Geochemistry, 3 crs
IV. One or more of the following environmental studies (min. 3 crs)
Econ 268 Environmental Economics, 3 crs
Enph 210 Introduction to Environmental Health, 3 crs
Enph 480 Environmental Law, 3 crs
Geog 270 Land Use Issues and Problems, 3 crs
Geog 375 Environmental Quality, 3 crs
Geog 378 International Environmental Problems and Policy, 3 crs
Phil 320 Environmental Ethics, 3 crs
V. Two or more of the following techniques courses (min. 5 crs)
Biol 383 Statistical Analysis of Biological Data, 3 crs
Enph 441 Water and Wastewater, 3 crs
Geog 200 Computer Techniques in Geography, 3 crs
Geog 328 Quantitative Methods in Geography, 3 crs
Geog 335 Geographic Information Systems, 3 crs
Geog 338 Remote Sensing of the Environment, 3 crs
Geog 350 Soils and the Environment, 4 crs
Geog 363 Watershed Analysis, 4 crs
Geog 364 Fluvial Processes and Landforms, 4 crs
VI. A field capstone (minimum 1 cr)
Biol 320 Studies in Tropical Environments, 3 crs
Biol 329 Field Experience in Conservation Biology, 1 cr
Biol 490 Biological Field Studies, 1-3 crs
Geog 368 Landscape Analysis: Physical, 1-3 crs
Geog 401 Capstone Seminar, 3 crs
Geol 303 Rocky Mountain Field Studies, 3 crs
Geol 343 Geological Field Excursion, 1-2 crs
Geol 470 Field Geology I, 3 crs
For advising, see Professors R. Hooper (P-153) Geology, P. Kleintjes Neff (P-337) Biology, E. Weiher (P-353) Biology, or G. Running (P-253) Geography and Anthropology.
MINOR: FAMILY STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 487-401)
The Interdisciplinary Family Studies Minor is designed to: (1) develop an understanding of the issues and problems confronting contemporary families from the anthropological, historical, psychological, religious, and sociological perspectives; (2) provide an interdisciplinary liberal arts base for those students who wish to pursue graduate study in the field of family studies; and (3) provide a knowledge of family studies that will foster the personal and social development of the individual student.
Twenty-four semester credits, including:
Required Courses:
Hist 470 History of the Family in America
Psyc 230 Human Development
Soc 316 Sociology of Family
Category A, B, and C Courses—minimum of one course from each category:
A. Psyc 331 Child Psychology, Psyc 332 Psychology of Adolescence, Psyc 333 Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
B. Soc 164 Family and Intimate Relationships, Soc 364 Social Gerontology, Soc 417 Comparative Family Systems, Soc 426 Sociology of Human Sexuality
C. Anth/Wmns 356 Women in Cross-Cultural Perspective; Psyc 336 Psychology of Women; Rels/Wmns 353 Emancipating Eve and Adam: The Women’s Movement in Religion, Rels/Wmns 355 Women and World Religions; Soc/Wmns 202 Women and Men in Society: The Sociology of Gender, Soc/Wmns 419 Sociology of Women
Remaining credits to be selected from courses included in Categories A, B, and C or from the following list: CJ 201 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication; Psyc 281 Introduction to Behavior Analysis and Therapy, Psyc 325 Theories of Counseling; Rels 100 Introduction to the Religions of the World, Rels 210 Religion and Morality; SW 315 Aging and the Aged, SW 385 Child Welfare, SW 424 Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse. Up to three credits from Directed Studies, Independent Study, Internship, or Special Topics courses that focus on family issues may be applied to the minor with approval from the Family Studies Minor Coordinator.
NOTE: No more than nine credits from any one course prefix may be counted toward the minor. Anth/Wmns, Rels/Wmns, and Soc/Wmns courses will count as Anth, Rels, or Soc credits, respectively, for purposes of this limitation.
For advising, see Department of Sociology (SSS-440).
MINOR: GENERAL SCIENCE, Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence (Code 120-403)
A minimum of 28 semester credits including Biol 100, Phys 100, and Geol 106. Remaining credits must be selected from: Biol 110, 130, 151, 180, 181, 195, 196; Chem 103, 104, 115, 121, 150, 191, 304, 399; Geog 178, 200, 304, 335, 338, 361; Geol 301, 303, 308, 312, 420; Phys 115, 211, 212, 226, 229, 315. Only one of Geog 178 or Biol 180 may be included in the minor. Additional courses may be considered with prior approval from the course instructor and general science minor adviser.
At least ten credits from one discipline (biology, chemistry, geography/geology, physics/astronomy) and six credits from each of the other three disciplines must be completed.
This minor is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option A and leads to licensure to teach General Science in Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence classrooms.
For advising, see Professor R. Hollon (B-291) Curriculum and Instruction.
MINOR: GERONTOLOGY, Liberal Arts (Code 670-400)
Gerontology is a multidisciplinary field that examines the correlates and consequences of human aging. To reflect this multidisciplinarity, the Gerontology minor includes courses from a variety of academic disciplines. Objectives of the minor include: 1) promoting an understanding of the multifaceted nature of the human aging process; 2) generating awareness of both the rewards and challenges associated with aging; 3) providing a broad program of study that complements a number of major programs and prepares students for graduate study and/or careers in the field of aging.
Twenty-four semester credits, including:
Core Courses
Biol 151 Biology of Humans
CSD 410 Communication Changes and Disorders of the Older Adult
Psyc 333 Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
SW 315 Aging and the Aged or
Soc 364 Social Gerontology*
SW/Nrsg 360 Death and Bereavement
*NOTE: If both SW 315 and Soc 364 are taken, three of the credits will count toward the remaining credits category.
Remaining credits to be selected from: Biol 196; Econ 280; Hcad 222; Idis 201; Nrsg 211, 212, 213; Phil 306; Psyc 230, 351; Rels 315; Soc 316. Up to three credits from Directed Studies, Independent Study, or Special Topics courses that focus on gerontological issues may be applied to the minor with approval from the Gerontology minor adviser.
For advising, see Professor M. Cassidy (S-134) College of Arts and Sciences.
MINOR: GLOBAL STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 424-400)
The interdisciplinary minor in Global Studies is designed to enhance students’ understanding of other languages, diverse cultures, and global issues. It provides students with the knowledge and skills that can be used in a changing and increasingly interdependent world. It also offers curricular options that encourage participation in other international studies programs as well as study abroad and internship options. By completing this minor, students should develop: (1) a historical perspective of international life, cultures, and countries; (2) an understanding of economic and financial differences that often define life in other countries and account for life experiences, education, and social development; (3) an understanding of the social and cultural differences that serve to define life in international communities; (4) an understanding of world politics and the influence of private and public organizations that are transforming power and social interactions around the world; (5) an understanding of world geography by studying the production, exchange, consumption patterns, and development of international communities; (6) an understanding of foreign languages that will prepare them for study abroad experiences as well as employment in multinational companies, governmental agencies, education, social work, and health service organizations.
To be awarded the minor, in addition to the 24 semester credits required, students also must have foreign language competency at the 102-level.
Twenty-four semester credits, including:
Core Courses (12 credits):
Econ 104 Principles of Macroeconomics
Hist 125 World History Since 1500 or
Hist 192 Origins of Current World Conflicts
Pols 102 Introduction to Politics or
Pols 122 Introduction to World Politics
Anth/AIS 161 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology or
Geog 111 Human Geography or
Rels 100 Introduction to the Religions of the World or
Rels 210 Religion and Morality
Elective Courses (12 credits) chosen from the following list, with a minimum of six credits, at the 300 or 400 level:
Anth 315, 351, 355, 422, 463; Anth/Wmns 356
ArtH 201, 225; ArtH/AIS 324, 335
CJ 301, 319
Econ 341, 351, 353, 355; Econ/LAS 356
Engl 332
Nrsg 213 (meets University Wellness requirement)
Foreign Languages: Fren 355; Germ 352, 353; Span 353, 356, Span/LAS
352
Geog 301, 308
Hist 102, 152, 326, 359, 360, 362, 366, 371, 375, 379, 383, 388, 389, 393,
Hist/LAS 411, Hist/Wmns 385
Idis 325
Musi 225, 300, 303
Nrsg 389, 448
Pols 121, 260, 265, 318, 321, 322, 323, 325, 327, 331, 334, 335, 390; Pols/LAS
319, 320
Rels 304, 307, 309, 312, 314, 323, 350, 351; Rels/AIS 330
Note: With the exception of Econ 351, 353, 355; Musi 303; Nrsg 213, 389, 448, the remaining courses count for General Education credit. (Reminder: No more than ten credits from any one course prefix may be counted for General Education credit.)
For advising, see Professors A. Abootalebi (SSS-229A) Political Science, M. DaCosta (SSS-477) Economics, K. Lang (HHH-718) History, E. Santos-Phillips (HHH-368) Foreign Languages, K. Schaupp (HHH-614) Philosophy and Religious Studies, D. Shih (HHH-415) English, J. Sims (HHH-158) Communication and Journalism, or L. Taft (NUR-207) Nursing. Students pursuing a major in the College of Business should see their major adviser for information about the Global Studies Minor.
MINOR: LANGUAGE ARTS, Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence (Code 930-402)
Consisting of studies in Communication, Communication Sciences and Disorders, English, Education, Psychology, and Theatre Arts, this minor provides a broad background which is useful to all teachers in the language arts. This minor is a valid minor for individuals seeking licensure to teach in Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence classrooms.
Twenty-four semester credits, including Engl 125, 150 or 244 or 245, 302; CJ 205; CI 316. Six credits selected from Engl 201, 220, 325; Lmed 306; Psyc 378; and three credits selected from Engl 421; Thea 335, 336.
This minor is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option A and leads to licensure to teach English/Language Arts in Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence classrooms.
For advising, see Professor T. Lindsey (B-274) Curriculum and Instruction.
MINOR: LANGUAGE STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 570-401)
The Language Studies minor is designed to impart a basic understanding of what human language is, how it functions, and how it is acquired. Courses may be selected not only to complement a liberal arts major, but also to strengthen the competencies needed in vocations concerned with communication, or to establish a foundation for further study in linguistics.
Twenty-four semester credits from at least four departments, including at least 11 credits at the 300 level or higher, selected from the following:
Core requirements (12 credits, six from A and six from B):
A. Engl 221 The English Language
Engl 321 Topics in the Structure of English
Engl 325 History of the English Language
Engl 421 Seminar in Linguistic Research
B. Anth 315 Language in Culture and Society
Phil 322 Philosophy of Language
CSD 257 Normal Communication Development
Psyc 378 Psychology of Language
NOTE:No course counted toward a major may be counted toward the 24 credits required for the Language Studies minor. However, a core requirement in the minor will be waived if an appropriate course has been taken as part of a major program. Credits so waived must be replaced in the minor by an additional core course or by an elective.
Electives (12 credits): Any courses listed above may be taken as electives if not already counted toward core requirements. Electives may also be chosen from the following:
CSD: A maximum of seven credits selected from 258 (to be taken after or concurrently with 257), 262, 311, 331, 353, 358, 440, 448. (CSD 262 may be replaced with Fren 325, Germ 325, or Span 325.)
CJ 301
Flg 378
Germ 413
Phil 150, 250
Languages: A maximum of eight credits in elementary or intermedi-
ate courses in a foreign language (including American Sign Language and American Indian Languages) may be counted toward the minor with a limit of four credits in any one language. Up to three credits of programming language (selected from CS 245, 330, 388) may be included among the eight credits of languages.
For advising, see Professor E. Benson (HHH-419) English..
MINOR: MARINE SCIENCE, Liberal Arts (Code 150-400)
This minor is designed for students who are majoring in biology, chemistry, geography, or geology and who are interested in Marine Science. The majority of coursework (minimum of four courses) is to be taken during two summer sessions at the Gulf Coast Research Lab (GCRL) in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Remaining credits are chosen from UW-Eau Claire courses outside of one’s major. Courses in chemistry, physics, and calculus are strongly recommended.
The minor consists of 24 credits as follows:
Required courses at Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
First summer (ten credits) -
Marine Science I: Oceanography (5 crs.)
Marine Science II: Marine Biology (5 crs.)
Second summer (8 to 12 credits) - Choose from advanced courses offered at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in consultation with an adviser.
Remaining credits to be chosen from courses outside of one’s major selected from CS 170; Enph 441; Geog 280, 335, 338, 340; Geol 110, 312, 418; Math 246; Biol 330, 345, 352, 361, 376, 379; Chem 213.
For advising see Professors D. Lonzarich (P-339) Biology [On-Campus Affiliate Coordinator], K. Syverson (P-160) Geology, or D. Wittrock (P-330) Biology.
MINOR: MIDDLE EAST STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 355-400)
This minor examines issues in the Middle East from a variety of disciplinary perspectives and includes study of a Middle East language.
Required Courses: Flg 101 and 102 Beginning Foreign Language I and II, 8 crs (must be in Arabic, Turkish, Persian, or Modern Hebrew)
Elective Courses: At least 16 credits from the list below with a minimum of two courses from the Background category and a minimum of three courses from the Middle East category. Students can take no more than three courses with a single prefix, and a minimum of nine credits at the 300- or 400-level.
The Background
Rels 100 Introduction to World Religions
Rels 307 Judaism
Rels 309 Islam
Hist 192 Origins of Current World Conflicts
Hist 302 Ancient Near Eastern Civilizations
Pols 334 International Political Economy
The Middle East
Geog 319 Geography of the Middle East and North Africa
Pols 321 Politics of the Middle East
Pols 336 Arab-Israeli Conflict
Hist/Wmns 385 The History of Middle Eastern Muslim Women
Hist 366 The Middle East Since Muhammad
NOTE 1: Engl 330 Topics in World/Postcolonial Literature may be substituted for any course in The Middle East category if the topic is Middle Eastern.
NOTE 2: Students are encouraged to complete a study abroad program in a Middle Eastern country and will be able to transfer credits from that program into the minor.
NOTE 3: Students may substitute an independent study, special topics, or directed studies course with a focus on the Middle East for a course from either category with consent of the minor adviser.
For advising, see Professor K. Lang (HHH-701) History.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
The Certificate in Middle East Studies is designed for students who have a strong interest in Middle East Studies but are not able to complete the requirements for a minor in Middle East Studies.
Students are required to take a minimum of 12 credits from at least three prefixes selected from the following list:
Rels 307 Judaism
Rels 309 Islam
Geog 319 Geography of the Middle East and North Africa
Pols 321 Politics of the Middle East and North Africa
Pols 336 Arab-Israeli Conflict
Hist 366 The Middle East Since Muhammad
Hist/Wmns 385 The History of Middle Eastern Muslim Women
NOTE: Though there are no program prerequisites for the Certificate in Middle East Studies, there may be prerequisites for some of the courses that are a part of the Certificate.
For advising, or to record completion of the certificate, see Professor K. Lang (HHH-701) History.
MINOR: PRE-PROFESSIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE, Liberal Arts (Code 709-400)
This minor is designed for students preparing for post-baccalaureate health profession programs. Students in pre-dentistry, pre-optometry, pre-chiropractic, pre-pharmacy, pre-physical therapy, and other pre-professional health programs, as found in this catalogue, may find this minor helpful in planning a baccalaureate degree. Because admission requirements vary widely among graduate programs, it is strongly recommended that the student consult with an adviser listed with the pre-professional program of interest. This minor may not be appropriate preparation for some graduate-level health profession programs.
Twenty-four credits are required from courses outside of the major department. At least eleven credits must be from courses numbered 300 or higher.
Core: Biol 110, 111; Chem 104 or 115; Chem 325, 326; Phys 212 or 232; Engl 308.
Remaining credits are to be chosen from the following courses outside of one’s major: Nrsg 285; Nrsg/Wmns 265; Biol 300, 214 and 314 (no credit for 214 unless 314 is taken, and only five credits of 214 and 314 may be counted toward the minor), 361; Chem 213, 352; Econ 280; Enph 210; Nrsg 211, 212, 213, 220, 377, 389; Idis 301; Math 114, 246; Phil 306; Psyc 230.
For advising, contact one of the pre-professional advisers listed with the pre-professional program of interest or contact the Biology Department for a referral.
MINOR: RUSSIA AND EAST EUROPEAN STUDIES, Liberal Arts (Code 331-402)
The Russia and East European Studies Minor is designed: (1) to develop a multidisciplinary understanding of the peoples and cultures of Russia and its East European neighbors; (2) to provide a broad program for students interested in international economics or international relations; and (3) to provide systematic knowledge of this important area of Europe essential to a better understanding of today’s world.
Twenty-four semester credits distributed as follows:
Core Requirements (8 credits)
Russ 101 Beginning Russian
Russ 102 Beginning Russian
Electives (16 credits) No more than nine credits from History courses are applicable to the minor.
Econ 341 Evolution of Economic Systems
Engl 130 Introduction to World/Postcolonial Literature
Geog 308 Russia and Eastern Europe
Hist 371 History of the Modern Balkans
Hist 374 Imperial Russia, 1682-1894
Hist 375 Twentieth Century Russia
Hist 379 History of Modern East Europe
Pols 322 Politics of Russia
NOTE:The course in English may apply only when the topic is Russian Literature.
Study Abroad Option: Students are encouraged to participate in the study abroad program in Latvia offered by UW-Eau Claire. Course credit gained in this program may be used to fulfill part of the Russia and East European minor.
For advising and more information about the Study Abroad Option, see Professor P. Lazda (HHH-709) History.
MINOR: SOCIAL STUDIES, Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence (Code 500-403)
The Social Studies minor is designed to give Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence majors who have a strong interest in the social sciences the opportunity to pursue a broader array of courses than is possible in meeting the General Education requirements.
Twenty-four semester credits, including:
A. Hist 124 or 125, and 201 or 202
B. Geog 111
C. Psyc 245 or Soc 321
D. Econ 201
E. Soc 101
F. Six credits chosen from two of the following courses: Anth 315, Anth/AIS 325, Anth/Wmns 356; Econ 268, 330, 360, Econ/Wmns 337; Geog 301, 308, 325, 379; Hist 470, 480, Hist/AIS 240, 482, Hist/Wmns 205; Pols 122, 260, 311, 341, 342, 350; Psyc 336, 346; Soc 310, 312, 316.
This minor is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option A and leads to licensure to teach Social Studies in Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence classrooms.
For advising, see Professor J. Worley (B-290) Curriculum and Instruction.
MINOR: TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE, Liberal Arts (Code 550-406)
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is the instruction of English to speakers of other languages (e.g., Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish, etc.) while living outside of the United States. EFL instructors can work for private language schools, public and private elementary, middle, or high schools, and universities abroad. English is the language of instruction, but it does help if the teacher knows something of the students’ native language and culture. Individuals who obtain either a TEFL minor (24 credits) or TEFL certificate (14 credits) may go abroad on their own with the Peace Corps, on a Fulbright Exchange, etc. An overseas practicum experience is required. All students wishing to pursue a TEFL minor or certificate are required to meet with an adviser and complete the program application located at: www.uwec.edu/esl/minors/TEFLProgramApplication.htm.
The TEFL Minor Program is in the College of Arts and Sciences in the Department of Foreign Languages. It serves students with majors outside the College of Education and Human Sciences and those who are not seeking State of Wisconsin initial certification. Majors fields are quite far-ranging because of the demand for specialized knowledge in the field of TEFL, such as History, Business, Biology, Anthropology, Geology, Nursing, Religious Studies, Law, Computer Science, or Social Work. Students minoring in TEFL also receive the TEFL certificate.
The TEFL Minor Program differs from the Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Minor in four ways. First, the TESOL Minor and the TEFL Minor have differing methods and practicum courses. Second, the TEFL Minor allows for elective credits to prepare the individual for instruction in a specific country and in English for Specific Purposes (ESP), while the TESOL Minor has specific State requirements that prescribe only certain courses. Third, the TESOL Minor offers the State of Wisconsin add-on license in TESOL; whereas the TEFL Minor does not prepare students for ESL instruction in the United States. The TEFL Minor serves diverse majors, and does not require admission to the College of Education and Human Sciences.
Twenty-four semester credits, including:
Required courses (minimum of 20 credits):
CSD 262 Phonetics: Theory and Application
Engl 125 English Grammar and Usage or
Engl 221 The English Language
Psyc 378 The Psychology of Language
Anth 315 Language in Culture and Society or
Anth 351 Cross-Cultural Dynamics or
CJ 301 Intercultural Communications
Flg 378 Second Language Acquisition
CI 409 TEFL Methods
Flg 400 Assessment of English Language Learners
CI 493 International Experience in Education or
Flg 375 Internship Experience
Elective Courses — minimum of four credits, unless CI 493 is taken for more than one credit or Flg 375 is taken for three or more credits. The electives listed below are some of the choices available to TEFL Minors, however, students will be allowed to choose elective courses which will benefit them in their future TEFL instruction. (See the TEFL adviser for other acceptable electives.)
Engl 201 Advanced College Writing
Psyc 260 Educational Psychology
Bcom 206 Business Writing
CJ 202 Fundamentals of Speech
Edmt 285 Computers in Education: Introduction
Pols 260 Introduction to Comparative Politics
Pols 265 Problems of Developing Nations
For more information, please see the TEFL website: www.uwec.edu/esl/minors/.
For advising, see Professor K. M. Reynolds (HHH-374) Foreign Languages.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Even though the TEFL Certificate and Minor are highly similar, the Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate program has a minimum of 14 credits, which would parallel the TEFL Minor (24 credits) in a reduced manner. This program provides only the basics for future EFL teachers. It is offered as an option for those who do not have the time to complete the TEFL Minor within their existing programs, or for non-traditional students returning to campus for this program only, so that they may be prepared for an overseas transfer, for example. Individuals debating between the Certificate and the Minor should consider the depth of learning and the time commitment, if a minor is necessary for the program of study selected, and other life choices, e.g., whether it is for one’s career, or to allow a short duration of work in another country.
Required courses (minimum of 14 credits):
CSD 262 Phonetics: Theory and Practice
Engl 125 English Grammar and Usage or
Engl 221 The English Language
Flg 378 Second Language Acquisition
CI 409 TEFL Methods
Flg 400 Assessment of English Language Learners
CI 493 International Experience in Education or
Flg 375 Internship Experience
For advising, or to record completion of the certificate, see Professor K. M. Reynolds (HHH-374) Foreign Languages.
MINOR: TEACHING OF ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES
This minor is designed: (1) to impart the special knowledge and the competencies needed to teach English to speakers of other languages in an American public school; and (2) to develop an understanding of the cultural and social needs of students who speak other languages amid an English-speaking majority.
Twenty-four semester credits, including Anth 315; CI 320, 408; CSD 262; Engl 125, 221; Flg 378, 400; and Psyc 378.
Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence (Code 550-409)
CI 405/605 (TESOL Methods) and CI 406/606 (TESOL Practicum: Grades 1-8). This minor is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option A and leads to licensure in TESOL in Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence classrooms.
Early Adolescence/Adolescence (Code 550-408)
CI 405/605 (TESOL Methods) and CI 407/607 (TESOL Practicum: Grades 6-12). This minor is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option B or C and leads to licensure in TESOL in Early Adolescence through Adolescence classrooms.
Early Childhood/Adolescence (Code 550-410)
CI 405/605 (TESOL Methods), CI 406/606 (TESOL Practicum: Grades 1-8), and 407/607 (TESOL Practicum: Grades 6-12). This minor is restricted to students in the College of Education and Human Sciences: Curriculum and Instruction: Option C and leads to licensure in TESOL in Early Childhood through Adolescence classrooms when combined with a major in a foreign language at the EC-A level.
NOTE 1: As a requirement for the TESOL Minor, all students must pass Engl 110 with a grade of C or above. Oral proficiency in English will be determined by an interview and/or a SPEAK Test, a test of oral proficiency for non-native speakers of English. Students not passing the oral proficiency test will be required, before retesting, to take CJ 202, Engl 140, and/or an English composition class. The student will select classes in consultation with the TESOL adviser.
NOTE 2:One year of university-level foreign language study is a prerequisite for CI 405.
For advising, see Professor K. M. Reynolds (HHH-374) Foreign Languages.
MINOR: TOPICAL MINOR, Liberal Arts (Code 610-401)
A Topical Minor is composed of 24 semester credits selected by the student to meet the student’s own interests and scholarly objectives. Courses for the minor may be chosen on the basis of a coherent theme, a historical period, a definable professional need, or complementary relation to the student’s major.
The Topical Minor is not intended to be used to duplicate any major or minor offered as a regular program.
The Topical Minor must include courses from at least two prefixes, with no more than 15 credits from any one prefix and no more than six credits from the student’s major. Courses applied to the major cannot be applied to the minor. At least 12 of the 24 credits must be earned in courses numbered 300 or above, and at least 15 of the 24 credits must be earned in Arts and Sciences courses.
Procedures. The student must first obtain a Topical Minor form from the College office (Schofield 134) or from the College of Arts and Sciences Web site (www.uwec.edu/cas/forms.htm), plan the minor in consultation with an appropriate faculty adviser, and obtain the adviser’s approval. The plan for the minor must then be submitted to the Associate Dean. The Associate Dean’s approval must be obtained after the student has earned a total of 30 credits, but before the student has earned 88 credits toward a degree.
Students proposing a Topical Minor are responsible to ascertain that they are eligible to register for the courses included in their Topical Minor. They must meet, for example, all individual course prerequisites and GPA requirements or have received explicit permission from the department offering the course. In addition, for courses offered in one of the professional colleges, college admission requirements will likely have to be met or written permission obtained from the Dean of that College before enrollment will be possible.
English for Speakers of Other Languages
For a description of the course offerings available for entering students who are not native speakers of English, see the section titled English for Speakers of Other Languages under the Department of Foreign Languages.
