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THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (CBA)
THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION (HPER)
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (SED)
THE COLLEGE OF LIBERAL STUDIES (CLS)
THE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND ALLIED HEALTH (SAH)

THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (CBA)
Dean - Rex Fuller
Associate Dean - Bill Colclough
Assistant to Dean - Amelia Dittman
223 North Hall; (608)785-8090
www.uwlax.edu/BA/BA.Home.html

Departments/Units
Accountancy
Business Development Center
Economics
Finance
Management
Marketing

Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Science
Master of Business Administration

MAJORS AND MINORS
The following majors and minors are available:
Majors:

Minors:

The College of Business Administration is an institution of higher education dedicated to the personal and professional development of its students. The college’s program provides our students with an integrated business education at the undergraduate and master’s levels that prepares them for successful professional careers. Our graduates will be prepared to be effective problem-solvers, ethical decision-makers, and life-long learners in a dynamic, diverse world environment.

The primary purpose of the College of Business Administration is to provide education leading to baccalaureate and graduate degrees in business supplemented by appropriate research and service activities. As such, the college emphasizes academic excellence in its educational programs and emphasizes quality teaching and appropriate scholarly activities that support the educational mission of the institution. The college also offers professionals within the region opportunities for graduate education and professional development; provides professional expertise for organizations in the area; publishes regional economic data through the quarterly La Crosse Area Business and Economic Review; and cultivates a collegial, supportive organizational climate that stimulates individual achievement and contributes to the personal and professional development of students, faculty and staff. The college offers business programs that prepare graduates to enter professional fields in business and government. Specific objectives in student learning include the following:

1. To provide a broad-based educational foundation in the arts, humanities, and sciences.
2. To provide a broad understanding of world events as they relate to current social forces.
3. To develop an understanding of business functions and their inter-relationships.
4. To develop a broad understanding of the role of technological change and the importance of information systems.
5. To develop an understanding of business ethics and the relationships among government agencies and business in the domestic and global economy.
6. To develop research skills and the ability to apply quantitative and behavioral skills in the decision-making process.
7. To develop a high level of competence in at least one field of study in business.

Additional objectives of the college are to serve the business community in western Wisconsin by offering business outreach programs, providing business consulting services, and conducting research projects. The college is committed to attracting and retaining a highly qualified faculty who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and to provide them with opportunities for continued professional development in research and service.

ADVISER ASSIGNMENT
Students are assigned to faculty advisers in the freshman year. Advisers will help students develop programs, plan schedules, discuss major and career choices and refer for assistance in the case of academic difficulties. Students are required to meet with their adviser at least once a semester. An academic adviser is also available in the Dean’s Office, 223 North Hall.
The final responsibility for selecting courses and meeting graduation requirements rests with the student. Students should review course prerequisites by checking course descriptions in the appropriate listings of this catalog and consult with their faculty adviser and/or seek assistance from the dean’s office. Program advising is also available on the CBA web site: www.uwlax.edu/BA/BA_Home.html.

ADMISSION TO THE BUSINESS PROGRAM
Students who desire to major in business must apply for admission to the business program in order to register for upper division (300-400 level) courses offered by the college. A separate application for admission to the business program must be completed and approved by the dean prior to the semester the business major plans to take upper division College of Business Administration course work. To be eligible for admission, a student must meet the
following criteria:

1. Complete the following five courses with a minimum grade of "C" in each: ACC 221, 222; ECO 110, 120; MGT 205.
2. Earn 54 or more credits.
3. Complete at least four of the following six pre-business courses: Pre-Business Courses BUS 230, C-S101 or 120 ENG 110 MTH 175 (or 207) and 205 MGT 220
(Any remaining pre-business courses not taken prior to admission should be completed during the first semester after admission to the program.)

Application forms for admission to the business program are obtained from the Dean’s Office, 223 North Hall. It is the student’s responsibility to make certain that appropriate approval has been received prior to registration for upper division business classes.

To avoid scheduling problems, pre-business students should work closely with their faculty advisers in order to complete the pre-business program within their freshman and sophomore years at UW-L.

Students who undertake their freshman and sophomore years of study at another university should familiarize themselves with the college’s pre-business requirements and the university’s General Education program, and plan their program of study accordingly.

A guide for course sequencing pre-business and professional core requirements is as follows:

Freshman Year
* MTH 175 (or 207): Applied Calculus
* MTH 205 Elementary Statistics
* ECO 110 Microeconomics and Public Policy
* ECO 120 Global Macroeconomics
* ENG 110 College Writing I
* C-S 101 or 120 Introduction to Computing or Software Design I
It is recommended that students majoring in management with a management information systems emphasis take C-S 120 in lieu of C-S 101.

Sophomore Year
**ACC 221 Financial Accounting Principles
ACC 222 Managerial Accounting Principles
MGT 205 The Legal and Ethical Environment of Business
*This course will also fulfill General Education Requirements
**Accountancy majors may complete in freshman year.
MGT 220 Information Systems for Business Management
BUS 230 Business and Economics Research and Communication
Admission to the business program is required prior to enrollment in the junior/ senior level business courses (see previous page).

Junior Year
MGT 308 Behavior and Theory in Organizations
MGT 393 Production Management
MKT 309 Principles of Marketing
FIN 355 Principles of Financial Management
Students will also be completing their business major requirements during their junior and senior years.

Senior Year
MGT 449 Administrative Policy Determination
(take this course final semester; requires completion of all other core requirements)

CORE/MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
All students enrolled in any program within the college must complete the business core and all requirements for the major. The College of Business Administration professional core requirements are:

Course/Title/Credits
ECO 110 Microeconomics and Public Policy 3
ECO 120 Global Macroeconomics 3
MGT 205 The Legal and Ethical Environment of Business 3
ACC 221 Financial Accounting Principles 3
ACC 222 Managerial Accounting Principles 3
MGT 220 Information Systems for Business Management 3
BUS 230 Business and Economics Research and Communications 3
MGT 308 Behavior & Theory in Organizations 3
MKT 309 Principles of Marketing 3
FIN 355 Principles of Financial Management 3
MGT 393 Production Management 3
MGT 449 Administrative Policy Determination 3
(Final Semester)
Total Common Core 36

Major Requirements 21-28
(See appropriate department listings)

Second Major in College of Business Administration
Business students may complete a second business major by completing all courses required for the second major as described in the catalog. Students may not use the same courses to fulfill both majors, however. A second major in business will be posted to the student’s record upon graduation.

Business students seeking a second major or minor in liberal studies and science areas, including economics, may do so by completing all requirements of the major or minor they elect, as stated in the catalog.

SCHOLARSHIPS
A number of scholarships are available to students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and have achieved scholastic excellence in the College of Business Administration program. Information may be obtained from the UW-La Crosse Foundation Office in the Cleary Alumni and Friends Center.

Internships
Students may elect to take up to 15 College of Business Administration internship
credits upon receiving approval of the department chair and dean; however, a maximum of six will be counted toward the 120 credits required for graduation. These six internship credits can only be applied toward fulfilling major requirements. To be eligible for a College of Business Administration internship, a student must have a cumulative grade point of 2.50 or above and have completed the following: ACC 221, 222; BUS 230; ECO 110, 120; FIN 355; MGT 205, 220; 308; MKT 309.

Students seeking to graduate from the college of business must:

1. Fulfill the university’s General Education requirements.
2. Achieve a minimum 2.00 grade point average in the business core and major. Students majoring in accountancy must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 in the core and in their major.
3. Fulfill all other university general requirements.
4. Complete at least 60 credits outside business. (Up to nine credits of economics may be counted as outside business.)
5. Complete at least 50% of the business course requirements in residence at UW-L.

Dean - Garth Tymeson (interim)
Assistant to Dean - Theda Holder
203 Mitchell Hall; (608)785-8162
www.uwlax.edu/HPER/index.html

Departments/Units
Exercise and Sport Science
Health Education and Health Promotion
Intercollegiate Athletics
Recreation Management & Therapeutic Recreation
Recreational Sports

Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Science
Master of Public Health
Master of Science

Majors, Minors, Emphases and Concentrations:
Community Health Education
Exercise and Sport Science
with emphases in:
Athletic Training
Fitness
Sport Management
Physical Education
School Health Education Recreation Management
Therapeutic Recreation
Concentrations in:
Coaching Competitive Athletics
Special Physical Education
Strength and Conditioning

In addition to their major academic area, students may choose a second major, minor, emphasis or concentration from the above list. Programs outside of the college of HPER are also available, excluding majors in the College of Business and professional programs in the College of Science and Allied Health. See the dean’s assistant for available programs

College of Health, Physical Education and Recreation Transfer Policy —
UW-L students transferring into the College of HPER must have a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher at the time of transfer.

The College of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) at UW-L specializes in the preparation of professionals for careers in health education/promotion, physical education/exercise and sport sciences, and recreation/leisure. Programs leading to physical education and health education teacher certification are state, regionally, and nationally accredited. Non-teaching professional preparation programs are available for students pursuing careers in community health education and health promotion, athletic training/sports medicine, sport management, fitness leadership, recreation management, and therapeutic recreation.

All professional programs have strong academic foundations in General Education requirements, professional cores, and field-based experiences to best prepare students for careers and job opportunities in the real world. Most programs culminate with a university-supervised "on-the-job" experience such as student teaching, internship, or preceptorship.

Personalized advisement is a key element to the success of all students in the College of HPER. Each student is assigned a faculty adviser when they enter the college. In addition, the college has an academic adviser who works with students to verify final degree requirements. The Career Services Office provides individual career counseling and job seeking support for all students.

Several comprehensive community service programs housed in the College of HPER provide students with "hands-on" experiences to supplement classroom learning. Included among these programs are the La Crosse Exercise and Health Program, Special Populations Exercise Program, Strength and Conditioning Center, Intramural and Recreational Sports, Intercollegiate Athletics, National Youth Sports Program, Adventure Education Ropes Course and Climbing Wall, Community Recreation Special Events, and numerous collaborative partnerships with community and educational agencies.

The Center of Excellence was awarded to the Department of Exercise and Sport Science by the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System. The purpose of the center, which reflects the excellent reputation of the department, is to serve as a catalyst for maintaining faculty and curricular vitality while expanding the scope of comprehensive services provided to professionals in Wisconsin and throughout the nation. General goals are to provide inservice and expertise in emerging content and technology areas to physical educators and students in professional preparation programs; modify undergraduate and master’s curricula to incorporate recent trends and projected professional needs and expand research and public service components with special emphasis on assessment.

A three-dimensional professional preparation model was developed with the following foci: (1) enhancing life span motor development; (2) promoting the major purposes of professional preparation in physical education — prevention of injury or illness, skill enhancement, meaningful active living, and rehabilitation; and (3) developing instruments for assessment of performance and programs. Additional emphasis is placed on the importance of movement of young children and on age-related changes in active, older adults to develop and maintain efficient movement from birth to death. The professional preparation programs within the Department of Exercise and Sport Science prepare graduates to assist individuals of all ages in developing meaningful, active lifestyles. Improving the level of skill in a wide variety of activities and promoting effective movement patterns will result in more active and healthy individuals in our society. For additional information regarding the Center of Excellence in Physical Education, please contact: Department Chair, Exercise and Sport Science, Mitchell Hall, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, WI 54601.

Two majors are offered at the undergraduate level. The School Health Education major is specifically designed to prepare teachers for the school setting and related community agencies where a teaching background is desired. The Community Health Education major uses an interdisciplinary approach to prepare students for positions in national, state and local public health agencies, voluntary agencies, business and industry, health care settings and community-based organizations.

Two graduate degrees, Master of Science in Health Education (School Health Education and Community Health Education Concentrations), and Master of Public Health in Community Health Education, are also offered. See Health Education in the Graduate Catalog.

Undergraduate Health Education Curriculum:
Students desiring to major in school health education must be enrolled in the College of Health, Physical Education and Recreation and satisfy the following requirements:

Note:
BIO 101, CHM 100 or CHM 103 are prerequisites for all health majors or minors.

General Education min. 48 cr.
Requirements in Health Education: 29-31 Cr.

Students desiring to major in community health education must be enrolled in the College of Health, Physical Education and Recreation and satisfy the following requirements:

General Education min. 48 cr.

Select at least nine credits from non-required Health Education courses at the 300- and 400-levels.

Focus Areas
Each student is encouraged to develop an area of focus within their health education major. With an adviser, the student will select a group of courses that will prepare them for a field of practice. Focus areas the student may select are:

At the undergraduate level, the exercise and sport science major has four emphases: physical education teacher certification, athletic training, fitness, and sport
management.

Note: Students enrolled in exercise and sport science majors must earn a grade of "C" or better in all required ESS courses listed in the prescribed programs.

Exercise and Sport Science Major — Physical Education Teacher Certification
Graduates of this teacher education curriculum are prepared to teach in K-12 physical education programs in Wisconsin and other states. To complement the broadly based program leading to a B.S. degree in physical education, students may choose a concentration or another major or minor.Concentrations are offered in special physical education (certification for physical education teacher certification majors only) and coaching competitive athletics (open to students in the College of HPER and the School of Education). The additional academic major/minor enables the student to become fully certified in other subjects as well as physical education. (See p. 69 for detailed statement of teacher education requirements.)

Requirements in Exercise and Sport Science Major — Physical EducationTeacher Certification 53 cr.

Science Core:

Note: BIO 101 and PSY 100 are prerequisites for the exercise and sport science major — physical education teacher certification emphasis. These courses will also fulfill General Education requirements.

All incoming freshmen wishing to major in exercise and sport science — physical education teacher certification must enroll in ESS 112, 115 and 120 during their first year at UW-L.

Students must be admitted to teacher education and have earned and maintained an overall grade point average of at least 2.50 in order to enroll in the professional teacher education core courses and students must earn and maintain a grade point average of at least 2.75 overall and in their major, minor, concentration and professional course work to gain admission to student teaching and 3.00 for a teaching internship. (See p. 68.)

Exercise and Sport Science Major with Athletic Training Emphasis

Students in the athletic training emphasis receive an educational foundation in the science areas of exercise and sport science/ athletic training and practical experience in the athletic training laboratories. Graduates of the program are eligible to seek NATA-BOC certification and are prepared to work in a variety of sports medicine settings.

Students who desire to major in athletic training must apply for candidacy for entrance into the athletic training curriculum. Final selection for entrance into the CAAHEP-accredited curriculum is limited. Applicants must meet selection and retention criteria as outlined on p. 151. This is a competitive process and not all who apply will be accepted. Application materials may be obtained from the director of the athletic training program.

General Education min. 48 cr.

Requirements in Exercise and Sport Science Major with Athletic Training Emphasis 65 cr.

Note: Exercise and sport science majors with athletic training emphasis are required to take BIO 101, MTH 205, and PHY 104 to meet prerequisites for advanced courses and/or for admission to the emphasis. BIO 101 and MTH 205 also fulfill General Education requirements.

Students in fitness are prepared to assume positions requiring expertise in fitness testing/assessment, program design, and instruction in a wide variety of fitness related programs. Courses in health, exercise and sport science, gerontology, and business administration strengthen graduates’ professional preparation.
Students who desire to major in fitness may apply to the program after completing (or be in the process of completing) 45 semester credits, including five pre-admission core courses. Final selection for entrance into the fitness emphasis is limited. Students must meet selection and retention criteria, complete a semester internship and satisfy the requirements listed on p. 152.

General Education...................min. 48 cr.

Requirements in Exercise and Sport Science Major with Fitness Emphasis 58 cr.

Workshops:
In addition to the above elective courses, a maximum of three credits of approved workshops may be applicable to the Fitness Emphasis.
Note: Exercise and sport science majors with fitness emphasis are required to take BIO 101 and C-S 101 to meet prerequi-sites for advanced courses and/or for admission to the emphasis. These courses will also fulfill General Education requirements.

Exercise and Sport Science Major with Sport Management Emphasis

Students in sport management become highly trained managers who find success in complex and varied sports settings. The program incorporates a broad base of course work in many disciplines, including exercise and sport science, business and communication skills.

Students who desire to major in sport management must apply to the program after completing (or be in the process of completing) 45 semester credits, including five pre-admission core courses. Final selection for entrance into the sport management emphasis is limited. Students must meet selection and retention criteria, complete a semester internship and satisfy the requirements listed on p. 152.

General Education min. 48 cr.

Electives: (4 credits required)

Workshops: In addition to the above
electives, a maximum of three credits of approved workshops may be applicable to the sport management emphasis.

Note: Exercise and sport science majors with sport management emphasis are required to take BIO 101; C-S 101; and ECO 110 to meet prerequisites for advanced courses and/or for admission to the emphasis. These courses will also fulfill General Education requirements.

This undergraduate curriculum prepares students for professional recreation positions. Two majors are offered: recreation management and therapeutic recreation. A recreation minor is also offered. Other majors and minors for recreation students are available upon adviser’s approval.

Note: Students enrolled in either of the two recreation majors must earn a grade of "C" or better in all required recreation (REC and RTH) courses listed in the prescribed programs. Students may not apply more than six workshop credits, REC/RTH 490/491, toward their degree. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.50 or greater to enter the program.

Recreation Management —
Students are prepared to assume positions of responsibility within a wide range of commercial, tourism, governmental, and not-for-profit recreation and parks agencies where supervision or administration may be combined with program planning or leadership responsibilities. The recreation management curriculum prepares individuals for positions at a middle management or supervisory level. All students majoring in recreation management must complete a full semester internship at an approved agency.

All majors, prior to enrollment in REC 449, also must complete the 25-hour underclass pre-professional experience requirement and the junior-level 50-hour experience requirement. These are non-class field experiences at recreation management agencies.

Therapeutic Recreation —
Students are prepared to assume positions as therapeutic recreation specialists. These professionals provide treatment, leisure education, and recreation participation programs for persons with illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. All students majoring in therapeutic recreation must complete a full semester internship at an approved agency.

Recreation Management Major (REC)

General Education min. 48 cr.

Requirements for Major in Recreation Management 53 crs.

General Education min. 48 cr.

Pre-professional requirements for major 40 crs.
All courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Before enrolling in professional courses for the therapeutic recreation major, the following minimum requirements must be met:

1. All pre-professional course requirements must be completed with a grade of "C" or better;
2. Have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.50;
3. 50 hours of pre-professional volunteer therapeutic recreation experience must be documented.

5-6 credits of specialty electives; one course should be in RTH. See p. 234 for list of possibilities. Approval should be obtained from the director of the therapeutic recreation program prior to enrollment.

Note: Transfer students with associate degrees should consult the director of the therapeutic recreation program prior to enrollment to ensure fulfillment of requirements.

Director - Vacant
Assistant to Dean - Sandra Keller
220 Thomas Morris Hall; (608)785-8122
http://perth.uwlax.edu/hper/soe/

Departments/Units
Curriculum and Instruction
Educational Services/Professional Leadership
Foundations of Educational Policy and Practice
College Student Development and Administration

Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Science
Master of Science in Education
Master of Education-Professional Development

Certifiable Majors and Minors
Elementary 1-6 Major
Elementary/Middle 1-9 Major
K-12 Majors:

Middle/Secondary 6-12 Majors:

Minors (only):
Anthropology
Early Childhood (1-6 only) See p. 71.
Earth Science
Economics
General Science (1-6; 1-9 only) See p. 71.
German Studies
Health Education
Instructional Media (K-12) See p. 72.
Social Studies (1-6; 1-9 only) See p. 71.
Special Education (1-6; 1-9 only) See p. 70.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages See p. 163.

The School of Education prepares students to teach at the prekindergarten through high school levels. It also prepares educators for specialist positions in prekindergarten through high school. This preparation includes an array of course offerings in General Education, a content specialty major or minor, and a professional core of courses emphasizing methodology and foundations of teaching and learning. Teacher education candidates are engaged in consideration of common values held by the teaching profession, including respect for the dignity and autonomy of the learner and the commitment of schools to prepare citizens for life in a democratic society. Students are involved in clinical experiences which provide an understanding of children, youth, and other learners in the development of teaching skills. The major goal of teacher education is to prepare professionals for the schools of an ever-changing society.

School of Education programs are designed around the following conceptual framework: teachers and other education professionals exiting UW-L programs should be thoughtful 1) learners, 2) leaders, 3) inquirers, and 4) community members.

Accreditation
UW-L teacher education programs are accredited by the North Central Association and approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. UW-L teacher education programs also have the distinction of being accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

School of Education Resources
Several resources for education students, university faculty, and area teachers are provided through the School of Education. The Alice Hagar Curriculum Resource Center, which contains many teacher education materials and references for teaching all grade levels, is located on the upper floor of Murphy Library. The Center for Economic Education promotes economic education in the K-12 curriculum through teacher in-services, staff training, consultation, course work, conferences and a teacher resource center located in the Alice Hagar Curriculum Center. The Rhea Pederson Reading Center, 335 Morris Hall, provides reading resources for UW-L students and area teachers and offers tutoring services in literacy for children from area schools. The NASA Educator Resource Center, located in 270 Murphy Library, serves primarily as a regional distribution site for a comprehensive collection of NASA Program developed teaching materials. It also houses a collection of reference materials for planning environmental and science education instruction. These NASA instructional materials are made available for minimal or no cost to teachers by the sponsorship of the NASA-Lewis Research Center, Cleveland, Ohio. The NASA Educator Resource Center also assists and supports the offering of environmental education and science teaching workshops and courses.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Licensure is available in the following areas:

Admission to Teacher Education
In order to enroll in the professional portion of the education program, all students must be admitted to teacher education. The number of students admitted is limited by resources available. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

1. Note: Any student who has been convicted of a criminal offense must contact the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) to discuss eligibility for teacher licensure. A copy of the DPI Conduct and Competency Code is available in the Office of the Director in Morris Hall.
   
   Eligibility Criteria
   Prior to filing for admission to teacher education, students must meet the following criteria:
   1. Pre-Professional Skills Test. The PPST examination is to be taken during the first semester on campus. Students must earn passing scores in mathematics (173), reading (175), and writing (174) on the PPST to be eligible for program admission. Passing scores are set by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
   2. Preliminary course work. All students must complete 40 semester credits of General Education courses before applying to the teacher education program. These 40 credits must include the following: ENG 110, CST 110, C-S 101, PSY 100, EFN 205, and one course in each of the teacher education General Education science, math, and fine arts requirements.
   3. Communication proficiency. Students must complete both ENG 110 and CST 110 with a minimum grade of "B." Students who fail to meet this grade requirement must earn a "C" or better in another 300-level writing or public speaking course prior to application for student teaching. (The General Education program states that students receiving less than a grade of "C" in CST 110 must repeat that course.)
   4. Grade point. Students must have earned a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 in all academic work taken prior to entering the teacher education program. (This would include transfer grade points averaged with residence grade points when applicable.)
   5. Required introductory education courses.

Application to Teacher Education
Students who meet the criteria described above may obtain an application form in 220 Morris Hall. Students must be accepted into the program prior to registration for certain education courses. Applications must be submitted by August 15 and January 15. August 15 applicants approved will be permitted to take courses requiring admission during the following spring semester; January 15 applicants approved will be permitted to take courses requiring admission during the following fall semester.

Applications must be accompanied by a personal statement, a professional growth paper from EFN 210/C-I 2ll, a current transcript, PPST scores, clinical experiences, evaluations, and a letter of recommendation from someone who has knowledge of the applicant’s potential to be an effective educator.

Retention in Teacher Education
Students may be retained in the Teacher Education Program as long as they maintain a 2.75 GPA (3.00 for graduate students), retain proficiency in oral and written communication, and are otherwise in good standing with the university and the School of Education.

Admission to Student Teaching
The student teaching experience is generally completed during the final semester in
residence. Applications for student teaching may be obtained in the Student Teaching Office, 220 Morris Hall. Completed applications must be returned to that office by March 15 for a fall semester placement, or by October 1 for a spring semester placement. Students teach for a full semester, as calculated according to the calendar of the cooperating school. Most cooperating schools are located approximately within a 50-mile radius of La Crosse, though students may elect to teach in the Milwaukee public school system. There are also some opportunities for student teaching abroad.
To be eligible for student teaching, students must:

1. Have and maintain a 2.75 cumulative grade point average as well as a 2.75 in major, minor, concentration, and professional sequence;
2. Meet prerequisites specified for C-I 400, C-I 401, C-I 403, or C-I 409;
3. Declare the major(s), minor(s), and/or concentrations for which they are seeking certification at the time of admission to student teaching.

Internships
Qualified students may indicate a preference for an internship rather than a traditional student teaching assignment. To qualify, students must be formally admitted to teacher education, and must possess and maintain through graduation, a cumulative grade point average of 3.00. Interns are assigned for an entire semester to schools that are part of the Wisconsin Improvement Program. The director of student teaching and internships makes the final decision for the limited number of internships that are available. Applications for internships may be obtained in Morris Hall. The completed application is due in that office by February 1 for placement during the fall or spring semester of the subsequent year.

Certification to Teach
Students must maintain a 2.75 cumulative grade point average and 2.75 in all certifiable majors and minors, concentrations and professional education courses. Exit exams may be required in certifiable areas.

Students who complete all university requirements and all teacher education requirements for student teaching/internship, but who fail to successfully complete the 15 credit student teaching/internship experience, may be awarded a degree in elementary education, physical education — teaching, school health education, or secondary education. This degree will not earn Department of Public Instruction endorsement for licensure. (See Assistant to the Dean of the respective college/school for details.)

Background Screening
Applicants to field experiences in the School of Education are screened for physical, mental, and criminal histories which might lead to non-acceptance into programs, courses, and/or fieldwork. Having a history in these areas does not automatically deny admission to the program. Before issuing a teaching license, the State of Wisconsin conducts a criminal background check through the FBI.

The CIB check will be administered through the C-I 210, 211 class beginning Fall 1999. Cost of the criminal background check will be collected as part of the course fee. Copies of the background check will be kept in the student’s file and on file at the clinical site if required.
The UW System lawyer who is currently answering questions concerning criminal background checks can be reached at 608-785-8122.

Wisconsin Application
Graduates desiring license to teach in Wisconsin may obtain the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s License Application (Form PI-1602) from Morris Hall. Upon completion of all items appropriate to the certification desired, the application and a $100.00 check payable to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction should be returned to Morris Hall. When all certification requirements are satisfactorily completed, the certification officer will endorse the application and forward it for approval to the State Department of Public Instruction.

Candidates without previous teaching experience will receive an initial five-year license; candidates with teaching experience may renew a previous license by completing six additional credits or the equivalent approved clock hours.

Out-of-State Applications
We recommend that graduates seeking certification in other states request application forms and instructions from the Department of Education of the state in which certification is desired. Students should seek such information early in the professional preparation program. Most states will require institutional endorsement as Wisconsin does.

Statutory Requirements: Conservation and Cooperatives
Conservation — Instruction in the conservation of natural resources is required by statute for all teachers of physical and biological science, as well as for all teachers of social studies. The major and minor course listings for prospective teachers in these fields include a statement apprising candidates of this requirement. (The conservation requirement may be met by taking GEO 200 — Conservation of Global Environments, Cr. 3 or GEO 324 — Conservation of Natural Resources, Cr. 3.)

Cooperatives — The statutes of the State of Wisconsin require that instruction in cooperative marketing and consumers’ cooperatives be included in the preparation of social studies teachers, who are also required to have instruction in the conservation of natural resources. The major and minor course listings for prospective social studies teachers include a statement apprising candidates of these statutory requirements. (The Cooperatives requirement will be met by taking EFN 200 — Cooperatives, Cr. 1.)

Administrative Code Requirements:

Human Relations — All prospective teachers are required to have educational experience in the areas of "Human Relations" in order to be certified to teach in the State of Wisconsin. This requirement will be met by taking EFN 205 — Understanding Human Differences, Cr. 3.

Note: In addition to EFN 205, all students in teacher education are required to take ERS 100 — Introduction to Minority Cultures in the United States, Cr. 3. (Additional options to ERS 100 are HST 299 — History of Ethnic America, SOC 225 — Racial and Ethnic Minorities, or W-S 230 — Women’s Diversity: Race, Class, and Culture, 3 cr. each)

Reading — All prospective teachers applying for initial certification will complete the prescribed reading requirement to be certified to teach in the State of Wisconsin. (This requirement is met by taking two of the following courses dependent upon major and certification level: RDG 324/524, 328/528, and 432/632. Art, music, and physical education majors take one course in reading — RDG 330/530.)

Environmental Education — Instruction in environmental education is required of all teachers of science and social studies at the secondary level plus all teachers of elementary education. This requirement will be met by taking C-I 381/581 — Environmental Education Methods.

Exceptional Education — To be eligible for a license to teach in Wisconsin’s elementary and secondary schools, persons shall have completed a course(s) consisting of a minimum of three semester credits or its equivalent in exceptional education. (The exceptional education requirement will be met by any one of the following courses approved by the student’s major, division or department: ESS 231; SPE 401/501.)

Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science — To be eligible for a license to teach at the elementary or elementary/middle level, persons must have completed at least 12 semester credits in each of the following: mathematics, social studies, and science. Completing General Education and education major requirements in mathematics, social studies, and science at UW-La Crosse is suggested in meeting this requirement. Students planning to transfer courses in these areas should consult a school of education adviser.

Standardized Examination — A passing score on the Pre-Professional Skills Test in mathematics, reading, and writing is required of all students in teacher preparation programs. The passing score is determined by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

NOTICE: Students should be aware that the Department of Public Instruction is specific in its requirements about the content of both general education and professional education; therefore, prospective teacher education candidates should work closely with an adviser from the outset of their studies at the university. Completion of Department of Public Instruction requirements for licensure may take longer than four academic years.

Conflict Resolution — Applicants for the Wisconsin teaching license shall demonstrate competency in: 1) resolving conflicts between pupils and between pupils and school staff; 2) assisting pupils in learning methods of resolving conflicts between pupils and between pupils and school staff, including training in the use of peer mediation to resolve conflicts between pupils; and 3) dealing with crises, including violent, disruptive, potentially violent or potentially disruptive situations, that may arise in school or at activities supervised by a school as a result of conflicts between pupils or between pupils and other persons.


ELEMENTARY LICENSURE FOR GRADES 1-6

By completing the following requirements, plus a certifiable minor, students may be certified to teach in grades 1-6.

Requirements in General Education
Students are required to take specific courses from General Education in order to meet Department of Public Instruction’s standards for licensure and to meet administrative code requirements for training in the areas of human relations, environmental education, and conservation. General Education check sheets listing required courses are available in Morris Hall. The two-year transfer policy does not exempt students from these
requirements.

Requirements in Professional Education — 44 credits
Final admission to teacher education is required for enrollment in most professional education courses. Applications for
admission may be obtained in Morris Hall.

Minor Requirements
Every elementary and elementary/middle major must complete a certifiable minor.See p. 67 for applicable minors.


ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE LEVEL LICENSURE FORGRADES 1-9

All of the requirements for General Education, professional education, allied fields, student teaching, and completion of
a minor pertain to the student seeking licensure for grades 1-9. Additional requirements for the middle level licensure include the following:

PSY 311 Adolescent Development 3
EFN 460/660 Middle Level Education 3

MINORS IN THE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Special Education Minor — Students majoring in elementary (1-6) or elementary/ middle (1-9) education who wish to add special education as an area of competency may choose from three options. Option 1 is designed to increase the student’s competence for teaching students who are difficult to teach and may be identified as exceptional in regular education settings. Option 1 does not lead to certification to teach students who are identified as exceptional. Students who select this option complete the courses listed in Option 1 below

Option 1 —
Teaching Exceptional Students in Regular Education Setting — 22 credits

Students seeking certification to teach students who are identified as exceptional may apply for admission to Option 2, which leads to certification to teach students identified as Emotionally Disturbed or Option 3, which leads to certification to teach students identified as Learning Disabled.

Note: Admission into Options 2 and 3 is competitive and is based on performance in clinicals and field experience, at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, portfolio review, and an interview. Students must have completed 12 credits of SPE courses prior to applying for admission. Specific requirements are available from the
program director.

Option 2 —
Certification in Emotional Disturbance (10 additional credits). Complete courses in Option 1 (choose SPE 417).

Option 3 —
Certification in Learning Disabilities (10 additional credits). Complete courses in Option 1 (choose SPE 420/520).

In addition to the General Education required science courses of BIO 101, Introduction to Biological Sciences, and ESC 101, Introduction to Earth Science, the following courses must be completed:

This minor is open to students in all schools and colleges in the university. It is designed for persons preparing for positions in school media centers and other public and private libraries.

Students must fulfill the requirements below and one or more certifiable majors of at least 34 credits to be licensed to teach in grades 6-12.

General Education Requirements
Students are required to take specific courses from General Education in order to meet Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction standards for licensure and administrative code requirements for the study of human relations, environmental education, conservation, and computer proficiency. General Education check sheets listing required courses are available in Morris Hall. The two-year transfer policy does not exempt students from this requirement.

Requirements in Professional Education — 28-30 credits

Final admission to teacher education is required for enrollment in all courses except EDM 317, 318; EFN 200, 210; C-I 211; PSY 311 and 370. Application for admission may be obtained in Morris Hall.

Secondary Education students may be certified in any of the following majors, minors, and/or concentrations. Though not a requirement, election of a complementary minor(s) or an additional major is encouraged because of the demand for teachers who are certified in more than one academic discipline. Consult the index to locate complete descriptions of the requirements for the following majors and minors.

Note: Students seeking certification in any of the following minors should consult the specific program requirements of the department offering those minors.

Students may elect a broadfield major in the area of science or social studies. These majors are not described under specific department headings because of their interdisciplinary nature.

1. Students are required to complete a 54 semester credit major in science, including:

1. one 22-24 credit minor in one of the following: biology, chemistry, earth science, physics
2. 14 semester credits in one additional science area;
3. 8 semester credits in each of the two remaining science areas;
4. and if needed, 2-3 semester credits selected from any of the aforesaid sciences and/or history of science and/or philosophy of science and/or issues of science to total 54 credits.

1. In addition to the 54 science credits required for this major, students must complete:

1. two statutory or administrative code requirements: GEO 200 — Conservation of Global Environments, 3 credits or GEO 324 — Conservation of Natural Resources, 3 credits; and C-I 381 — Environmental Education Methods, 1 credit;
2. and one mathematics course beyond General Education is required.

1. In addition to C-I 469, Methods in Science, it is strongly advised that students take C-I 461, Leadership for Elementary/Middle Level Science Education.

Students will be licensed to teach in Wisconsin in science disciplines in which they have earned a minimum of 15 semester credits. Courses taken to satisfy this 15 credit block should be selected from courses recommended for the minor in that field.

For more detailed information on recommended courses, course combinations, and minor options within the broadfield sciences see the Middle Level/Secondary Program Director in Morris Hall.

Broadfield Social Studies —
54 to 56 credit hours distributed according to the following options:

Option A —

1. 34-36 credit major in geography, history, political science, or sociology;
2. 20 semester credits, with a minimum of three credits, from any two of the following areas: anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, or sociology;
3. GEO 200 — Conservation of Global Environments; EFN 200 — Cooperatives; C-I 381 — Environmental Education Methods.
4. In addition, students must complete C-I 408 Methods in History and Social Studies.

1. 22-23 semester credit minor in one of the following: anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, or sociology;

1. 32 semester credits with a minimum of three credits from three of the other subject areas;
2. GEO 200 — Conservation of Global Environments; EFN 200 — Cooperatives; C-I 381 — Environmental Education Methods.
3. In addition, students must complete C-I 408 Methods in History and Social Studies.

Students will be licensed to teach in Wisconsin in social studies disciplines in which they have earned a minimum of 9 semester credits. Courses taken to satisfy this 9 credit block should be selected from courses recommended for the minor in that field. Students should distribute their course work to make themselves eligible for certification in the maximum number of subject areas. It is possible to earn certification in three areas under Option A and four under Option B. More detailed information about the broadfield social studies options may be obtained from the Middle Level/Secondary Program Director, Morris Hall.

Dean - John Magerus
Associate Deans (interim) - Ruth Ann Benson, Robert Bilby
Assistants to Dean: Donna Alecksen, Chris Bakkum
227 Graff Main Hall;(608)785-8113
www.uwlax.edu/LS/LS_Home.html

Departments/Units
English
Environmental Studies
Ethnic & Racial Studies
Foreign Languages
Gerontology Program
History
Honors Program
International Studies
Military Science
Philosophy
Political Science/Public Administration
Psychology
Sociology/Archaeology
Women’s Studies

Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Master of Science in Education

MAJORS AND MINORS

Humanities/Social Sciences Majors:
*Archaeology — BA/BS
*Economics — BA/BS
*English — BA
*French — BA
French w/Business Concentration —BA *German Studies— BA
*History — BA/BS
*Philosophy — BA/BS
*Political Science — BA/BS
*Psychology — BA/BS
*Public Administration — BA/BS
*Sociology — BA/BS
*Spanish — BA
Spanish w/Business Concentration — BA

Minors (only):
Anthropology
Creative Writing
Criminal Justice
Environmental Studies
Professional Writing
International Studies
Latin American Emphasis
European Emphasis
Women’s Studies

Emphases /Programs
Child/Youth Care
Ethnic & Racial Studies
General Honors
Gerontology
Military Science
Public History

The College of Liberal Studies includes departments and programs in the humanities, social sciences and interdisciplinary studies, as well as the School of Arts and Communication. It is dedicated to continuing the established liberal studies tradition of providing many curricula leading to the bachelor of arts or the bachelor of science degree.

The College of Liberal Studies is dedicated to providing quality instruction and learning experiences which prepare students for future education or careers and meaningful, responsible lives by fostering a climate of intellectual curiosity and creativity.

Graduates of the College will have developed the ability to communicate effectively, to think critically, to conduct sound research, to understand global issues, to use knowledge in all aspects of life, to participate meaningfully as citizens, and to discover and apply worthwhile values.

The College is committed to maintaining academic integrity and high ethical standards. The College, through its faculty, students, and curricula, is also dedicated to advancing cultural diversity. Furthermore, by developing partnerships and encouraging professional connections, the College establishes its membership in the broader community.

The academic community within the College of Liberal Studies supports a strong General Education program, nurtures exceptional disciplinary programs, and creates innovative interdisciplinary and international programs which, together, promote lifelong personal and professional learning.

At the heart of the College of Liberal Studies are the departments which teach the humanities and social sciences. These departments have traditionally represented the cornerstone disciplines of a university. They offer essential experiences that prepare students for lifelong learning. Courses in the humanities and social sciences introduce students to cultural, ethnic and racial diversity; international dimensions of politics, economics, language and culture; social institutions and social interactions; theories and applications of human behavior; and the great writing that develops and explores these realms of knowledge.

All students at UW-L take courses in the humanities and social sciences even though they may not major in one of these programs. Many of the skills courses and liberal studies courses of the General Education program at UW-L are offered by departments in the humanities and social sciences. The skills that are built are those that enable students to proceed with effective and efficient learning.

Courses in the humanities and social sciences provide individuals with solid reading and writing practices, an understanding of cultural diversity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, the ability to integrate and synthesize ideas, and a sense of personal responsibility. Courses in these disciplines help individuals learn from the past, explore the present and adapt to the future. The liberal studies program is designed to be an enriching experience which produces a well-rounded individual.

The humanities at UW-L are taught in the departments of English, foreign languages, history, and philosophy. The social sciences are taught in the departments of political science/public administration, psychology, and sociology/ archaeology. The College of Liberal Studies also offers interdisciplinary opportunities in the departments of military science (ROTC) and women’s studies, as well as in environmental studies, honors, international studies, and ethnic and racial studies. The College of Liberal Studies participates in the child/ youth care and gerontology emphases. These programs supplement and complement many others found throughout the university.

Director - Vacant
Assistants to Dean - Donna Alecksen, Chris Bakkum
227 Graff Main Hall;(608)785-8113
www.uwlax.edu/LS/LS_Home.html

Departments
Art
Communication Studies
Music
Theatre Arts

Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science

MAJORS AND MINORS
Arts and Communication Majors:
*Art — BA/BS
*Music — BA/BS

Communication Studies — BA/BS

Photography (minor only)
*Theatre Arts — BA/BS

The School of Arts and Communication is dedicated to supporting and enhancing liberal studies while providing a complete pre-professional curriculum. School of Arts and Communication programs strive to develop the knowledge, freedom and spontaneity which underlie creative expression in its highest forms. Classes focus on establishing the foundations for creative work through the study of technical, historical, and artistic dimensions in the arts. The primary activity involves hands-on experience, so students spend much of their time in laboratories, studios, and rehearsals developing the skills, processes, and attitudes necessary for success. Students in these programs specialize in a particular art or communication discipline as they acquire general knowledge through the liberal studies core. Upon completion of their program, they have a wide range of occupational and educational choices. Some graduates begin careers in the fine or performing arts or the mass media. Others enter graduate schools, specializing in some aspect of their previous study or in some related field. Still others choose from a wide range of occupations where their creative and communicative skills serve them well. Many will become effective teachers. Whatever the career and whatever the future, graduates of the School of Arts and Communication are flexible, adaptable, and disciplined communicators who understand process, problem solving, and commitment.

COLLEGE OF LIBERAL STUDIES DEGREE OPTIONS

A student in the College of Liberal Studies or School of Arts and Communication may earn either the Bachelor of Arts (BA) or the Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. The type of degree earned by a student (BA or BS) may be determined by the major programs elected by the student. All general university degree requirements must be met (as listed on p. 53) a minimum of 120 credits (40 of which must be 300/400 numbered courses), General Education program requirements, (as listed on pp. 49-52) college core requirements, and major program requirements.

ADVISING

All students in the College of Liberal Studies are assigned to faculty advisers. They provide guidance and assistance to those students who are undecided on major fields of study and assist those with clearly defined goals to develop plans for post-college experience. Students and their advisers are provided with computerized degree audits (SNAP reports) that assist them in monitoring progress in meeting degree requirements. Degrees are verified in the Office of the Dean. Students are encouraged to come to the office to review progress toward the degree during their junior year.

COLLEGE CORE REQUIREMENTS

The core requirements of the College of Liberal Studies enhance the students’ experience of the liberal arts tradition in higher education. Building on the General Education Program, the CLS Core Curriculum emphasizes critical inquiry marked by rigor, balanced breadth, and intellectual integrity. The CLS Core Curriculum contains I.) a common core of requirements for students majoring in CLS programs and II.) requirements for the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees.

I. Common Core Curriculum
In addition to the minimum requirements in each category of the university’s General Education Program, all students in the College of Liberal Studies (CLS) must complete the following common core curriculum:

A. History
Complete HST 152, Roots of the Modern World or any HST course at the 200 or 300 level.

B. Global and Multicultural Studies/Minority Cultures or Multiracial Women’s Studies (One course required)
Complete a second General Education course from Minority Cultures or Multiracial Women’s Studies selected from: ENG/ERS 207, 210, 215; EFN 205; GHR 220; HST 299; ERS 100; SOC 225; ECO 336; POL 205; PSY 318; W-S 100, 210, 230:
OR
Complete a General Education Global and Multicultural Studies course selected from ANT, ECO, GEO, POL, or SOC 202 or HST 203; ECO 120; ENG 208; GEO 110, 200; MUS 204; PHL 230; POL 234; PSY 280.

C. Self and Society (One course required)
Complete a second General Education course from Self and Society (from a different discipline than the student’s first
General Education course in this category). Select from: ECO 110; HST 206; POL 101 or 102; PSY 100; SOC 110 or 120 or ARC 100 or ANT 101; GHR 206.

D. Humanistic Studies (one course required)
Complete a second General Education Course from Humanistic Studies (from a different discipline than the student’s first General Education course in this category). Select from: FLG 299 or GHR 205 (if not selected from General Education list 1); HST 205 or PHL 100 or POL 251 or GHR 100 (if GHR 205 is not taken under list l above).

E. Second Major, Minor or Program
Option Requirement
Complete a minor (or second major) outside of the student’s major program, consisting of at least 18 credits. An emphasis, program or concentration may be used to fulfill this requirement provided it is outside the major program and consists of 18 credits not used in the General Education, CLS common core, or major;
OR
Complete 18 credits in two or more departments or programs earned at the 300 or 400 level. These courses must be outside the major department and can be from any college. These cannot be General Education or CLS common core courses.

II. Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science Core Requirements
Students majoring in English or in a Foreign Language must earn a Bachelor of Arts degree. Students majoring in other CLS programs may choose either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree. In addition to the common core requirements listed in I. above, the following courses are required for the degree the student is seeking:

A. For the Bachelor of Arts Degree
Complete FRE 202 or GER 202 or SPA 202 or FLG 202 or ESL proficiency score of 80 or above on the La Crosse Battery of exams for non-native speakers of English. (Contact the English as a Second Language Institute for eligibility and regulations.)

B. For the Bachelor of Science Degree (two courses required)
1. Complete a second General Education Science course (from a different discipline than the student’s first General Education course in this category) selected from BIO 101; BIO 102; MIC 100; CHM 100 or CHM 103; ESC 101; GHR 290; GHR 295; PHY 103 or PHY 203; AST/PHY 155;
OR
Complete a second science course from a list of courses dealing with issues relating to science (approved by CLS Core Committee).
2. Complete a research emphasis course or sequence of courses in the major program from the following list of applicable courses.


Research Methods Courses — Bachelor of Science Requirement

THE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND ALLIED HEALTH (SAH)

Dean - Michael Nelson
Associate Deans - Ronald Rada, Martin Venneman
Assistant to Dean - Carla Burkhardt
105 Graff Main Hall; (608)785-8218
www.uwlax.edu/sah/sah_home.html

Departments/Units
Biology
Chemistry
Clinical Sciences
Medical Lab Science
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Occupational Therapy
Physician Assistant Studies
Radiation Therapy
Computer Science
Geography/Earth Science
Mathematics
Microbiology
Physical Therapy
Physics

Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Master of Science
Master of Science Physical Therapy

MAJORS AND MINORS
*Biology — BA/BS

*Chemistry — BA/BS ACS Certification

*Computer Science— BS
*Geography — BA/BS

*Mathematics — BA/BS

Medical Laboratory Science— BS
Microbiology — BA/BS

Physician Assistant Studies— BS
*Physics — BA/BS
*Astronomy Emphasis

Physics/Engineering: Dual Degree Program
Radiation Science-Nuclear Medicine Technology—BS
Radiation Science-Radiation Therapy—BS

The following minors and emphases are also offered within the college:
— Computational Science Minor
— Earth Science Minor
— Geoarchaeology Minor

The College of Science and Allied Health houses high quality major and minor programs in the natural and physical sciences, mathematics and computer science, and in selected allied health professions. The college’s combination of programs provides both applications for the sciences and a strong science base for the allied health offerings. These programs also collectively provide many scientific literacy offerings within the university’s General Education program.

All major programs offer undergraduate research experiences and/or professional internship experiences through collaborative agreements with external

agencies.

Sequences and requirements are listed in the Undergraduate Course and Program Description section of the catalog.
In addition to the major and General Education requirements, all students in the College of Science and Allied Health must complete a core curriculum which emphasizes diverse in-depth study outside of the major.

1. For the Bachelor of Science degree, students must complete

1. a major from the college plus a minor (or a second major) from any college

1. For the Bachelor of Arts degree,students must complete a major from the college plus proficiency in a foreign language at the 202 level or an ESL proficiency score of 80 or above on the La Crosse Battery of exams for non-native speakers of English. (Contact the English as a Second Language Institute for eligibility and regulations.)

AND
A. a minor in the College of Liberal Studies
OR
B. 15 credits at the 300 level or above in the College of Liberal Studies.

2. Students who receive a degree in Chemistry with a Business Concentration, Medical Laboratory Science, Occupational Therapy, Radiation Science-Nuclear Medicine Technology, or Radiation Science-Radiation Therapy may satisfy the college core requirements for the bachelor of science degree by completing the special core requirements approved for the major.

CLINICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

The Clinical Science Department offers five degree programs: Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Radiation Science-Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT), Occupational Therapy (OT), Physician Assistant Studies (PA), and Radiation Science-Radiation Therapy (RT). These disciplines, sometimes referred to as Allied Health Programs, each have entrance requirements and selective admissions processes. Therefore, UW-L students interested in one of these fields will declare it as a "pre-major", choosing another field as their first major. Students interested in transferring to UW-L to enroll in a Clinical Science program should consult that program for advice regarding transfer. Upon acceptance into the professional program, the student is then declared a major in that professional program. Prerequisite courses and other pre-professional experiences (such as clinical observation, volunteer or other healthcare experiences) required for admission vary by program. Students accepted into the professional programs complete additional classroom and laboratory experiences along with internships and/or practica in the clinical setting to fulfill requirements for the major. Detailed descriptions of these programs follow.

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY)

The clinical laboratory scientist (medical technologist) is a vital member of the health care team. The medical laboratory is the largest single provider of health status information. Over 60% of the data required to make a diagnosis, monitor therapy, or assess wellness comes from laboratory test results. The education and experience necessary to interpret laboratory results as well as the ability to make independent decisions concerning the quality of laboratory results are required of the clinical laboratory scientist.

The clinical laboratory scientist performs laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, and tissues. He/she must be able to work accurately and quickly to determine the presence or absence of a disease as well as the cause of the disease. Through various laboratory procedures, the immune system is studied; organisms that have caused infections are identified and appropriate antibiotic therapy is determined; blood and body fluids are analyzed for the level of chemical constituents; the hematological system is evaluated; and the red blood cell and white blood cell antigens are identified in order to select appropriate blood products for transfusion or compatibility for organ transplantation. The clinical laboratory scientist manages the quality of laboratory testing.

In addition to analytical testing, other responsibilities include education of peers, students and less educated and trained laboratory personnel; research and development of new techniques and procedures; instrument evaluation; and supervision and management of the laboratory as well as management of multidisciplinary areas of the hospital.

The major in medical laboratory science provides students with an educational foundation in the sciences and experiences in the clinical laboratory. Graduates will possess the entry level competencies required to work in this highly skilled allied health profession. The curriculum requires a minimum of seven semesters on campus in pre-requisite and professional courses. Students spend six months in the clinical education rotations at one of the affiliated clinical laboratories. A bachelor of science degree is awarded at the satisfactory completion of all required course work.

Admission to the medical laboratory science major is on a competitive basis. Students apply for admission to the MLS major early in the spring semester of the academic year just prior to the beginning of their professional studies. Formal acceptance into the major, effective at the beginning of the junior year, is made following completion of the selection process which includes the submission of a formal application for admission to the major, personal recommendations, review of academic performance, and interview with the Program Admission Committee. Grade point averages of at least 2.75 overall as well as in science and mathematics courses are recommended. Students formally admitted to the major are assured of professional clinical study (clinical practicum) provided they demonstrate continued high level academic performance and complete all requirements. If a student elects to apply to one of the hospital-sponsored programs, which is a nine-month clinical education program, he/she will enroll in the same clinical practica and receive the same course credit. The hospital-sponsored programs are accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science. The medical laboratory science program at UW-L has made initial application for accreditation with the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and has received approval to proceed with the program.

Senior students in the clinical education component of the program will enroll at UW-L for 19 credits in clinical courses, 2 credits for the capstone course required of the major, and pay full tuition. The clinical education will routinely begin late August with anticipated graduation the following spring.

Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for certification examinations offered by accredited national certification agencies.

Clinical Practicum Affiliate (6 month rotation, part of UW-L sponsored program)
— Mayo Clinic Laboratories Rochester, MN

Other Hospital Affiliates (9 month rotation, must apply for admission if elect to attend one of the following hospital-sponsored programs)
— Hennepin County Medical Center Minneapolis, MN
— Saint Joseph’s Hospital/Marshfield Laboratories Marshfield, Wisconsin
— Sacred Heart Hospital Eau Claire, Wisconsin
— Wausau Hospital, Wausau, Wisconsin
— St. Elizabeth Hospital Appleton, Wisconsin
— St. Vincent Hospital Green Bay, Wisconsin

Medical Laboratory Science Curriculum
Special Core Requirements:

*BIO 101 Introduction to Biological Sciences 4
MIC 230 Microbiology 4
BIO 306 Genetics OR MIC 416 3
BIO 312-313 Human Anatomy Physiology I and II 8
MIC 361 Immunology 4
MIC 371 Pathogenic Bacteriology 4
*CHM 103 General Chemistry I 4
CHM 104 General Chemistry II 4
CHM 300 Survey of Organic Chemistry 5
OR
CHM 303- Organic Chemistry Theory
CHM 304-305 I and II 6
Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2
CHM 325 Survey of Biochemistry 4
OR
CHM 417 Biochemistry I 3
AND
CHM 418 Biochemistry II 3
*MTH 150 College Algebra 4
OR higher

Electives Recommended
*C-S 101 Introduction to Computing
*MTH 205 Elementary Statistics

Professional Courses (on campus) Requirements
MLS 380 Professional Issues in Med Lab Science 2
MLS 390 Quality Systems in the Clinical Lab 2
MLS 395 Body Fluids 2
MLS 400 Clinical Immunology 2
MLS 405 Clinical Chemistry 4
MLS 410 Clinical Hematology 4
MLS 415 Diagnostic Medical Microbiology 5
MLS 420 Immunohematology 3
MLS 425 Molecular Pathology 3
MLS 430 Med Lab Management & Education 2
MLS 435 Research Design & Methods 1

Clinical Practicum Courses (off campus) Requirements
MLS 450 Clin Chemistry Practicum 4
MLS 455 Clin Hematology & Hemostasis Practicum 4
MLS 460 Clin Immunohematology Practicum 3
MLS 465 Clin Immunology Practicum 2
MLS 470 Diagnostic Microbiology Practicum 5
MLS 475 Advanced Applications Practicum 1
MLS 499 Advanced Clin Studies (capstone rotation/research) 2

Electives
MLS 495 Independent Study in Med Lab Sci 1-3
MLS 496 Special Topics in Med Lab Sci 1-3

Special core requirement courses and all professional courses must be completed with a grade of "C"or above. Students must meet all university graduation requirements including those for General Education, grade point, university residency and total credits.


RADIATION SCIENCE - NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY

Nuclear medicine technology is an allied health specialty employing the use of radio-active materials for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Students majoring in this program are provided a substantial educational foundation in the sciences and clinical applications in a hospital internship so that graduates may function as technologists. The pre-professional and professional programs collectively require six semesters on campus to earn a minimum of 96 credits including certain prescribed courses followed by a 12-month internship at an affiliated hospital’s school of nuclear medicine technology.

The university sponsors up to 30 clinical internships each year. The size of the Nuclear Medicine Technology program is limited by these internships. Students must make formal application to the program during the spring semester of either their sophomore or junior year (see adviser). Refer to the sample schedules on the next two pages. A Nuclear Medicine Technology Professional Program Selection Committee composed of representatives from the university and the program’s clinical affiliates evaluates each application on the basis of the applicant’s past academic performance (a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 is required for admission into the professional program), their references, their past work experience, and the results of a formal interview. Based on these factors, the applicants are ranked and sponsored for entry into the professional program. Those students admitted to the professional curriculum will be eligible for an internship site upon successful completion of the on-campus course requirements and selection by a clinical affiliate. During the senior year, clinical internship students enroll at UW-L for a minimum of 34 semester credits in clinical courses and pay full tuition and fees. Upon successful completion of the internship and all other university requirements, students are awarded a bachelor of science degree with a major in radiation science-nuclear medicine technology.

Hospital educational programs of nuclear medicine technology are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRC-NMT). Graduates are eligible to take the examination for certification as a certified nuclear medicine technologist offered by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or as a nuclear medicine technologist offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Nuclear Medicine Technology — Affiliated Schools
— Mayo School of Health-Related Sciences Mayo Foundation Rochester, Minnesota
— Froedtert Hospital Milwaukee, Wisconsin
— St. Joseph’s Hospital Marshfield, Wisconsin
— St. Luke’s Hospital Milwaukee, Wisconsin
— Veterans Administration Edward Hines, Jr. Hospital Hines, Illinois
— Gundersen/Lutheran Medical Center La Crosse, Wisconsin

Nuclear Medicine Technology Curriculum
Special Core Requirements
*C-S 101 Introduction to Computing 4
OR
*C-S 120 Introduction to Software Design I 3
*PSY 100 General Psychology 3
*SOC 110 The Social World
OR
*SOC 120 Social Problems 3
SOC 420 Health Care and Illness
OR
SOC 422 Death, Grief and Bereavement 3
*PHY 103 Fundamental Physics I 4
OR
PHY 125 Physics for Life Sciences 4
PHY 376 Nuclear Radiation Instruments and Measurement 3
*BIO 101 Introduction to Biological Sciences 4
BIO 312-313 Human Anatomy–Physiology I & II 8
BIO 433 Radiation Biology 3
*CHM 103 General Chemistry I 4
CHM 104 General Chemistry II 4
CHM 301 Analytical Chemistry 5
CHM 300 Survey of Organic Chemistry 5
OR
CHM 303-304 Organic Chemistry Theory I & II 6
AND
CHM 305 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2
CHM 461 Nuclear Chemistry 4
*MTH 150 College Algebra 4
(or a higher numbered mathematics course)
*MTH 205 Elementary Statistics 4
NMT 201 Introduction to Nuclear Medical Technology 1
NMT 395 Immunology for Nuclear Medicine Technologist 2

Recommended Electives
CHM 325 — Biochemistry,
and HED 360— Medical Terminology

It is recommended that students have at least 10 hours of observation in a nuclear medicine department before they apply to the professional program. Students must have completed all their General Education and pre-professional program requirements prior to their clinical internship experience. Special core requirement courses and NMT internship courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or above. A cumulative grade point average of 2.50 on a 4.00 scale is required for both acceptance into the professional program and for graduation with a degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Nuclear Medicine Technology Internship Courses
A minimum of 34 credits must be earned from NMT 400 level courses. Specific courses depend on the internship site. See
p. 114 for a complete list of course titles, credits, and descriptions.

Nuclear Medicine Technology Sample Schedule

First Year Pre-professional
— Semester I. (16 total credits)
CHM 103 General Chemistry I 4
MTH 150 College Algebra 4
HST 151 World History to 1500 3
ENG 110 College Writing I 3
Appreciation course 2

— Semester II. (17 total credits)
CHM 104 General Chemistry II 4
BIO 101 Introduction to Biological Sciences 4
SOC 110 The Social World
OR
SOC 120 Social Problems 3
CST 110 Essentials of Speech Communication 3
HPR 105 Creating a Healthy Active Lifestyle 3

Second Year Pre-professional
— Semester I. (18 total credits)
CHM 300 Foundations of Organic Chemistry 5
BIO 312 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4
C-S 101 Introduction to Computing 4
PHY 103 Fundamental Physics I 4
OR
PHY 125 Physics the Life Sciences 4
NMT 201 Introduction to Nuclear Medicine Technology 1

— Semester II. (18 total credits)
CHM 301 Quantitative Analysis 5
BIO 313 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4
PSY 100 General Psychology 3
MTH 205 Elementary Statistics 4
Appreciation Course 2

Third Year Professional
— Semester I. (18 total credits)
CHM 461 Nuclear Chemistry 4
CHM 325 Biochemistry (elective) 4
MIC 230 Microbiology 4
SOC 420 Health Care and Illness 3
Minority Cultures or Multiracial Women’s Studies course requirement 3

— Semester II. (17 total credits)
BIO 433 Radiation Biology 3
PHY 376 Nuclear Radiation Instruments and Measurements 3
NMT 395 Immunology for Nuclear MedicineTechnologists 2
Global Studies 3
Literature 3
Elective 3

Fourth Year Professional
— Internship: NMT 400 level courses


OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Occupational therapists are health professionals who work with individuals to prevent disability and maximize function when the individual is impaired by physical, developmental, or emotional injury. Occupational therapists are part of a healthcare team that may also include physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, speech pathologists, and recreational therapists. "Occupation" refers to activities used to evaluate and assist the return of any individual--from newborn to elderly--to normal or near-normal living following illness, disease, surgery, or disability. The goal of occupational therapy is to help each patient reach his or her full potential. Treatment programs are adapted to each person's needs and may include activities related to education, recreation, vocation, or self-care.

The occupational therapy program is designed to offer a high quality curriculum which includes a substantial science core; offer internships which specialize in physical disabilities, psychological disorders and pediatrics; and prepare graduates to accept positions in rural or under-served urban regions particularly.

The Occupational Therapy Program has applied for accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).Once accreditation of the program has been obtained, students from the program will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of the exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). Most states require licensure in order to practice; however state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

The curriculum of the program is comprised of pre-professional, professional, and fieldwork components. The pre-professional component includes core courses in anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, and psychology plus additional General Education requirements. All fieldwork must be completed within 24 months following completion of academic course work.

Occupational Therapy Pre-Professional Curriculum Special Core Requirements:
*BIO 101 Introduction to Biological Sciences 4
BIO 312-313 Human Anatomy/Physiology I and II 8
*MTH 205 Elementary Statistics 4
*MTH 151 Pre-Calculus 4
*CHM 103 General Chemistry I 4
*PSY 100 General Psychology 3
PSY 212 Life-span Development 3
PSY 304 Abnormal Psychology 3
*SOC 110 The Social World
OR
*PHL 100 Intro. to Philosophy 3
PHY 103, 104 Fundamental Physics I and II 8

Electives Recommended:
CSC 106 Introduction to Allied Health Careers 2
HED 360 Medical Terminology 1
PHL 339 Medical Ethics 3
CST 230 Introduction to Interpersonal Comm.
OR
CST 354 Health Communication 3
*C-S 101 Intro. to Computing 4

Prior to applying for admittance to the professional program, students must complete the above Core courses and all General Education requirements except for the writing emphasis courses with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75. In addition, students must complete health-related experiences prior to applying for admittance to the professional program. Admission and course requirements may change without notice. Application to the professional program occurs at the end of the second year of study, or when all pre-requisite requirements of the pre-professional program have been completed (or a demonstrated plan for completion is outlined). Specific deadlines and application materials are available in Room 116 Cowley Hall.

Professional Curriculum
CSC 421 Human Gross Anatomy 5
O-T 401 Intro. to Occupational Therapy 1
O-T 422 Physiology 3
O-T 402 Sensorimotor Develop. 2
O-T 404 Therapeutic Techniques I 3
O-T 405 Occupations Theory 4
O-T 406 OT Practice I 1
O-T 425 Neuroanatomy 3
O-T 441 Applied Comm./Allied Health Prof. 1
O-T 446 Professional Ethics 1
O-T 410 Research Designs in OT 3
O-T 411 Biomech. Applications 3
O-T 412 Pediatric Rehabilitation 3
O-T 413 Occupations & Pediatrics 4
O-T 414 Therapeutic Techniques II 2
O-T 426 Pathophysiology 2
O-T 443 Healthcare Systems 2
O-T 461 Occ. & Psychosocial Dysfunction 4
O-T 462 Adult Rehabilitation 3
O-T 4